Apr 7, 2025
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A second chance at life through dialysis
For many individuals in Guyana, dialysis is not just a treatment – it’s a lifeline. In a country where kidney disease affects hundreds of lives,…
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Police: 259 speeding violations recorded in 12 hours
Drivers are being urged to slow down and ensure their vehicle records are up to date, as the Safe Road Intelligent System (SRIS) issued tickets…
Region Six fisherfolk to benefit from shrimp rearing project
Some 80 fisherfolk from Region Six are set to benefit from the development of brackish water shrimp ponds. During an engagement today, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar…
Housing backlog to significantly reduce by mid-year
All outstanding housing applications from various regions, with the exception of Region Four, will be addressed by mid-2025, said Housing and Water Minister Collin Croal.…
Gov’t, Linden Town Council to discuss bridge toll
The government is expected to meet with the Linden Mayor and Town Council (LM&TC) after concerns were raised over possible revenue loss following the announcement…
Guyana has sufficient evidence to initiate legal proceedings against the Mohameds
After months of engagement with United States authorities regarding information on the sanctioned Mohamed family, the Guyana government has announced that it now has enough…
Gurchuran, Dublin crowned Whiz Kids champions
The Arthur Chung Conference Centre in Liliendaal came alive with energy as the Guyana Learning Channel brought its Whiz Kids 2025 and the inaugural Whiz…
New commercial registry to integrate Guyana’s businesses with the Caribbean
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali commissioned a $447 million Deeds and Commercial Registries Authority building at Suddie, Region Two, on Wednesday. This modern edifice is…
Guyana launches new 10-year e-passport
The Guyana Police Force’s Immigration Department on Monday officially launched the new Co-operative Republic of Guyana's Ten-Year E-Passport. According to a release, the next-generation e-passport…
TVET access expands with new US$1.9M centre in Hopetown
Guyana is advancing towards universal access to Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) as the Ministry of Education expands its infrastructure to support skills…
Suspect in Housing Ministry Annex break-in arrested
Police have arrested a male suspect caught on CCTV footage entering the Ministry of Housing Annex on the night of March 2, 2025. According to…
Guyana, Panama ink agreement to eliminate passenger re-screening
Guyana and Panama have signed an agreement to eliminate the re-screening of passengers travelling between the two countries. This follows a comprehensive aviation security assessment…
Guyana, Mount Sinai, Hess Corp extend $125M healthcare agreement
The Government of Guyana on Tuesday signed a five-year, $125 million extension of its national healthcare initiative with Mount Sinai and Hess Corporation, aimed at…
Dominican Republic eager to strengthen ties with Guyana
Dominican Republic (DR) Ambassador to Guyana, Ernesto Torres-Pereyra, has hailed Guyana’s emerging oil economy as the most promising in the world and expressed enthusiasm about…
Guyana advances in anti-corruption efforts
Guyana has successfully completed its second review cycle under the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC), which took the form of an in-situ visit. According…
Trump says any country buying Venezuelan oil will face a 25 per cent tariff
President Donald Trump said Monday that he will impose tariffs of 25 per cent on any nation that purchases oil from Venezuela. “Venezuela has been…
GDF contingent arrives in St. Vincent and the Grenadines
The main contingent of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) arrived today in St. Vincent and the Grenadines to support rebuilding efforts in the aftermath of…
GCCI calls for establishment of development bank
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has called for the development of proper financial markets, the strengthening of the stock market, and the…