Guyana

–President Ali tells workers, outlines wealth-building vision for citizens PRESIDENT Dr Irfaan Ali has highlighted that the government is working on plans to ensure that workers are able to invest in and benefit directly from large-scale national projects, outlining a vision for wealth creation beyond traditional wages. The Head of State made this known […]

–labour movement leader says, affirms GAWU, FITUG commitment to continue working together for workers’ benefit   PRESIDENT of the Guyana Agricultural and General Workers’ Union (GAWU), and Treasurer of the Federation of Independent Trade Unions of Guyana (FITUG), Seepaul Narine, on Friday, said that the face of Guyana is being remade with new roads, […]

THE International Court of Justice (ICJ) will commence public hearings on the merits of the long-running border controversy between Guyana and Venezuela from Monday, May 4 to Monday, May 11, 2026, at the Peace Palace in The Hague, Netherlands. The hearings mark a critical stage in the case concerning the validity of the October 3,

–Minister Ally says; notes single digital platform will transform how citizens access public services MINISTER of Public Service, Government Efficiency and Implementation, Zulfikar Ally, has noted that the government is moving to consolidate all public services into a single digital platform, outlining plans for a “One Guyana” portal that will […]

VICE President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo assured rice farmers that the government will support the industry during the current economic challenges and highlighted the immediate pressures that may increase production costs. Addressing farmers at a meeting convened by President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Thursday, VP Jagdeo identified two urgent challenges facing the […]

–    as Police issue over 1,800 tickets in early 2026   THE Guyana Police Force Traffic Department is raising alarm over the continued presence of unlit motor vehicles on the nation’s roads, warning that the practice remains a serious threat to public safety, particularly during nighttime driving. According to the department, a total of 1,876

PRESIDENT Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali, on Thursday, announced a new $3 billion investment to support rice farmers, as the government intensifies consultations to   determine how best to deliver the assistance. Speaking at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre during a meeting with rice farmers from across the country, President Ali said the funds will be tailored

PRESIDENT Dr Irfaan Ali has extended congratulations to Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda, Gaston Browne, following his re-election to a fourth term in office, describing the victory as a strong endorsement of the leader’s vision and governance. In a statement shared on his official Facebook page, President Ali said the decisive outcome at the

  THE first batch of students sitting the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations at Baramita Primary Top stands as a landmark in the village’s history of grit, headaches, muddy boots, and unstoppable ambition.   This is more than a group of students—it is a symbol of what determination looks like in one of Guyana’s

MINDFUL Guyana Inc successfully hosted a public-awareness event recently at the Amazonia Mall, East Bank Demerara, engaging members of the public in meaningful conversations about the vital connection between environmental health and mental well-being.   The event attracted strong participation, with individuals and families stopping to learn more, asking […]

– highlights tech barriers despite system growth Over 6000 persons have utilised the Housing Ministry’s Single Window System since the programme was launched, but there have been challenges with digital literacy – both among applicants and key agencies – which continue to hinder the system’s full potential. Housing Minister Collin Croal made this […]

The Government of Guyana, through the Local Government and Regional Development Ministry, on Tuesday distributed 10 garbage compactor trucks to Neighbourhood Democratic Councils (NDCs) along the East Coast and East Bank of Demerara, Region Four (Demerara–Mahaica). This forms part of the ongoing nationwide rollout to strengthen solid waste management […]

The United Kingdom’s newly appointed High Commissioner to Guyana, Joseph Fisher, has signalled a strong intent to advance bilateral relations, stating that he is “committed to further strengthening the modern partnership between the United Kingdom and Guyana”. Fisher made the remarks shortly after arriving in Georgetown, where he has already begun […]

The Government is moving to strengthen the oversight of public spending across Guyana with the rollout of a centralised monitoring dashboard designed to track national projects in real time, reducing the need for costly field inspections while improving accountability in remote and hard-to-reach regions. This was according to Public Service Government […]

Khemadatt Persaud, a businessman accused of chopping a woman multiple times about her body during a violent confrontation at a Berbice wash bay, is to stand trial in the Berbice High Court soon for attempted murder, following a ruling at the Whim Magistrate’s Court. The ruling was handed down on Monday by Magistrate Tuanna Hardy, The post Businessman to […]