Apr 25, 2026
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Jagdeo urges “new thinking” on climate finance, urbanisation challenges
Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo on Friday urged Commonwealth countries to make the most of new opportunities to access climate finance and advance development. He joined…
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$181 million incubator opens in Lethem to expand agro-processing, SMEs
A $181 million Business Incubator Centre and Agro-Processing Facility was commissioned on Saturday in Lethem, Region Nine, aimed at strengthening agro-processing and small business development…
Stop-and-search operation leads to 45lbs cannabis seizure, two arrested at Weldaad
Two men are in police custody after ranks in Regional Division 5 intercepted a vehicle carrying a quantity of suspected cannabis during a stop-and-search…
Fleeing motorcycle bandits fall in drain, leave haversack with cash behind
Two robbery suspects fell into a drain after their motorcycle collided during a police chase following an armed robbery at a business place at…
Campbellville man shot, robbed of chain during early-morning attack
A 37-year-old bodywork technician of Delph Street, Campbellville, Georgetown, is hospitalised in stable condition after he was shot during an armed robbery early Saturday morning.…
Ramsaroop: Domestic investment hits $64 billion, accounts for a rising share of investment inflows
Local investors accounted for $64 billion of the $157 billion in investment agreements signed in Guyana last year, underscoring the growing role of domestic…
Light rail system under active consideration, says President
The establishment of a modern rail transit system remains under active review as the Government advances key initiatives aimed at improving the national transport network.…
Garbage truck rollout reaches 63 nationwide with Linden, Mahdia allocations
Two garbage compactor trucks were handed over on Friday to the municipalities of Linden and Mahdia to boost solid waste management and improve service delivery.…
New boats ease journey to school for Lilydale and Akawini pupils
Safer and more reliable transportation for schoolchildren in riverine communities has been strengthened with the provision of a boat and engine to Lilydale Primary School…
No furniture shortage in Region 10 schools, says Education Officer
Region Ten Education Officer La Shanna Anderson has refuted claims circulating on social media that schools in the region are facing a shortage of classroom…
Culture meets comfort: Hospitality sector elevated with opening of Four Points by Sheraton Georgetown
The local hospitality landscape has received a significant boost with the commissioning of the Four Points by Sheraton Georgetown, located along the Heroes Highway. The…
EU, Guyana sign €8.9 million health, pharmaceutical cooperation deals
The European Union and Guyana have strengthened cooperation in health and pharmaceutical development through new agreements worth a combined €8.9 million under the EU’s Global…
Brackish-water shrimp farming introduced in Region Two to support farmers’ incomes
A new brackish-water shrimp farming initiative has been launched in Region Two, aimed at diversifying agricultural production and providing farmers with an additional income stream…
CARPHA brings together regional experts to tackle health challenges
The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) has officially opened its 70th Annual Health Research Conference in Georgetown, bringing together health leaders, researchers, and policymakers…
Guyanese academic publishes book on AI governance in healthcare
Prominent Guyanese academic Dr Prem Misir has authored another publication, Ethics and Governance of AI in Healthcare, which examines how ethical and human rights considerations…
Smoking ban for people born after 2008 in the UK agreed
Children aged 17 or younger will face a lifelong ban on buying cigarettes, as the Tobacco and Vapes Bill clears Parliament. Both the Commons and…
Doobay Medical commissions eye clinic with 70 per cent reduced fees for patients
The Doobay Medical and Research Centre on Tuesday commissioned the Latchmin Kissoon and Family Eye Clinic at its facility in Annandale, East Coast Demerara, expanding…
City presents $5.697 billion budget, prioritises sanitation, to crackdown on tax defaulters
The Mayor and City Council of Georgetown on Tuesday presented a $5.697 billion budget for 2026, outlining increased spending on waste management, enforcement and…