Oct 24, 2025
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Region must guard its peace, former heads of government say
Ten former Caribbean heads of government have called on regional states to maintain the Caribbean as a “zone of peace” where the rule of law…
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CARICOM-UNICEF study: Caribbean youth facing high rates of depression, anxiety
A significant number of children and adolescents across the Caribbean are experiencing high levels of symptoms of depression and anxiety. This is according to the…
Trade expert: Caribbean states strengthening trade resilience amid global challenges
As global trade systems face mounting disruption and geopolitical uncertainty, Caribbean states are accelerating efforts to strengthen regional integration, diversify trade partners, and build economic…
Aviation authority flags airport downgrade report as misleading
The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) on Thursday denied a media report claiming that the Cheddi Jagan International Airport’s rescue and fire-fighting capacity had been…
Motorcyclist dies in multi-vehicle collision on Rupert Craig Highway
Jomo Peters, 45, of Haslington New Scheme, East Coast Demerara, died today in an accident on the Rupert Craig Highway near Pump Road. The accident…
Bourda Market gets major cleanup
Georgetown’s bustling Bourda Market was the focus of a major cleanup campaign yesterday, as the Solid Waste Department intensified efforts to tackle littering and illegal…
GCCI business forum to help entrepreneurs scale businesses, access finance
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) is preparing to host its 2025 Business Development Forum, one of Guyana’s premier private sector events aimed…
13th Parliament to sit on November 3
President Dr Irfaan Ali on Thursday announced the date, time, and venue for the first sitting of Guyana’s 13th Parliament, following the conclusion of General…
President Ali: National security and development go hand in hand
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has reaffirmed that Guyana’s national security is inseparable from its national development, emphasising that the strength of the Guyana Defence Force…
Former MP Devin Sears remanded on drug trafficking charge
Former opposition parliamentarian Devin Sears was on Thursday remanded to prison after being charged with possession of narcotics for the purpose of trafficking. The 39-year-old…
Guyana pavilion draws over 4.6 million visitors at Expo Japan 2025
Guyana’s pavilion at Expo Japan 2025 welcomed 4,642,000 visitors over the six-month event, showcasing the country’s natural beauty, culture, and commitment to sustainable development. The…
Woman dies in motorcycle collision with cow
A 34-year-old woman, identified as Yolanda John of Dartmouth, Essequibo Coast, died on Wednesday night after the motorcycle she was riding collided with a cow…
Workplace childcare initiative aims to boost productivity, retain staff
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) is urging private-sector companies to set up childcare centres within their workplaces as part of a new…
Businessman arrested for fatal shooting of policeman
Police have arrested a 37-year-old businessman of Crane Housing Scheme, West Coast Demerara, in connection with the fatal shooting of Police Lance Corporal Richard Marvin…
Sarkar, Saif carry Bangladesh to series victory over West Indies
Bangladesh blazed a hole through West Indies in a 179-run win in the third ODI, achieving their first series victory since March last year. Saif…
Police corporal shot dead at Vreed-en-Hoop Stelling
Richard Haynes, a 34-year-old Police Lance Corporal and resident of Jetty Squatting Area, was shot and killed this morning at the Vreed-en-Hoop stelling, West Coast…
Hopes fade as search for missing fishermen off Suriname Coast suspended
The Coast Guard of Suriname has officially suspended the large-scale search operation for four fishermen who went missing after their SK boat sank near Lareco…
Region Five showcases agricultural innovation at annual model farm open day
The Region Five Model Farm hosted its Annual Open Day and Exhibition on Wednesday under the theme “Transforming Livelihoods Through Agri-Food Systems,” drawing hundreds of…