Guyana

— First Lady urges collective action to end violence, break toxic cycles   FIRST Lady Arya Ali has reaffirmed Guyana’s commitment to advancing the rights and protection of women and girls, calling for sustained collective action to dismantle patriarchal structures and end violence against women. She was at the time delivering the feature address […]

GUYANA and the Dominican Republic have advanced bilaterial talks to strengthen cooperation on the sidelines of the Shield of the Americas Summit being held in Florida in the United States of America. President Dr. Irfaan Ali and President Luis Abinader of the Dominican Republic held a productive meeting to discuss enhancing bilateral relations. In a

–U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright says ‘well-governed’ nation is key to boosting production across the Western Hemisphere THE United States (U.S.) is looking to deepen its energy partnership with Guyana, as U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright identified the rapidly growing oil producer as a critical partner in the broader strategy for energy […]

-scores of women entrepreneurs benefit from starter kits, other empowering initiatives   THE Ministry of Human Services and Social Security’s flagship ‘We Lift’ event for 2026 officially ended on Sunday night with a series of presentations, and announcements that will directly benefit several of the women-owned businesses that participated in the […]

-Minister Teixeira says, reflects on nation’s progress MINISTER of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance, Gail Teixeira, has said that Guyana is now experiencing what she has described as its “golden era,” while urging younger generations to understand the difficult struggles that shaped the country’s political and social journey. Speaking during […]

–retracts previously published letter IN an official statement on Sunday, Stabroek News issued a public retraction and an apology to Chief Justice Mr Justice Navindra Singh for inaccuracies published in its December 31, 2025, and January 1, 2026, editions. The statement followed the publication of a letter by Mr K Juman-Yassin S.C. and an article

THE Her Venture Summit and Expo2, held on Sunday at the National Cultural Centre, celebrated innovation, resilience, leadership, and the extraordinary power of women entrepreneurs. The Summit was inspired by the remarkable success of the Heritage Venture mobile learning app, which continues to transform how women access entrepreneurial training, mentorship, […]

CHAIRMAN of the Tuschen Community Development Council (CDC), Arvindo Krishnalall has been doing a lot behind the scenes to improve the lives of residents in the community over time. He told the Guyana Chronicle that every four months they would host a hamper distribution exercise for elders, shut-ins, single parents and differently abled persons living

WITHOUT hesitation or thinking about himself, Chris Elliman, 37, a native of Paruima Village in Region Seven, has decided to dedicate his life to full-time volunteer initiatives. Elliman, a gifted individual who possesses communications, videography and photography talents, has in the past been exposed to training to enhance his skills which he is now using

–Minister Anthony says community partnerships key to expanding voucher programme FAITH-BASED organisations and major employers are being enlisted to help expand Guyana’s national health voucher programme, as the Ministry of Health moves to bring screening services directly into communities and workplaces. This was according to Health Minister Dr. Frank […]

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) on Thursday advised members of the public, particularly the business community, to remain cautious following reports of an emerging online extortion scheme targeting individuals and companies. According to the Police, several persons have reported receiving emails from individuals or entities claiming to be conducting […]

Police in Regional Division 10 and Regional Division 4 A have made separate firearm discoveries in Linden, Region 10 (Upper Demerara-Berbice), and East Bank Demerara, Region Four (Demerara-Mahaica), over the past two days. In Linden, ranks conducting an operation at a social event in Amelia’s Ward on Wednesday, at around 12:10h, noticed a male acting The […]

Regional Divisional Police Two carried out a tint sensitisation exercise on Thursday, targeting vehicle owners across the division to ensure compliance with upcoming tint regulations. Between 15:00h and 17:00h, Inspector V Mahadeo and ranks conducted checks using window and windscreen tint meters to measure the percentage of Visible Light Transmission (VLT) […]

…Maxi Williams cops Designer of the Year title Through judging points along Vlissengen Road and the Soca Ground, Carlvin Burnett’s hit track “Lunatic” dominated the Mashramani 2026 celebrations, earning him the coveted Road March title as large masquerade bands paraded through the streets of Georgetown. Meanwhile, the costume and float parade saw […]

Three floats used during the Mashramani celebrations in New Amsterdam on Sunday have been left abandoned along public roadways in the town. The floats, which were part of bands brought to the town for the Mashramani activities, were seen dumped along Main Street and Strand on Wednesday. One of the structures was left along Main The post Mashramani floats […]