Jan 19, 2026
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CANU seizes 154lb of cocaine, four arrested
Four men, including one Hispanic national, were arrested on Sunday after officers from Guyana’s Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit (CANU) seized 70 kilograms (154 pounds) of cocaine…
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Unidentified woman found dead in trench
Police are investigating the discovery of the body of an unidentified woman found floating in a trench in Georgetown on Sunday, authorities said. The body,…
Phase Two of Moleson Creek–Eldorado Road moving apace
Phase Two of the Moleson Creek to Eldorado Road project is progressing apace, with thousands of acres of land set to be opened as works…
Jamaica praises GDF for Hurricane Melissa recovery work
Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness praised the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) on Friday for its professionalism and contribution to post-disaster recovery following Hurricane Melissa, describing…
Hotel boom signals Guyana’s entry into competitive tourism market
Guyana is rapidly emerging as one of the Caribbean and South America’s leading tourism destinations, buoyed by major investments in infrastructure, security and workforce development,…
Focus on job creation, investment as Budget 2026 approaches
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining an environment conducive to increased private investment, job creation, and income generation ahead of the 2026 national…
Easier health appointments, faster results with launch of Electronic Health Records
Guyana has taken an important step towards improving its healthcare system with the launch of a national Electronic Health Records (EHR) system, alongside a Health…
Nearly 200 house lots allocated in Region Two housing outreach
Nearly 200 residential house lots were allocated during a Region Two housing outreach on Friday, marking a major step in addressing housing demand along the…
GBTI launches private banking to meet growing demand for sophisticated financial services
GBTI on Friday launched private banking services, signalling growing sophistication in the financial system and confidence in the country’s economic trajectory. President Dr Mohamed Irfaan…
$120M digital X-ray system commissioned at Upper Demerara Hospital
The Upper Demerara Hospital in Region Ten commissioned a state-of-the-art digital X-ray machine on Friday, marking a significant step in the Government’s healthcare modernisation efforts.…
Mabura Health Centre, staff quarters open to boost services in Region 10 hinterland communities
The Mabura Health Centre and staff quarters in Region Ten were commissioned on Tuesday as part of the government’s efforts to expand healthcare services in…
South Dakota Circuit set for upgrades ahead of GT Challenge
The South Dakota Circuit in Guyana is set for a major upgrade after a comprehensive inspection this week aimed at preparing the facility for international…
Canadian envoy: Engagement with Guyanese leaders ’does not imply endorsement’
Canada’s High Commissioner to Guyana, Sébastien Sigouin, said on Thursday that his engagement with a wide range of political and civil society actors in the…
Work advances on Region 10 medical simulation centre
Work on the Linden, Region 10 medical simulation centre is advancing and will significantly enhance training for healthcare professionals across the region when completed. Speaking…
US$8.14M Charity solar farm brings reliable electricity to 3,500 households
More than 3,500 households on the Essequibo Coast are set to benefit from more reliable electricity following the commissioning of the US$8.14 million, 3 MWp…
85 in Region Five closer to homeownership
Homeownership in Region Two received a boost on Friday as 85 residents were formally handed land titles for house lots at Onderneeming Phase Four, part…