Guyana

– President Ali says ahead of independence anniversary, emphasises need for gratitude, reflection and unity PRESIDENT, Dr Irfaan Ali has called on Guyanese to embrace gratitude, spiritual maturity and national unity as the country marks its 60th anniversary of independence, declaring that “60 years is evidence of endurance” and that “a thankful […]

PRESIDENT Dr Irfaan Ali has signalled imminent management changes and a technical overhaul at underperforming Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuCo) estates.   Responding to a question on sugar during a recent press engagement, the President confirmed that concrete steps will be taken to address poor performance within the State-owned sugar corporation.   […]

– newly appointed Region Four REO says, outlines plan for inclusive governance, rapid response to complaints and faster execution of projects   NEWLY appointed Regional Executive Officer (REO) for Region Four, Juan Edghill Jr, has pledged to deliver inclusive, transparent, and efficient governance, while ensuring that residents across the region receive […]

By Bebi Shafeah Oosman   AGRICULTURE Minister Zulfikar Mustapha on Sunday declared that Guyana’s 60th independence anniversary is a celebration of the resilient, united and unbreakable Guyanese spirit.   Reflecting on the nation’s journey since independence at State House in New Amsterdam, Mustapha acknowledged that the road has not always been easy. […]

THE government’s Cut Rose Project, conceptualised by President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali, is continuing to create employment and income-generating opportunities for women and single parents across Guyana.   The initiative is being implemented through the National Agricultural Research and Extension Institute (NAREI) at Mon Repos, where roses are cultivated […]

-says expanded bench, additional courtrooms helping accelerate hearings and rulings   ATTORNEY-GENERAL and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, has said that the backlog of cases at the Court of Appeal is now being actively addressed through an expanded judiciary and increased court activities.   He made this known during an airing of his weekly

MINISTER within the Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development, Pauline Sukhai, has called on residents of Region Eight to expand the region’s economic activities beyond mining, with a greater focus on sustainable sectors such as agriculture and tourism.   Delivering feature remarks at the flag-raising ceremony at Mahdia to commemorate […]

PRIME Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips, has lauded the longstanding friendship between Guyana and the French Republic, noting that the relationship has continued to evolve into a stronger and more strategic partnership.   The Prime Minister delivered remarks at a reception hosted aboard the Patrol Vessel La Résolue by Ambassador of France to […]

IN a continued effort to strengthen bilateral relations and deliver medical care to underserved regions, the 21st China Medical Team to Guyana successfully conducted a comprehensive medical outreach in the community of Waiakabra, Soesdyke-Linden Highway, on Saturday, May 23, 2026.   The initiative, organised at the invitation of the Waiakabra community, […]

WHILE others would be unenthusiastic about the prospects of becoming an agro-processor/entrepreneur, Shanice Miller developed her own small business from her home, utilising in-bred culinary skills to learned.   She established Single Mama and Sons, which she started to provide for her children.   The 32-year-old Chief Executive Officer (CEO) told the […]

The World Trade Centre Georgetown (WTCG) is set to host a special Diamond Independence Jubilee Celebration on Friday, May 29, in the form of an engaging and entertaining cocktail mixer under the theme “The Story of Rum in Guyana”. The event will celebrate one of Guyana’s greatest success stories – the evolution of the local The post WTCG to host […]

The Guyana Prison Service (GPS) is now accredited by the Education Ministry’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Unit to undertake the necessary skills training programmes for prisoners. The registration, granted on Thursday, marks the first phase of implementation and will allow inmates to pursue Caribbean Vocational Qualifications […]

– says project a model for Guyana’s urban future The Monarch Bay housing development project at Ogle, East Coast Demerara (ECD), is not just a luxury living resort but a model community that will be a cornerstone of Guyana’s transformation. This aligns with President Dr Irfaan Ali’s and the Government of Guyana’s long-term urban planning The post […]

ExxonMobil Guyana recently hosted an in-person capacity-building session for the top 20 national finalists of SHOUT4Change. SHOUT, now in its fourth iteration, is Guyana’s national environmental speech competition and is implemented by Recover Guyana in partnership with the Education Ministry, with support from ExxonMobil Guyana. The immersive session […]

In light of reports that several communities in Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo) are underwater due to continuous downpours, a response team was activated, including the Civil Defence Commission (CDC), the Guyana Defence Force (GDF), and the Regional Democratic Council (RDC), among other agencies. As the agencies continue to monitor the situation, […]