Guyana

–through blended learning approach for educators that combines theory with practice, national priorities with local solutions, Minister Parag says THE Ministry of Education on Monday officially launched the National Education Leadership Academy (NELA) as part of a major step towards strengthening leadership across Guyana’s education system. The academy […]

SERIOUS crime in Regional Division 4A continues to decline, as Divisional Commander Simon McBean has reported that it has sharply fallen by more than 76 per cent over the past five years. The Divisional Commander highlighted this during the Guyana Police Force (GPF)’s Regional Division 4A Annual Christmas and Luncheon and Award Ceremony, on Monday.

—Minister Walrond urges persons to take hold of the ‘tremendous opportunity’ EVERY member of the Guyana Police Force (GPF) is expected to attain Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examination passes in Mathematics and English within the next three years, Minister of Home Affairs Oneidge Walrond has announced, noting that education is […]

–ministry terminates contract as contractor fails to execute THE Ministry of Public Works’ Special Project Unit has taken over the Princes Street Road Widening Project, as the previous contractor has been terminated for failure to execute. This was disclosed by Minister of Public Works Bishop Juan Edghill following a visit to the site on Monday.

THE Ministry of Public Works (MoPW), on Monday, informed the public that continuous monitoring of settlement observation points of the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge has confirmed that no abnormal settlement has occurred in the bridge foundations. According to information from the ministry, all monitoring data indicate that the bridge structure […]

–explore possible areas of enhanced cooperation NEWLY elected Director-General of the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) Dr. Muhammad Ibrahim on Monday paid a courtesy call on Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha at his Regent Street office. Discussions during the meeting focused on advancing the development of Guyana’s […]

–top priorities for Police Force in 2026, Police Commissioner says STRONGER enforcement operations, increased use of technology, and modernised policing will be top priorities as the Guyana Police Force moves ahead into 2026, Police Commissioner Clifton Hicken told ranks. In his remarks at the Guyana Police Force (GPF)’s Regional Division 4A Annual […]

-Town Clerk highlights security plans, road works, clean-up drive, seasonal boost for small businesses   AS Lethem, like the rest of Guyana, gears up for a bustling holiday season, the town clerk and council are rolling out a number of initiatives aimed at improving health, security, and accessibility across the municipality. Speaking with the Guyana

-says it’s a good anti-littering initiative, will encourage recycling CALLING for changes in attitudes when it comes to littering and recycling, Minister of Local Government and Regional Development Priya Manickchand has commended the implementation of the ‘Queen’s College Cycle Smart Project,’ mentioning its potential to become a national […]

–GPL’s Nandlall says, encourages customers to comply with established regulation of reporting increases THE Guyana Power and Light Inc (GPL) has urged customers to notify the utility company before increasing their electricity usage, cautioning that unreported load increases are contributing to voltage fluctuations, damaged meters and burnt appliances […]

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) rolled out a series of Christmas outreach and youth engagement activities across several regions between December 11 and 14, 2025, as part of its ongoing community policing programme. In Regional Police Division Two (Pomeroon–Supenaam), the division hosted its annual Christmas Tree Light-up and Children’s Party on Saturday, […]

The Education Ministry has officially launched the National Education Leadership Academy (NELA), a new national initiative aimed at strengthening leadership capacity among teachers and education administrators across Guyana. The Academy will function as a permanent national training structure embedded within Guyana’s education system, providing ongoing […]

More than three years after the fatal shooting of 23-year-old Quindon Bacchus sparked nationwide outrage and calls for police accountability, a Senior Magistrate has dismissed an obstruction charge brought against a former police rank linked to the investigation. At the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts on Monday, senior Magistrate Fabayo Azore upheld a […]

Guyana’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations (UN) Office and other international organisations in Geneva, Ambassador Dr Leslie Ramsammy has been appointed as chair to the World Trade Organisation (WTO). On its website, it was stated that WTO Negotiating Group on Rules aims to clarify and improve the existing disciplines on Anti-Dumping, Subsidies and […]

…ranks urged to pursue higher education programmes With more than 20 police ranks currently before the courts on criminal charges, Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken has issued a stern warning against engaging in criminal activity or inappropriate behaviour. Referring to the number of officers already before the courts, Commissioner Hicken said this […]