Feb 4, 2026
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Growth in jobs and earnings, says President
Guyana has seen strong growth in jobs and earnings across multiple sectors, with unemployment falling sharply in recent years, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali said…
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Bahamas court awards US$75,000 to Guyanese man over unlawful detention
A Guyanese man has been awarded US$75,000 in damages after being unlawfully detained in The Bahamas for 102 days under “degrading and inhumane conditions,” a…
Pitamber, Clement overall winners of I-CEE Chess Grand Prix 3
CM Sachin Pitamber and Ciel Clement emerged as champions of the I-CEE-sponsored Grand Prix 3, held at the David Rose Special School, concluding on Sunday.…
Three hospitalised in West Coast Berbice Accident
Three persons sustained serious injuries following a motor vehicle accident along the Brahan Public Road, West Coast Berbice, on Monday. According to police reports, the…
Tourism Development Fund relaunched to boost sector
The Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) has relaunched the Tourism Development Fund (TDF), a voluntary, industry-led initiative aimed at strengthening the country’s tourism…
GPA criticises parliamentary ’media restrictions’
The Guyana Press Association (GPA) has expressed deep concern over new restrictions on media coverage of the ongoing Budget Debates in the National Assembly. The…
7,000 trained, $1.5B injected to expand care economy
The care economy is growing rapidly, with caregivers receiving training, mentorship, and business financing, alongside a $1.5 billion direct injection into the sector. Minister of…
Ruling on the Mohameds’ extradition case postponed to February 9
Acting Chief Justice Navindra Singh has postponed his ruling to February 9 in the case involving US-indicted businessmen Nazar Mohamed and his son, Azruddin Mohamed,…
Aviation sector moving leaps and bounds
The aviation sector is experiencing exponential growth, with increased air carriers boosting seating and travel capacity, infrastructural developments enhancing quality of service, and the expansion…
Economist flags labour, technology shortfalls in rapidly expanding economy
Guyana’s ability to meet the demands of its rapidly expanding sectors remains a major challenge, as widening capacity gaps threaten to slow the country’s pace…
Guyana top Aruba in CONCACAF Women’s U-17 qualifiers
In a thrilling showdown at the CONCACAF Women’s Under-17 Qualifiers, Guyana emerged victorious with a stunning 2–0 triumph over host nation Aruba at Stadion Guillermo…
Driver in deadly Bharrat Jagdeo River Bridge accident was unlicensed
The driver in a deadly accident on Thursday on the southern carriageway of the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge, East Bank Demerara, was unlicensed and…
One dead, two injured in Albouystown shooting
A man was killed and two others injured in a shooting on Thursday evening in Albouystown, Georgetown, police said. Kevon Ridley, known as “Author,” a…
New wells, treatment plants planned to expand access to potable water
Some $21.9 billion has been allocated for the continued development of the country’s water supply and delivery systems, with new wells, water treatment plants and…
Mayor Mentore signals willingness to work with Minister Manickchand
Georgetown Mayor Alfred Mentore has signalled his willingness to work with Minister of Local Government and Regional Development Priya Manickchand, in light of recent tensions.…
Guyanese businesses urged to prepare for uncertain global trading environment
Guyanese businesses are urged to prepare for a more uncertain and competitive global trading environment at Global Trade 2026: Challenges and Opportunities, a one-day luncheon…
Women’s Chamber calls for more gender-responsive procurement
The Women’s Chamber of Commerce and Industry has called for a more gender-responsive procurement system to boost women’s participation in business and advance gender equality…
32 GOAL scholars complete PhD studies through Texila University
Thirty-two scholars under the Guyana Online Academy of Learning (GOAL) have completed doctoral studies through Texila American University (TAU), marking the first cohort of GOAL…