Jun 25, 2026
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Berbice taxi driver in custody after cannabis, firearm found at residence
A 38-year-old taxi driver from Shoe Lane, New Amsterdam, Berbice, is in police custody after ranks allegedly discovered a quantity of cannabis, a revolver, and…
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Leverage diaspora connections to unlock US markets, businesses told
Businesses are being urged not to shy away from leveraging the Guyanese diaspora in the United States, as a means of securing international partnerships. Speaking…
Single parents, elderly and disabled given special attention in storm relief efforts
Single-parent households, elderly residents and persons living with disabilities are among those receiving special attention as the government responds to powerful winds that swept through…
Venezuela earthquakes kill at least 164 with many more feared dead
Two powerful earthquakes have struck Venezuela near the capital, killing at least 164 people and injuring nearly 1,000, its interim president Delcy Rodríguez has said.…
Strong winds bring down rafter, injure teacher at Riverstown Primary
A teacher at Riverstown Primary School in Region Two was rushed unconscious to the Suddie Public Hospital on Wednesday after being struck by a rafter…
AG warns traffic officers: detain drivers unlawfully and face being sued
Police officers who illegally detain drivers or withhold their documents for ticketable offences could be sued and charged, Attorney General Anil Nandlall has warned. Speaking…
PSC strongly objects again to map depicting New River Triangle as part of Suriname at energy summit
The Private Sector Commission (PSC) has strongly objected to the display of a map depicting the New River Triangle as part of Suriname at the…
First PhD graduates walk the stage as GOAL scholarship total hits 54,793
The GOAL scholarship programme has awarded 54,793 scholarships since its launch, Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance Dr Ashni…
2,500 land titles to be distributed at Building Expo 2026
Some 2,500 land titles, transports and certificates of title will be distributed to Guyanese during the International Building Expo 2026, which opens on Thursday at…
Attorney General moves to sensitise banks on condominium mortgage procedures
Attorney General Mohabir Anil Nandlall has directed the drafter of Guyana's Condominium Act 2022 to develop a guidance manual for financial institutions following concerns raised…
Small entrepreneurs trained to bid, brand and grow
Some 65 entrepreneurs have been trained in bid document preparation as part of a business development initiative in Region Two aimed at boosting their competitiveness…
PSC chair calls on Caribbean, Latin America to stop competing and start collaborating
The chairman of the Private Sector Commission (PSC) has called on Caribbean and Latin American nations to stop competing with each other and instead forge…
Women outnumber men nearly three to one as 3,876 graduate from GOAL programmes
The Government Online Academy of Learning (GOAL) Scholarship Programme graduated 3,876 students at its fourth ceremony on Tuesday, with women accounting for nearly three-quarters of…
Dakota 100 Endurance cancelled due to ongoing track work
The Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC) has confirmed that its upcoming Dakota 100 Endurance Race Meet, scheduled for 28 June 2026, has been…
Trump to attend World Cup final and present trophy
(BBC Sport) United States president Donald Trump will attend the World Cup final and help present the trophy, says Fifa president Gianni Infantino. Trump, 80,…
No White Elephant: Onverwagt abattoir has produced 111,650kg of beef since opening, says GLDA
The abattoir at Onverwagt, Region Five, has produced approximately 111,650 kilograms of carcass beef since becoming operational, the Guyana Livestock Development Authority (GLDA) said, debunking…
’Football is not played on paper,’ says Shabazz, backs Slingerz for CFU challenge
With the Caribbean Football Union (CFU) Club Shield tournament fast approaching in July, Slingerz FC Head Coach Shabazz is placing his faith not only in…
Lorry, minibus drivers remanded over Providence Road death
Two drivers were on Monday charged with causing death by dangerous driving in connection with a fatal three-vehicle accident on Providence Public Road, East Bank…