Guyana

WHEN President Irfaan Ali promised a cash grant to the people of Guyana last August, no one could have predicted that it would arrive at a time of an insane war in the Middle East that is fuelling a climate of global economic uncertainty.   While the juvenile Opposition leader spent the week moving around

WHAT was meant to be a day of celebration quickly turned into heartbreak for a family in Good Hope, Region Two, after an early morning fire left ten persons homeless, and a 74-year-old grandmother hospitalised. Around 02:10 hours on Saturday, the family’s Eid observances were abruptly disrupted when flames engulfed two homes on the rented

NEXT SUNDAY, at Babu Jaan in Berbice, Region 6, the leadership of the PPP will meet to observe the birth anniversary of Cheddi Jagan, who was born on that day. Jagan remains one of the great, phenomenal figures of the 20th century. He belonged to a country that, at the height of his fantastic activism,

–economist outlines policy solutions to tackle energy volatility GUYANESE economist, Richard Rambarran, has outlined a series of policy approaches he believes could help Caribbean nations better navigate rising energy volatility, pointing to Guyana’s fuel pricing model as a leading example for the region. Speaking on a recent episode of the Caribbean […]

THE Georgetown Toastmasters Club (GTC) earlier this week commemorated its 67th anniversary, a legacy that began on March 18, 1959.   Founded in Georgetown, this Toastmasters Club holds the distinguished honour of being the Mother Club of the Caribbean, paving the way for the growth of Toastmasters across the region.   The club recently said

THE Institute of Private Enterprise Development (IPED) is celebrating its 40th anniversary as a non-governmental, non-profit institution that helps people to help themselves.   On Thursday and Friday, the institution hosted its Business Expo on Main Street, Georgetown. Preparations are in full swing for its Business Conference, slated for March 26 and […]

IN celebration of International Day of Forests, the Ministry of Natural Resources through the Guyana Forestry Commission on Friday hosted a brief ceremony and exhibition at the Watooka Guest House, Linden.   International Day of the Forest is typically observed on March 21st annually, and this year, under the theme, ‘Forests and Economies,’ Guyana joins

EXXONMOBIL Guyana President, Alistair Routledge, outlined a likely scenario on Thursday in which Guyana’s oil revenues may undergo a significant spike much sooner than expected. The driver is the price of crude oil. During a press conference at Exxon’s Ogle operational centre, Routledge said the Stabroek Block co-venturers had expected to clear their […]

THE government is preparing to begin direct talks with investors for a series of eco-lodge and resort developments, as the evaluation of proposals nears completion. Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodrigues, stated that a technical committee is in the final stages of assessing expressions of interest for 10 locations across the country. […]

THE Guyana-Canada Diaspora & Community Council has been launched as a national platform to strengthen cultural, educational, generational, and people-to-people ties between Guyana and Canada.   According to a release from the recently-formed body, “the council unites leaders, professionals, youth, and community advocates across Canada to celebrate […]

…says project a game-changer for Guyana’s energy sector President of ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (EMGL), Alistair Routledge, says that the pipeline that will bring gas from offshore to Berbice, where a massive gas project will be built out, could cost an estimated US$2 billion – double the cost of current infrastructure already laid for the […]

On Thursday, MACORP announced its new partnership with Kalmar, having been certified as the authorised dealer for the material handling equipment brand in Guyana, adding another globally trusted brand to its growing portfolio. Through this partnership, MACORP will supply Kalmar equipment locally, backed by full support services including parts, maintenance, […]

The Guyana Industrial Training Centre (GITC) on Thursday officially launched its 60th anniversary celebrations, marking six decades of technical and vocational training and its contribution to national development. The ceremony brought together Government officials, educators, staff, alumni, and trainees as the institution reflected on its legacy and […]

The Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU), through the Guyana Early Warning System (EWS), has seized some 222 cans of suspected Tetrahydrocannabi-nol (THC)-infused beverages that were intercepted at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) on March 18, 2026. The products were reportedly concealed inside storage tote bins among clothing, paper bags, and […]

The Court of Appeal has rejected an “extraordinary” claim put forward by a Guyanese sex offender, who had only been in Ireland for two weeks before he falsely imprisoned and raped an 18-year-old woman. The convicted man claimed his trial was unfair because he had to withdraw claims he was of previous good character. In The post Irish court rejects […]