Guyana

–says Guyana’s sovereignty ‘is not for sale and not for taking’ as he honours sacrifices of security forces during 60th Independence Anniversary salute COMMANDER-in-CHIEF of the Armed Forces, President, Dr Irfaan Ali, on Saturday delivered a strong message of gratitude, national unity and unwavering sovereignty as he saluted Guyana’s Joint […]

MINISTER of Education, Sonia Parag, has established a National Mathematics Taskforce to examine current performance trends across all school levels and craft a comprehensive, sustainable strategy to improve national performance in mathematics. According to a release from the ministry, the taskforce, which comprises specialists from every region, recently […]

—as Guyana observes World Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2026 PRIME MINISTER Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening Guyana’s telecommunications infrastructure, describing reliable digital connectivity as essential to national development, public safety and economic growth. In […]

—Minister Jacobs says citizens can expect cultural showcases, historical re-enactments, concerts and spectacular drone show AS Guyana prepares to celebrate its 60th Independence Anniversary on May 26, Minister within the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, Steven Jacobs, says citizens can expect a Diamond Jubilee celebration “unlike any before.” The […]

—Citizens urged not to make payments through unofficial channels THE Ministry of Housing’s Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA), is once again urging citizens to remain vigilant for scammers using social media platforms such as TikTok and Facebook Messenger to defraud unsuspecting persons seeking house lots and housing units. In a notice […]

–Festival highlights Guyana’s cultural identity as citizens reflect on 60 years of nationhood THE Guyana Festival is serving as more than just a cultural showcase, as organisers and patrons say the event is helping Guyanese reconnect with the country’s rich heritage, ethnic diversity and the journey that shaped the nation over the last six decades.

By Yang Yang, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to the Cooperative Republic of Guyana RECENTLY, one U.S. Congressman made irresponsible remarks about so-called “Chinese influence” attempting to undermine the China-Guyana relations and disrupting practical cooperation between our two countries. Such claims […]

SIXTY-SIX-YEAR-OLD Denecia Abrams of Fitzburg, Port Kaituma (Region One) is recovering well following a successful hernia surgery at the Port Kaituma District Hospital. Abrams, who suffered from the condition for 22 years, expressed immense relief at finally receiving the operation free of cost right within her community. The procedure was made possible by […]

THE Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has announced that the wearing of body cameras is now mandatory for customs officers operating in frontline areas, including international airports, wharves, transit sheds and during law- enforcement exercises. The measure took effect from May 15, 2026, and forms part of the agency’s wider customs-modernisation efforts […]

TWO men are in police custody after a firearm and ammunition were recovered during an intelligence-led operation at East La Penitence, Georgetown, on Friday afternoon. The police said the operation was conducted between 13:00hrs and 16:00hrs when one of the suspects allegedly opened fire on ranks after noticing their presence. According to investigators, […]

…killing intentional, unwarranted _ Judge A Corentyne man who fatally stabbed his friend during a confrontation at a shop and Superbet outlet in John’s Settlement, Port Mourant, Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne), was on Friday sentenced to 18 years imprisonment by the Berbice High Court. Andrew Seegobin, also called “Deportee”, received the […]

Before the country can move toward hemp production, a processing plant must first be established, and authorities are currently working with international partners to make this a reality, according to Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha. The National Assembly approved the Industrial Hemp Bill back in August 2022, paving the way for the legalisation of […]

Executives of the A Partnership of National Unity (APNU) continue to deflect and dismiss the continuous exodus of members as negligible and staunchly uphold that party Chair and Leader of the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR), Aubrey Norton, is not considering stepping aside notwithstanding the party’s persistent decline under his leadership. […]

The Public Works Ministry has issued a final and immediate removal notice to all persons currently vending or occupying Government reserves in the Better Hope area, East Coast Demerara (ECD). The Ministry stated that despite previous notices and engagements regarding the need to clear the area to facilitate ongoing infrastructural works, several structures […]

…bringing safe drinking water to 9000 students Following collaborative efforts by Recover Guyana, the Greater Guyana Initiative (GGI), the Education Ministry and ExxonMobil Guyana, Project FLOW has advanced with the commissioning of 15 school water systems in Region Three. The National Water Purification and Sustainability Initiative, implemented through […]