Mar 21, 2025
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Jetblue expands service with second daily flight between Georgetown and New York
JetBlue Airways will introduce a second daily flight between Georgetown (GEO) and New York (JFK), effective 12 June 2025, the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA)…
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Bright socks, big message as Guyana observes World Down Syndrome Day
Senior government officials joined in the observance of World Down Syndrome Day, marked on 21 March each year, supporting this year’s theme: “Improve Our Support…
Guyana’s sovereignty non-negotiable, says President Ali
President Dr Irfaan Ali has declared that Guyana will not be negotiating its sovereignty, as it is prepared to defend every inch of its territory…
No elections meeting in Essequibo by Venezuela, toshaos confirm
The National Toshaos Council (NTC) has strongly rejected claims by Diosdado Cabello, General Secretary of the United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV), that Venezuela has…
Chief Education Officer apologises for “insensitive” textbook materials
The Ministry of Education’s Chief Education Officer (CEO), Saddam Hussain, has issued an apology for insensitive content found in the textbook Guyanese in the World…
New era for TVET in Guyana
The newly expanded and rehabilitated $225 million Beterverwagting Practical Instruction Centre (BVPIC) was officially commissioned on Thursday, marking a significant step in Guyana’s efforts to…
US Secretary of State to visit Guyana next week
Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel next week to the Caribbean, where he will meet with several leaders as part of a three-nation tour,…
Police Force welcomes 65 new ranks
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) on Thursday welcomed 65 new recruits who successfully graduated from the Guyana Police Force Academy’s Initial Training Programme. The graduation…
Any physical aggression from Venezuela will be ’dealt with appropriately
Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo on Thursday said the government is taking steps to safeguard the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity as tensions with Venezuela…
Think beyond traditional markets, Dr Ramsaroop tells investors
Chief Investment Officer and Agency Head of the Guyana Office for Investment, Dr Peter Ramsaroop, has emphasised the country’s evolving economic landscape and the increasing…
Guyana strengthens equality efforts with gender budgeting
Guyana has introduced gender-responsive budgeting as a means of fostering gender equality, according to Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Human Services and Social…
Guyana’s oil economy remains key driver of regional growth
Guyana’s lucrative oil economy will continue to be a major contributor to regional economic growth, even as the country’s expansion is projected to slow this…
Track record, credibility key in upcoming elections, says Jagdeo
Guyana’s Vice President (VP) and General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, said that this year’s election campaign will focus on…
Jagdeo: Govt not involved in ‘Melly Mel’ detention, opposition seems anti-Trump
Vice President (VP) and General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, has reiterated that the government had no involvement in the…
MV Kanawan to resume operations soon
Public Infrastructure Minister Juan Edghill has assured truckers that the MV Kanawan, which typically operates between Parika and Supenaam, will soon resume service. The truckers,…
Dr Gonsalves: Guyana-Venezuela border controversy ‘delicate’ and ‘challenging’
Prime Minister of St Vincent and the Grenadines, Dr Ralph Gonsalves, has described the border controversy between Guyana and Venezuela as both “delicate” and “challenging.”…
Edghill: CJIA expansion project on track for April deadline
The expansion of the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) is on track for completion no later than April 20th, according to Public Works Minister, Bishop…
Major $665M expansion for St. Stanislaus College
The Government of Guyana has launched a $665 million expansion project at St. Stanislaus College to enhance the school’s infrastructure and learning environment. The initiative,…