Guyana

Guyana has signalled its intention to become a global leader in biodiversity and ecosystem services as President Dr. Irfaan Ali, on an official visit to the United Kingdom, announced plans for a Commonwealth Centre of Excellence on Biodiversity in Guyana and revealed renewed backing from King Charles III for the country’s pioneering work on climate,

–Budget 2026 puts people first through growth-focused fiscal measures, investments, President Ali FROM direct cash transfers to investments in targeted fiscal measures, Budget 2026 themed ‘Putting People First’, charts the way forward in realising the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) administration’s vision for growth and development. This […]

THE Government of Guyana has unveiled the largest national budget in the country’s history, valued at $1.558 trillion, which Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance, Gail Teixeira, described as a landmark investment in the nation’s social and economic transformation. Minister Teixeira, in a press statement, said Budget 2026 embodies the […]

SENIORS across Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) have welcomed the announcement that their old age pension will increase from $41,000 to $46,000, describing the measure as timely, meaningful, and a clear demonstration of government’s continued care for senior citizens. The announcement, made by Senior Minister in the Office of the President with […]

THE Private Sector Commission (PSC) has welcomed the $1.588 trillion Budget 2026, saying the package of measures sets the stage for stronger economic growth, improved business competitiveness and a better quality of life for Guyanese. In a statement following the budget presentation, the PSC said the spending plan reflects a clear commitment by the […]

THE Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has engaged the Shipping Association of Guyana (SAG) in high-level talks aimed at resolving persistent challenges facing local businesses in the shipping sector. The meeting, held on January 27 at the Guyana Marriott Hotel, followed mounting complaints from companies affected by delays and escalating […]

–exposes their weak grasp of fiscal policies, lack of seriousness about governance   MINISTER within the Office of the Prime Minister, Kwame McCoy, has said that the Opposition’s attacks and response to Budget 2026 continue to expose a troubling lack of seriousness, policy depth and economic literacy. “The Opposition’s commentary makes it clear […]

AFTER years of neglect and safety issues by the PNC/R/APNU-controlled Georgetown Mayor and City Council, the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) Government has made a clear decision to restore these landmark facilities with a significant initial allocation of $2 billion to kick off the rebuilding process in 2026. This initiative is framed not just as […]

–De Armas says, laments challenges related to transmission, distribution system; points to $66.2B budgeted for infrastructural enhancements MORE than half of the $119.4 billion allocation to the energy sector this year will be directed towards improving Guyana’s transmission and distribution network, as government continues its efforts to address […]

–during celebration of India’s 77th Republic Anniversary THE High Commission of India, Georgetown, hosted a reception to mark the 77th Republic Day of India on January 26, 2026, at Pegasus Corporate Suites, with great fervour. According to a press release from the High Commission of India, Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Mohabir Anil

…says continuity in current economic environment enhances investor confidence The local private sector has commended the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) Government on the presentation of the $1.558 trillion Budget 2026, which focuses on enhancing the lives of citizens alongside provisions to push business development. Under the theme “Putting […]

Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh on Monday outlined significant developments in Guyana’s petroleum sector as he presented Budget 2026 to the National Assembly, highlighting progress in exploration, oil production and the utilisation of natural gas. Addressing petroleum exploration, Dr Singh said the Government signed two new Production Sharing Agreements […]

Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh, in presenting the 2026 National Budget, outlined significant investments and plans to restore the Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuCo) to financial viability and long-term sustainability. Addressing the National Assembly, Dr Singh highlighted that over the past five years, Government efforts have focused on reviving the sugar […]

With costumes being prepared, dance steps rehearsed, and all necessary equipment in place to bring the stage alive, the Children’s Mashramani Competition was officially launched on Monday at the National Cultural Centre. The event, themed “Expressing Our Culture Through Innovation and Creativity,” celebrates Guyanese culture through the talents of […]

Six persons appeared before the Linden Magistrate’s Court on Monday in connection with the failure to report an unnatural death, arising from investigations into the burning and disposal of the body of Jamal ‘Skinny’ Bourne, whose fatal shooting during a live social media broadcast went viral earlier this month. The accused, Shiloh Nurse, 26, of The […]