Oct 7, 2025
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Health officials urge women to use free breast cancer screenings
With breast cancer being the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among Guyanese women, health officials are urging women to access free screening services at regional…
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GCCI President urges purposeful participation at GuyExpo 2025
President of the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI), Kathy Smith, has encouraged local businesses participating in GuyExpo 2025 to do so with purpose…
Gov’t approves strict truck weight limits nationwide
Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill announced on Monday that Cabinet has approved a 15-tonne per axle limit, down from the 18-tonne limit previously allowed…
SJB dominate second weekend of Courts Pee-Wee Football Tournament
St. John the Baptist (SJB) delivered a commanding performance on Saturday, crushing Ann’s Grove Primary 10-0 at the Ministry of Education ground. Neymar Edwards scored…
Final works on West Bank approach road to the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge to be completed in two weeks
Construction on the northern section of the four-lane approach road to the newly commissioned Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge at Meer Zorgen, West Bank Demerara,…
Government, Police to enforce traffic order as Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge opens
With commuters now actively using the newly commissioned Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge, the Government of Guyana and the Guyana Police Force have launched a…
Despite U.S. indictments, Mohamed focuses on political narrative
Guyana’s incoming opposition leader, Azzruddin Mohamed, has not directly addressed the U.S. indictments filed against him and his father, Nazar “Shell” Mohamed, but instead issued…
Police Constable charged with sexual offence against minor, remanded to Prison
A 19-year-old police constable has been remanded to prison after being charged in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a minor. According to a…
Four-Lane expansion brings relief to East Bank commuters
The daily gridlock that plagued motorists along the Diamond–Grove stretch of the East Bank Demerara is finally easing, thanks to the ongoing road expansion project…
NIS marks 56th anniversary with major service improvements; Minister urges greater efficiency and digital transformation
The National Insurance Scheme (NIS) has recorded notable improvements in its service delivery over recent years but continues to be urged to increase efficiency and…
High Courts dispose of 57 criminal matters across three counties
Convictions, guilty pleas, and acquittals recorded in Demerara, Berbice, and Essequibo The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) announced that a total of 57 criminal…
Ministers Parag and Jacobs attend Cubana Air Disaster 49th Anniversary Commemoration
Hon. Sonia Parag, Minister of Education, and Hon. Steven Jacobs, Minister within the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, earlier today attended a ceremony commemorating…
Body discovered at Quart Stone Backdam, Cuyuni River
A man’s body was discovered on Monday morning at Quart Stone Backdam, Cuyuni River, Region Seven. According to reports, 50-year-old Calvin Johnson, a Guyanese security…
Traffic Department reports 2,392 cases filed in seven days
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has reported nearly one thousand traffic infractions between September 28 and October 4, 2025, as part of its intensified efforts…
Government launches upgraded Immigration eServices Platform
The Government of Guyana has officially launched the upgraded Immigration Support Services eServices Platform, marking a major step toward digitizing public services and improving accessibility…
Ayanna Waddell leads new creative era
From humble beginnings to the national stage—Ayanna Waddell is now the face of a new generation of Guyanese artists reshaping the country’s creative identity. Last…
Detached truck wheel kills Corentyne woman on her way to church
A Sunday morning of worship turned tragic for the Punch family of Alness Village, Corentyne, Berbice, when 65-year-old Donna Punch was fatally struck by a…
Over $600M invested in Hydrometeorological infrastructure in recent years — Ramkissoon
More than $600 million has been invested over the past five years to strengthen Guyana’s hydrometeorological infrastructure and capabilities. This was disclosed by Minister within…