Guyana

President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has paid tribute to the resistance, resolve, and resilience of Guyana’s African ancestors in a message marking Emancipation Day 2026, declaring that their contributions “are the very pillars upon which modern Guyana stands.” In his address to Guyanese at home and across the diaspora, the President reflected on the […]

–to strengthen standards nationwide IN a decisive step to fortify the safety of Guyana’s waterways, President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali, has announced the formation of a Safety and Compliance Audit Team tasked with conducting a comprehensive review of the safety and compliance standards governing marine vessels operating across the country in the aftermath […]

–notes government’s timely audits of available financial accounts, efforts to strengthen internal audit practices THE International Monetary Fund has once again given Guyana high marks for the way it is managing its rapidly growing oil wealth, commending the government for “sustained prudent fiscal policies” and a borrowing strategy that keeps the […]

THE Commission of Inquiry into the MV Barima tragedy has officially begun its work as search and recovery operations continue with no new verified developments to report at this time. This is according to an update from the Office of the Prime Minister on Friday. The statement noted that the coordinated operation continues, and any

–as Professor Paloma Mohamed-Martin’s seven-year tenure comes to an end THE University of Guyana has confirmed that the contractual term of Professor Paloma Mohamed-Martin as Vice-Chancellor came to an end on July 31, 2026, closing out seven years in which she served as the institution’s principal academic and administrative officer. Speaking on […]

GLOBAL hunger declined for a third consecutive year in 2025, demonstrating that progress is possible. However, the improvements remain fragile, unevenly distributed and insufficient to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, according to The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2026 (SOFI 2026) report, released on Tuesday by five […]

By Dr Peter Ramsaroop, Chief Investment Officer and Chief Executive Officer of GO-Invest A FAMILIAR question is often asked of resource-rich nations: can they avoid the so-called “resource curse”? It is a valid concern, but it overlooks the deliberate strategy already underway in Guyana. The resource curse is not caused by oil itself. It stems

ENTREPRENEURS and small business owners have welcomed the establishment of the Guyana Development Bank, describing the new institution as a significant opportunity for expanding access to financing and support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The Guyana Development Bank Act 2026 was recently passed in the National Assembly and subsequently […]

FAMILIES of survivors and victims of the July 18 MV Barima tragedy continue to laud the government’s efforts with assistance provided throughout the search, recovery and bereavement process. Toshao of Whitewater Village and representative for the Mabaruma Sub-region at the National Toshaos Council, Andre Cox, said the government responded swiftly to the […]

THIS is the first Emancipation Day since the September 2025 general elections. Those elections have unleashed a phenomenal transformation in the political temperament of African Guyanese. The 2025 election results have shown how deep three changes Guyana have seen over the years. One is that demographic movements in the Guyanese population have given birth […]

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) and the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) are currently exploring opportunities for collaboration in personnel development, road safety, security awareness and employee well-being. At a recent meeting between the two organisations, head of the GCCI, Cathy Smith, provided an overview of the GCCI’s structure […]

The Labour and Manpower Planning Ministry on Thursday continued its nationwide “Putting Safety First in the Construction Sector” campaign with a construction safety seminar for employers, contractors, supervisors and workers in Region Four. Held at the Police Officers’ Mess annexe in Georgetown, the seminar forms part of the ministry’s ongoing […]

Thirty young people from Sophia have completed an intensive leadership development programme at the Sophia Community Centre. The programme is designed to equip them with the skills, confidence and values needed to become the next generation of leaders. The week-long initiative, organised by SANKOFA, brought together participants between the ages of eight […]

– Transitional management team established to oversee operation The University of Guyana (UG) on Friday announced that the contractual agreement between Professor Paloma Mohamed-Martin as Vice Chancellor (VC) and the tertiary institution ended on July 31, 2026, bringing an end to seven years of service. The Chancellor and Chair of Council, Sir Ronald […]

As Guyana joins the international community in observing World Day Against Trafficking in Persons (TIP) on Thursday, acting Chancellor of the judiciary, Justice Roxane George, has underscored the importance of human trafficking cases being handled properly. “The judiciary has an important role in ensuring that trafficking cases are dealt with fairly, […]