| 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
- Chief Justice dismisses Mohameds substantive challenge to extradition lawby Staff Reporter on February 24, 2026
Chief Justice (ag) Navindra Singh on Tuesday dismissed the substantive constitutional challenge mounted by United States-indicted businessman Azruddin Mohamed and his father, Nazar Mohamed, clearing the way for the continuation of extradition proceedings against them. The ruling comes as the father-and-son duo simultaneously moves to the Court of Appeal […]
- ‘National pride is non-negotiable’by Staff Reporter on February 24, 2026
— President urges citizens to embrace shared responsibility, unity and faith as pillars of nation-building PRESIDENT, Dr Irfaan Ali called on citizens to embrace national pride as a daily responsibility, framing it as an essential pillar of nation-building and collective progress. “We must build a society where national pride is not a slogan shouted
- President Ali pays tribute to Dr. Rupert Roopnarineby Staff Reporter on February 24, 2026
– hails him as “Public Figure of Conscience” PRESIDENT Irfaan Ali has paid tribute to late political leader and scholar Dr. Rupert Roopnarine, describing him as “a public figure of conscience” whose life embodied courage, intellect, and principled service to Guyana. In a statement following Roopnarine’s passing, the Head of State extended […]
- Mashramani 2026 draws tourists, diaspora home with colour, culture and celebrationby Staff Reporter on February 24, 2026
THE vibrant sights and sounds of Mashramani 2026 transformed the streets of Georgetown into a living showcase of culture, creativity and national pride, as visitors from across the Caribbean and beyond joined Guyanese at home to celebrate the country’s Republic anniversary. This year’s festivities attracted returning members of the diaspora, regional […]
- Guyana’s rapid economic transformation opening doors across Caribbeanby Staff Reporter on February 24, 2026
—Minister Bharrat emphasises importance of youth engagement in push for deeper CARICOM integration GUYANA’S rapid ascent as a regional powerhouse could also translate into a bridge of deeper regional integration within the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Minister of Natural Resources Vickram Bharrat has explained. During the recent Guyana Energy […]
- Over 4,300 health workers added to system since 2020by Staff Reporter on February 24, 2026
– Government expands healthcare training, boasts number of Medex nationwide THE government, through the Ministry of Health, has significantly expanded training opportunities for healthcare workers, including a marked increase in the number of medex being trained and deployed across the country’s health system. Speaking in Parliament during the 2026 […]
- Targeted investments transform agriculture into profitable path for youth and womenby Staff Reporter on February 24, 2026
TARGETED investments and ownership-based programmes are reshaping agriculture into a viable and profitable career path for Guyana’s youth and women. This is according to Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha, who has outlined what he describes as a deliberate shift in Guyana’s agricultural landscape, as government policies move to position young people […]
- Police investigating alleged murder at La Parfaite Harmonie shopby Staff Reporter on February 24, 2026
POLICE in Regional Division Three have launched an investigation into an alleged murder that occurred on Sunday evening at La Parfaite Harmonie, West Bank Demerara, leaving a 20-year-old man dead. Dead is Roberto Grant, called “Kayan,” an unemployed resident of La Parfaite Harmonie. According to preliminary police reports, the incident occurred between […]
- Over 3,200 traffic offences recorded last weekby Staff Reporter on February 24, 2026
– police step up enforcement and road safety education THE Traffic Department of the Guyana Police Force has recorded more than 3,000 traffic-related offences within a single week, highlighting ongoing concerns about road safety compliance across the country. According to the department’s latest report, a total of 3,233 cases were documented between […]
- Culture, creativity shine at Region Two’s Mashramani celebrationsby Indrawattie Natram on February 24, 2026
DESPITE the blazing midday sun, hundreds of persons lined the streets and turned out in their numbers to celebrate Region Two’s Mashramani Road Parade, proudly marking Guyana’s 56th Anniversary as a Republic. Under the vibrant theme, “Expressing our Culture through Innovation and Creativity,” the atmosphere was electric as spectators waved Golden […]
- GuySuCo fields 41% mechanized; eyes 50% by year-end – Agri Ministerby GTIMES on February 24, 2026
The government’s push to modernise the sugar industry is gaining momentum, with mechanisation now accounting for approximately 41 per cent of cultivation. This cultivation is being backed by a whopping $13.4 billion allocation this year, the drive is aimed at restructuring operations, improving efficiency, and expanding mechanised farming to 50 per cent […]
- 104,000 new jobs created between 2020 and 2024 – President Aliby GTIMES on February 24, 2026
…says thriving Guyana at 56 positioned for high-skilled economic future President Irfaan Ali has said that Guyana has recorded a surge in employment, with more than 104,000 new jobs created between 2020 and 2024, placing greater disposable income directly into the hands of citizens and positioning the country to lead in the next phase of The post 104,000 […]
- Confrontation at WBD shop ends in death of 20-year-oldby GTIMES on February 24, 2026
Police in Regional Division Three are investigating the murder of Roberto Grant, called “Kayan,” 20, of La Parafaite Harmonie, West Bank Demerara, following an incident on Sunday evening. Reports are that the incident occurred between 19:30h and 20:00h at a shop in La Parafaite Harmonie as Grant, who is unemployed, became involved in an altercation The […]
- Kitty businessman in custody over shooting of bar employeeby GTIMES on February 24, 2026
Police are investigating an incident of discharging a loaded firearm with intent, which occurred on Sunday morning at a bar at Robb Street, Bourda, Georgetown. Injured is Omaly Ross, an employee of the bar. Sources said he sustained a gunshot wound to his lower hip. He underwent surgery to have the bullet removed and is The post Kitty businessman in […]
- CANU nabs 2 Venezuelans with shotguns at Parikaby GTIMES on February 24, 2026
Officers of the Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) on Saturday intercepted two men in possession of firearms during an operation at Parika, East Bank Essequibo (EBE). According to CANU, the operation was conducted on Saturday after officers acted on information received. A search carried out on the men led to the discovery of two 16-gauge shotguns. The post […]





