Aug 29, 2026
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New bond scheme to channel diaspora funds into development projects
The government of Guyana will launch a diaspora bond within a week to raise funds from citizens living abroad for public infrastructure projects, President Mohamed…
Politics
WIN, APNU take six days to announce more talks about talks
Six days after promising a joint statement on their meeting, WIN and APNU have revealed that they are considering appointing a team,to develop guidelines for…
Teixeira says top diplomats’ comments ’regrettable’, announces June 5 parliamentary sitting
Government Chief Whip and Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Gail Teixeira has criticised comments from members of the diplomatic corps in Guyana regarding parliamentary sittings, saying…
New regional executive officers appointed
President Dr Irfaan Ali has approved the appointment of Regional Executive Officers (REOs) across all administrative regions of Guyana. The appointments form part of ongoing…
US EXIM signals new investment push with letter of interest for deep-water ports
A letter of interest for the development of deep-water ports has been issued, signalling new opportunities for expanded cooperation between Guyana and the United States…
Finance Minister: Suriname River charges ’unfortunate’ and ’most regrettable’, could affect cross-border trade
Senior Minister in the Office of the President with responsibility for Finance Dr Ashni Singh described Suriname’s reported decision to impose charges on the Corentyne…
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…
CCJ interim stay: Forde welcomes ruling, Nandlall maintains appeal unlikely to succeed
The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) has set April 21, 2026, to hear the application for special leave to appeal filed by the Mohameds, with…
Data-driven strategies central to crime-fighting, says president
As Guyana advances modernisation through technology and digitalisation, President Dr. Irfaan Ali has emphasised the importance of data-driven approaches in crime prevention strategies. The president…
Insufficient financing, weak political action hindering fight against hunger, Minister Mustapha tells FAO conference
Inadequate political intervention and insufficient financing remain major obstacles to combating hunger and improving food security in the Caribbean and Latin America, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar…
Vice President Jagdeo joins world leaders at global AI summit
Guyana is positioning itself in the global artificial intelligence race, as Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo participates in the India AI Impact Summit, a major forum…
House approves $1.558 trillion budget
Parliament on Friday approved the 2026 National Budget, totalling $1.558 trillion, after Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance, Dr.…
Parliament clears $18.8 billion from Contingency Fund for key projects, initiatives
Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance, Dr. Ashni Singh, secured parliamentary approval on Friday for Financial Paper Number 2…
Minister Teixeira: GTTC funds primarily for programme development, not instructor salaries
Minister of Governance and Parliamentary Affairs Gail Teixeira on Monday said a $78 million allocation to the Guyana Technical Training College (GTTC) is primarily for…
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…
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,…