Apr 12, 2026
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Four in custody over teen’s death on Essequibo Lake
Four individuals are in police custody as investigations continue into the death of Aarif Azeez at the “Hot and Cold” Lake in Onderneeming, Essequibo Coast,…
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Family calls for probe into death of Essequibo painter
Relatives of a 36-year-old man are calling for a full investigation into his death at Capoey Lake, in the Essequibo region, on March 26. Dale…
Azeez’s family calls for thorough investigation into circumstances of lake death
Relatives of Aarif Azeez are calling for justice and a full investigation into his death at the “Hot and Cold” Lake on the Essequibo Coast,…
Outdoor gym opens in Anna Regina to boost community wellness
Residents of Anna Regina now have access to a modern outdoor gym aimed at promoting healthier lifestyles, following its commissioning on Thursday. The facility, a…
Jeojodhan Bhorasi going strong at 106
In the quiet community of Goed Bananen Land, East Canje Berbice, a remarkable milestone was celebrated on Wednesday as Jeojodhan Bhorasi, popularly known as Harold…
New digital registry to track licensing, traffic offences
The Attorney General’s Chambers has announced plans to roll out a digital registry capturing key information on road users, including licensing details and past traffic…
Mother who allegedly strangled daughter ’can’t remember doing anything,’ says grandmother
The mother of a seven-year-old girl allegedly strangled in Fyrish Village, Corentyne, Berbice, says she “can’t remember doing anything,” according to the child’s grandmother. Sarah…
$50B invested in Region Six roads, says Edghill
More than $50 billion has been invested in road projects in Region Six over the past five years, Public Works Minister Juan Edghill said. Speaking…
NTFGL League set for championship finale this Sunday
The NTFGL League is poised for a thrilling conclusion this Sunday as Round 8 tees off with the championship still up for grabs. In an…
Aurora Solar Farm commissioned, strengthens national drive for clean energy
Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips commissioned the Aurora Solar Farm at the Aurora Gold Mine site in Region Seven on Wednesday, describing it as…
Cotton Field Secondary School set for December completion
Construction of Cotton Field Secondary School in Region Two is progressing steadily and is expected to be completed by December 2025, Education Minister Sonia Parag…
Citizens Bank lowers mortgage rates to boost homeownership
Citizens Bank Guyana Inc. said on Wednesday it has reduced home mortgage interest rates and introduced more flexible repayment terms to support citizens in building…
Fraudsters issuing driver’s licences to be named and shamed
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has announced a sweeping clean-up of Guyana’s driver licensing system alongside a fresh round of tougher traffic laws, as the…
Guyana, St. Kitts sign deals on food security, security and modernisation
Guyana and St. Kitts and Nevis on Wednesday signed three memoranda of understanding covering agriculture and food security, security cooperation, and government modernisation, deepening bilateral…
Olivia Solomon targets stronger performance in upcoming races
Olivia Solomon claimed gold in the girls’ under-17 800 metres at the CARIFTA Games in Grenada on Monday, clocking 2:10.76, but said she believed her…
GDF troops honoured for Hurricane Melissa relief mission in Jamaica
Ranks of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) were formally welcomed home and decorated on Wednesday for their role in a regional humanitarian mission to Jamaica…
Headteachers told to act on teacher performance, student discipline
Education Minister Sonia Parag has called on headteachers in Region Two to take bold, proactive action in addressing challenges such as teacher performance, student discipline…
US EXIM Chairman arrives in Guyana tomorrow for discussion on Gas-to-Energy Project
U.S. Export-Import Bank (EXIM) Chairman John Jovanovic will arrive in Guyana tomorrow for high-level meetings aimed at strengthening economic cooperation and supporting the country’s transformative…