Guyana

The Guyana Oil Company Limited (GUYOIL) has dismissed claims circulating on social media that fuel prices have been increased at several of its service stations across the country. In a press release issued on Wednesday, the state-owned company said it took note of a “malicious publication” by a politically aligned social media page, Credible Sources,

–growth in Guyana’s economy has created unprecedented opportunities –Finance Minister says, points to creation of 104,000 new jobs, influx of more highly skilled professionals RAPID economic growth in Guyana has created unprecedented opportunities for citizens, with more than 104,000 jobs generated over the past five years, Senior Minister in the […]

THE Karasabai Airstrip upgrade project is now 70 per cent complete, with both the runway and the new terminal building well advanced. According to information from the Ministry of Public Works, the 3,000ft by 50ft runway is nearing the final stages. The SPU-led team, inclusive of community participation, is currently executing the installation of […]

–as gov’t continues efforts to bolster hinterland development OVER 800 residents of the community of Mahdia, Region Eight, will see electricity generation and reliability improving significantly following the delivery of a new 800 kilovolt-ampere (kVA) generator to the Mahia Power & Light Company Inc. (MPL). According to a post made by the Vice […]

–Figueira defends President Ali’s statements on Cuba –says he’s putting Guyana and its people first PRESIDENT Dr. Irfaan Ali’s recent statement that the “status quo cannot remain” in Cuba was a necessary act of strategic diplomacy amid regional uncertainties, former Member of Parliament (MP) Jermaine Figueira has said. In a letter, the former […]

  THE King’s Foundation marked Commonwealth Day by spotlighting its collaboration with Guyana’s government to advance sustainable development across the South American nation. Central to this partnership is the Georgetown Urban Framework Plan, a significant initiative that aligns with Guyana’s Low Carbon Development Strategy 2030. Specialists from […]

-new machines for regional hospitals, international grant to boost paediatric nephrology care   AS experts emphasise that kidney disease is slated to become a leading cause of death, the Government of Guyana is moving to expand dialysis services across the country, with new machines and treatment capacity planned for regional hospitals. Speaking at the […]

DEMERARA Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to Guyana’s growth by investing in the creativity and ambition of local entrepreneurs through the D.B.L. Innovation Tank, its G$10 million Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) revolving programme. Launched to empower startups and early-stage businesses, the initiative, according to the bank, invites […]

MINISTER of Local Government and Regional Development Priya Manickchand on Tuesday afternoon met with vendors of the Suddie Market to discuss the transition into the newly completed market facility and address several concerns raised by vendors. The meeting brought together vendors who conduct their business along the roadside in the Suddie area. The […]

MINISTER of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, on Tuesday, met with contractors executing a number of agricultural infrastructure projects across the country to review their progress and discuss contractual timelines for completion. According to a press release from the ministry, during the engagement, the minister underscored the importance of ensuring that […]

The case stemming from the deadly explosion at a Regent Street, Georgetown gas station has been delayed after two of the accused recently obtained attorneys who asked for time to prepare their defence. The matter was called before acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts on Tuesday, when paper committal proceedings were […]

…engages Region 2 vendors Local Government and Regional Development Minister Priya Manickchand, on Tuesday, conducted outreach visits to the Charity Amazon Market and the Suddie Market, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam), as part of ongoing efforts to review public market facilities and engage vendors on improvements. At the Charity Amazon Market in Charity, […]

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has completed significant upgrades at the North Ruimveldt Police Station, strengthening its capacity to serve residents and commuters in surrounding communities. Located at the corner of Aubrey Barker Road and Christiani Street, Georgetown the station now benefits from its strategic position along the fully operational […]

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a man whose body was discovered earlier this year at Belvedere Village, Corentyne. The discovery was made on January 27 prompting an investigation, however despite ongoing efforts, investigators have so far been unable to determine the identity of the deceased. According to […]

The Mahdia Power & Light Company Inc (MPL) has received a new 800-kilovolt-ampere (kVA) generator as part of the Government’s ongoing hinterland development programme aimed at strengthening electricity supply in interior communities. The generator arrived in the mining town of Mahdia last Sunday and is expected to improve power generation capacity and […]