Aug 21, 2025
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Pitamber shines in FIDE World Youth U16 Chess Olympiad
After four days and six rounds of intense competition at the FIDE World Youth U16 Chess Olympiad in Barranquilla, Colombia, Team Guyana has had mixed…
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Over 200 apply to join Junior Chamber of Commerce
More than 200 young people between the ages of 16 and 30 have applied to join the recently launched Region Three Junior Chamber of Commerce.…
International collaborations disrupting drug trade
As the Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) intensifies its fight against drug trafficking, Director James Singh has praised the pivotal role played by international partnerships. Speaking…
Smith Advances to women’s 200m final at Junior Pan American Games
Guyana’s Keliza Smith has advanced to the women’s 200m final at the Junior Pan American Games in Paraguay after winning her semifinal heat with a…
Sheriff Security guard stabbed to death by colleague, suspect arrested
A 63-year-old Sheriff Security guard, Paul Devonish, was stabbed and killed on Monday evening during a confrontation on Barrack Street, Kingston. Police said Devonish was…
President urges disciplined services to ‘vote wisely’ ahead of Friday’s poll
Policemen during a march (Credit: GPF photo) Guyana’s President Irfaan Ali on Wednesday urged members of the disciplined services to “vote wisely and consciously” as…
GECOM briefs observers, emphasises critical role in credible elections
Observers in this year’s elections attended an orientation and briefing exercise hosted by the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) on Wednesday. The exercise for accredited local…
Forward Guyana Movement takes GECOM to court over alleged ballot omissions
Less than two weeks before Guyana’s 1 September General and Regional Elections, the Forward Guyana Movement (FGM), led by former APNU politician Amanza Walton-Desir, has…
Tuschen Secondary opens, doubles as UG medical branch
A reading corner for students A science laboratory for medical students A brand-new, state-of-the-art secondary school has officially opened in Tuschen, offering hundreds of students…
Hyatt Place Hotel at Providence to open early next year
Construction of the Hyatt Place Hotel at Providence, East Bank Demerara, is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2026. The Guyana Office…
Former Jamaica PM heads OAS electoral mission to Guyana
The Organisation of American States (OAS) has begun the deployment of its Electoral Observation Mission (EOM) for the 2025 General and Regional Elections in Guyana,…
Austin qualifies for 400m final at Junior Pan American Games
Guyana’s Malachi Austin is poised to compete for a podium finish at the Junior Pan American Games after qualifying for the men’s 400m final. Austin…
GDF reaffirms commitment to safeguarding Guyana’s sovereignty
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) said on Wednesday it remains committed to defending the country’s sovereignty and ensuring public safety, pushing back against recent criticism…
Destination Guyana featured in global tourism digital tourism series
Destination Guyana has been featured in the Global Sustainable Tourism Council’s (GSTC) first global digital series, Travel Redefined: Tourism for People and Planet. The series,…
GECOM: Cell phones prohibited in polling stations
The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) said on Tuesday it will prohibit the use of cell phones in polling stations during the September 1 General and…
Carter Center flags concerns ahead of elections
The Carter Center has raised concerns about Guyana’s electoral environment ahead of the country’s September 1 general and regional elections, warning that misuse of state…
Small businesses thriving despite challenges, says Rambarran
Small businesses are thriving despite “growing pains” associated with Guyana’s rapidly advancing economy. This is according to economist Richard Rambarran, who shared his views during…
CANU stepping up fight against drug trafficking
The Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) is intensifying its fight against drug trafficking operations, dismantling networks, and building strong international partnerships. Speaking on the latest episode…