Aug 12, 2025
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Five new Cuban-trained doctors return home to enhance workforce
Guyana’s health system will soon welcome five newly qualified medical doctors, all trained in Cuba, as part of ongoing efforts to meet the growing demand…
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Exxon eyes replicating Guyana success in Trinidad and Tobago
Exxon Mobil could invest as much as US$21.7 billion in Trinidad and Tobago if the US energy major finds reserves in a large deepwater area…
Jagdeo: Major focus on boosting citizens’ disposable income
Increasing citizens’ disposable income and enabling them to build personal wealth remain key priorities of the government, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo said on Monday.…
GECOM warns against bribes, hate speech and voter coercion
Bribing voters, spreading hate and coercing a person to vote in a particular way are among a range of actions considered election offences under Guyanese…
Ramlall sisters lead Guyana to dominant win over Suriname at CASH
The Ramlall sisters, along with Kassidy Woolford, combined for an impressive 73 points to lead Guyana to a 91–72 victory over Suriname during the Georgetown…
Murder suspect arrested in Berbice
A suspect in the alleged murder of Shezida Bibi Hanif was arrested earlier today during a targeted police operation at No. 66 Public Road, Corentyne,…
Last concrete slab for New Demerara River Bridge set for August 25
The final slab of concrete to connect the new US$262 million Demerara River Bridge from East to West is slated to be laid on August…
Driver remanded over accident that killed schoolboy
A 22-year-old labourer from Crabwood Creek has been remanded to prison after being charged with causing death by dangerous driving, failing to render assistance, and…
Special tax incentives for families led by single women
Families led by single mothers will receive special tax incentives, President Irfaan Ali said on Sunday. Speaking at a rally in Bath, Region Five, Ali…
Onverwagt prawns project to rake in $1.5B by year end
The major prawns project launched at Onverwagt in Region Five is expected to generate $1.5 billion by the end of 2025. This was announced by…
Essequibo Muslim leaders back President Irfaan Ali for second term
Two prominent Muslim scholars from Region Two — Shaykh Faoud Mohamed and Moulana Yunus McLennan — have thrown their support behind President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan…
Tourist arrivals in surge on stronger air links, diaspora travel
The Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce said Guyana recorded 242,655 visitor arrivals between January and July 2025, an 18 per cent increase from 205,646…
Isuzu returns to Guyana with Marics as authorised dealer
Guyana’s automotive market received a major boost on Saturday evening with the official re-introduction of the Isuzu brand through Marics and Company Limited, now the…
Close to 5,000 Amerindians employed as CSOs
Nearly 5,000 Amerindians are now employed as Community Service Officers (CSOs) under government programmes, Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo said on Friday. Addressing a PPP/C…
High Commission of India celebrates World Sanskrit Day and Raksha Bandhan
The High Commission of India, in collaboration with the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre (SVCC), the Ayush Information Cell, the Badrinauth Ashram Essequibo, and the Brahmakumaris…
Scores complete ‘Learn to Swim’ programme
The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports has successfully wrapped up its ‘Learn to Swim’ programme in Region Six, a free initiative that allowed participants…
100,000 acres of agricultural land to be unlocked in Berbice
The government announced plans on Friday to unlock 100,000 acres of farmland in Berbice as part of a five-year strategy to boost the region’s agricultural…
Major cut in household costs, wealth creation planned for Wakenaam
President Irfaan Ali on Friday pledged to remove household burdens and create wealth for residents of Wakenaam, outlining a series of investments aimed at transforming…