Guyana

— nationwide programme to benefit more than 5,100 rice farmers as gov’t delivers on cash grant promise to support industry MORE than $403 million was distributed to rice farmers in Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) on Saturday as the Government commenced its nationwide cash grant programme, fulfilling a commitment made earlier this year to support the rice

—Facility to strengthen medicine distribution, digital healthcare delivery PRESIDENT Dr Irfaan Ali, on Saturday, commissioned the new $230 million Regional Medical Distribution Centre at Onderneeming, Region Two, describing the facility as a major milestone in the Government’s drive to modernise Guyana’s healthcare system through a digitally […]

–New health centre, staff quarters to improve services for 500 residents in Region Two THE Government has commissioned a new $30 million health centre and completed a $30 million staff living quarters at Red Hill, Manawarin, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam), as part of a $60 million investment aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery in the indigenous […]

– QR code, hotline and patient advocates among channels introduced THE Ministry of Health has rolled out a modernised patient feedback system aimed at improving the quality, accessibility and efficiency of public healthcare services across Guyana, with patients now able to share their experiences through a digital platform, hotline and in-person […]

— Origins panellists say Guyana must shift from individual success stories to building a sustainable creative industry. GUYANA’S fashion industry must move beyond celebrating individual designers and shift its focus to building sustainable businesses, strengthening technical skills and embracing collaboration in order to become a recognised creative […]

—Says economic openness, private sector growth are keys to Cuba’s long-term prosperity. THE Latin America Guyana Chamber of Commerce (LAGCC) has endorsed the Government of Guyana’s recent statement of solidarity with the Cuban people, while calling for economic liberalisation and market-oriented reforms as key drivers of sustainable growth and […]

—Minister Manickchand says training, clear protocols key to improving local governance and service delivery MINISTER of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya Manickchand, has identified a lack of technical knowledge among Neighbourhood Democratic Councils (NDCs) as one of the biggest obstacles to effective local governance. She made the […]

THERE is a version of Guyana’s 60th Independence Anniversary that writes itself easily: oil revenues, record growth, new bridges, houselots by the tens of thousands. It is a story of transformation so rapid it staggers the imagination. But on June 30, at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre, the Ethnic Relations Commission convened a different kind

THERE is tremendous value when a president, ministers and senior government officials leave their offices and spend time in villages, schools, health centres and community grounds. Government becomes visible, accountable and accessible. Citizens are no longer simply writing letters or waiting months for responses. They are able to explain their challenges […]

YOUNG Guyanese with ambitions of working in aviation are now benefitting from easier access to specialised training through the Board of Industrial Training (BIT), as the government continues to expand technical and vocational education opportunities. The initiative is the result of a collaboration between the Ministry of Labour and Manpower Planning, BIT, […]

Dave’s West Indian Florist & Groceries has joined the West Indies Over-60s Cricket Team as a kit sponsor for the IMC Over-60s Cricket World Cup, which will be played in Canada from August 9 to 23, 2026. The sponsorship was announced by the Cricket West Indies Masters Association (CWIMA), which said the support will assist The post Dave’s West […]

Keisha Gibbons emerged as the first-place winner of the Guyana Oil Company Limited (GuyOil) 50th Anniversary Jingle Competition. GuyOil recognised the outstanding creativity and musical talent of the first, second and third place winners of its 50th Anniversary Jingle Competition during a prize presentation ceremony held at its Head Office Boardroom in […]

Firefighters have completed specialised training in the fundamentals of fire investigation, equipping them with the skills to investigate both small and large fires, preserve fire scenes and collect and document evidence for use in court proceedings. The Basic Fire Investigation Training Programme concluded on Friday with a closing ceremony at the Guyana […]

Over $263 million has been invested in fisheries-related projects in the region. Two over the past five years, as the Government continues efforts to modernise the sector and improve the livelihoods of fisherfolk, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha announced on Friday. Speaking at the National Fisherfolk Day 2026 celebration at Charity, Essequibo Coast, […]

With plans to build a modern drying and storage facility, farmers across Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) are being encouraged to explore crop diversification in order to yield more value from their farmlands. This call was reiterated by President Dr Irfaan Ali on Saturday during a community meeting at Affiance, Essequibo Coast, where he engaged residents, […]