Guyana

–PM Mottley tells GCCI’s awards and gala, says CARICOM sister state a market shaper –urges Guyanese businesses, innovators to continue fostering regional growth, collaboration   SEEN as a beacon of development in the Caribbean region, Guyana’s economic ascent has positioned the country as an “exceptional bright spark” amid global uncertainties, […]

–Vice-President Jagdeo affirms; urges local authorities to identify vacant land for development of ‘quasi-commercial/industrial areas’ for parking –says 90,000 street lights to arrive soon, other investments will be made to enhance communities  VICE-PRESIDENT, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has affirmed that all Neighbourhood Democratic Councils (NDCs) […]

–Vice-President Jagdeo says; emphasises PPP/C’s commitment to fulfilling each promise made to Guyanese   WITH the elections over, Vice-President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has said that the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C)’s main focus is ensuring that all promises made during the campaign trail are delivered within the next five years. Dr. Jagdeo, […]

GUYANA continues to cement its position as an academic powerhouse in the Caribbean, with five students earning top distinctions at the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) Regional Awards held on Thursday night. Leading the country’s achievements at the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) level was Sara Khan of Queen’s College, who […]

The following is the full text of a press release from the UG: “THE University of Guyana is pleased to announce the elected appointment of Prof. Randolph Persaud as Pro Chancellor to the University of Guyana following the procedures laid out by the statutes and the 12th Council of the University on Monday, December 8,

–Chief Investment Officer urges Region 10 entrepreneurs –encourages stakeholders to position themselves to capitalise on widespread opportunities CHIEF Investment Officer of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana and Agency Head of the Guyana Office for Investment, Dr Peter Ramsaroop, MP, on Thursday urged the business community in Region 10 (Upper […]

ABOUT 1.5 million homes and businesses were without electricity on Thursday after an extra-tropical cyclone swept through Sao Paulo’s metropolitan area, toppling trees and power lines and disrupting flights and the water supply. Damaging wind storms also caused vast power outages in 2023 and 2024, putting utility firm Enel under intense public scrutiny. […]

–welcomes govt’s plans for a new state-of-the-art Amerindian hostel THE National Toshaos Council (NTC) has joined with Indigenous voices and village leaders across Guyana in strongly condemning the disturbing display of intimidation by the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party, led by Azruddin Mohamed, outside the Amerindian Hostel on Princess Street, on […]

WITH Guyana expanding its regional and international partnerships, the country’s aviation landscape is entering a transformative new phase, President, Dr Irfaan Ali has said. Outlining an ambitious plan for both international expansion and domestic integration, Dr Ali, during his address at the ICAO Next Generation of Aviation Professionals Plus (NGAP+) […]

Arcino Richards, called “Horseman”, a mechanic of Good Hope, Essequibo Coast, was charged with the attempted murder of Hector Massiah, which occurred on Friday, December 5, 2025, at Spice Garden Restaurant and Bar at Aurora Old Road, Essequibo Coast. Richards appeared at the Anna Regina Magistrate’s Court before Magistrate Ravindra Mohabir, who read […]

Former co-accused Kevin Mangar, called “Chubby”, who turned state witness, delivered dramatic testimony on Thursday at the Berbice Assizes in the Tain murder trial for the 2020 killing of 82-year-old Chandarie “Aunty Dayo” Budhoo. The witness, who was a juvenile at the time of the crime, told the court that he was involved in planning The post Tain […]

Thirty-year-old Michael Singh, a labourer of Lot 28 Onderneeming, Essequibo Coast, who was charged with the offence of simple larceny, was found guilty on December 10 and sentenced to 58 months’ imprisonment. Singh was charged for the offence committed on Hubert Griffith, a 36-year-old boat captain of Santa Rosa Island, Moruca, Region One, which occurred […]

…Guyana, Suriname participants say training will directly improve field diagnosis, crop management For four days this past week, 40 participants – from teachers and agricultural students to regional researchers and farmers – immersed themselves in the science of diagnosing and managing plant diseases at the University of Guyana Berbice Campus (UGBC). […]

The Sarwans’ Three Hearts Foundation conducted a Christmas Toy Drive on Wakenaam Island over the weekend, distributing gifts to approximately 250 children. Volunteers travelled to the island with boxes of toys and were met by eager children who gathered for the annual outreach activity. Each child received a gift as part of the Foundation’s commitment […]