| 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’s transformation ‘now getting fired up’ – President Aliby Naomi Parris on December 1, 2025
–says comprehensive five-year plan for expanded social support to be announced soon –emphasises government’s continuous efforts to ‘shock proof’ economy from shortfalls ENVISIONING a nation rising with purpose, clarity and unstoppable momentum, President, Dr Irfaan Ali has announced the government’s plans to unveil a comprehensive economic […]
- Concrete works are now underwayby Staff Reporter on December 1, 2025
- Rahaman’s Park Christmas Tree Light-Upby Staff Reporter on December 1, 2025
- DPI Director challenges WIN’s misinformation campaignby Staff Reporter on December 1, 2025
–emphasises President Ali’s commitment of expanded ‘citizen’ support THE Director of the Department of Public Information (DPI), Edward Layne has sharply rebuked the We invest in Nationhood (WIN), accusing the party and its leader, U.S.-indicted businessman, Azurddin Mohamed, of engaging in calculated efforts to mislead the public on the […]
- Works progressing on digital health records systemby Staff Reporter on December 1, 2025
-testing phase ongoing, system to go live next year MINISTER of Health Dr Frank Anthony, has noted that work is advancing on the implementation of an Electronic Health Records system (EHR) here, with the first phase underway at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC). The health minister made this known during an interview with
- Guyana could supply vessels, other support to expanding oil and gas operationsby Staff Reporter on December 1, 2025
–President Ali says, urges formation of consortiums to find mechanisms to drive logistical investments PRESIDENT Dr. Irfaan Ali is urging local private sector players to maximise the opportunities available in providing supply vessels and other support to Guyana’s expanding oil and gas sector. Speaking at the Guyana Oil and Gas Energy Chamber’s […]
- Guyana has been vocal in upholding UN Charter, territorial integrity, human rightsby Staff Reporter on December 1, 2025
-during UNSC tenure, UN Permanent Representative says GUYANA’S tenure on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has been defined by a consistent and vocal defence of the UN Charter, upholding territorial integrity and sovereignty, and the protection of human rights. This is according to Guyana’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, […]
- New ‘upgrades’ boosted transparency at recent elections – UNDP reportby Shamar Meusa on December 1, 2025
THE introduction of technology played a role in advancing transparency at Guyana’s recent General and Regional elections, facilitated through legal reforms some years prior. This was according to a recent report by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), which stated that a series of upgrades introduced by the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) […]
- Minister Persaud celebrates the dedication, impact of social workersby Staff Reporter on December 1, 2025
ON Saturday evening, Minister of Human Services and Social Security, the Hon Dr Vindhya Persaud attended the Guyana Association of Professional Social Workers (GAPSW) second annual Gala and Award Ceremony held at Cara Lodge. She lauded the nation’s social workers for their exceptional service, compassion, and unwavering commitment during a celebration […]
- ‘Guyana’s private sector now more innovative, driven, results-focused and highly motivated’ –President Ali saysby Naomi Parris on December 1, 2025
RECOGNISING the scale of Guyana’s economic transformation, the local private sector is now adopting new technologies, fostering innovation, and moving from a culture of complaints to one centred on results, complementing the People’s Progressive Party/ Civic (PPP/C) government’s vison of building a dynamic economy. “I am so pleased with the pace at […]
- Pedestrian dies after being struck by drunk driverby GTIMES on November 28, 2025
Police in Regional Division 10 are investigating a fatal accident that occurred on Sunday on the Speightland Access Road, Mackenzie, Linden, resulting in the death of 53-year-old Cecil Boston of Central Amelia’s Ward, Linden (Upper Demerara-Berbice). According to investigators, the incident took place at around 18:45h when a motor car driven by a […]
- Guyana sends more supplies to Jamaica as hurricane reliefby GTIMES on November 28, 2025
Guyana has dispatched its second tranche of emergency relief supplies to Jamaica following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. The shipment, coordinated by the Civil Defence Commission (CDC), departed on Thursday from the AFS Shipping Wharf at Friendship aboard the MV Falk. It is expected to arrive in Jamaica within six days. This latest support […]
- Drugs, contraband seized at Mazaruni Prisonby GTIMES on November 28, 2025
Police in Regional Division Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) carried out a joint security exercise on Thursday at the Mazaruni Prison. According to Police, the operation took place between 06:30h and 08:15h as part of ongoing measures to enhance safety within the facility and prevent the circulation of prohibited items. During the exercise, ranks seized several […]
- Repairs to the Paruima airstrip completedby GTIMES on November 28, 2025
Repairs to the Paruima airstrip in Upper Mazaruni, Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni), have been completed, the Public Utilities and Aviation Ministry has announced. Minister Deodat Indar visited the community on Wednesday to inspect the completed works. The approximately $400 million airstrip, which replaced the former grass patch landing area, was, in April […]
- Man found dead at Bourda Market areaby GTIMES on November 28, 2025
Police in Regional Division Four A are investigating the death of a man discovered on Monday morning in the Bourda Market area, Georgetown. The body of a man of mixed ancestry, believed to be around 60 years old, was found lying motionless on the western side of the market at about 08:00h. Initial enquiries indicate The post Man found dead at Bourda Market […]





