Mar 30, 2026
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Racer who slapped rival after track accident faces ban
The Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC) has strongly condemned a slapping incident during the final of the Supermoto race at its sanctioned ‘Kart…
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Pitamber crowned national open chess champion; Joshi retains women’s title
Candidate Master Sachin Pitamber is the 2026 National Chess Champion, while Woman Candidate Master Aditi Joshi has successfully retained her title as Women’s Chess Champion…
Linden businesses urged to tap US trade, investment opportunities
Businesses in Linden are being encouraged to explore global opportunities through trade partnerships, investment programmes and industry conferences, as part of efforts to strengthen links…
Training, STEM initiatives driving Guyana’s O&G workforce
ExxonMobil Guyana has credited investments in training and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education with strengthening the capacity of the local workforce. The company’s…
Teenager dies in Linden-Soesdyke Highway accident
A teenager lost her life in an accident on Saturday morning along the Linden-Soesdyke Highway at Moblissa, near Rubin Sawmill. Dead is 19-year-old Sarah Simon,…
Authorities target littering, prioritise prosecution of offenders
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Local Government Minister Priya Manickchand have agreed to strengthen cooperation to curb littering, with a focus on ensuring offenders…
Flooding in Region Two under control, 23 pumps deployed
Flooding across several communities in Region Two has been largely brought under control following a rapid and coordinated response by the regional administration, as monitoring…
US-donated field hospital to open in Essequibo, President Ali announces
Residents of Essequibo in Region Two will soon have access to a field hospital, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali announced, following the conclusion of the…
Public Works Ministry: Roads not municipal property, takeover within law
The Ministry of Public Works said the government’s designation of 22 roads as public roads was lawful and rejected claims by Georgetown Mayor Alfred Mentore…
Guyana, Belize deepen forest ties with new climate cooperation pact
The governments of Guyana and Belize on Friday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in the forest sector, marking a step forward…
IPED turns 40, empowering entrepreneurs with $64 billion in loans
The Institute of Private Enterprise Development (IPED) celebrated its 40th anniversary on Friday, having disbursed nearly 150,000 microloans valued at over $64 billion across 700…
Young players get back on the pitch as East Bank tournament resumes
The Grassroots Football Programme, led by Coach Devnon Winter, will resume this Saturday at 16:00hrs at the Eccles EE Ground. The initiative, part of the…
Fines, closures for businesses selling alcohol to minors
Authorities in Region Eight have warned business owners that the illegal sale of alcohol to minors and drivers could result in fines, seizure of goods,…
Special teams deployed to help hinterland residents register for cash grant
Hinterland residents who fear they will not receive the government’s $100,000 cash grant because they do not have a bank account or cannot access the…
Unity, heritage, celebration: Guyana’s Diamond Jubilee launch set for next week
The official launch of activities marking Guyana’s 60th Independence Anniversary, also known as the Diamond Jubilee, is scheduled for next Tuesday at 17:00 hrs. Government…
Suriname says operating within legal rights on river levies, invites Guyana to seek extension
Suriname’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Cooperation said it is operating within its legal rights to charge vessels for use of its waters…