Oct 17, 2025
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CH&PA rolling out new system to track housing project efficiency
Chief Executive Officer of the Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA), Dr. Martin Pertab, announced the development of a new real-time project tracking framework aimed…
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WTC Georgetown to officially open on October 21
The World Trade Center (WTC) Georgetown is set to officially open its doors next week, positioning Guyana as a dynamic hub for international business and…
Sod turned for ANSA McAL’s Chateau Margot Mall
The sod was turned on Thursday for the Chateau Margot Mall, a landmark 110,000-square-foot development on the East Coast of Demerara by Trinidad-based conglomerate ANSA…
President Ali: Caribbean should not fear US role in anti-drug operations
President Dr Irfaan Ali on Friday reaffirmed Guyana’s commitment to regional peace and security, dismissing concerns that US involvement in anti-drug operations could destabilise Caribbean…
Indian refiners make rare purchases of Guyanese grades
Two Indian refiners have bought 4 million barrels of Guyanese crude oil from U.S. major Exxon Mobil to be delivered at the end of 2025…
Sandiford and Joshi dominate I-CEE Grand Prix 1 Chess Tournament
Keron Sandiford and Woman Candidate Master (WCM) Aditi Joshi clinched first place in their respective categories in the I-CEE-sponsored Grand Prix 1 Chess Tournament, held…
Jagdeo: Gov’t to clamp down on gambling apps, outlets
The government will move swiftly to introduce stronger regulations and higher taxes on the gambling industry, particularly targeting online betting and the proliferation of small…
Engineering, procurement near completion on Wales Gas-to-Energy Project
Engineering and procurement for the Wales Gas-to-Energy Project are almost complete, at 89 per cent and 90.46 per cent respectively, Chairman of Lindsayca/LND Guyana, Nelson…
Deep Jale illuminates Georgetown
The Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha’s annual Deep Jale at the Kitty Roundabout offers a dazzling spectacle, heralding the official start of Diwali celebrations in the…
Ruminant industry set for growth through genetic upgrades, pasture development
The local ruminant industry is poised for major growth, with Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha outlining plans to boost livestock production, improve genetics, and modernise farming…
New airport, eco-tourism projects part of push to diversify economy
The government will soon invite expressions of interest (EOIs) for 11 new tourism projects across several regions as part of efforts to develop a world-class…
Gas monetisation remains priority, says Jagdeo
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has made it clear that the government has not taken any options off the table with regards to the monetisation…
Dr. Jagdeo: Full investigation coming into Gold Board, customs officials linked to Mohameds’ smuggling, tax evasion scheme
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has announced that a full-fledged investigation will be launched into the alleged network of…
Father calls for accountability after son allegedly struck by police vehicle
Three months after 19-year-old Orandi Welcome Jnr was allegedly struck by a police vehicle in New Amsterdam, his family is demanding accountability from the cops…
Jagdeo dismisses GHRA claims of partisan control over constitutional reform
Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo on Wednesday dismissed claims by the Guyana Human Rights Association (GHRA) that the ongoing constitutional reform process is being “partisanly…
Jagdeo rejects claims of PPP collaboration with APNU, WIN in regional elections
Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo on Wednesday rejected any formal or informal collaboration between the ruling People’s Progressive Party (PPP) and either the opposition A…
Fenton Budhram admitted to the Bar
The legal community in Guyana expanded on Thursday with the admission of Fenton Jonathan Budhram to practice as an Attorney-at-Law before the courts of Guyana.…
Empowering and inspiring: QC girls celebrate 50 years of impact
Guyana’s top high school, Queen’s College, continues to produce girls who are inspiring positive change — not only within the institution but across the country.…