Oct 27, 2025
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US$1M project to help farmers, agro-processors boost output
A US$1 million project funded by the Government of India is set to help Guyanese farmers and agro-processors through the upgrade and modernisation of the…
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Minister Parag comforts Bourne family, says best care being provided to survivors
The Ministry of Health is providing support to ensure that all injured persons from Sunday night’s incident at the Mobil fuel station on Regent and…
Home Affairs Minister visits family of child who died in gas station explosion
Home Affairs Minister Oneidge Walrond on Sunday night visited the family of six-year-old Soraya Bourne, who died in the explosion at the Mobil Service Station…
President orders full-scale probe into deadly gas station explosion
President Dr Irfaan Ali has ordered a full-scale investigation into Sunday night’s explosion at the Mobil Gas Station at Regent and King Streets, Georgetown, which…
Police investigating fatal explosion at Mobil Fuel Station
Police are investigating a major explosion that occurred at the Mobil Fuel Station located at Regent and King Streets, Lacytown, Georgetown, at around 19:36 hrs…
Hosororo Secondary slated for January 2026 completion
The $2.6 billion state-of-the-art Hosororo Secondary School complex in Region One (Barima-Waini) is on track for completion in January 2026. According to a release, a…
Man goes berserk, smashes windows of banks, ATM machines
Police in Region Six are on the hunt for a man who went on a destructive rampage early Sunday morning, smashing glass doors, windows, and…
Hurricane Melissa could be one of the strongest storms to strike Jamaica
Jamaica could face one of the strongest landfall storms in its recorded history as Hurricane Melissa moves through the Caribbean, and forecasters predict it will…
Government keeps close watch on Hurricane Mellissa; Guyanese students in Jamaica urged to stay safe
The Government of Guyana is closely monitoring the approach of Hurricane Mellissa to Jamaica, where several Guyanese students are currently studying. According to a release,…
Contractor engaged to tackle pigeon infestations at East Coast schools
The Ministry of Education has engaged a contractor specialising in pigeon control, mitigation, and proofing to address recurring infestations at several schools along the East…
Works progressing on first phase of International Parika Port
Works on the first phase of the International Parika Port are progressing smoothly and will be heightened in the coming weeks as the project advances.…
Fire of unknown origin destroys Bartica home
A fire of unknown origin completely destroyed a three-storey concrete and timber building at 6th Avenue, Bartica, in the early hours of Saturday, October 25,…
One in custody following early-morning fire at Suddie Hospital
Police have arrested one person in connection with an early-morning fire at the Suddie Public Hospital today. According to reports, the fire started around 03:30…
Joe Vieira Park on track for 2026 opening
The US$12 million China-Guyana Joe Vieira Friendship Park on the West Bank of Demerara is 83 per cent complete and remains on schedule for official…
Essequibo trade expo creates new opportunities for business growth
The Essequibo Chambers of Commerce and Industry (ECCI) officially opened its 19th Annual Agro and Trade Fair on Friday evening, providing a platform for businesses…
Agriculture Minister: Rice farmers’ interests at heart as negotiations continue for higher prices
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to securing higher prices for rice farmers as it continues negotiations with millers, amid challenging conditions in the global…
Steps of hope: Cancer survivors to take to the streets tomorrow
When survivors like Nalini Boodramlall and Hazel Chase take to the streets of Georgetown tomorrow, their steps will carry more than purpose — they will…
Justice George-Wiltshire remains acting Chancellor; Justice Singh continues as acting Chief Justice
Justice Roxanne George-Wiltshire will continue to serve as the acting Chancellor of the Judiciary, while Justice Navindra Singh will retain his position as the acting…