Oct 17, 2025
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New airport, eco-tourism projects part of push to diversify economy
The government will soon invite expressions of interest (EOIs) for 11 new tourism projects across several regions as part of efforts to develop a world-class…
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Ruminant industry set for growth through genetic upgrades, pasture development
The local ruminant industry is poised for major growth, with Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha outlining plans to boost livestock production, improve genetics, and modernise farming…
Gas monetisation remains priority, says Jagdeo
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has made it clear that the government has not taken any options off the table with regards to the monetisation…
Dr. Jagdeo: Full investigation coming into Gold Board, customs officials linked to Mohameds’ smuggling, tax evasion scheme
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has announced that a full-fledged investigation will be launched into the alleged network of…
Father calls for accountability after son allegedly struck by police vehicle
Three months after 19-year-old Orandi Welcome Jnr was allegedly struck by a police vehicle in New Amsterdam, his family is demanding accountability from the cops…
Jagdeo dismisses GHRA claims of partisan control over constitutional reform
Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo on Wednesday dismissed claims by the Guyana Human Rights Association (GHRA) that the ongoing constitutional reform process is being “partisanly…
Jagdeo rejects claims of PPP collaboration with APNU, WIN in regional elections
Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo on Wednesday rejected any formal or informal collaboration between the ruling People’s Progressive Party (PPP) and either the opposition A…
Fenton Budhram admitted to the Bar
The legal community in Guyana expanded on Thursday with the admission of Fenton Jonathan Budhram to practice as an Attorney-at-Law before the courts of Guyana.…
Empowering and inspiring: QC girls celebrate 50 years of impact
Guyana’s top high school, Queen’s College, continues to produce girls who are inspiring positive change — not only within the institution but across the country.…
Justice Arif Bulkan sworn in as CCJ Judge
Justice Arif Bulkan was sworn in as a judge of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) at a ceremony at the Office of the President,…
Thirty-one officers commissioned into service
Thirty-one officers were on Wednesday commissioned into service after receiving their badges of rank from President and Commander-in-Chief, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, during a parade…
Young generation urged to seize opportunities in agriculture
The private sector is calling on young people to embrace opportunities in agriculture and support the country’s push for national food security. Speaking on the…
EPA partners with e-Magic to drive digital transformation in environmental management
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Guyana has partnered with e-Magic Inc. to advance its digital transformation through the adoption of digital twin technology and…
Significant improvements at poultry processing facility following clean-up order
A poultry processing facility has shown marked improvements in sanitation following a seven-day Clean-Up Order issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) after an inspection…
Minister Sukhai urges timely completion of Cotton Field Secondary
Minister within the Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development, Pauline Sukhai, on Wednesday conducted an inspection of the new Cotton Field Secondary School construction…
Banks urged to adopt simplified account setup as government pushes ease of business reforms
The banking and financial sectors have been encouraged to work towards supporting the Government’s agenda of improving the ease of doing business in Guyana, particularly…