Sep 19, 2026
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Tonight is the night for Guyana’s Keri Duncan
Tonight, Guyana’s Keri Duncan will step onto the Miss Global International stage in Jamaica with one goal,bringing the crown home. After months of fittings, rehearsals,…
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Mahdia teen tops police recruit class
Eighteen-year-old Rosanna Thomas of Campbelltown, Mahdia, has graduated as the top student of her recruit course at the Guyana Police Force Academy. Thomas delivered the…
Less travel, lower costs: JC Chandisingh brings CAPE and university preparation closer to home for central Corentyne students
For 16-year-old Rebecca Smartt, the decision to pursue the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) was about more than continuing her education—it was about keeping her…
Fisherman granted $600,000 bail in fatal Albion stabbing
Fisherman Videsh Singh, 28, of Lot 71 Albion Front, Corentyne, Berbice, was released from prison on Wednesday after being granted bail in the sum of…
Bravo, Bishop inducted into inaugural CPL Hall of Fame
The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) confirmed its inaugural Hall of Fame class on Tuesday, inducting Dwayne Bravo and Ian Bishop at a gala…
Minister Anthony calls for stepping up of HIV surveillance at porous borders
Guyana must strengthen its surveillance and diagnosis of HIV, particularly given increased cross-border movement, Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony has said. "We need to step…
President briefs Government members of Foreign Relations Sub-Committee on border case, migrant agreement as Opposition stays away
President Irfaan Ali on Tuesday met with Government members of the Parliamentary Foreign Relations Sub-Committee after Opposition lawmakers stayed away from the meeting, citing the…
Power system cannot keep up with current demand, says President
President Dr Irfaan Ali The power system "cannot respond" to current electricity demand, President Dr Irfaan Ali said on Monday, warning that a huge investment…
Mid-Year Report: Oil output fuels 33.3 per cent growth, non-oil economy expands 10.1 per cent on services, construction
Guyana's real economy expanded by 33.3 per cent in the first half of 2026, driven largely by the first full six-month period in which four…
Development Bank set for October 5 launch as close to 60,000 bank accounts opened in past five months
October 5 has been set as the launch date for the new Development Bank, President Dr Irfaan Ali announced on Monday, as 59,951 new bank…
Indigenous healers from Guyana, Suriname and Brazil launch knowledge network
Traditional knowledge experts and healers from Guyana, Suriname and Brazil have launched a first-of-its-kind Regional Traditional Knowledge and Healers Network, following a four-day exchange at…
Free BIT training strengthens electrical skills, income prospects
Free electrical installation training is helping two Guyanese acquire certified skills they hope to use for career advancement, greater independence and additional income. Orella Trotman…
New joint venture targets technical skills growth in Guyana
A new Guyanese-led joint venture has entered the local energy market, with plans to provide specialised technical services while expanding training opportunities for Guyanese workers.…
Region Six loggers, miners eye zero-interest development bank loans
Loggers and small miners in Region Six are showing interest in accessing loans through the soon-to-be-launched Guyana Development Bank, Natural Resources Minister Vickram Bharrat has…
Mehidy Spins Warriors to Eighth CPL Win as Trinbago Bow Out
The Guyana Amazon Warriors strengthened their hold on first place in the Caribbean Premier League with a six-wicket victory over the Trinbago Knight Riders at…
Mohameds’ committal proceedings: Police say Narine destroyed personal notes, not evidence
No documents of evidential value were destroyed, as suggested by media reports, in the ongoing committal proceedings involving the Mohameds, Police clarified in a statement…
Bungalow-style homes take shape on Essequibo Coast
Forty three-bedroom, bungalow-style houses are taking shape at Onderneeming Tract A and B on the Essequibo Coast, marking the first time the Ministry of Housing…
GPL says new control centre to help restore power faster during blackouts
GPL is building a national control centre that will let it pinpoint faults, isolate affected sections of the grid and restore power to customers faster…