Jan 29, 2026
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Police uncover suspected cannabis in mac and cheese boxes
Police in Regional Division Nine are investigating the discovery of 459 grams of suspected cannabis concealed in macaroni and cheese boxes during an operation in…
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Mibikuri, Chesney welcome state-of-the-art nursery schools
Two new nursery schools – one at Mibikuri in Black Bush Polder and the other at Chesney Village along the Corentyne coast – were commissioned…
CANU Lethem raid nets suspected drugs, currency and stolen motorcycles
The Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) has seized suspected drugs, uncustomed liquor, currencies, and stolen motorcycles during an intelligence-led operation in Tabatinga, Lethem. Officers recovered multiple…
GRA fires staff involved in alleged vehicle transfer with Azruddin Mohamed
The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) said it has terminated several employees and their manager after they allegedly conspired with Mr. Azruddin Mohamed to transfer a…
WTO forum: Guyana urged to prioritise diversification, international competitiveness
Former Bolivian President Jorge Quiroga has urged Guyana to prioritise long-term economic diversification and international competitiveness, cautioning against overreliance on commodity windfalls. He offered this…
GuySuCo to become agro-industrial hub
The Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuCo) is set to undergo significant mechanisation and modernisation as the government rolls out its ambitious five-year plan to transform the…
UK leaders back President Ali’s plans for biodiversity, green industries
President Dr. Irfaan Ali is receiving positive feedback as he promotes plans to develop and modernize green and biodiversity industries during a work visit to…
Five local athletes qualify for Junior CARIFTA Games
Track and field standouts Angel Jeffrey, Tesianna Harris, Onesi Dunn, Tishawn Easton, and CARIFTA medallist Javon Roberts have shattered records and secured spots on the…
Police investigating assault at Windsor Forest Park
Police are investigating an assault that occurred on Sunday at First Lady Park in Windsor Forest, West Coast Demerara, after footage of the incident circulated…
Budget 2026 opens doors for manufacturing, SMEs and agro-processing, says Region Three private sector
The 2026 National Budget creates new opportunities for manufacturing, agro-processing, logistics, and small business growth in Region Three, according to Halim Khan, head of the…
Rambarran: More cash, lower taxes, and support for small businesses in 2026 budget
Budget 2026 is designed to bolster individual development, improve quality of life, and ease ongoing cost-of-living pressures, according to economist and financial specialist Richard Rambarran.…
Chance gears up for exciting year ahead on the track
400 metres ace Arinze Chance is envisioning a great 2026 year after returning to the track in 2025. Chance, who suffered stress fractures in both…
6,500+ drivers caught in illegal third-lane violations, 585 fined
The Guyana Police Force has recorded more than 6,500 illegal third-lane violations using footage from the Safe Road Intelligent System (SRIS), authorities said on Tuesday.…
One dead, two injured in Diamond road accident
A 33-year-old man died and another person was injured in a traffic accident on Sunday night on the Diamond New Interlink Road, East Bank Demerara,…
PSC: Budget 2026 sets stage for stronger private sector growth, shared prosperity
The Private Sector Commission of Guyana (PSC) said Budget 2026 lays the foundation for stronger private sector growth and shared prosperity, with measures designed to…
THAG welcomes easing of rules to tap US$300B destination wedding market
The Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) welcomed the government’s decision to reduce the 14-day residency requirement for couples seeking to marry in the…