Jul 28, 2025
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From doubles to construction: Trini entrepreneurs ‘cashing in’ on Guyana’s economic boom
On East Grove Main Road, a busy stretch in Georgetown, Guyana, a doubles shed stands at the roadside. Overlooking the small tent is a MovieTowne…
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Tannery to get electricity for the first time
Tannery, a village tucked away in New Amsterdam, Berbice, under the jurisdiction of the New Amsterdam Mayor and Town Council, was once described as swampy,…
APNU says will engage Exxon on PSA in first 100 days in government
The A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) is prepared to seek greater benefits for Guyanese regarding the oil and gas sector. Presidential Candidate Aubrey Norton…
Photo of Akawaio child earns Jasia Cornelius top spot in national contest
Jasia Cornelius has emerged as the winner of the highly anticipated Snap and Share 59 Photography Competition, cementing her place among Guyana’s most talented up-and-coming…
APNU touts skills training to tackle youth crime
The A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) has blamed a significant portion of youth crime on the inability of young people to generate wealth due…
Regional health experts tackle emerging public health threats
The spotlight is on regional health security as Guyana plays host to a high-level workshop aimed at strengthening the Caribbean’s response to emerging public health…
Four Guyanese students awarded scholarships to study in China
Natural Resources Minister, Vickram Bharrat on Monday extended heartfelt congratulations to four exceptional Guyanese students who have been awarded full scholarships to pursue Bachelor’s degrees…
Coaches Complete CONCACAF C License Programme
The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) has achieved a significant milestone in its efforts to enhance local football standards by honouring 12 coaches who have completed…
Guyana hands over new residence to CARICOM Secretary-General
Guyana has handed over a new official residence to CARICOM Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett, ending a decades-long reliance on rented accommodation. President Irfaan Ali presented…
Karisparu Airstrip rebuilt for safer, cheaper travel
Air travel to the Amerindian village of Karisparu in Region Eight is now safer and more dependable following a $314.4 million upgrade to the community’s…
Great escape: Superb India defy England to keep series alive
India 358 (Sudharsan 61; Stokes 5-72) & 425-4 (Jadeja 107*, Gill 103, Sundar 101*) England 669 (Root 150, Stokes 141; Jadeja 4-134) India pulled off…
Gaskin says APNU+AFC drug bond deal was ’scampish’, early salary hike imprudent
Former Business Minister Dominic Gaskin has described the APNU+AFC coalition government’s rental of a house as a drug bond for $12.5 million per month as…
Medical school, engineering faculty on card for Region Two
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has unveiled an ambitious development agenda for Region Two, announcing the establishment of a medical school and a faculty of…
Dialysis centre to be established in Region Two
A dialysis centre will be established in Region Two to bring significant relief to patients on the Essequibo Coast, President Ali announced today. Addressing thousands…
Cheaper gas, electricity for Guyanese households if re-elected, says vice president
Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has assured residents of Region Two that the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) remains committed to improving lives across Guyana. Outlining…
Digital payment system, transportation grant for pensioners
Senior citizens are set to benefit from a major digital upgrade as the government prepares to launch an electronic payment system aimed at improving the…