| Area Total | 214,969 sq km |
| Climate | tropical; hot, humid, moderated by northeast trade winds; two rainy seasons (May to August, November to January) |
| Natural Resources | bauxite, gold, diamonds, hardwood timber, shrimp, fish |
| Imports | $1.626 billion (2017 est.) partners: Trinidad and Tobago 27.5%, US 26.5%, China 8.9%, Suriname 6.1% (2017) |
| Exports | $1.439 billion (2017 est.) partners: Canada 24.9%, US 16.5%, Panama 9.6%, UK 7.7%, Jamaica 5.1%, Trinidad and Tobago 5% (2017) |
| Government | parliamentary republic |
| Capital | Georgetown |
| Population | 740,700 (July 2018 est.) |
| Ethnicity | East Indian 39.8%, black (African) 29.3%, mixed 19.9%, Amerindian 10.5%, other 0.5% (2012 est.) |
| Language | English (official), Guyanese Creole, Amerindian languages, Indian languages, Chinese (2014 est.) |
News about Guyana
- Amerindian communities post solid gains as gov’t investments in energy transport expandby Staff Reporter on July 18, 2026
THE People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) government’s investment in Guyana’s Amerindian communities is producing measurable results across energy, agriculture, education and infrastructure, with more than 37,000 households now connected to solar power and billions of dollars channelled into village-led economic projects over the past year, […]
- All 33 children safely evacuated after fire at Hope Children’s Homeby Staff Reporter on July 18, 2026
ALL 33 children residing at the privately owned Hope Children’s Home at Enmore, East Coast Demerara, were safely evacuated following a fire at the facility on Friday, with Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips, who is performing the duties of President, visiting the scene and giving the assurance that the safety and well-being of the
- Mortgage reforms save families $43.8Bby Staff Reporter on July 18, 2026
–President Ali says; points to nearly $240B investment in housing sector since 2020 THE Government of Guyana has invested nearly $240 billion in the housing sector since returning to office in 2020, according to President Dr Irfaan Ali. He said a series of mortgage reforms, tax concessions and housing incentives have also returned $43.8 billion
- ‘Most glorious master’ of cricket Sir Garfield Sobers passesby Staff Reporter on July 18, 2026
–President Ali pays homage to legendary cricketer PRESIDENT, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has joined the Caribbean and the international cricketing community in mourning the passing of West Indies cricket legend Sir Garfield St. Aubyn Sobers, describing him as “the game’s most glorious master” whose legacy will endure for generations. In a heartfelt […]
- Guyana vows to protect Flag’s integrity amid fraudulent registry threatsby Staff Reporter on July 18, 2026
THE Government of Guyana remains committed to protecting the integrity of the Guyana flag and strengthening the country’s ship registry against fraudulent activity, Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation, Deodat Indar, declared while addressing the Second Annual Global Maritime Security and Sanctions Enforcement Symposium in St. John’s, Antigua and […]
- Gov’t invites Guyanese to help shape national Orange Economy Policyby Staff Reporter on July 18, 2026
THE Government of Guyana has called on creatives, entrepreneurs, stakeholders, and members of the public to lend their voices to the development of the country’s Orange Economy Policy Document, a framework aimed at strengthening and expanding Guyana’s cultural and creative industries. Public input is being sought across a wide range of creative sectors, […]
- Guyana reducing reliance on imported vegetables as local production expandsby Staff Reporter on July 18, 2026
–youth-led programme to supply hospitality sector with high-value crops MINISTER of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha has noted that Guyana is steadily reducing its dependence on imported high-value vegetables as local farmers, particularly young entrepreneurs, increase production through technology-driven agriculture. The minister made this known while […]
- MNR launches 2026 Youths in Natural Resources Apprenticeship Programmeby Staff Reporter on July 18, 2026
THE Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) has officially launched the 2026 edition of its Youths in Natural Resources (YNR) Apprenticeship Programme, continuing its annual commitment to exposing young Guyanese to the country’s fast-growing natural resources sector. The YNR Apprenticeship Programme is designed to give young adults hands-on learning […]
- J&W Training and Consultancy enhances operationsby Staff Reporter on July 18, 2026
–enhances quality with GNBS 901 Certification AS Guyana’s construction, mining, agriculture and other key sectors continue to expand, the demand for skilled, safety-conscious heavy equipment operators continues to grow. Meeting that demand is J&W Training and Consultancy, a Guyanese-owned company that provides heavy equipment training and […]
- Gov’t advises banks, employers on correct identification numbers for Digital ID cardsby Staff Reporter on July 18, 2026
THE Office of the Prime Minister’s Digital Identity Card Registry has issued guidance to authorities, financial institutions, employers, and other entities on the correct use of identification numbers found on Guyana’s Digital Identity Cards, following the full commencement of the Digital Identity Card Act 19 of 2023. The Act came into full force and […]
- Success goes beyond NGSA – Parliamentary Secretary to Parafait Harmony graduates by GTIMES on July 18, 2026
Parliamentary Secretary in the Public Utilities and Aviation Ministry, Thandi McAllister, has urged graduates of Parafait Harmony Primary School to remain committed to learning, reminding them that success extends beyond their National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA) results. According to a social media post by the Public Utilities and Aviation Ministry, […]
- 4 more Guyanese awarded fully funded China petroleum scholarshipsby GTIMES on July 18, 2026
Four Guyanese students have been awarded fully funded scholarships by CNOOC Petroleum Guyana Limited (CPGL) to pursue tertiary studies in China, bringing the total number of beneficiaries under the programme to 16 since its launch in 2023. The scholarships were presented during an awards ceremony hosted by CPGL on Friday in collaboration with the Natural […]
- GNBS engages local Chinese businesses on strengthening quality, standardisationby GTIMES on July 18, 2026
The Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS), in collaboration with the Chinese Association of Guyana, recently hosted an awareness session for members of the local Chinese business community to highlight the importance of standards and promote greater quality, safety, and standardisation in the local marketplace. The event highlighted how standards […]
- 6 drivers slapped with traffic offence chargesby GTIMES on July 18, 2026
…2 fined $200,000 each, 4 on $950,000 bail Six motorists have been charged in separate traffic-related matters on the Essequibo Coast, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam), with offences ranging from dangerous and careless driving to driving with a breath alcohol level above the prescribed legal limit. Among those charged is 35-year-old Nigel Browne, an […]
- Guyana, Suriname agree to online booking for ferry service by GTIMES on July 18, 2026
Guyana and Suriname have agreed to introduce an integrated online booking system for the Canawaima Ferry Service as part of efforts to improve efficiency and modernise operations along the maritime route linking the two countries. The decision was among the key outcomes of a joint bilateral meeting of the boards of the Canawaima Ferry Service The post […]







