| 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
- Parliament ‘not a political street corner’by Staff Reporter on July 27, 2026
–Office of the Prime Minister says, condemns ‘distasteful’ conduct of US-indicted Mohamed’s sister THE Office of the Prime Minister has strongly condemned the conduct of the sister of US-indicted Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed after she reportedly forced her way into the precincts of Parliament and directed offensive and distasteful remarks at […]
- CCJ to deliver final ruling Wednesday on Mohameds’ extradition appealby Staff Reporter on July 27, 2026
THE Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) will hand down a judgment on Wednesday that could determine the fate of Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed and his father, businessman Nazar Mohamed, in their long-running battle against extradition to the United States. The regional court has again confirmed it will deliver its decision at 2:00 p.m. AST on
- President Ali launches HEART Initiative, pledges nation will never abandon MV Barima survivors, familiesby Staff Reporter on July 27, 2026
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has announced the creation of a new national body to coordinate long-term support for survivors and families affected by the MV Barima tragedy, promising that Guyana’s compassion will not fade once the headlines do. The vessel, carrying passengers and crew from Georgetown to Port Kaituma, capsized after a distress call was
- International, regional experts appointed to conduct thorough investigation of MV Barima tragedyby Staff Reporter on July 27, 2026
—Belizean jurist to chair probe as inquiry targets accountability, sweeping safety reforms A FIVE-MEMBER international Commission of Inquiry (COI) has been granted sweeping powers to investigate every aspect of the MV Barima tragedy, including whether negligence, misconduct, institutional failures or breaches of maritime safety laws contributed to […]
- French divers say zero visibility, powerful currents hampering MV Barima recoveryby Staff Reporter on July 27, 2026
—Underwater conditions too dangerous to enter wreck, families told ZERO visibility, powerful currents and the maze of ropes and hammocks inside the capsized MV Barima are making recovery efforts extraordinarily dangerous, French military divers told anxious relatives of the missing during a briefing at the Charity Operations Centre on Sunday. The […]
- Amerindian communities outperform international agencies in project delivery – VP Jagdeoby Staff Reporter on July 27, 2026
—Credits Toshaos, village councils for accountable stewardship of LCDS resources VICE–PRESIDENT, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, has commended Amerindian village leaders for their stewardship of billions of dollars in Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) resources, saying communities have outperformed international agencies in implementing development projects […]
- Families view live footage of divers as President updates search effortby Staff Reporter on July 27, 2026
RELATIVES of those still missing following the MV Barima tragedy were on Sunday given a live view of the deep-diving operation at the wreck site as President Dr. Irfaan Ali updated them on the ongoing search and recovery effort. During a meeting at the Charity Command Centre, families watched live footage transmitted from the operation
- Parliament to consider $54.9B supplementary allocation todayby Staff Reporter on July 27, 2026
THE National Assembly is expected to consider Supplementary Financial Paper No. 1 of 2026, totalling $54.9 billion, today, with allocations aimed at accelerating key government development programmes, including retroactive payments for Guyana Sugar Corporation (GUYSUCO) workers, housing expansion, infrastructural works and the Gas-to-Energy Project. Senior […]
- Renewable energy savings to lower electricity costs in hinterland communities – PMby Staff Reporter on July 27, 2026
RESIDENTS in hinterland communities benefitting from Government-funded renewable energy projects will soon see lower electricity costs as savings generated through reduced fossil fuel consumption are passed directly on to consumers, Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips has said. Addressing the National Toshaos Council (NTC) Conference, the Prime […]
- Hinterland communities taking lead in infrastructural projects — Edghillby Staff Reporter on July 27, 2026
— Public Works Minister says village-led infrastructural model increasing jobs, building skills and keeping resources within communities HINTERLAND communities are becoming increasingly involved in delivering their own infrastructural projects, with village councils and residents now taking on greater responsibility for building and maintaining roads […]
- Families view live MV Barima recovery operations at seaby GTIMES on July 27, 2026
…30 victims laid to rest, counselling, funeral support continues for affected families – Region 1 Chair President Dr Irfaan Ali on Sunday assured relatives of those still missing following the MV Barima tragedy that any decision to establish a memorial at the site where the ferry sank would rest entirely with the families of the The post Families view […]
- Police train drivers on defensive driving, responsible road useby GTIMES on July 27, 2026
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) is continuing its road safety education campaign through a series of training sessions aimed at improving awareness, encouraging responsible driving practices and reducing traffic violations and collisions. In Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo), the Traffic Department continued its community outreach efforts with a road […]
- Prison officers trained on defence, arrest tactics, response capabilitiesby GTIMES on July 27, 2026
The Guyana Prison Service (GPS) has strengthened its operational and training capacity following the successful completion of a five-day Defence and Arrest Tactics Instructor Course conducted in partnership with the ASMA Security Training Academy. According to the GPS, the programme, which was accredited by Defence Technology, was designed to enhance the […]
- $15M in ATVs handed over to strengthen CPGs patrolsby GTIMES on July 27, 2026
Community Policing Groups (CPGs) in five regions have received new all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) to improve patrols and emergency response efforts in remote and difficult-to-access communities. The Home Affairs Ministry on Thursday handed over five Kawasaki ATVs, purchased through a $15 million Government investment, to CPGs serving Mabaruma in Region One […]
- Santa Aratack builds local economy through agriculture, skills training, jobsby GTIMES on July 27, 2026
…South Rupununi communities form company to secure contracts, create jobs Santa Aratack is diversifying its economy with several new projects aimed at creating employment and generating income for the community. Toshao of Santa Aratack Mission, the only Amerindian community in Region Three, Christopher Cornelius, spoke with the Department of Public […]




