Sep 25, 2026
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Young Lethem scholar Rennata Nickram admitted to Bar
Rennata Nickram, a Lethem native who left home after Grade Six on a Hinterland Scholarship, was admitted to the Bar of Guyana on Friday and…
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Government moves to tighten acquisition of citizenship, regulate non-citizen land ownership
The Government is reviewing the country's immigration and citizenship laws, with plans for greater scrutiny over citizenship grants and new regulation of land and property…
AI cannot replace Guyanese welcome, Indigenous guides and artisans, says THAG president
Technology must enhance humanity, not replace it, Tourism & Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) President Mitra Ramkumar said in a World Tourism Day 2026 message,…
Brisport-Luke lands second gold at South American Powerlifting Championships
Franklyn Brisport-Luke struck gold again on Thursday, adding a second title just days apart at the 2026 South American Powerlifting Championships (FESUPO 2026) and lifting…
GuyExpo 2026 launched, opening new doors of opportunity for local businesses
Local businesses stand to gain fresh momentum as GuyExpo 2026 was launched on Thursday, promising new markets, partnerships and growth for the private sector. Tourism,…
GuyExpo Launch: Khan urges greater consumer support for local goods
The Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA) has appealed for greater consumer support of locally manufactured goods, stressing that local business growth depends on demand…
Warriors gave their all, no complacency in camp, says Tahir
Guyana Amazon Warriors captain Imran Tahir insists his side never got complacent, despite crashing out of the 2026 Caribbean Premier League at the final-qualifier stage…
Teen drowns while crossing Siparuni River
A 16-year-old miner has drowned in the Siparuni River, Region Eight, police say. Bentley Joseph Jnr., of Circuitville, Yarrowkabra, Soesdyke-Linden Highway, died on September 20…
VAMED case: Health Ministry cleared to take possession of hospital sites
The Full Court has set aside five preservation orders against the State in a legal dispute involving VAMED Engineering GmbH, clearing the way for the…
Vickery survives scare to reach tennis semi-finals at South American Games
Guyana's Sachia Vickery produced a determined three-set performance to advance to the semi-finals of the women's singles tennis competition at the South American Games in…
President calls for permanent Caribbean seat on UN Security Council
President Irfaan Ali has renewed calls for reform of the United Nations Security Council, arguing that Latin America and the Caribbean should have permanent representation…
GCCI wants clearer government guidance to protect local oil and gas contractors
Stronger safeguards and clearer rules are needed to ensure the benefits of Guyana's oil and gas sector are extended to local contractors, Georgetown Chamber of…
President makes case for Rodrigues-Birkett as UN chief before global leaders
President Dr Irfaan Ali has made a pitch at the United Nations for Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett to become the world body's next Secretary-General, telling the General…
Hamilton set to make history as first Guyanese at Scuola Pizza Championship
Lisa Hamilton is set to become the first Guyanese to compete in the Scuola Pizza Championship, taking place in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on September 26…
Guyana urges coordinated action to tackle global food insecurity
Making healthy diets more affordable and accessible worldwide will require coordinated action across agrifood systems and sustained investment in resilience, Guyana has told a UN…
Guyana urges Venezuela to abide by forthcoming ICJ ruling
Guyana has urged Venezuela to abide by the forthcoming International Court of Justice ruling on their border controversy, in keeping with obligations under the UN…