Guyana

–new high-voltage lines, substations and control centre to strengthen reliability and capacity THE Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL) is advancing a major expansion and modernisation of the national electricity network, with new high-voltage transmission infrastructure, substations and a National Control Centre being developed to increase capacity, […]

By Bebi Shafeah Oosman GUYANA is taking another major step towards building a safer and more skilled workforce with the commissioning of the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Centre of Excellence at the New Amsterdam Technical Institute in Region Six. The centre is designed to strengthen occupational safety and health training by providing workers, […]

–MARAD says, emphasises will not compromise safety in response to Mohamed’s claims of political persecution THE Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) has rejected Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed’s claims that its refusal to license his fast craft is politically motivated, declaring in a press release issued Friday that “maritime safety is […]

PRIME Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips, on Friday, met with representatives of Siemens Energy at the Office of the Prime Minister to discuss preparations for the start-up and operation of the 300-megawatt combined-cycle power plant under Phase One of the Gas-to-Energy Project. Siemens Energy has been selected as the Operations and Maintenance […]

GUYANA’S media fraternity and the wider national community are mourning the death of legendary broadcaster, communications specialist and educator, Dr Rovin Deodat, whose distinctive voice and lifelong commitment to knowledge-sharing made him one of the country’s most recognisable media personalities. Dr Deodat died on Friday afternoon, leaving behind a […]

PRESIDENT Irfaan Ali has paid homage to Rev. Dr Ronald McGarrell, a pastor whose decades of community and interfaith work made him one of Guyana’s most recognised religious voices. In a tribute to the late pastor posted to Facebook, the President said he was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of a man he

THE police in Regional Division #4A are investigating an industrial incident which occurred on Thursday, September 10, 2026, around 14:45hrs at an industrial site at Ruimveldt, Georgetown, resulting in the death of Gobin Persaud, a 76-year-old contractor of Dasrath Street, Triumph, East Coast Demerara. According to information from the police, preliminary […]

THE Guyana Police Force destroyed an estimated $22,038,728 in suspected narcotics on Thursday after ranks uncovered two cannabis farms during an eradication exercise at Yaruni Bend, Linden. According to police, the operation led to the destruction of approximately 53,000 suspected cannabis plants, ranging in height from two to six feet, along with 10 pounds […]

nine-year Guyana Fire Service career highlights Indigenous representation and opportunities for women AS Guyana observes Amerindian Heritage Month, Leading Firewoman Indra Archer is being recognised for nearly a decade of service in the Guyana Fire Service (GFS), while using her journey from the Indigenous village of Paramakatoi to inspire greater […]

SOME 40 families are expected to receive the keys to newly constructed houses at Onderneeming Tract A and B on the Essequibo Coast in time for Christmas, as the Ministry of Housing advances a new house construction initiative in Region Two. According to a press release, Minister of Housing, Collin Croal, made this disclosure during

Some 35.4 kilograms (kg) of cannabis and a sum of Guyanese currency were reportedly found during a Police operation on Wednesday evening at Five Mile, Ituni Road, Upper Demerara River, Region 10. The discovery has led to the arrest of a 40-year-old resident of Siberia Mines, Upper Demerara River. According to reports received, Police observed The post […]

– as Commission receives low submissions Attorney General (AG) and Legal Affairs Minister Anil Nandlall says that the Constitution Reform Commission (CRC) may have to look at new ways to generate public interest in the process that aims to review Guyana’s constitution, given the low submission of recommendations so far. Back in July, the Commission The […]

– as corn & coconut production increased by over 300% in last 5 years Guyana’s agriculture sector has recorded significant growth across most areas over the past five years, with increased production in crops, livestock and emerging value chains contributing to the country’s push for greater food security and reduced dependence on imports. […]

The Muslim Youth Organisation of Guyana (MYO) will host the Grand Finals of the National Qaseeda Competition 2026 on Saturday, September 12, at the MYO Complex, Woolford Avenue, Georgetown, from 18:30h. The Grand Finals represent the culmination of an initiative aimed at reviving the rich tradition of Qaseeda singing in Guyana and contributing to the The […]

Senior Minister within the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance, Dr Ashni Singh, has highlighted significant improvements in Guyana’s financial sector, noting a sharp decline in non-performing loans alongside substantial growth in credit to the Private Sector. He made the disclosures while addressing a UK Export Finance (UKEF) Private […]