Guyana

–Finance Minister assures as teams head to hinterland communities to provide support –encourages those facing persistent registration issues to make a report, use established centres SENIOR Minister within the Office of the President with responsibility for Finance, Dr Ashni Singh, has assured that every eligible adult Guyanese will receive the $100,000 […]

-President Ali says ‘friendly’ resolution being sought -expresses concern about disruptions to trade, ‘unnecessary’ obstacles for Guyanese businesses   SURINAME’S Foreign Affairs Minister Melvin Bouva has engaged authorities here in Guyana, following concerns raised by President, Dr Irfaan Ali over reports that authorities in Suriname have […]

-as CEAPI eyes deeper ties, highlights Guyana as  growing investment destination A HIGH-LEVEL visit by the Business Alliance of Ibero-America (CEAPI), which represents over 190 leaders from major Ibero-American and Spanish companies, aims to place Guyana firmly on the radar of global investors, with an invitation extended to Dr President Irfaan Ali to […]

–PPP/C has played a fundamental role in workers’ rights, dignity –President Ali says as GAWU commemorates 50th Anniversary PRESIDENT Dr Irfaan Ali has reaffirmed the People’s Progressive Party/Civic’s (PPP/C) long‑standing commitment to workers’ rights, declaring that his government “did not waver” in defence of sugar, bauxite, and […]

-Housing Minister says event plays a vital role in shaping Guyana’s physical, economic landscape THE sixth International Building Exposition was on Thursday evening launched under the theme: ‘Guyana at 60: Building Strong Foundations for the Sustainable Future,’ and is slated to be held from June 25 to 28, 2026, at the Guyana National Stadium, […]

By Vanessa Narine AT a high-level regional gathering this week, Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo delivered a blunt message to Caribbean policymakers – that climate strategy must shift from rhetoric to realism.   Addressing delegates at the 124th Special Meeting of the Council for Trade and Economic Development (COTED) on Thursday, Dr Jagdeo challenged […]

-emphasises technological push with unveiling of a new tracking app GUYANA’S import, shipping and logistics landscape continues to expand, most recently with the launch of a new state-of-the-art facility by PAS Cargo Guyana Inc.   Launched at the Marriott Hotel, Kingston on Wednesday evening, the facility is said to be one of the first of

THE Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has firmly defended its employment policies and practices, stating that they are fully in keeping with legal provisions.   GECOM emphasised this following the publication of a letter in the March 25, 2026, edition of the Kaieteur News, headlined “Arbitrary Policy Changes, Selective Enforcement, and Labour Rights […]

DEFENDING the government’s continued support for the sugar industry, President Dr Irfaan Ali on Thursday reminded that it was the People’s Progressive Party/Civic’s (PPP/C) administration throughout the years that has stood firmly with workers across the sector, resuscitating production and supporting communities that were once left in economic peril. […]

-aims to drive climate-smart agriculture across the region   IN the heart of Guyana’s rice belt at the Guyana Rice Development Board (GRDB) Research Centre in Burma, regional and international partners gathered to launch a new initiative aimed at transforming how the Caribbean manages one of its most critical resources – soil.   Initiated on

A man accused of stabbing a 15-year-old mother some 25 times was on Thursday remanded to prison when he appeared before Magistrate Michelle Matthias at the New Amsterdam Magistrates’ Court, where he was also charged with sexually assaulting a minor. Christopher Ali, a seaman, appeared unrepresented as the charges were read to him. It is The post Stabbing […]

The Guyana Power and Light Inc (GPL) has announced the establishment of an LCDS Solar Express Lane, a streamlined process aimed at accelerating the review, approval, and grid integration of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for all eligible customers, including residential, commercial, and industrial users. The initiative supports the Government of Guyana’s […]

Acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty has dismissed the abuse of process application filed by former Assistant Commissioner of Police (Administration), Calvin Brutus, ruling that the extant criminal fraud charges differ in scope, nature, and penalty from previously-determined disciplinary charges. Brutus faces 252 counts of criminal offences, including […]

…stands by suspension of ASL’s flights to Matthews Ridge The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has rejected claims that it imposed unjustified restrictions on Air Services Ltd, maintaining that its actions were taken in keeping with its legal mandate to ensure aviation safety. In a statement issued on Thursday, GCAA said the suspension of Air The […]

The Office of Professional Responsibility of the Guyana Police Force has launched an investigation into the death of 30-year-old Otis Payne, who died while in custody at the Cove and John Police Station. In a statement on Thursday, police several police and civilian witnesses have already been interviewed and statements obtained. As part of the The post […]