May 2, 2026
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GBTI reports $4.5 billion profit, driven by lending growth, digital expansion
Guyana Bank for Trade and Industry Limited (GBTI) reported an 8.2 per cent rise in annual profit and signalled a stronger push into digital banking…
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Press freedom report by Reporters Without Borders on Guyana ’deeply flawed,’ says Minister McCoy
The government has rejected a Reporters Without Borders (RSF) assessment that says press freedom has declined in the country, calling the findings “deeply flawed” and…
Workers celebrated for contributions to nation’s development
Guyana marked International Labour Day on Friday with parades in Georgetown led by the Federation of Independent Trade Unions of Guyana (FITUG) and the Guyana…
$3B aid package announced for rice farmers
A $3 billion package will be set aside to support rice farmers as global market challenges intensify, President Dr Irfaan Ali announced on Thursday. The…
Support for rice farmers amid global market shocks
President Dr Irfaan Ali has reaffirmed support for rice farmers, as Government focuses attention on lowering production costs, boosting yields and cushioning the impact of…
Denim Day observed as calls grow to challenge rape myths and stigma
Denim Day was observed on Wednesday part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, with campaigners and officials calling for greater public awareness and stronger action against…
CARICOM warns against use of community platforms to legitimise territorial claims before the ICJ
CARICOM on Tuesday affirmed that community platforms and engagements should not be used, directly or indirectly, to advance or appear to legitimise territorial claims currently…
Dr Singh returns as Region Five Chamber president amid push for business growth
Dr Amarnauth Singh has been re-elected President of the Region No. 5 Chamber of Industry and Commerce at its Annual General Meeting on Sunday, as…
Elections fraud trial: Minister Anthony takes the stand; Mohamed and Hughes engage in fiery exchange
The election fraud case continued today before acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty, with testimony from Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony and former People’s Progressive…
Proposal seeks up to 21 free days to reduce shipping costs, port bottlenecks
The government is seeking to reduce shipping costs as persistent delays at ports continue to drive up expenses for businesses. At the centre of the…
47,000 customers to be regularised as GWI advances metering drive
The Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) intends to complete nationwide metering by the first quarter of 2028 in an accelerated move to discourage wastage and water…
Guyana’s Rosanna Fung earns second place at Elite Malta bodybuilding event
Guyanese Rosanna Fung, the 2025 IFBB World Champion, has secured an impressive second-place finish at the IFBB Malta Pro Show, further strengthening her reputation as…
Govt warns threats against CANU director will not succeed, vows full force of law
A video circulating on social media that appears to contain threats against a senior anti-narcotics official is under active investigation, the Ministry of Home Affairs…
IDB Invest to ramp up private sector financing in Guyana
The investment arm of the Inter-American Development Bank, IDB Invest, is accelerating capital investments in the local private sector, highlighting attractive, scalable ventures in the…
IMF: Economy projected to grow by 16.2 per cent in 2026
Guyana’s economic rise is projected to continue this year, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) stating that the country will record exceptional growth through 2027,…
Elections fraud case: Anieshaw Mohamed cross-examined; magistrate warns disruptors
The 2020 Elections Fraud Case continued today at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court, as former People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) elections agent Anieshaw Mohamed testified in the…
Berbice taxi driver, construction worker remanded in drug trafficking case
Two Berbice men were on Monday remanded to prison after appearing before the Blairmont Magistrate’s Court on a charge of possession of narcotics for the…
Jagdeo tours Scotland skills hub, advances talks on urban development cooperation
Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has toured sustainable development and skills training programmes at Dumfries House in Scotland, as he explored expanded cooperation with The…