Jan 23, 2026
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Three arrested for public beating of student
Police have arrested three persons, including two juveniles, in connection with the alleged assault of a 16-year-old male student at De Willem, West Coast Demerara,…
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Guyana, Japan sign $7.2B loan to boost water and sanitation infrastructure
Guyana on Thursday advanced its long-term water and sanitation agenda with the signing of an Exchange of Notes with the Government of Japan for a…
Lady Jags Under-17 Squad gears up for CONCACAF Qualifiers
The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) has officially announced a 21-member squad for the Under-17 Lady Jags as they ramp up preparations for the 2026 CONCACAF…
Six remain in custody as investigation continues into suspected burnt remains of wanted man
Six persons remain in police custody as investigations continue into the death of wanted man Jamal Bourne, also known as “Skinny”, following the discovery of…
Sports Commission reinforces partnership with Chess Federation
In a strong show of support for the sport, Director of Sport Mr Steve Ninvalle met with executives of the Guyana Chess Federation (GCF) last…
IDB: Guyana’s oil projects remain profitable even if prices fall sharply
Guyana’s oil sector is expected to remain commercially viable even in the event of a steep global price downturn, according to the latest Caribbean Quarterly…
Letter: Given the US sanctions against Azruddin, he should step aside from the post of Opposition Leader, face trial in the US, prove his innocence as he claims, and return as a conquering hero
Dear Editor, A week before the General and Regional Elections which took place, as we know, on 1st September, 2025, I wrote a letter published…
National Ramadan Village returns, over 30,000 visitors expected
The National Ramadan Village will return for a third consecutive year, reinforcing its place as one of Guyana’s largest faith-based cultural gatherings during the Islamic…
Illegal mining operation shut down, operator fined
Authorities have shut down an illegal mining operation in the Essequibo River, arresting the general manager, who was subsequently fined, the Ministry of Natural Resources…
AG Nandlall: Azruddin’s political persecution claims unfounded; INTERPOL dropped extradition request for Guptar
Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, has rejected claims of political persecution leveled against the government by Member of Parliament and leader…
PM Phillips: 50 MW of new renewable energy expected by 2026
Guyana’s expansion of renewable energy will see almost 50 megawatts (MW) coming on stream by year end as part of efforts to reduce the country’s…
Six held after gun, burnt material found in Linden search linked to wanted man Bourne
Police arrested six people after discovering a handgun and ammunition during an overnight operation in Linden, authorities said on Tuesday, as investigations continue into a…
New Amsterdam Hospital: 24-week pregnancy loss under review
The New Amsterdam Public Hospital (NAPH) said a recent case involving a 24-week pregnancy loss is under review by its Morbidity and Mortality Committee as…
APNU leader challenges constitutionality of TSC appointments
APNU Parliamentary Leader and opposition Member of Parliament Terrence Campbell filed a Fixed Date Application for Judicial Review and Constitutional Relief in the High Court…
Youth empowered through “Green Entrepreneurship”
Youth across Regions Two and Four are tapping into opportunities in “green entrepreneurship,” business development, and financial literacy, complemented by a structured post-training mentorship programme–with…
Probe ordered into alleged sexual misconduct at Police Force Academy
The Ministry of Home Affairs has launched a full investigation into allegations of sexual exploitation, abuse of authority, and misconduct at the Police Force Academy.…
Canadian fintech 4Pay targets Guyana for expansion
Canadian-based financial technology firm 4Pay Inc. is eyeing Guyana as a priority market for expansion, holding talks with senior officials from the Guyana Office for…
No unusual movements at borders but Guyana remains on high alert
Local security forces have not detected any unusual movements along Guyana’s borders, but the country remains on high alert following a U.S. operation in Venezuela…