Mar 6, 2026
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Drowned children: Grieving mother speaks out against wandering rumours
The mother of two children who drowned on Tuesday along the Melanie Damishana/Enterprise Access Road, East Coast Demerara, is urging the public to stop spreading…
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Minister Persaud: Women outpacing men academically, but empowerment key
Academic success must translate into real empowerment and leadership opportunities for women and girls, Human Services and Social Security Minister Dr. Vindhya Persaud said on…
Wellness hub launched to keep health ministry staff healthier
The Ministry of Health on Tuesday commissioned a new Wellness Centre at Eccles, East Bank Demerara, marking a major step toward strengthening preventive healthcare among…
Guyana disqualified from Concacaf U-20 tournament following on-field altercation
Guyana has been disqualified from further participation in the Concacaf Under-20 tournament following a ruling by the Concacaf Disciplinary Committee over a physical altercation involving…
Police probe drowning of children at Melanie/Enterprise
Police are investigating the alleged drowning of two children on Tuesday morning along the Melanie Damishana/Enterprise Access Road, East Coast Demerara. Dead are Jadon De…
Aubrey Norton, wife jailed four years for money laundering
Aubrey Norton and his wife, Martina Seepersaud, were on Monday sentenced to four years’ imprisonment each after being found guilty of money laundering in connection…
Thousands found at risk of diabetes through voucher programme
Data gathered through the national voucher programme has identified thousands of people with elevated blood sugar, cholesterol and other risk factors for diabetes, Health Minister…
Oil jumps 10 per cent on Iran conflict and could spike to US$100 a barrel, analysts say
Brent crude jumped 10 per cent to about US$80 a barrel over the counter on Sunday, oil traders said, while analysts predicted prices could climb…
Guyana calls for peace, condemns Iran attacks on Gulf states
The Government of Guyana on Saturday called for the sustained pursuit of peace and stability in the Middle East and condemned what it described as…
PAS Cargo launches Guyana’s first off-port customs facility as trade expands
PAS Cargo Guyana Inc. has launched a commercial off-port customs facility at Rome, East Bank Demerara, becoming the first private company to receive approval from…
Five detained over cheese theft
Five men were detained by police on Friday in connection with an alleged simple larceny at a supermarket on La Bonne Intention Public Road, East…
100 students join medex training to boost community healthcare
The Ministry of Health on Friday launched its largest-ever Medex Training Programme cohort, enrolling 100 students from all ten administrative regions to strengthen community healthcare…
PSC moves to address supply chain gaps, boost SMEs participation in O&G Sector
The Private Sector Commission (PSC) is working to address gaps in ExxonMobil Guyana’s supply chain and expand opportunities for local businesses as Guyana’s oil sector…
Physiotherapy seminar bridges gap between medical care and coaching
The National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Ministry of Health on Friday hosted a physiotherapy seminar for coaches at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall in…
Anna Regina Stadium nears completion, set to become regional sports hub
Near completion, the Anna Regina Stadium in Region Two is poised to become a major hub for sports and community events, offering state-of-the-art facilities that…
National Chess Championship qualifiers open on Saturday
The 2026 National Chess Championship Qualifiers will begin on Saturday at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall from 0900 hrs, the Guyana Chess Federation (GCF) said.…
Eileen Walrond recounts journey to 100
Eileen Walrond is set to celebrate her 100th birthday on Saturday, marking a milestone she says she long believed she would reach. Human Services and…
Coaches to receive injury prevention training
Forty-five participants have registered for an upcoming physiotherapy seminar for coaches, signalling strong early interest in what is being described as a first-of-its-kind initiative to…