Aug 27, 2025
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Forty years at sea: The journey of Dhalchan Haridiyal
For 40 years, the waves of the Corentyne have carried both the struggles and triumphs of 54-year-old Dhalchan Haridiyal, a fisherman from Albion, Corentyne, Berbice.…
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Major tourism boost: Courtyard by Marriott opens at Timehri
Guyana’s international hotel sector took a major step forward on Wednesday with the official opening of the Courtyard by Marriott near the Cheddi Jagan International…
Norton ‘talks up’ livestock plan in Mahaicony
The A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) took its election campaign to Zeskinderen, Central Mahaicony, with promises of development in agriculture, housing, education, and infrastructure.…
Elderly man dies in early morning accident
A 64-year-old man was killed early Wednesday after his car collided with a lorry at the intersection of Heroes Highway and Mocha Access Road on…
Persaud wins Berbice 20/20 Rapid Chess Tournament
In the ancient county of Berbice, veteran Berbician chess player Kriskal Persaud emerged victorious in the Berbice 20/20 Rapid Chess Tournament, held at Little Rock…
Junior Lady Jags receive a hero’s welcome
The Junior Lady Jags received a warm welcome on their return home, celebrated with an award ceremony at the National Training Centre that was attended…
Police probing reported abduction of two Guyanese men by Venezuelan gang
Police in Region Seven are investigating the alleged abduction of two Guyanese men by a Venezuelan syndicato gang operating near the Eteringbang area. According to…
Child protection agency steps in to support boy shot in family tragedy
Guyana’s Child Care and Protection Agency has intervened to support a 10-year-old boy who was shot by his father in a murder-suicide that left his…
President Ali hints at year-end cash grant
President Irfaan Ali on Tuesday suggested citizens could receive another cash grant before the end of the year, signalling possible financial relief as the country…
Safer communities: Mahaicony Police Station, regional command centre commissioned
Safer communities: Mahaicony Police Station, regional command centre commissioned The Mahaicony Police Station, built at a cost of $111.8 million, replaces an old wooden structure…
Joint Services fortifying national defence
The Joint Services are fortifying national defence through enhanced border security, modernised policing strategies, and coordinated intelligence systems. This was highlighted during the season finale…
APNU solicits Wakenaam votes
A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) yesterday told residents of the island of Wakenaam about its inclusive governance policy, despite the location being a majority…
ERC urges political leaders, supporters to discourage hostility toward opponents
The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) on Tuesday called on political leaders and supporters to respect freedom of association and discourage hostility towards their opponents. The…
GCCI urges political parties to refrain from inciteful election claims
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) on Tuesday urged political parties to desist from making inflammatory statements that could undermine Guyana’s electoral process.…
Guyana, Colombia sign aerial surveillance pact to boost regional security
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) and Colombia’s Ministry of National Defense have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in aerial surveillance, intelligence…
Rowley: UNC disrupting years of diplomacy by backing US
Former Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley believes the UNC has lit a match in the Caribbean by openly supporting the US naval…
Dr Jagdeo: Pace of transformation to double in next five years
The pace of transformation will double in the next five years, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo said on Monday evening. Addressing a gathering of supporters…
Improving connectivity: $11B Diamond-Buzz Bee Dam Highway commissioned
The new $11 billion highway linking Diamond to Buzz Bee Dam, part of the government’s push to modernise infrastructure, cut travel times and reduce congestion…