Guyana

–President Ali calls for stronger Commonwealth partnerships to advance biodiversity conservation PRESIDENT Dr. Irfaan Ali has called on Commonwealth countries to connect nature conservation with economic development and mobilise funding to protect biodiversity. Speaking at the launch of the King Charles III-led Commonwealth Nature Initiative on the […]

–urges modern Commonwealth partnerships to address past wrongs, support access to education, climate resilience, opportunities   KING Charles III has said the transatlantic slave trade continues to cast a shadow over Commonwealth nations, urging members to build modern partnerships that address past wrongs through practical action. Addressing the opening […]

– Minister Indar directs backup power systems for all Linden water treatment plants A 750 KILOVOLT-ampere (kVA) generator is to be deployed to the West Watooka Water Treatment Plant in Linden, replacing the existing generator as the government moves to strengthen the reliability of water supply amid ongoing electricity disruptions in the mining town. The

–Attorney signals intention to seek judicial review of Chief Magistrate’s decision to maintain bail –insists compelling evidence supports murder charge over ‘Paper Shorts’ killing ATTORNEY representing the United States, Glenn Hanoman, has renewed efforts to have Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed’s bail in the ongoing extradition proceedings […]

  THE Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC), in continued collaboration with the Ministry of Education, on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, launched three new Harmony Clubs at Corriverton Primary, Rose Hall Town Primary and All Saints Primary Schools in Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne). The launches extend the initiative’s reach to 18 primary schools across […]

AS a key follow-up initiative from the second Global Biodiversity Alliance Conference recently held in Georgetown, Guyana, plans are being explored to convene an Investment and Finance Forum in June 2027, potentially in London, United Kingdom. The forum will seek to mobilise new and innovative sources of financing for biodiversity conservation and advance […]

THE government is advancing housing infrastructural development in Regions Three and Six through a US$100 million investment supported by the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD), with plans to construct approximately 90 kilometres of roads, alongside drainage and related infrastructure. The Ministry of Housing, through the Central Housing and Planning […]

  UNIVERSITY of Guyana students pursuing the Applied and Exploration Geology Programme have gained hands-on experience in gold prospecting and mineral exploration techniques during a practical field exercise in Karrau, Region Seven. The one-day exercise, held on November 2, 2026, was organised by the Guyana Mining School and Training Centre Inc. (GMSTCI) […]

-bank deposits, MMG offer safer, more convenient options, Minister Persaud says LONG queues, monthly trips to the post office and the risks that come with carrying cash are among the challenges the government is seeking to eliminate as it encourages more pensioners and persons living with permanent disabilities to receive their benefits through digital […]

– says political will, strong leadership, practical conservation projects critical to protecting biodiversity GUYANA’S growing efforts to protect its natural resources are setting an example for other countries, but meaningful progress in conserving biodiversity will depend on governments moving beyond discussions and committing to practical action. […]

Caribbean Airlines has advised passengers travelling to the United States (US) that they must complete a mandatory attestation form before check-in, in compliance with a new requirement introduced by US health authorities to prevent the introduction of Ebola through air travel. The requirement takes effect on November 3, 2026, at 22:59h Eastern Standard […]

A 66-year-old Venezuelan diver who died during operations to recover the sunken MV Barima suffered a heart attack, with a doctor attached to the salvage operation also confirming that he had a pre-existing medical condition. BK International, the company contracted to salvage the vessel, disclosed the findings on Monday, identifying the deceased as Luis […]

An estate worker, his wife and their two young children have been left homeless after an early-morning fire destroyed their home and belongings at Lot 100 Zorg-en-Hoop, Blairmont, West Bank Berbice (WBB), Region Five (Mahaica-Berbice), on Tuesday. The blaze, which occurred at about 02:00h, left 33-year-old Bishram Jaglal and his family with virtually […]

A 23-year-old porter from Essequibo Coast, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) died on Monday morning after reportedly jumping from a moving lorry to avoid plunging over a cliff along the Tiger Creek Main Access Road, North West District, Region One (Barima-Waini). Dead is Arif Shadeek, who was among the occupants of a motor lorry involved in the The post […]

A grass fire of unknown origin broke out on Monday afternoon in Bamia, a small community on the outskirts of Linden, Region 10, prompting action from the Guyana fire service. According to information, the fire started sometime in the afternoon but was not reported until later that evening. This publication was told that firefighters took The post […]