Guyana

The Guyana Fire Service (GFS) is urging citizens across the country’s 10 administrative regions to exercise extreme caution as dry and intense weather conditions associated with the El Niño period increase the risk of grass and structural fires. In a statement issued from the Office of the Chief Fire Officer, the GFS warned that soaring

PRESIDENT Dr Irfaan Ali, on Tuesday, charged six newly appointed puisne judges to uphold the highest standards of independence, integrity and urgency in the delivery of justice. Dr Ali, during his remarks, warned that public confidence in the judiciary is strained by delays and the perception that justice is available only to those who can

PRESIDENT Dr Irfaan Ali has made it clear that Guyana will only pursue the Corentyne River bridge as a joint project with Suriname, stating that there is “no other official position” before his government. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of an event on Wednesday, Dr Ali said he has received no official communication other

– pioneering passport-free CARICOM movement GUYANA and Barbados on Wednesday made Caribbean history by becoming the first two CARICOM nations to implement passport-free travel using electronic identification (e-ID) cards, marking a major milestone in regional integration and digital transformation. The groundbreaking initiative, officially launched at the […]

– PM Phillips receives DSM Action Plan PRIME MINISTER, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips and the Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation Deodat Indar, on Wednesday, officially received Guyana’s Demand Side Management (DSM) Action Plan, a landmark framework aimed at improving energy efficiency and supporting the country’s transition to a more […]

CONSTRUCTION of a new $400 million-plus annex at St. Joseph High School officially commenced on Wednesday, with government officials and representatives of the World Bank hailing the project as a major investment in quality, inclusive and accessible education. The sod-turning ceremony, hosted by the Ministry of Education in collaboration with the Office of […]

A YOUNG couple from the Corentyne Coast is once again looking toward the sea after receiving a new 15-horsepower boat engine to help restore their livelihood. Mr. Denesh Khan and his common-law wife, Ms. Saraswati Datt, received the engine this morning after raising their concerns with Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, during the recent public

THE bellicose statements on Guyana by former president of Venezuela, Maduro revealed some nasty minds this country has. The Kaieteur News and the Alliance For Change wrote some vicious things that equated Guyana with the ruling party while commenting on the Venezuelan threat. These people were psychologically incapable of seeing that the issue of a

THE annual Origins Fashion Festival is being positioned as far more than a showcase of style and creativity, with the Government of Guyana viewing the event as a strategic investment in building a sustainable and structured fashion industry as part of the country’s broader creative economy agenda. The second edition of Origins Fashion Festival is

PREPARATIONS remain on schedule for the departure of a relief vessel carrying humanitarian supplies to earthquake-hit Venezuela, which killed at least 2,295 people and left more than 11,000 persons injured. The vessel, capable of transporting 8,000 tonnes, will take pharmaceutical support, medical supplies, food for children and families, sanitation items, […]

In response to critically needed aid for Venezuela following last week’s powerful earthquakes, Guyana has managed to mobilise almost 100 containers of relief supplies that are being prepared for shipment this weekend. “The efforts continue. We’re hoping to have that ship loaded by this weekend. I know it’s almost over 100 containers,” President Dr […]

Taste Guyana on Wednesday announced the official launch of its expanded digital platform, positioning itself as Guyana’s premier destination for everything food, drink, and culinary culture. Originally established in 2017 as a digital food magazine, Taste Guyana has evolved into a comprehensive culinary media ecosystem dedicated to celebrating the people, […]

A teenager and a 25-year-old man were arrested in connection with an armed robbery committed against a 20-year-old auto body technician in Covent Garden New Scheme, East Bank Demerara (EBD), on Monday. Based on reports received, the victim was walking in the Covent Garden New Scheme with his cellular phone in his hand when two The post Teen among 2 in […]

The Matthews Ridge Airstrip upgrade project in Region One (Barima-Waini) is now 70 per cent complete and remains on schedule for completion in August 2026, President Dr Irfaan Ali announced on Wednesday. Phase One of the project delivered a 2200-foot reinforced concrete runway along with taxiways, an aircraft parking apron, runway lighting, and markings. […]

Agriculture specialist Achim Fock was recently appointed as Division Director for the Caribbean, the World Bank announced on Wednesday. According to a missive, Fock’s new role is to lead the bank’s strategic engagement and the operational portfolio across Caribbean countries, overseeing lending, analytical and advisory work, and trust funds aimed at […]