Guyana

—President calls on religious organisations to help preserve the country’s values as rapid economic transformation continues PRESIDENT Dr. Irfaan Ali has called on churches to take a more active role in shaping Guyana’s future, warning that the country’s unprecedented economic transformation must be matched by a commitment to strong values, ethical […]

THE first concrete has been poured for the multi-billion-dollar Parika Modern Port Facility and Waterfront Development project, signalling the start of construction on a major initiative that is expected to transform the Essequibo gateway into a hub for regional trade, tourism and transportation. President Dr. Irfaan Ali announced the milestone on Saturday, […]

  PRESIDENT Dr. Irfaan Ali on Saturday floated the idea of introducing a weekly Family Day initiative that would see a major street in Georgetown closed to vehicular traffic, creating a dedicated space for families to gather, exercise, socialise and spend quality time together. The proposal was announced as the President delivered congratulatory remarks at

—Plans include advanced stroke rehabilitation, 3D-printed prosthetics and expanded autism services as healthcare transformation continues AS Guyana continues to strengthen its healthcare system, efforts are advancing to expand rehabilitative care through the development of a state-of-the-art neuro-rehabilitation facility, the training of specialised […]

—Ministers, senior officials throw support behind Guyana’s nominee for UN Secretary-General GUYANA’S Permanent Representative to the United Nations (UN), Ambassador Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett, has expressed gratitude to President Dr Irfaan Ali and the Government of Guyana for nominating her as the country’s candidate for Secretary-General (SG) of the […]

–says false narratives threaten public trust, national unity and key government programmes MINISTER within the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Public Affairs Kwame McCoy has called out Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed and his associates for deliberately spreading misinformation aimed at undermining government programmes. Delivering […]

—rate access to ministers, quicker responses as key benefits of Public Day initiative RESIDENTS of Region Five (Mahaica-Berbice) have welcomed the Government of Guyana’s latest Cabinet public day, describing the initiative as an important opportunity for citizens to engage directly with senior government officials and have longstanding community […]

—includes conflict-of-interest rules, annual audits, lending safeguards and hefty fines to protect public resources The proposed Guyana Development Bank will operate under a strict governance and accountability framework, with directors facing removal for misconduct and individuals and companies exposed to multimillion-dollar fines for offences ranging […]

A CHARGE of robbery under arms against Lethem food vendor, Anderson Cyril, was, on Friday, dismissed by Magistrate Omadatt Chandan after the court upheld a no-case submission made by defence attorney Bernard Da Silva. Da Silva confirmed the development, stating that Magistrate Chandan upheld the defence’s submission and dismissed the charge against his […]

By Vanessa Cort THERE has been yet another call for Guyanese to adopt healthy lifestyles. This time, the appeal came from Dr Stephen Carryl, Head of an Overseas Medical Assistance Team (OMAT). Of particular concern is the growing number of young adults suffering from diabetes and other Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). Diabetes, which currently affects about

…instructs that proposed Bill to be sent to Select Committee Following criticism over the proposed legislation that seeks to establish a National Sex Offender Database that would be disclosed to the public, President Dr Irfaan Ali has intervened and asked that the Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill be sent to the Parliamentary Select Committee with the The […]

The retrial of Krishna Tulapersaud, also known as Krishna Tulerpersaud, commenced on Wednesday before Justice Simone Morris at the Berbice High Court. Tulapersaud is indicted on two counts of sexual activity with a child family member. The first count alleges that the offence was committed during the month of February 2013, while the second count The post […]

Cargojet Airways Ltd is set to begin operations in Guyana on Friday, introducing a weekly non-scheduled air cargo service under a partnership with DHL Express USA. The development follows earlier discussions between President Dr Irfaan Ali and Cargojet executives in Canada. Public Utilities and Aviation Minister Deodat Indar met with representatives of DHL, […]

A 43-year-old electrician of Culvert City, Lethem, Central Rupununi, Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo), has been fined $300,000 after pleading guilty to trespassing on the Lethem Aerodrome runway, in contravention of Section 83(1) of the Civil Aviation Act. Lennard Pompey appeared on Tuesday before Magistrate Omadatt Chandan at the Lethem […]

Twenty-five-year-old Kumar Persaud, a labourer from Annandale New Scheme, East Coast Demerara (ECD), was on Tuesday charged and remanded to prison on armed robbery and damage to property charges. Persaud was arrested on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, for allegedly robbing a 30-year-old man from Mon Repos, ECD, which occurred on May 27, 2026. He appeared The post […]