Nov 28, 2025
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From birding to camping: Rupununi rolls out new tourism offerings
Visitors to the Rupununi now have six new ways to experience the region’s natural beauty and culture, following the launch of community-led, nature-based tourism products…
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Azruddin and Nazar Mohamed charged in $50M tax evasion and money laundering scheme
A federal grand jury in Miami returned an indictment on Oct. 2 charging two Guyanese nationals with participating in a multi-year scheme to evade millions…
All vehicles allowed 35 per cent tint, says Home Affairs Minister
Home Affairs Minister Oneidge Walrond announced on Wednesday major changes to vehicle-tint regulations, introducing a uniform 35 per cent light-penetration requirement, a three-tier waiver system,…
Iwokrama alarmed at littering along the Linden–Lethem Road
The Iwokrama International Centre for Rainforest Conservation and Development has raised the alarm over the growing littering problem along the Linden–Lethem Road, where 72 kilometres…
Guyana records 449 new HIV infections over past year
Four hundred and forty-nine new HIV infections were diagnosed in Guyana over the past year, Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony has confirmed. Speaking at the…
More than 90 speeding offenders face court, arrest warrants
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) will ask the courts to issue summonses and arrest warrants for more than 90 motorists who failed to pay speeding…
Doggie and Guyanese Critic ready to rumble on February 15
Bradley Sampson, also known as “Doggie,” and Mikhail Rodrigues, popularly called “Guyanese Critic,” have somehow secured a place in a legitimate boxing match to be…
CARICOM leaders welcome PM-elect Dr Friday, commend Gonsalves’ service to the region
Caribbean leaders on Friday congratulated Dr Godwin Friday on his election as Prime Minister of St Vincent and the Grenadines, signalling regional support as the…
Police say no halt to vehicle tint enforcement
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) on Friday denied online claims that it had been directed to halt all motor-vehicle window tint enforcement operations, calling the…
Mohameds’ extradition case: Court sets dates for final arguments
U.S.-indicted Guyanese businessman Nazar Mohamed and his son, Azruddin Mohamed, appeared in Georgetown Magistrates’ Court on Friday as extradition proceedings against them advanced to a…
Guyana joins diplomatic efforts to reduce the costs of menstrual products
Millions of girls miss school each month when they menstruate, as their families cannot afford sanitary pads or tampons – something that a Geneva-based diplomatic…
On the road to building safer, more inclusive and resilient transport in Guyana
Rush hour on Guyana’s East Coast of the Demerara corridor reveals the country’s ongoing transformation. Businesses and street vendors line the roadside, students weave through…
Guyana pitches tech, agriculture and tourism to UK investors
President Irfaan Ali on Tuesday urged British companies to expand investment in Guyana beyond traditional sectors, saying the country is entering a “new era” of…
ERC logs 29 cases in 2025 elections, marking sharp drop from 2020
Guyana’s Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) recorded 29 cases during the 2025 election-monitoring period, down sharply from 124 in 2020, the Commission said on Thursday as…
Linden man fatally struck down by drunk driver
A 53-year-old man died after being struck by a car driven by a drunk driver on Sunday evening in Linden, police said. Cecil Boston of…
Quarterly cruise ship arrivals part of push to boost tourism
Plans are being made for at least one cruise ship arrival every quarter in 2026 as part of efforts to boost the country’s tourism sector.…
Golf, good food, great vibes: Romel Tournament & BBQ set for Sunday
The Lusignan Golf Club will host the Romel Golf Tournament & BBQ on Sunday, offering a competitive and festive day for golfers and supporters as…
Public space with benches, décor, and performance area planned for Stabroek
The Stabroek Market area is being beautified with a new public space modelled on the area opposite the Parliament Buildings, designed to be fully accessible…