Guyana

Dear Editor, Like the rest of the country, I am observing with keen interest the unfolding saga at the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ). There are two certainties that the public must understand: firstly, nothing that comes out of the unfolding events can set aside, or in any manner alter the unanimous decision delivered in

REGION Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) could see the development of a dedicated poultry production hub, as the government explores ways of helping small farmers move from backyard operations into more organised and profitable commercial farming. President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali raised the proposal during community consultations held at Good Hope and Suddie on […]

–through Model Village Initiative, President Ali announces RESIDENTS of Charity were presented with an ambitious package of infrastructure, waterfront and community development plans on Monday, as government advances its Model Village Initiative across Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam). The public consultation, held at the Charity Secondary School, was […]

—as gov’t moves to stabilise domestic poultry market, meet local demand THE government is moving to stabilise the domestic poultry market by facilitating the temporary importation of approximately 330,000 pounds of chicken weekly, as local production continues to strengthen. According to a press release, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha disclosed […]

THERE appears to be a coordinated campaign by Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed and entities associated with him targeting the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ), the country’s final appellate court. Over the past few days, multiple social media platforms linked to the Mohamed political organisation have amplified allegations arising from an internal […]

  THE Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) is warning motorists, motorcyclists and pedestrians to exercise greater care on the nation’s roadways as a growing number of patients with serious injuries from motor vehicle accidents place increased demands on the hospital’s emergency, surgical and intensive care services. The warning came in a […]

BabyD Agency is preparing to open Guyana’s first Montessori-inspired school in September as part of a broader initiative to strengthen parenting support, early childhood development and awareness of postpartum care. The announcement was made by BabyD founder and Chief Executive Officer, Donette Brotherson, on Sunday, at the agency’s first Mommy and Me […]

THE Mayor and Councillors of Georgetown have launched a three-day restoration and cleanup campaign targeting the Bourda Market area, aimed at tackling the buildup of solid waste and clogged drainage systems that have plagued the commercial district. The initiative, according to information on its official Facebook page, forms part of the municipality’s […]

THE trial of a 35-year-old police corporal accused of causing the death of 15-year-old schoolboy Navindra Mahes is set to begin on August 17. Yonelle Cumberbatch, of Eastville Housing Scheme, Annandale, East Coast Demerara (ECD), appeared before the Sparendaam Magistrates’ Courts, where the trial date was set. Cumberbatch is charged with causing death by […]

SUDDIE residents got their first detailed look at a sweeping infrastructure package that includes over 4,000 metres of new drains, nearly 3,100 metres of walkways, 28 CCTV cameras, and 120 new trees, as the government’s Model Village Initiative moves into the consultation phase for the community. The plans were unveiled at a public consultation at

The Amaya Milk Company (AMC), which launched the first milk-processing facility in Region Five (Mahaica-Berbice), is gearing up to start mozzarella cheese production. This announcement was made by the company’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Omkaar Sharma during a guided tour of the facility with Chief Investment Officer and Head of the Guyana Office for […]

…upgraded homes, jobs, new business opportunities Communities across Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) are set to benefit from a wide-ranging transformation programme aimed at improving infrastructure, creating economic opportunities and building safer, greener and more sustainable communities. President Dr Irfaan Ali outlined the plans during ‘Model […]

As Guyana prepares to host the 16th edition of the Caribbean Festival of Arts (CARIFESTA) in 2027, representatives of the Caribbean Community (Caricom) Secretariat recently held discussions with the country’s Ministers who hold responsibility for culture. Culture, Youth and Sport Minister Charles Ramson and Minister within that Ministry, Steven Jacobs, […]

With happiness proving elusive for many, Jehovah’s Witnesses are inviting Guyanese to explore the path to lasting joy through their upcoming three-day global convention, themed “Eternal Happiness.” The convention will return to the National Cultural Centre in Georgetown this year, offering a free three-day programme focused on how everlasting […]

One Communications Guyana Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Abraham Smith has called on telecommunications operators across the Caribbean to strengthen their approach to security and fraud as mobile numbers become increasingly linked to financial transactions, digital identities and access to essential services. Smith made the call while participating in the […]