Jan 24, 2026
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Barama ramps up plywood manufacturing with $1B reinvestment
Barama Company Limited has completed a more than $1 billion reinvestment aimed at significantly expanding plywood production capacity, marking a major milestone in the company’s…
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GCCI: Arbitrary shipping fees, delays threaten local businesses
Shipping companies operating in Guyana have come under scrutiny for arbitrary price hikes, delays in delivery and the sidelining of local businesses. The Georgetown Chamber…
$168M Cullen Sea Defence Project brings long-term protection for Region Two residents
The $168 million sea defence project at Cullen has surpassed the 50 per cent completion mark, officials said on Friday, as the government continues to…
54 brought before courts for illegal mining
Forty-four individuals have been arrested, charged, and brought before the courts for engaging in illegal mining activities across Guyana, the Ministry of Natural Resources said…
Venture Summit to strengthen skills, network for women-led businesses
ActionINVEST Caribbean Inc. has announced the launch of the HerVenture Summit & Expo 2026 and opened registration for the event, scheduled for March 8, 2026,…
MODEC, Petra launches Tertiary School Football tournament
MODEC will be the title sponsors of the Petra Organised inaugural tertiary school football tournament, slated for a February eighth kickoff at various grounds across…
National Assembly to Elect Leader of the Opposition on Monday
The election of the next Leader of the Opposition will take place on Monday, January 26, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., Speaker of the National Assembly…
Central Government to lead Georgetown sanitisation efforts amid City Council failures
Minister of Local Government and Regional Development Priya Manickchand said the government will take decisive action to address sanitation issues in Georgetown, citing what she…
Jamaica praises GDF for Hurricane Melissa recovery work
Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness praised the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) on Friday for its professionalism and contribution to post-disaster recovery following Hurricane Melissa, describing…
Hotel boom signals Guyana’s entry into competitive tourism market
Guyana is rapidly emerging as one of the Caribbean and South America’s leading tourism destinations, buoyed by major investments in infrastructure, security and workforce development,…
GBTI launches private banking to meet growing demand for sophisticated financial services
GBTI on Friday launched private banking services, signalling growing sophistication in the financial system and confidence in the country’s economic trajectory. President Dr Mohamed Irfaan…
$120M digital X-ray system commissioned at Upper Demerara Hospital
The Upper Demerara Hospital in Region Ten commissioned a state-of-the-art digital X-ray machine on Friday, marking a significant step in the Government’s healthcare modernisation efforts.…
Mabura Health Centre, staff quarters open to boost services in Region 10 hinterland communities
The Mabura Health Centre and staff quarters in Region Ten were commissioned on Tuesday as part of the government’s efforts to expand healthcare services in…
South Dakota Circuit set for upgrades ahead of GT Challenge
The South Dakota Circuit in Guyana is set for a major upgrade after a comprehensive inspection this week aimed at preparing the facility for international…
Modern school for children with disabilities opens in West Coast Demerara
The modern ‘Yas School of Inspiration’ in Crane on the West Coast Demerara (WCD) opened on Thursday, offering 50 children with disabilities access to world-class…
MSEs to benefit from US$5M IDB-IPED financing deal
Micro and small enterprises (MSEs) in Guyana are set to benefit from additional financing after the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) signed a US$5 million loan…
New dawn at Bamia Primary School
Parents of students attending the newly-constructed Bamia Primary School at Amelia’s Ward, Linden, say they are elated about their children’s transition into the modern facility.…
Firearms seized in Sophia and Lusignan, suspects in custody
Police have seized eight firearms and two rounds of ammunition during an intelligence-led operation on Tuesday, taking several suspects into custody, authorities said. The operation,…