Guyana

THE long-running standoff between USA Cricket (USAC) and American Cricket Enterprises (ACE) may finally be nearing resolution. After months of legal battles and a complete breakdown in trust, the two sides have signed a proposed settlement that could reset cricket’s governance and funding structure in the United States. At its core, the deal offers USAC

Guyana is facing a heightened flood threat as prolonged, above-normal rainfall is expected to impact large sections of the country through April 25, with authorities warning of widespread disruptions and potential damage. The Civil Defence Commission (CDC), in a situation update issued Wednesday, said the advisory from the Hydrometeorological Service points […]

Guyana has moved to expand its forest restoration strategy with the launch of a major bamboo pilot project aimed at rehabilitating degraded lands while creating sustainable economic opportunities in forest-dependent communities. The Ministry of Natural Resources, through the Guyana Forestry Commission (GFC), on Wednesday commenced the initiative titled […]

The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has confirmed that one of its vessels involved in a recent accident in Region One was being used without authorisation and was not engaged in any official duties at the time. In a press release issued on Wednesday, GECOM said preliminary internal investigations revealed that the vessel, which was involved

Twelve Guyanese nationals were deported from the United States to Guyana on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, with two of them now in police custody over serious offences. Authorities said that upon arrival, all twelve individuals were interviewed and profiled as part of standard procedures. Following the processing exercise, ten of the deportees were released into

–families see significant rise in property value as development accelerates, President Ali emphasises PRESIDENT Dr Irfaan Ali has noted that the government’s investments in infrastructure are not only transforming communities, but also delivering tangible financial benefits, with property values in many areas increasing drastically over a short period. […]

–during Mohameds’ extradition appeal at CCJ TRINIDAD and Tobago Senior Counsel Douglas Mendes, on Tuesday, advanced two central arguments before the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) in the extradition challenge brought by Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed and his father Nazar Mohamed. He contended that any claim of bias against the Minister of Home […]

–after signing agreements of sale ALLOTTEES of the Plantation Leonora (West) Housing Scheme on the West Coast of Demerara, on Tuesday, signed their agreements of sale at the Ministry of Housing’s Brickdam office, marking a significant step toward home ownership. During the exercise, Minister of Housing, Collin Croal, engaged several allottees and […]

THE Caribbean Public Health Agency’s (CARPHA) 70th annual health research conference opens today, with the aim of examining how digital innovation can improve public health surveillance and response across the region. Executive Director Dr Lisa Indar, in an interview with the Guyana Chronicle on Tuesday, said the shift towards digital tools is critical, […]

-Regions 5- 9 to be hardest hit with heavy showers, thunderstorms THE Hydrometeorological Service has advised that unstable atmospheric conditions are expected to bring widespread rainfall and possible flooding across Guyana from April 22 to 25, 2026. A special information bulletin released by the Ministry of Agriculture’s National Weather Watch Centre on […]

A 25-year-old gold miner of 111 Miles, Mahdia, Potaro, Region Eight (Potaro-Siparuni) was arrested on Sunday during a police operation in relation to several warrants issued following his conviction for multiple offences. Kellon Henry, was apprehended at about 10:10h on Sunday, when ranks from the Mahdia Police Station acted on information and carried out […]

Entrepreneurs and small business operators are gaining critical skills to strengthen their operations through business clinics hosted by the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA) under the Tourism, Industry and Commerce Ministry, as the government continues to invest in capacity building and private sector growth. The initiative forms part of ongoing efforts by […]

Residents of Fair View Village, North Rupununi, Region Nine (Upper Takatu-Upper Essequibo) benefitted from a traffic outreach on Saturday, led by ranks from the Traffic Department in Region Nine. The initiative included a Learner’s Driver’s Theoretical Examination, allowing both first-time and re-sit candidates to complete the test within their […]

The Natural Resources Ministry, through the Guyana Forestry Commission, has partnered with the European Union (EU) to advance efforts aimed at reducing deforestation and forest degradation within the Amazon Rainforest. The initiative is part of the Amazonia+ Programme, funded by the EU and led by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), in […]

Three Essequibo Coast, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) men have been fined after appearing before the court on charges of driving with breath alcohol levels exceeding the legal limit. Bhoopaul Roy, a 43-year-old hire car driver of Golden Fleece, was charged with the offence committed on March 21, along the Suddie Public Road. The charge was instituted The […]