Feb 9, 2026
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$25.4B spent on renewable energy, 4,500 jobs created
Over the past five years, $25.4 billion has been invested in renewable energy, increasing capacity from 5.35 MW to 37.23 MW and creating more than…
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Pakistan withdraw boycott of India match at T20 World Cup
The ten-day standoff over Pakistan's refusal to play India in their scheduled 2026 T20 World Cup group fixture ended in an evening of frenzied press…
Police investigating beating of victim by assailant inside police compound
Police are investigating an incident in which a man was beaten by an assailant inside the compound of the Parika Police Station early Sunday, authorities…
India-Pakistan: Hope builds that February 15 fixture will go ahead
There is cautious but growing optimism that discussions between the ICC and PCB might bear fruit, and that the India-Pakistan group game at the 2026…
Minister Ally hails India-backed ITEC programme as driver of capacity building
Public Service, Government Efficiency and Implementation Minister, Zulfikar Ally, on Sunday described India’s Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Programme as a key contributor to capacity…
$1M fine, jail term for drone violations, aviation authority warns
The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) on Sunday warned that drone operators who violate national regulations could face fines of up to $1 million…
High-speed chase ends in arrests, cocaine seizure
Two men, Shaquille Gordon and Ravindranauth Persaud, were arrested on Saturday after a Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) operation recovered suspected cocaine, authorities said. Gordon, driving…
Cook in custody in connection with miner’s death
John José Marciano, a 55-year-old gold miner from One Mile, Wismar, Linden, was found dead at his mining camp at 14 Miles Issano, Middle Mazaruni…
77 Cubans screened in trafficking-in-persons investigation
Police have screened 77 Cuban nationals, including men and women, during a joint exercise targeting suspected trafficking in persons (TIP) activities. The operation took place…
Major Douglas becomes first serving regular GDF officer to earn PhD
Major Dr Sven Douglas, a serving officer of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF), has earned a Doctor of Philosophy in Management from Texila American University.…
Linden’s Bayroc Stadium opens, boosting sports and economy
The Bayroc Track and Field Stadium at Wismar, Linden, opened with much fanfare on Saturday, marking a significant investment in sports infrastructure intended to support…
Suryakumar’s 84* helps India overcome USA scare
The shortest official format of the game, T20, turns out to be long enough to build someone up and then break their hearts. USA were…
Legislative overhaul targets investment climate and market confidence
More than 40 bills and regulations will be introduced in Guyana’s National Assembly as the government moves to modernise the country’s legal and regulatory framework,…
Much support for vulnerable, families and youth, says Teixeira
Budget 2026 is designed to shield the most vulnerable, strengthen families, support workers and expand opportunities for young people. This is according to Minister of…
Finance Minister: 58 per cent poverty rate occurred during APNU-AFC period in government
Finance Minister Ashni Singh on Friday said opposition claims that 58 per cent of the population lives in poverty are based on data from a…
GMR&SC greenlights South Dakota upgrades ahead of GT challenge
The Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC) is set to transform the South Dakota Circuit into a world-class racing venue. President Mahendra Boodhoo officially…