May 23, 2026
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1,600 drivers to explain how they obtained their licences
Approximately 1,600 letters are being prepared for dispatch to drivers across Guyana as the government moves to intensify scrutiny into the issuance of driver’s licences,…
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Edghill says govt open to dialogue but rejects unilateral fare increases
The government on Saturday said it remains open to dialogue with minibus operators over fare concerns, while cautioning against unilateral increases and arguing that it…
AI to drive modern policing, security systems, says President Ali
President Dr Irfaan Ali said on Friday that Guyana is building a people-centred, technology-driven national security architecture that will rely heavily on artificial intelligence, predictive…
Moore confident ahead of Independence Table Tennis Tournament
Rising star Malachi Moore is aiming to make an impact at the 60th Independence Table Tennis Tournament, which begins tonight at the National Gymnasium, saying…
Elderly Mahaicony woman loses home to fire
A 67-year-old pensioner has been left homeless after a fire destroyed her two-storey wooden and concrete home at Wash Clothes, Mahaicony, on Wednesday afternoon, wiping…
Indian nationals take grievances to Labour Ministry
Indian nationals employed with EKAA HRIM Mining in Batavia, Region Seven, staged a protest outside the Ministry of Labour on Thursday, alleging exploitation, unpaid wages…
Nascimento warns Venezuela must never be taken for granted
Communications specialist and political commentator Kit Nascimento says Guyana must take nothing for granted and remain alert and prepared to defend the resource-rich Essequibo, which…
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…
Minibus protest disrupts routes as drivers push for fare hikes
Minibus operators on Monday staged a protest at Cuffy Square, disrupting several transport routes as they renewed calls for higher fares, arguing that the current…
Veteran fisherman takes break after near-death experience at sea
For veteran West Coast Berbice boat captain Ganesh, Tuesday’s terrifying ordeal at sea is one he says will remain with him for the rest of…
ILO specialist urges stronger workforce planning as healthcare, construction sectors hardest hit by labour shortages
Stronger workforce planning and more effective labour market data systems are needed to address skills shortages that could constrain Guyana’s rapid economic expansion, a labour…
Father, 4-year-old son die after speeding car plunges into canal
A tragic accident along the Lesbeholden Public Road, Black Bush Polder, on Wednesday afternoon claimed the lives of a father and his young son after…
Nandlall says ordinary citizens fronting political cases not exempt from costs
Attorney General Anil Nandlall has announced the government’s intention to pursue costs in the Forward Movement Guyana (FMG) failed ballot exclusion case, cautioning that ordinary…
High Court registrar testifies in election fraud case on custody of SOPs, SORs
The High Court Registrar took the witness stand on Wednesday as the election fraud case continued at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court, where key electoral documents…
Guyana needs a Truth and Reconciliation Commission to heal old wounds, says Bissember
Diplomat and senior lecturer at the University of Guyana Neville Bissember has called for the development of a Truth and Reconciliation Commission to address past…
New AutoCAD laboratory expands vocational training for Region Five students
The commissioning of a new AutoCAD laboratory at Bygeval Secondary School is expected to expand technical and vocational education opportunities for students across several communities…
Jagdeo: Sustainable jobs for Amerindian communities top priority
Creating sustainable employment opportunities for Amerindian communities remains a top government priority, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo told village leaders from across Region Two during an…
Region Two outreach delivers on-the-spot solutions; some matters deferred
Housing, land disputes, drainage, employment and public assistance were among the key concerns raised by residents during a government outreach led by Vice President Bharrat…