Apr 7, 2026
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Maritime teams secure top-three finish for Guyana in Caribbean challenge
Guyana copped third place in the latest Seaport Cooperation Project (SEACOP) Joint Maritime Control Unit (JMCU) Caribbean competition, scoring 72 out of 80, a release…
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Teen feared drowned reportedly ran out of fuel while jet skiing on lake
A 15-year-old boy who is feared drowned reportedly ran out of fuel while jet skiing on the Hot and Cold Lake, Sand Pit/Red Village, Region…
Guyana offers strategic investment gateway to Qatar
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Monday pitched Guyana as a key investment destination with strong geographic and market advantages during a phone call with…
‘15 minutes to reach home’: Father recalls chilling warning before wife strangles daughter
A warning from the children’s mother that he had 15 minutes to reach home or face regret is among the chilling details emerging from a…
Police warn: Do not fly kites near power lines or retrieve kites stuck in wires
The Guyana Police Force is urging parents, guardians, and children across the country to observe proper safety precautions while flying kites during the Easter weekend.…
Domestic dispute: Young Berbice mother allegedly suffocates daughter, attacks toddler son
The deceased, Isabella Dabadial, a student of Cooper Primary School, was reportedly suffocated by her mother, Sarah Elizabeth Shivpersaud, 26, a ten-day worker from the…
CDB approves US $50M environmental loan for Guyana
The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) has approved US$50 million in financing for Guyana through its Second Environmental Sector Policy-Based Loan (PBL), a funding package aimed…
Karasabai airstrip, terminal commissioned, unlocking economic opportunities for sub-district
A new $1.053 billion, 3,000ft by 50ft concrete airstrip with two taxiways, parking for three caravans, and navigational lights, along with an $85 million…
PSC urges proportionate response if Suriname’s Corentyne River fees are not reversed
The Private Sector Commission (PSC) has warned that a proportionate response may be necessary if Suriname does not reverse its decision to impose new…
Policeman charged with corruption offence, granted self-bail
A Guyana Police Force corporal has been charged with a corruption-related offence, authorities said. Akeem Semple, 30, of Friendship, East Coast Demerara, appeared before…
GCCI urges govt to stop Corentyne Bridge talks with Suriname over ‘unfriendly actions’
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has called on the Government to halt discussions on the proposed Corentyne River Bridge with Suriname…
Finding strength in worship: Emerging Gospel artiste Anfernee launches debut single
In a time when many are searching for hope, guidance and reassurance, emerging gospel artist Anfernee has released his debut single, “We Need You Now”…
GMR&SC returns dexterity event with obstacle courses for all classes
Registration is now open for the Dexterity and Auto Expo hosted by the Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC), set for April 11…
155 schools to gain access to clean, purified water
A national project to provide clean, purified water will benefit 155 schools across Guyana, with Regions Three and Six expected to be the first…
Local athletes arrive in Grenada for CARIFTA Games
Team Guyana has arrived in Grenada for the CARIFTA Games, slated for this weekend. The 23-member team departed this morning from the Cheddi Jagan International…
Brothers die in three-vehicle smash-up
Michel Daniels, 21, and Miguel Daniels, 23, both of Prospect, East Bank Demerara, died following a three-vehicle collision on Union Public Road, West Coast Demerara,…