Nov 11, 2025
2 min read
Port Mourant set to transform into college town
The Port Mourant, Berbice campus of the Guyana Technical Training College Inc. is set to transform the community into a “college town,” according to its…
News
President Ali urges unified global action to tackle environmental crisis
President Dr Irfaan Ali has warned that divisions among global actors are undermining a unified international response to the escalating environmental crisis threatening the planet.…
Reckless motorists, operators to face penalties for damaging state property
Public Works Minister Bishop Juan Edghill has issued a stern warning to motorists and operators of heavy-duty equipment, declaring that anyone who damages government property…
Overcoming grief and other battles: Husband and wife set to graduate from UG
In a touching story of dedication and partnership, Berbicians Nicholas and Raveena Ackree will be celebrating a significant milestone when they graduate on December 6th…
Toddler drowns in Queenstown trench
Tragedy struck Queenstown Village, Essequibo Coast, on Monday when a one-year-nine-month-old boy, identified as Devon Walker, drowned in a trench near his home around 17:30…
Black Bush pump station to be completed by year-end
An $800 million irrigation pump station in Black Bush Polder, Region Six, is expected to be completed by the end of this year, the government…
Guyana part of planet’s newest oil frontier
Off Brazil’s northeastern coast, where the sediment-heavy water of the vast Amazon River tips out into the Atlantic, are two very different types of treasure.…
$300 per bag to be paid directly to rice farmers, says Minister Mustapha
Payment for the government’s support to rice farmers for the second crop will be made directly to farmers, rather than through millers, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar…
Over 100 courses launched to upskill public servants
The government has launched a national online learning platform offering more than 100 certified courses for public servants, in a move aimed at modernising training…
Guyana, Brazil and Argentina lead next wave of non-OPEC oil production
Oil from offshore Brazil, Guyana, Suriname, and Argentina’s Vaca Muerta shale play will be key sources of cost-competitive non-OPEC oil supply through 2030, Rystad Energy…
Over 100 courses launched to upskill public servants
The government has launched a national online learning platform offering more than 100 certified courses for public servants, in a move aimed at modernising training…
NIS, public service to be fully digitised within months
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Monday issued firm directives to accelerate Guyana’s National Digitalisation Programme, setting strict deadlines for two key ministries to deliver.…
Security guard dies after fall from roof
A 48-year-old security chief died on Sunday after falling from the roof of a building at Good Hope, East Coast Demerara, police said. The deceased,…
Glasgow, Fernandes honoured at NSC Awards
Omari Glasgow and Nicolette Fernandes captured the nation’s highest sporting honours, claiming the Senior Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year awards for 2024 at the…
Diplomatic note, arrest warrants for Mohameds presented in court
Extradition proceedings against prominent gold dealers, Nazar Mohamed and his son, Azruddin Mohamed, continued on Monday before Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman at the Georgetown Magistrates’…
Mangal, Deo cop titles at Banks Beer Cup Golf tournament
The Lusignan Golf Club came alive on Sunday as it hosted the highly anticipated Banks Beer Cup Golf Tournament, attracting 52 passionate golfers from across…