Feb 14, 2026
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Berbice contractor walks free of rape charge
After nearly nine years of legal battles and repeated court appearances, a Corentyne contractor has been acquitted of a rape charge that dated back to…
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Region Six outreach delivers 520 Agreements of Sale, allocates 241 House Lots
A total of 520 families received Agreements of Sale and began the process for Certificates of Title, while 241 residents were allocated house lots during…
Technical Training College opens, to draw students from across the region
The Guyana Technical Training College Inc. was officially opened on Saturday, marking a significant milestone in the country’s drive to build a highly skilled workforce…
Region Two residents to soon access key government services under one roof
A new Government Services Centre at Cotton Field in Region Two is entering its final phase of operational readiness, bringing key services under one roof…
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Sponsored NewsHouse approves $1.558 trillion budget
Parliament on Friday approved the 2026 National Budget, totalling $1.558 trillion, after Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance, Dr.…
Brilliant Muzarabani helps Zimbabwe stun Australia
Blessing Muzarabani claimed a career-best 4-17 as Zimbabwe held their nerve to stun Australia with a brilliant 23-run win in the T20 World Cup. Set…
Anna Regina Stadium set for March opening
Residents of Anna Regina and the wider Essequibo Coast are set to benefit from a new sporting facility with the planned opening of the Anna…
Every household to access treated water by 2028, says Minister Indar
Every household in Guyana is expected to gain access to treated water by the end of 2028, as the Ministry of Public Utilities and Aviation…
City streets, green spaces, and iconic sites to get $2.8B makeover
Some $2.8 billion has been set aside for the Georgetown Enhancement Programme, aimed at improving infrastructure, public spaces, and restoring iconic sites across the capital.…
Executives explore how AI can expedite decision-making, boost service
Businesses in Guyana had the opportunity on Tuesday to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) can transform customer experiences during an Executive Thought Leadership Roundtable. The…
Minister Indar: Sudden and prolonged blackouts being addressed
The Ministry of Public Utilities and Aviation is implementing measures to prevent sudden disruptions in electricity supply and reduce prolonged power outages, Minister Deodat Indar…
Stricter penalties for drivers with unpaid tickets
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali said on Friday that drivers who fail to pay traffic tickets will face stricter penalties under a new technology-driven…
Young guns fire at Michael Paris Pepsi U16 boxing show
Guyana’s emerging boxing talent was on full display on Saturday when the Guyana Boxing Association (GBA) staged the Michael Paris Pepsi U16 Developmental Tournament at…
Recycling and Composting Centre launched at Haags
A Recycling and Composting Centre at the Haags Bosch Sanitary Landfill in Eccles, East Bank Demerara, was officially launched by the Ministry of Local Government…
Fisheries cooperatives connect with buyers and banks
Efforts to reduce gaps in Guyana’s seafood value chain and support more stable, profitable business relationships were the focus of a one-day workshop held on…
Belle Vue Pump Station 29 per cent complete, 30 contractors blacklisted
The $865 million Belle Vue Pump Station is now 29 per cent complete, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha said on Tuesday. Speaking during the 2026 Budget…
Women soldiers reminded: ‘Service before self is non-negotiable’
Guyana Defence Force Commanding Officer Colonel Lorraine Foster on Tuesday reaffirmed that “service before self is non-negotiable.” She was speaking at the Guyana Defence Force…
Chance sets Bayroc track record in 400m win
400 metres specialist Arinze Chance set a new track record at the Bayroc Synthetic Facility in Linden on Saturday, winning his season opener in 46.49…