Apr 12, 2025
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US$285M Berbice port project to create 1,000 jobs
Work will soon commence on a US$285 million port project in East Berbice-Corentyne that is expected to create 1,000 new jobs, President Dr Irfaan Ali…
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RSS gets down to work on Linden fatal shootings
Investigators from the Regional Security System (RSS) today visited the mining town of Linden to continue investigations into the fatal shootings of Ronaldo Peters and…
Construction of Parika International port to begin before July
Construction of the first phase of transforming the Parika Stelling into an international port facility is expected to begin before July, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan…
We Lift elevating women in business
From homemade breads and pastries to locally written books and handcrafted jewellery, women entrepreneurs are taking centre stage this weekend at the National Aquatic Centre…
Guyana Pandits Mission extends Hanuman Jayanti greetings
See below full statement On this holy observance of Sri Hanumaan Jayanti, the Guyana Pandits Mission extends heartfelt wishes to all Hindus, and indeed all…
Starlink brings “high-speed, low-latency” internet service to Guyana
Starlink, the satellite internet service operated by Elon Musk, owner of Tesla and X (formerly Twitter), has commenced operations in Guyana, promising “high-speed, low-latency” internet…
Entrepreneurs urged to explore opportunities in O&G support sectors
Guyanese entrepreneurs are being urged to ‘think outside the box’ and explore business opportunities in oil and gas-related sectors. The call was made by Dominique…
Motorcyclist dies in collision on Nappi Trail Road
A 31-year-old motorcyclist, Hamlette Henrico of Nappi Village, tragically lost his life on Thursday evening following a collision along the Nappi Trail Road in Central…
Driver dies in Linden–Mabura Road accident
A 25-year-old man, identified as Mervin Williams, died on Friday in an accident along the ungazetted Linden–Mabura Road. According to a police report, Williams, the…
Private sector hails swift response to foreign exchange market hiccups
The Private Sector Commission (PSC) has welcomed the government’s injection of US$100 million into the foreign exchange market, calling it a timely and proactive move.…
US medical team performed close to 500 surgeries, including life- changing operation
The United States (US) Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team (LAMAT) 2025 has concluded a two-week mission in Guyana, providing critical medical services to over 1,700…
$2B to aid farmers to cushion input costs
Farmers across Guyana are set to benefit from a $2 billion fertiliser subsidy, as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance the agriculture sector…
Tourism Minister swats claims by fashion designer
Tourism, Industry and Commerce Minister Oneidge Walrond has rejected claims by US-based fashion designer Marrisa Wilson that the inaugural ORIGINS: Guyana Fashion Festival is based…
Woman dies in boat accident
A woman has reportedly died following a river mishap that occurred on Friday near De Veldt Village on the Berbice River. Police say the deceased…
Maimi University students to do stint at Iwokrama
The Iwokrama International Centre for Rain Forest Conservation will be accepting graduate students from Miami University, Ohio, USA, later this year through the Earth Expeditions…
Sawmills in proximity to Linden fire urged to temporarily cease operations
The Home Affairs Ministry and the Guyana Fire Service are urging sawmill operators in close proximity to the Waaldijk Sawmill at Amelia’s Ward, Linden, to…
From hope to home: Families celebrate house lot allocations
Stacy Burnette today walked out of the Arthur Chung Convention Centre all smiles, knowing that her dream of becoming a homeowner is closer to reality.…
Hope-like D&I structure for Canal Numbers 1 and 2
More than 9,800 acres of farmland between Canal Number 1 and Canal Number 2 Polders, West Bank of Demerara (WBD), will be serviced through the…