Oct 29, 2025
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Huawei opens first eKit retail and distribution hub in Guyana
Guyana has officially joined Huawei’s global eKit initiative with the launch of its first authorised retail and distribution hub at the Royal International Hotel and…
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Walrond slams false claims on E-ID cards, says system ensures national security
Home Affairs Minister Oneidge Walrond has dismissed social media claims that the government’s new Electronic Identification (E-ID) Card is designed to regularise illegal migrants. She…
Kitty man dies in suspected bee attack at Enterprise backlands
A 67-year-old man, Lennox Luke, called “Mikey”, of Kitty, Georgetown, died today after he was reportedly attacked by a swarm of bees while cleaning land…
Club launched at Stella Maris Primary to promote peace and unity
The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC), in partnership with the Ministry of Education, today launched the first-ever Harmony Club at Stella Maris Primary School, an initiative…
Biotechnology lab to boost crop production fiftyfold
Guyana's first biotechnology plant tissue culture laboratory has been launched, marking a major step in the country’s drive toward modern, science-based agriculture. The $450 million…
Centre launched to boost women- and farmer-led enterprises
Women and farmers across Guyana are set to benefit from expanded opportunities for training and business development following the launch of the Georgetown Chamber of…
Guyanese entrepreneurs win top honours at BizX 2025 Awards
Two leading Guyanese entrepreneurs coached by ActionCOACH Guyana have received international recognition at the prestigious BizX 2025 Awards, held from October 26–28 in Houston, Texas.…
Victims of gas station explosion recovering
The persons hospitalised in Sunday night’s explosion at the Mobil Service Station on Regent and King Streets, Georgetown, are recovering, Home Affairs Minister Oneidge Walrond…
Tanzid’s 61 in vain as West Indies seal T20I series win
West Indies 149 for 9 (Hope 55, Athanaze 52, Mustafizur 3-21) beat Bangladesh 135 for 8 (Tanzid 61, Hosein 3-22, Shepherd 3-39) by 14 runs…
NSC sports awards set for November 8
The National Sports Commission (NSC) on November 8 will host its Annual National Sports Awards, honouring Guyana’s top athletes, coaches, and officials for their achievements…
T&T: Retired military head says Venezuela won’t attack T&T
As anxieties grow over Venezuela’s decision to declare Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar persona non grata to that country, end its gas agreements with T&T and…
All immigrants to be registered or face deportation
The authorities will begin registering all unregistered immigrants within weeks, and those who fail to comply will face deportation. “Within the next three or four…
Death Penalty to be pursued after Venezuelan confesses to Mobil Service Station explosion
Authorities will seek the death penalty against Venezuelan national Daniel Alexander Ramirez Peodomo, who has confessed to causing Sunday’s deadly explosion at the Mobil Fuel…
Police probe possible network behind Regent Street bombing
Investigators are working to determine whether Sunday’s deadly explosion at the Mobil Service Station on Regent Street was part of a wider plot, following the…
Parag pushes contractor to speed up work on Northwest Secondary dorm to dorms
The contractor responsible for the Northwest Secondary School dormitory expansion in Region One has been urged to increase manpower and extend working hours to meet…
Guyana sets sights on becoming biomedical and life sciences hub
Guyana is taking steps to transform itself into a biomedical and life sciences hub, Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony said, outlining the government’s long-term vision…