| 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
- Prosecutor flags alleged bail breaches by the Mohameds’ in extradition caseby Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026
Concerns over compliance with bail conditions surfaced on Friday as attorney-at-law Glenn Hanoman alerted Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman to possible breaches by businessmen Nazar Mohamed and Azruddin Mohamed in their ongoing extradition case. Hanoman told the court that the two men had inconsistently reported to the Ruimveldt Police Station, sometimes […]
- Magistrate warns Hana Mohamed against posting ‘sensitive information’ from extradition hearing onlineby Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026
During the ongoing extradition hearing of Azruddin and Nazar Mohamed, Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman on Friday warned the public against recording or posting court proceedings online, describing the material as sensitive. Prosecutor Glenn Hanoman raised concerns that testimony was being documented and shared on social media pages linked to the […]
- Guyana upholds sovereign maritime rights under international lawby Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026
–dismisses Venezuela’s claims See below the full text of a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation: “THE Government of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana has taken note of the communiqué issued by the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela dated 11th March 2026, which purports to object to Guyana’s decision to […]
- Region Two gets solid-waste management boostby Indrawattie Natram on March 13, 2026
–after receiving 10 garbage compactor trucks THE regional administration of Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) will boost its solid-waste management efforts with 10 new garbage compactor trucks that were acquired from the Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development. The trucks were delivered on Thursday as part of the government’s ongoing efforts […]
- Paediatric nephrology services to be enhanced through ISN grantby Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026
– increased diagnostic capacity, residency training programme among plans THE International Society of Nephrology (ISN) Sister Renal Centres Grant was launched on Thursday at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), by a mentor team from the University of Calgary (UofC), Canada, as part of an international collaboration to enhance paediatric […]
- $100,000 cash grant distribution to commence next weekby Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026
—50,000 public servants to be first group of beneficiaries; new platform to be launched for registration of other eligible citizens SENIOR Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance, Dr. Ashni Singh, on Thursday, announced that the government will commence the distribution of the $100,000 cash grant next week. During an […]
- Imbotero gets $200M security boostby Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026
–with new police boat house, reconstructed wharf and station EMPHASISING that border communities are not edges of the country but the frontline of Guyana’s sovereignty, Minister of Home Affairs Oneidge Walrond along with residents and officials of Region One (Barima-Waini) welcomed the more than G$200 million investment for the reconstructed Imbotero […]
- Mohameds now claim pro-Palestinian stance sparked U.S. actionby Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026
DEFENSE attorneys representing businessman Azruddin Mohamed and his father, Nazar Mohamed, have argued in court that the extradition proceedings is a result of their outspoken support for Palestinians. Attorney Siand Dhurjon, appearing on behalf of the Mohameds, told the court that actions taken by U.S. authorities were motivated by his clients’ political […]
- Modernisation of Guyana’s ‘legal architecture’ improves women’s access to justiceby Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026
–Dr Persaud tells global stakeholders GUYANA’S “legal architecture” continues to be modernised to enable access to justice for women and to dismantle structural barriers, according to Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr Vindhya Persaud. Dr Persaud emphasised Guyana’s work during her remarks at the General Discussion Of The 70th […]
- Scotiabank deploys advanced ATM technology to elevate banking experienceby Staff Reporter on March 13, 2026
SCOTIABANK has completed the rollout of its new enhanced Automated Teller Machines, known as Intelligent Deposit Machines (IDMs), across all branch locations. According to a press release from the bank, these state-of-the-art self-service terminals are designed to make everyday banking faster, safer, and more convenient for clients. The introduction of IDMs […]
- Over 1.3kg of ganja intercepted during Police operation in Bartica, Mahdiaby GTIMES on March 13, 2026
A 24-year-old male labourer from Yarrowkabra, Soesdyke–Linden Highway, was arrested on Thursday following the discovery of a quantity of cannabis during an operation in Bartica, Region Seven (Cuyuni–Mazaruni). Based on reports, Officers were conducting searches on incoming speedboats travelling from Parika to Bartica. However, on the day in question, […]
- Teen mother’s death: Baby now in foster care; DNA test ordered to establish paternityby GTIMES on March 13, 2026
The newborn daughter of 14-year-old Aleena Preetam, who died in February only weeks after giving birth, has been placed in the foster care system, the Human Services and Social Security Ministry revealed on Thursday. The Ministry, through its Childcare and Protection Agency (CPA), said DNA tests are scheduled to determine the paternity of the baby, The […]
- As global oil prices rise: GuyOil maintains lower fuel rates compared to local private stationsby GTIMES on March 13, 2026
Even as oil prices on the world market continue to surge amid geopolitical tensions, the state-owned Guyana Oil Company Limited (GuyOil) continues to maintain modest rates compared to local privately owned service stations. Using prices from GuyOil as the base, a comparison shows that fuel sold by other major companies in Guyana is notably higher. The post […]
- Scotiabank rolls out intelligent ATMs to speed up banking services in Guyanaby GTIMES on March 13, 2026
…can process cash deposit instantly, scan cheques, transact bill payments Scotiabank has completed the rollout of its enhanced automated teller machines across its branch network in Guyana, introducing Intelligent Deposit Machines (IDMs) designed to provide faster and more accessible banking services. The new self-service terminals allow customers to […]
- Corentyne fatal stabbing: “I saw him stab my brother” – witness tells Judge, juryby GTIMES on March 13, 2026
…as accused says he was cornered by Mingo brothers, fled after realising he was in a “bad situation” The brother of dead Port Mourant resident Ramanand Mingo told the Berbice High Court that he saw Andrew Seegobin stab the 29-year-old during an argument at a shop and bar in the village on the night of The post Corentyne fatal stabbing: “I saw him […]







