May 11, 2026
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Rodríguez pushes negotiation on Guyana’s non-negotiable Essequibo region
Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez on Monday called for dialogue with Guyana, insisting that negotiations between the two countries remain the only path to resolving…
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Children, young women remain most affected by sexual violence, Husbands says
Children and young women remain the groups most affected by sexual violence in Guyana, with authorities recording an average of about 1,200 cases annually over…
From stay-at-home mom to solar trainee: GUYSOL Programme lights the way for women in renewable energy
Across Guyana, women are stepping into new opportunities in the renewable energy sector, gaining practical skills, confidence, and career pathways through the Guyana Utility Scale…
Two Canje families homeless after fire allegedly started by unattended child playing with matches
A devastating fire at Lot 98 and 99, Sheet Anchor, East Canje, Berbice, has left two families homeless after a blaze allegedly started by a…
Money changer robbed; bystander shot in leg by motorcycle bandit
A brazen robbery under arms at the busy intersection of America and Longden Streets, Georgetown, on Friday evening left a bystander injured and prompted a…
A century-old farm blossoms into a welcoming tourism experience
For generations, the land at Singh’s Farm, Canal No. 1, Region Three, has provided more than crops — it has preserved a legacy.Today, farmer Jeyaram…
US$27.3M battery storage contract signed to strengthen national grid stability
Guyana signed a US$27.3 million contract on Friday with PowerChina International Group Limited for the development of a 60 MWh/30 MW Battery Energy Storage…
Professor Sands warns: Overturning 1899 award could destabilise global borders
Overturning the 1899 Arbitral Award that settled the Guyana-Venezuela border dispute would threaten the stability of international boundaries worldwide and “rekindle the embers of dead…
Student expelled, teacher placed on leave after violent confrontation at Tuschen Secondary
A student involved in a violent confrontation at Tuschen Secondary School has been expelled and taken into police custody, while a teacher allegedly linked to…
Efforts intensify to resume direct air link between Guyana and Brazil
Efforts are intensifying to restore direct air links between Guyana and Brazil, a move that could significantly enhance trade, investment and regional connectivity between the…
Court of Appeal overturns ruling against ExxonMobil, EPA in environmental case
The Court of Appeal on Thursday unanimously ruled in favour of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and ExxonMobil Guyana Limited, overturning a 2023 High Court…
New wing commissioned at Sophia Primary to ease overcrowding
Students of Sophia Primary School are now benefiting from an expanded and upgraded learning environment following the commissioning of a new school wing aimed…
Lampkin gets 25 years for fatal stabbing of Kevin Serraphin
Keno Lampkin, also known as “Cuz,” was on Wednesday sentenced to 25 years in prison for manslaughter after fatally stabbing Kevin Serraphin during a violent…
Venezuela tells ICJ judges it does not recognise the court’s authority, wants out-of-court settlement
Venezuela on Wednesday told judges at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) that it does not recognise the court’s authority to hear its long-standing…
Heritage, culture and cuisine celebrated at Sanskriti in Palmyra
The Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha (GHDS) on Tuesday staged its signature cultural event, Sanskriti, at the Indian Arrival Monument in Palmyra, Berbice, to mark 188…
GDF patrol targeted twice on Tuesday; no injuries reported
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) has confirmed that one of its patrols encountered hostile fire twice on Tuesday afternoon while conducting border security operations…
Tassa, dance and tradition light up Indian Arrival Day commemoration at Highbury
Pride in culture and tradition was evident at Highbury, East Bank Berbice, Region Six, where a large crowd gathered for a cultural programme hosted by…
Easier and safer commute for school children, farmers of Kariako Village
Residents of Kariako Village, Region One in the Barama River, are celebrating a major community development with the arrival of their first-ever transport service. The…