Feb 12, 2026
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Minister Indar: Sudden and prolonged blackouts being addressed
The Ministry of Public Utilities and Aviation is implementing measures to prevent sudden disruptions in electricity supply and reduce prolonged power outages, Minister Deodat Indar…
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City streets, green spaces, and iconic sites to get $2.8B makeover
Some $2.8 billion has been set aside for the Georgetown Enhancement Programme, aimed at improving infrastructure, public spaces, and restoring iconic sites across the capital.…
Stricter penalties for drivers with unpaid tickets
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali said on Friday that drivers who fail to pay traffic tickets will face stricter penalties under a new technology-driven…
Young guns fire at Michael Paris Pepsi U16 boxing show
Guyana’s emerging boxing talent was on full display on Saturday when the Guyana Boxing Association (GBA) staged the Michael Paris Pepsi U16 Developmental Tournament at…
Fisheries cooperatives connect with buyers and banks
Efforts to reduce gaps in Guyana’s seafood value chain and support more stable, profitable business relationships were the focus of a one-day workshop held on…
Belle Vue Pump Station 29 per cent complete, 30 contractors blacklisted
The $865 million Belle Vue Pump Station is now 29 per cent complete, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha said on Tuesday. Speaking during the 2026 Budget…
High-speed chase ends in arrests, cocaine seizure
Two men, Shaquille Gordon and Ravindranauth Persaud, were arrested on Saturday after a Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) operation recovered suspected cocaine, authorities said. Gordon, driving…
Legislative overhaul targets investment climate and market confidence
More than 40 bills and regulations will be introduced in Guyana’s National Assembly as the government moves to modernise the country’s legal and regulatory framework,…
Finance Minister: 58 per cent poverty rate occurred during APNU-AFC period in government
Finance Minister Ashni Singh on Friday said opposition claims that 58 per cent of the population lives in poverty are based on data from a…
GMR&SC greenlights South Dakota upgrades ahead of GT challenge
The Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC) is set to transform the South Dakota Circuit into a world-class racing venue. President Mahendra Boodhoo officially…
Lall and Vieira/Brijmohan reign supreme at Dakota 100
The silence at the South Dakota Circuit was shattered last Sunday as the Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC) officially launched its 2026 competitive…
Sooryavanshi 175 makes India six-time champions
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi gave another demonstration of his prodigious talent with a record-breaking innings in Harare as India completed a dominant run at the Under-19 World…
98,500 students to receive free health screenings
About 98,500 students across Guyana are expected to receive free health screenings under Budget 2026, Health Minister Frank Anthony said on Wednesday, as the government…
1,000 truck clamps to be deployed against illegal parking
The Ministry of Public Works has purchased 1,000 truck clamps as part of a crackdown on delinquent drivers and truck owners who park heavy-duty…
Infrastructure drive delivers 12,000 projects, lifts jobs and connectivity
The Ministry of Public Works has executed more than 12,000 infrastructure projects nationwide and awarded over 5,000 contracts under the government’s development programme, Minister…
Trial opens for Berbice contractor accused of raping minor
A 12-member jury was empanelled on Tuesday at the Berbice High Court as the trial of a 40-year-old contractor accused of raping a child got…
Guyana, Belize deepen ties across defence, education, tourism and investment
The Governments of Guyana and Belize have reaffirmed their longstanding friendship and Caribbean ties by signing a series of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to strengthen…
Pakistan pull out of India T20 World Cup match, give no reason
Pakistan will boycott their game against India at the 2026 T20 World Cup. A post issued by the Government of Pakistan’s official X account said…