Apr 8, 2025
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McCoy ‘talks up’ investments in people at Uzbekistan forum
Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister, Kwame McCoy, underscored Guyana’s commitment to human development and national resilience at the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Standing…
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Calls made for more responsible use of AI
The field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly advancing and holds both the potential for sustainable development and significant risks. As such, the opportunities presented…
Minister Benn urges calm amid unrest in Wismar
Home Affairs Minister, Robeson Benn, is urging calm and peace as he expressed concern over the ongoing unrest in Wismar, Linden, following the tragic shooting…
President Ali: IAST to be transformed into ’global innovation hub’
The government is engaging major tech giants to transform the Institute of Applied Science and Technology (IAST) into a centre for research, artificial intelligence (AI)…
Police claim alleged wanted man succumbs to ’accidental’ gun shot wound during escape attempt
A 26-year-old man who was reportedly wanted for questioning in relation to an alleged sexual offence involving a minor was fatally shot by police during…
US$100 million injected into foreign exchange market
The Government of Guyana has announced an immediate injection of US$100 million into the foreign exchange market to address delays in the availability of foreign…
Education officers put spotlight on improved performance
Education officers across various regions have teamed up to equip themselves with the relevant knowledge, strategies, and motivation to implement meaningful improvements in their respective…
Countdown begins to Guyana’s biggest fashion event
The Origins Guyana Fashion Festival is creating opportunities for the development of Guyanese fashion designers and creatives, both locally and in the diaspora. The coordinators…
Police: 259 speeding violations recorded in 12 hours
Drivers are being urged to slow down and ensure their vehicle records are up to date, as the Safe Road Intelligent System (SRIS) issued tickets…
NASA’s Berkeley Innovation Forum to be held in Guyana
NASA’s Berkeley Innovation Forum 2026 will be held in Guyana in January. President Dr Irfaan Ali made this announcement during a community meeting in Region…
A second chance at life through dialysis
For many individuals in Guyana, dialysis is not just a treatment – it’s a lifeline. In a country where kidney disease affects hundreds of lives,…
Women’s, children’s health significantly enhanced, says Health Ministry in World Health Day message
Guyana joins the international community in observing World Health Day 2025, under the theme: “Accelerating Progress to Improve Maternal and Neonatal Health and Survival.” In…
Co-investment opportunities to grow growth wealth of Guyanese
Guyanese will be able to tap into more economic opportunities, such as co-investing in national projects, as part of the government’s commitment to achieving shared…
ERC ’gearing up’ for elections
The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC), as part of its campaign against hate speech, will be engaging parliamentarians and political parties as the election approaches. According…
Court grants temporary injunction preventing GRA for seizing luxury vehicles
A High Court judge on Saturday granted a temporary injunction preventing the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) from seizing vehicles owned by businessman Azruddin Mohamed, pending…
Education, awareness, collaboration vital elements in combating sexual violence
With April being designated Sexual Awareness Month, the Asking For It sexual awareness exhibition which is currently being held at the Umana Yana is playing…
GCCI urges improved access to finance, digitalisation for businesses
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has reiterated the need for increased access to finance for micro, small and medium-sized businesses, as well…
Region Six fisherfolk to benefit from shrimp rearing project
Some 80 fisherfolk from Region Six are set to benefit from the development of brackish water shrimp ponds. During an engagement today, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar…