Guyana

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

  • Ravens crowned GBF Independence 3×3 Club Champions
    by Staff Reporter on June 2, 2026

    …Nikkoloi Smith named MVP RAVENS Basketball Club emerged as champions of the Guyana Basketball Federation (GBF) Independence 3×3 Club Championship on Sunday, capping an unbeaten campaign with a commanding victory in the final at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall. The tournament, which was fully sponsored by the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, […]

  • Avinash Contracting fuels One Guyana T10 Tapeball Blast Season IV
    by Staff Reporter on June 2, 2026

    CORPORATE backing for the One Guyana T10 Tapeball Blast has continued with Avinash Contracting & Scrap Metal Inc. officially recommitting its long-standing support for the fourth season. The high-octane tournament is scheduled to bowl off on August 8 in Berbice. The partnership highlights a shared vision between the corporate sector and tournament […]

  • CWI puts the region’s emerging pace talents to the test in Antigua
    by Staff Reporter on June 2, 2026

    (ESPNCRICINFO) – Twelve of the region’s fast-bowling talents will take part in a High-Performance Fast Bowling Assessment Camp from June 1–11, 2026 at the Coolidge Cricket Ground in Antigua as part of Cricket West Indies’ commitment to strengthening capacity and supporting player development across the Caribbean. The primary objective of the […]

  • Five changes as GRFU names 15’s squad ahead of Barbados clash
    by Staff Reporter on June 2, 2026

    THE Guyana Rugby Football Union on Sunday announced the final squad for the ‘Green Machine’ crucial 15’s Rugby Americas North clash set for this weekend in Barbados. President of the Guyana Rugby Football Union Ryan Gonsalves says they have brought in five new players to boost the team, and he is confident despite the tough

  • Ireland make history with first T20I win over West Indies, amid Dublin rain
    by Staff Reporter on June 2, 2026

    CMC – In a rain-hit thriller at Castle Avenue on Monday, Ireland claimed a historic first-ever Women’s T20I victory over the West Indies, winning via the DLS method after the heavens opened with the hosts just one run ahead of the par score. Chasing 142 for victory, Ireland were 99 for five after 14.1 overs

  • Jumbo Jet Events launches Need for Speed Karting Championship with multimillion-dollar prize pool
    by Staff Reporter on June 2, 2026

    MOTORSPORT enthusiasts across Guyana and the Caribbean are set for an action-packed season as Jumbo Jet Events officially unveiled its Need for Speed Karting Championship, an invitational series that promises high-speed competition, regional participation, and over GYD$17 million in prize money. The championship will be contested over three rounds, […]

  • ICC approves red-to-pink ball change to reduce bad-light impact in Test cricket
    by Staff Reporter on June 2, 2026

    (ESPNCRICINFO) – In an attempt to reduce the impact of bad light on Test matches, the ICC has approved a trial of switching from a red ball to a pink ball before the start of a Test that is likely to be affected by bad light, subject to the prior agreement of both participating teams.

  • RCB’s Tim David suspended for opening game of IPL 2027
    by Staff Reporter on June 2, 2026

    (ESPNCRICINFO) – Tim David, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), batter, will miss the opening match of IPL 2027, after picking up his third sanction of the season. The incident occurred in the IPL 2026 final in Ahmedabad on Sunday, “during the 10th over of Gujarat Titans’ innings. Following the fall of a wicket [Jordan Cox’s

  • West Indies Academy squad embarks on development tour of Sri Lanka
    by Staff Reporter on June 2, 2026

    A 16-member West Indies Academy squad has departed the region for a reciprocal tour of Sri Lanka from June 3–27, 2026, where the team will face the Sri Lanka Emerging Players in a multi-format series designed to further strengthen the region’s player development pathway. It follows the visit by the Sri Lanka Emerging Team to

  • Berbice man arrested after ammunition found during police operation
    by Kelly Juan on June 1, 2026

    A 28-year-old construction worker is in police custody after ranks discovered a quantity of ammunition during an operation at High Dam, Angoy’s Avenue, New Amsterdam, Berbice, on Monday. Police said the discovery was made around 11:45 hrs after officers acted on information received and conducted a search at the suspect’s home. During the exercise, ranks

  • Sonia Noel launches “Designers’ Quest” as part of 30th anniversary celebration in fashion
    by GTIMES on June 1, 2026

    Guyanese fashion designer, entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist Sonia Noel is inviting emerging designers from around the world to step boldly into their purpose through Designers’ Quest, one of the signature events commemorating her 30th anniversary in the fashion industry. Designers’ Quest is a global search for creative talent and will provide […]

  • World Otter Day discussion – Conservationists call for greater protection of freshwater ecosystems
    by GTIMES on June 1, 2026

    In observance of World Otter Day which was observed on Friday, EMC Foundation, in collaboration with the Protected Areas Trust (PAT) hosted a panel discussion aimed at fostering dialogue, collaboration and partnerships needed to support long-term conservation impact. The panel discussion focused on the conservation of the Giant River Otter in Guyana and […]

  • Govt hands over $24.8M water ambulance to Reg 7 to boost healthcare delivery
    by GTIMES on June 1, 2026

    As part of the Government of Guyana’s continuous commitment to expanding healthcare infrastructure across the hinterland, the Health Ministry on Saturday handed over a state-of-the-art water ambulance to the tune of 24.8 million to the regional administration of Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni). The vessel is specifically designated to serve the residents […]

  • Traffic rank critical after collision with turning motor car at Hague
    by GTIMES on June 1, 2026

    A traffic rank attached to Regional Police Division No. 3 is battling for his life after he was reportedly struck off his motorcycle by a turning motorcar along the Hague Public Road, West Coast Demerara (WCD) on Sunday. Based on reports received, the accident involved the Force’s motorcycle bearing registration number CR 6252 and a The post Traffic rank […]

  • Venezuelan hospitalised after shooting incident at Parika
    by GTIMES on June 1, 2026

    A 20-year-old Venezuelan construction worker from Zeelugt, East Bank Essequibo (EBD) is now nursing a gunshot injury following a shooting incident at Parika on Saturday evening. Based on reports received, a 62-year-old farmer from Parika, EBE claimed that he was at home when he heard a sound coming from his front door. As such, the The post Venezuelan […]

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