Jul 29, 2025
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Improved water access for 1,000 Santa Rosa residents
Approximately 1,000 residents of Santa Rosa Islands in Region One will soon have better access to a consistent supply of potable water, as the government…
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Large-scale cocoa, coffee cultivation to commence in Region One; some 3,000 jobs to be created
Guyana and the Dominican Republic have launched large-scale cocoa and coffee cultivation in Region One, under a new bilateral agreement aimed at boosting agricultural output,…
Deputy commissioner says zero tolerance for corrupt cops
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) is ramping up efforts to root out corruption in the organisation and rebuild public trust through a series of internal…
Australia seal 5-0 win in West Indies T20 series
Australia completed a comprehensive 5-0 clean sweep against West Indies in their T20 series by winning the final match of their tour by three wickets.…
From doubles to construction: Trini entrepreneurs ‘cashing in’ on Guyana’s economic boom
On East Grove Main Road, a busy stretch in Georgetown, Guyana, a doubles shed stands at the roadside. Overlooking the small tent is a MovieTowne…
Medical school, engineering faculty on card for Region Two
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has unveiled an ambitious development agenda for Region Two, announcing the establishment of a medical school and a faculty of…
Cheaper gas, electricity for Guyanese households if re-elected, says vice president
Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has assured residents of Region Two that the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) remains committed to improving lives across Guyana. Outlining…
Digital payment system, transportation grant for pensioners
Senior citizens are set to benefit from a major digital upgrade as the government prepares to launch an electronic payment system aimed at improving the…
Laura George elected AFC’s Prime Ministerial candidate
The Alliance For Change (AFC) has elected indigenous rights advocate Laura George as its Prime Ministerial candidate for the upcoming September 1, 2025 General and…
Global Biodiversity Alliance preparing for COP 30
Founding members of the recently formed Global Alliance on Biodiversity will be seeking additional support from world leaders when a high-level team attends the 30th…
Corentyne family devastated after fire guts home days before move-in
A Corentyne, Berbice family’s dream of moving into their very own home has been shattered — after the house was completely destroyed by fire, just…
33 new species of fish discovered in Guyana’s remote forest
Thirty-three new species of fish were discovered in the Acarai-Corentyne Corridor in Guyana—a country already rich in biodiversity—during a rapid inventory by a team of…
Global Biodiversity Summit exhibition showcases innovation and conservation partnerships
The Global Biodiversity Summit 2025 concluded today at the Arthur Chung Convention Centre, capping two days of high-level dialogue on biodiversity protection with a vibrant…
Stokes, openers put England on top against India
Ben Stokes' first five-wicket haul in eight years and a dizzying opening partnership gave England much the better of the second day of the fourth…
Guyana partners with Silvania to unlock biodiversity finance
Guyana has signed a landmark Letter of Intent (LOI) with Silvania, a global natural capital investment platform, to develop innovative approaches to valuing and financing…
Suspect in fatal shooting of teen girl arrested
Police have arrested Travel Daniels Hammer, 18, an unemployed resident of Trench Road, East La Penitence, Georgetown, in connection with the shooting that claimed the…
Increased investment to drive port modernisation
President Dr Irfaan Ali has promised increased investments to modernise ports across Guyana if re-elected for another term. Speaking at the Shipping Association of Guyana’s…
US backs forensic laboratory upgrade in Guyana to tackle crime, strengthen justice
Guyana’s ability to fight crime and secure convictions is set for a major boost following a week-long technical assessment of the Guyana Forensic Science Laboratory…