Feb 8, 2026
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Legislative overhaul targets investment climate and market confidence
More than 40 bills and regulations will be introduced in Guyana’s National Assembly as the government moves to modernise the country’s legal and regulatory framework,…
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High-speed chase ends in arrests, cocaine seizure
Two men, Shaquille Gordon and Ravindranauth Persaud, were arrested on Saturday after a Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) operation recovered suspected cocaine, authorities said. Gordon, driving…
Finance Minister: 58 per cent poverty rate occurred during APNU-AFC period in government
Finance Minister Ashni Singh on Friday said opposition claims that 58 per cent of the population lives in poverty are based on data from a…
GMR&SC greenlights South Dakota upgrades ahead of GT challenge
The Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC) is set to transform the South Dakota Circuit into a world-class racing venue. President Mahendra Boodhoo officially…
Lall and Vieira/Brijmohan reign supreme at Dakota 100
The silence at the South Dakota Circuit was shattered last Sunday as the Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC) officially launched its 2026 competitive…
1,000 truck clamps to be deployed against illegal parking
The Ministry of Public Works has purchased 1,000 truck clamps as part of a crackdown on delinquent drivers and truck owners who park heavy-duty…
Chief Justice throws out bias claim in Mohameds’ extradition case
Acting Chief Justice Navendra Singh on Wednesday dismissed a High Court challenge filed by Azruddin Mohamed and his father, which sought to halt extradition…
Minister Teixeira clarifies Opposition Leader benefits amid misleading claims
Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Gail Teixeira on Wednesday outlined the legal benefits afforded to the Leader of the Opposition, responding to what she described…
Infrastructure drive delivers 12,000 projects, lifts jobs and connectivity
The Ministry of Public Works has executed more than 12,000 infrastructure projects nationwide and awarded over 5,000 contracts under the government’s development programme, Minister…
Trial opens for Berbice contractor accused of raping minor
A 12-member jury was empanelled on Tuesday at the Berbice High Court as the trial of a 40-year-old contractor accused of raping a child got…
Minister Parag: ‘Once an issue is reported, we will fix it’
Education Minister Sonia Parag said on Monday that the government will address school infrastructure issues once they are reported, defending the 2026 budget against criticism…
Guyana, Belize deepen ties across defence, education, tourism and investment
The Governments of Guyana and Belize have reaffirmed their longstanding friendship and Caribbean ties by signing a series of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to strengthen…
Iwokrama River Lodge retains Good Travel Seal Certification
The Iwokrama River Lodge has retained its Good Travel Seal Certification following a recent assessment under the Good Travel Experiences framework of the Good Travel…
Essequibo Coast man electrocuted
Tulsieram Singh, also known as “Fish Man,” a resident of New Road on the Essequibo Coast, died today from electrocution. The incident occurred around midday…
ICC warns Pakistan Cricket Board of consequences over unjustified boycott of India match
The ICC has said it “expects the PCB to explore a mutually acceptable resolution, which protects the interests of all stakeholders,” following the Pakistan…
Pakistan pull out of India T20 World Cup match, give no reason
Pakistan will boycott their game against India at the 2026 T20 World Cup. A post issued by the Government of Pakistan’s official X account said…
Pitamber, Callender lead I-CEE Grand Prix III Chess Tournament
Candidate Master Sachin Pitamber and Woman Candidate Master Jessica Callender are leading the Open and Female categories, respectively, after four rounds of the I-CEE Grand…
Khan re-elected BritCham chairman
Guysons Chief Executive Officer Faizal Khan has been re-elected chairman of the British Chamber of Commerce Guyana (BritCham Guyana) on Thursday. A release said Khan’s…