| 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
- Guyana already engaging key stakeholders to navigate global energy, trade crisesby Naomi Parris on March 25, 2026
–President Ali says, touts country’s strategic location for storage, trade GUYANA has begun engaging stakeholders to examine proactive responses to potential disruptions to global trade and the energy markets, amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This is according to President Dr Irfaan Ali, who, on Monday, warned that escalating tensions in […]
- Guyana, Ireland eye joint ventures, investment opportunitiesby Staff Reporter on March 25, 2026
- UN commends Guyana’s strides in combatting racism, strengthening social cohesionby Staff Reporter on March 25, 2026
–Resident Coordinator highlights progress at ERC observance, urges continued collective action against discrimination amid emerging digital threats GUYANA’S progress in combatting racism and promoting social harmony has been recognised by United Nations (UN) Resident Coordinator Jean Njeri Kamau. On Monday, the Ethnic Relations Commission(ERC) […]
- Mohameds’ extradition case again delayed as magistrate accepts medical excuseby Staff Reporter on March 25, 2026
–Hanoman questions Azruddin’s choice of registered ‘obstetrician-gynaecologist’ for checkup that led to dengue diagnosis THE extradition proceedings involving US-indicted businessmen Azruddin Mohamed and Nazar Mohamed have been delayed once again, as Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman on Monday accepted a medical certificate submitted by the […]
- Heavy rainfall expected to continue into weekendby Staff Reporter on March 25, 2026
-flooding pressures mount as coastal, riverain communities record high rainfall levels GUYANESE across the country are being asked to take continued precautions in the face of heavy rain that the Hydrometeorological Service says could last for the rest of the week ahead. Giving a detailed breakdown of the current weather patterns via a
- U.S. Ambassador visits Shell Beachby Staff Reporter on March 25, 2026
UNITED States Ambassador to Guyana, Nicole Theriot, recently concluded a memorable visit to Guyana’s Shell Beach Protected Area, experiencing first-hand the region’s natural beauty and rich coastal biodiversity. During the visit, she toured the Shell Beach campsite, engaged with youth camp participants and rangers, and learned how satellite telemetry […]
- Family raise concerns after ECD man dies in police lock-upsby GTIMES on March 25, 2026
…baby born same night father dies A family from Haslington south, East Coast Demerara, is demanding answers after a 30-year-old man died under disputed circumstances while in police custody, just around the same time his girlfriend gave birth to their first child. Dead is Otis “Jah Jah” Jordan, a construction worker and block maker of The post Family […]
- ‘Truly transformative’ new diagnostic tools can help end tuberculosisby Staff Reporter on March 25, 2026
THE World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday called on countries to step up action to end tuberculosis (TB) – one of the world’s deadliest infectious killers – by expanding access to new diagnostic tools that can help save lives. TB is caused by bacteria that most often affects the lungs. Every day, over 3,300
- University of Miami, LAMAT mission deliver specialised emergency-response trainingby Staff Reporter on March 25, 2026
-as part of efforts to strengthen Guyana’s mass-casualty capacity GUYANA’S emergency response systems are being strengthened through a new mass-casualty management training programme in collaboration with international agencies to enhance preparedness. This is being done through a collaborative initiative with the United States Air Force’s […]
- CARICOM to dispatch humanitarian aid to Cubaby Staff Reporter on March 25, 2026
THE Caribbean Community is moving to send humanitarian supplies to Cuba, following a decision taken at its most recent heads of government meeting. The move comes following the announcement at the conclusion of the recent conference of Heads of Government, which was made by CARICOM Chairman and Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis,
- ECONOME V set for June with expanded conference, awards experienceby Shaniya Harding on March 25, 2026
-entrepreneurs, creatives to be recognised for shaping Guyana’s business landscape BUSINESS in Guyana is advancing as rapidly as other sectors, with higher investment numbers and new ventures in previously unexplored areas. A major contributor to this success has been the rise in educational and collaborative ventures and seminars. Among the leading […]
- School health programme strengthened with Mount Sinai’s Starlink boostby GTIMES on March 25, 2026
The Health Ministry on Tuesday, strengthened its commitment to child and youth health care through its nationwide school health system with the receipt of Starlink units from the Mount Sinai Health System. The handing over ceremony, held at the Ministry’s headquarters on Brickdam, brought together health officials and international partners who are […]
- Guyana’s 1st aromatic rice variety launchedby GTIMES on March 25, 2026
Guyana on Tuesday officially launched its first locally developed aromatic rice variety, with Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha declaring that the new ‘Guymati’ GRDB-19 strain has the potential to significantly boost farmers’ earnings by tapping into lucrative international markets where prices can reach as high as US$1,200 per tonne. At the […]
- Guyana supports Zimbabwe’s bid for non-permanent seat on UNSCby GTIMES on March 25, 2026
Guyana is supporting Zimbabwe’s bid for a nonpermanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the period 2027-2028. This is according to a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued on Monday, following a visit from Foreign Minister of Zimbabwe, Professor Amon Murwira. The Zimbabwean Foreign […]
- Areas identified along ECD, EBD to open plazas for small businesses – As Govt moves to regulate roadside vendingby GTIMES on March 25, 2026
As the government moves to regulate street vending along the country’s roadways, it plans to open plazas for small businesses along the East Coast and East Bank of Demerara (ECD). This is according to President Dr Irfaan Ali, who said on Monday, that “we have to build a more orderly system of growth and development.” The post Areas identified along […]







