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

  • ‘SMEs are dream factories’
    by Staff Reporter on June 23, 2026

    –President Ali urges banks to take services into housing schemes, quarries, workplaces PRESIDENT Dr Irfaan Ali has challenged commercial banks to move beyond traditional branch‑based operations, urging them to take services directly into new housing schemes, quarries and workplaces as part of a wider push to deepen financial inclusion and support small […]

  • IDB Chief hails Guyana’s strong COVID-19 Safety Nets Programme
    by Staff Reporter on June 23, 2026

    CHIEF of Operations for the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) – Guyana, Ivan-Alonzo Gaviria, has commended Human Services and Social Security Minister Dr Vindhya Persaud for her exemplary leadership in the implementation of the Support to Safety Nets for Vulnerable Populations Affected by Coronavirus in Guyana project. He described the country as a […]

  • Guyana is open to partners, but ready to compete -President Ali says
    by Staff Reporter on June 23, 2026

    PRESIDENT Dr Irfaan Ali has warned that while Guyana is open to regional and international partners, it will not hesitate to compete and “break the locks open” in markets that continue to restrict Guyanese products. The president said this while speaking at CAM Motors’ unveiling of its Foton and Jetour lines of vehicles on Saturday.

  • Historic MoU signed between UG, ACCA
    by Faith Greene on June 23, 2026

    THE University of Guyana (UG) and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance the university’s accountancy programme. A historic event, the MoU signing was held in partnership with the ACCA and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Guyana at the University of Guyana’s […]

  • Drivers remanded over fatal Providence crash
    by Staff Reporter on June 23, 2026

    THE drivers of a motor lorry and a minibus involved in the fatal accident on Providence Public Road, East Bank Demerara, which claimed the life of a 36-year-old Essequibo Coast resident, have been remanded to prison on charges of causing death by dangerous driving. Kord Sobers, 55, of La Parfaite Harmonie, West Bank Demerara, the

  • Students urged to resist peer pressure, embrace individuality
    by Staff Reporter on June 23, 2026

    MINISTER of Education Sonia Parag has urged students to resist peer pressure and embrace their individuality, stressing that confidence and self-identity are key to making positive choices. Parag spoke to the students during a recent Sexual and Reproductive Health symposium at Bartica, Region Seven, during which she called on young people to understand that […]

  • Elections fraud trial adjourned as defence calls for former GECOM IT head to testify in person
    by Staff Reporter on June 23, 2026

      THE ongoing elections fraud trial was adjourned on Monday after the defence objected to key testimony being delivered virtually, insisting that former Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) Information Technology Manager, Aneal Giddings, appear in court to testify in person. When the matter was called before Acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty, Giddings, […]

  • Gov’t advancing digital transformation to improve public services
    by Staff Reporter on June 23, 2026

    -Minister Ally highlights reforms on UN Public Service Day MINISTER for the Public Service, Government Efficiency, and Implementation, Zulfikar Ally, has said that the Government of Guyana is continuing efforts to transform the delivery of public services through digital systems, institutional reforms, and through investments in public servants. In a video […]

  • ‘Human rights remain a driver of development’
    by Staff Reporter on June 23, 2026

    –Ambassador Rodrigues-Birkett assures stakeholders, acknowledges constraints of the current financial climate on human rights GUYANA’S nominee for United Nations Secretary-General, Ambassador Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett, has underscored the importance of human rights funding, stating that efforts to advance development, peace and security are inherently […]

  • Engineer proposes automated koker system to improve Georgetown’s drainage
    by Shaniya Harding on June 23, 2026

    -says new system would reduce reliance on manual operations   A LOCALLY developed proposal to automate Georgetown’s sluice/kokers, could significantly improve the city’s ability to manage flooding by eliminating delays associated with manual operations, according to engineer Patrice Jacobs. Presenting the concept to the Mayor and City Council, Jacobs […]

  • Labour Ministry exploring use of drones in health & safety inspections
    by GTIMES on June 23, 2026

    Following in the footsteps of the Health Ministry which has been using drones in the execution of services, the Labour and Manpower Planning Ministry, is also exploring the possibilities of incorporating technology into its functions, particularly with the use of drones in the carrying out of occupational health and safety operations in the far-flung areas. […]

  • Over 69,000 pensioners benefitting from electricity, water subsidies
    by GTIMES on June 23, 2026

    As of June 2026, a total of approximately 33,274 pensioners have benefitted from the Government’s $30,000 electricity subsidy through Guyana Power and Light Inc (GPL), while as of March 2026, 36,586 pensioners benefitted from the water subsidy programme through the Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI). Human Services and Social Security Minister Dr Vindhya […]

  • Another Venezuelan charged in massive AK-47 weapons bust
    by GTIMES on June 23, 2026

    A second Venezuelan national has been charged in connection with the discovery of a cache of high-powered firearms and ammunition at Schoonard, West Bank Demerara (WBD). Juan Felipe Gonzales, 54, of Tuschen Housing Scheme, East Bank Essequibo (EBE), appeared before Magistrate Rhondell Weaver at the Wales Magistrate’s Court on Monday charged with […]

  • MoE reviewing inclusion policy as Govt seeks to employ more PWDs
    by GTIMES on June 23, 2026

    …urges skills-based job placement for better workplace outcomes As the Government moves to expand employment opportunities for persons with disabilities (PWDs), the Education Ministry is reviewing its inclusion policy to strengthen support systems and ensure greater access to education and the workforce for all learners. This was revealed by, Assistant […]

  • UG, ACCA sign MoU to enhance accounting education in Guyana
    by GTIMES on June 23, 2026

    The University of Guyana (UG) and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at advancing accounting education and professional development in Guyana. UG has secured a major boost for its accounting students after its Bachelor of Accountancy programme received international […]

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