Guyana

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

  • Guyana upholds sovereign maritime rights under international law
    by Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026

    –dismisses Venezuela’s claims See below the full text of a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation:  “THE Government of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana has taken note of the communiqué issued by the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela dated 11th March 2026, which purports to object to Guyana’s decision to […]

  • Region Two gets solid-waste management boost
    by Indrawattie Natram on March 13, 2026

    –after receiving 10 garbage compactor trucks THE regional administration of Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) will boost its solid-waste management efforts with 10 new garbage compactor trucks that were acquired from the Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development. The trucks were delivered on Thursday as part of the government’s ongoing efforts […]

  • Paediatric nephrology services to be enhanced through ISN grant
    by Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026

    – increased diagnostic capacity, residency training programme among plans   THE International Society of Nephrology (ISN) Sister Renal Centres Grant was launched on Thursday at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), by a mentor team from the University of Calgary (UofC), Canada, as part of an international collaboration to enhance paediatric […]

  • $100,000 cash grant distribution to commence next week
    by Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026

    —50,000 public servants to be first group of beneficiaries; new platform to be launched for registration of other eligible citizens SENIOR Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance, Dr. Ashni Singh, on Thursday, announced that the government will commence the distribution of the $100,000 cash grant next week. During an […]

  • Imbotero gets $200M security boost
    by Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026

    –with new police boat house, reconstructed wharf and station  EMPHASISING that border communities are not edges of the country but the frontline of Guyana’s sovereignty, Minister of Home Affairs Oneidge Walrond along with residents and officials of Region One (Barima-Waini) welcomed the more than G$200 million investment for the reconstructed Imbotero […]

  • Mohameds now claim pro-Palestinian stance sparked U.S. action
    by Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026

    DEFENSE attorneys representing businessman Azruddin Mohamed and his father, Nazar Mohamed, have argued in court that the extradition proceedings is a result of their outspoken support for Palestinians. Attorney Siand Dhurjon, appearing on behalf of the Mohameds, told the court that actions taken by U.S. authorities were motivated by his clients’ political […]

  • Modernisation of Guyana’s ‘legal architecture’ improves women’s access to justice
    by Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026

    –Dr Persaud tells global stakeholders GUYANA’S “legal architecture” continues to be modernised to enable access to justice for women and to dismantle structural barriers, according to Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr Vindhya Persaud. Dr Persaud emphasised Guyana’s work during her remarks at the General Discussion Of The 70th […]

  • Scotiabank deploys advanced ATM technology to elevate banking experience
    by Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026

    SCOTIABANK has completed the rollout of its new enhanced Automated Teller Machines, known as Intelligent Deposit Machines (IDMs), across all branch locations. According to a press release from the bank, these state-of-the-art self-service terminals are designed to make everyday banking faster, safer, and more convenient for clients. The introduction of IDMs […]

  • Police, Mon Repos/La Reconnaissance NDC strengthen collaboration to address market, traffic issues
    by Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026

    POLICE ranks from Regional Division 4 ‘C’ have intensified efforts to address several community concerns affecting residents within the Mon Repos/La Reconnaissance area, following a meeting with councillors and officials from the Mon Repos/La Reconnaissance Neighbourhood Democratic Council (NDC) aimed at strengthening collaboration and improving public […]

  • ‘We are living in the era of opportunities’
    by Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026

    –Dr Singh says; encourages Guyana’s youth to capitalise on growing economy –Urling advises young professionals to align skills, careers with emerging opportunities YOUNG Guyanese were encouraged to remain in the country and take advantage of what Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh has described as an unprecedented period of opportunity in the nation’s […]

  • Command must never be taken lightly – Chief of Defence Staff
    by GTIMES on March 13, 2026

    …as 16 cadets promoted to ensign at midpoint of officer training Sixteen Officer Cadets of the Standard Officer Course Number 57 have attained the rank of Ensign, marking the halfway point in their journey toward officership. The milestone was commemorated during the Ensigncy Parade held on Wednesday at the Colonel Ulric Pilgrim Officer Cadet School The […]

  • Sophia’s man dies after speeding car turns turtle at Rockstone
    by GTIMES on March 12, 2026

    A Sophia, Greater Georgetown man was killed on Wednesday after the vehicle he was travelling in turned over along the Rockstone Trail, Linden, Region Ten (Upper Demerara–Upper Berbice). The deceased is 54-year-old Steve George. Based on reports received, the accident occurred at about 10:11h involving a motor car, PAD 1602, which was at the time The post […]

  • CID trainees receive courtroom guidance from Acting Chief Justice
    by GTIMES on March 12, 2026

    Investigators currently undergoing the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Induction Course 1/2026 were on Wednesday given first-hand insight into courtroom procedures during a visit to the Supreme Criminal Court, where they met with Acting Chief Justice Navindra Singh. Addressing the group, Justice Singh spoke about the critical role investigators play […]

  • Body of missing crew member onboard sunken molasses barge recovered
    by GTIMES on March 12, 2026

    – Search on for 2nd crew member The lifeless body of one of the two men who went missing after a molasses tanker sank in the Atlantic Ocean has been recovered late Wednesday afternoon. The body of 22-year-old Ravindra Bissoondyal, also known as “Videsh”, of Goed Bananen Land, Canje, Berbice, was reportedly found near a The post Body of missing crew […]

  • Surge recorded in development financing approvals across Caribbean – CDB 
    by GTIMES on March 12, 2026

    The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) has reported a significant increase in project financing and disbursements for 2025, approving US$464 million in new support. The milestone marks a 50 per cent increase in financing over 2024. The Bank disbursed US$429 million, reflecting a 30 per cent rise compared to the previous year. Presenting highlights at CDB’s […]

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