May 20, 2025
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Man dies in jet ski collision at Splashmin Fun Park
Joseph Sahadeo, a 58-year-old resident of Grant Ville Park, BV, East Coast Demerara, died on Sunday after a jet ski collision at Splashmin Fun Park…
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Labour shortage, inadequate skillsets major hindrance to private sector
Even as Guyana forges ahead with significant advances in its nascent oil and gas sector, labour shortages and inadequate skillsets remain a major concern for…
Young motorcyclist dies in Charity Road accident
A tragic accident today claimed the life of 30-year-old motorcyclist Troy Singh on the public road at Charity, Essequibo Coast. Police reports indicate that the…
Govt touts investments in Indigenous communities
President Dr. Irfaan Ali today said the government has made “significant strides” in advancing the cause of Guyana’s Indigenous peoples through robust investments, particularly in…
Homeownership made significantly easier
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has instructed that the New Building Society (NBS) mortgage lending limit be increased from $20M to $30M, while maintaining a low…
Bright future ahead for workers, says president
The government will continue to uphold the rights and improve the social and economic conditions of local workers, President Dr. Irfaan Ali affirmed. The president…
Two dead in early morning crash on Soesdyke-Linden Highway
Two men lost their lives early this morning in a tragic accident on the Soesdyke-Linden Highway, in the vicinity of Adventure. According to a police…
FAO drives cooperatives’ role in regional development
The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO), in collaboration with Cooperatives of the Americas—the regional branch of the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA)—and…
House approves Advanced Passenger Information Bill targeting transnational crime
The National Assembly on Friday passed the Advanced Passenger Information and Passenger Name Record (APIPNR) Bill, establishing a central database to enable CARICOM member states…
Dr Shashi Tharoor among Indian MPs to visit Guyana
Indian Member of Parliament Dr. Shashi Tharoor is set to visit Guyana on 24 May 2025. He will lead a cross-party Indian delegation as part…
Guyana eyes £46M in climate finance through enhanced forest monitoring project
Guyana is poised to potentially mobilise an estimated £46 million in climate finance through a new project aimed at strengthening its Monitoring, Reporting and Verification…
Monitor your blood pressure: Hypertension is a ’silent killer’
See below full message from the Health Minister, Dr Frank Anthony On the occasion of World Hypertension Day, we join the World Health Organization (WHO)…
Inhale unity, exhale stress: Series of activities to mark International Day of Yoga
A calendar of events is currently being developed as part of preparations for the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Yoga, which will be…
India ready to consider any request from GECOM for support
India is willing to consider any requests from the Government of Guyana for support to the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) ahead of the General and…
Guyana takes collaborative approach in tackling suicide prevention
Health Minister, Dr. Frank Anthony, has hailed Guyana’s collaborative approach in tackling mental health issues, including suicide. Guyana was recorded as having the highest suicide…
India affirms support for Guyana in border controversy
India has reiterated its support for Guyana in its ongoing border controversy with neighbouring Venezuela, emphasising respect for the international legal process and the country's…
Strong community key to advancing women leaders
A thriving community or network of women is an important component in building the foundation of an inclusive society, said Michelle Nicholas and Lyndell Danzie-Black,…
Commonwealth short story prize winner keen on giving back to Guyana
Guyanese creative writer Subraj Singh is eager to make his contribution to the literary landscape of Guyana on completion of his studies. The 32-year-old was…