May 4, 2026
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Soldier shot during border patrol
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) has confirmed that one of its ranks was injured earlier today during a boat patrol along the western border in…
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Long-standing acceptance bars Venezuela’s challenge to 1899 award, Guyana argues
Distinguished international law expert Dr Nilufer Oral told the International Court of Justice (ICJ) that Venezuela accepted and complied with the 1899 Arbitral Award for…
Linden comes alive with Town Week
Linden is in the spotlight with a host of cultural, sporting and entertainment activities as Town Week 2026 continues, marking the town’s 56th anniversary. The…
President’s College retains kayaking title
Defending champions President’s College successfully retained their title at the ExxonMobil Guyana Regional Inter-Schools Kayaking Competition, finishing with 69 points. The competition, organised by Elite…
Madalene Hill turns 100
Essequibo Coast resident Madalene Hill on Sunday celebrated her 100th birthday with family and friends from across Guyana and overseas. Hill, who was born in…
Chase Academic thrash Santa Rosa 6-0 to claim Massy U-18 title
Chase Academic Foundation delivered a commanding performance to win the 12th Massy Distribution Under-18 School Football Tournament, thrashing Santa Rosa Secondary 6–0 in the final…
Journalists must be fearless in the pursuit of truth, says GPA
The Guyana Press Association (GPA) has marked World Press Freedom Day 2026 with a call for journalists to “be fearless in the pursuit of their…
48 per cent of 51,000 e-traffic tickets issued unpaid
About 48 per cent of more than 51,000 traffic e-tickets issued under Guyana’s Safe Road Intelligence System (SRIS) remain unpaid, while over $205 million has…
Unidentified body discovered at Capoey Lake
Police in Regional Division Two are investigating the discovery of a decomposed body found on Friday at Capoey Lake on the Essequibo Coast. The yet-to-be-identified…
Leopold Street crowned kings of Georgetown street football
In a dazzling display, Leopold Street emerged as champions of the Georgetown leg of the Guinness Greatest of the Streets competition, claiming victory early on…
Family unity powers Lambert’s thriving food business
At Main and Theatre Alley in New Amsterdam, Region Six, the aroma of freshly prepared burgers and coffee tells a larger story of resilience, family…
Letter: CARICOM’s principled support for Guyana must be reflected in conduct of official engagements
Dear Editor, Venezuela’s new President, Delcy Rodriguez, by virtue of the fact that Nicolas Maduro has been removed by the US government and is on…
Press freedom report by Reporters Without Borders on Guyana ’deeply flawed,’ says Minister McCoy
The government has rejected a Reporters Without Borders (RSF) assessment that says press freedom has declined in the country, calling the findings “deeply flawed” and…
GBTI reports $4.5 billion profit, driven by lending growth, digital expansion
Guyana Bank for Trade and Industry Limited (GBTI) reported an 8.2 per cent rise in annual profit and signalled a stronger push into digital banking…
Workers celebrated for contributions to nation’s development
Guyana marked International Labour Day on Friday with parades in Georgetown led by the Federation of Independent Trade Unions of Guyana (FITUG) and the Guyana…
$3B aid package announced for rice farmers
A $3 billion package will be set aside to support rice farmers as global market challenges intensify, President Dr Irfaan Ali announced on Thursday. The…
CARICOM warns against use of community platforms to legitimise territorial claims before the ICJ
CARICOM on Tuesday affirmed that community platforms and engagements should not be used, directly or indirectly, to advance or appear to legitimise territorial claims currently…
Dr Singh returns as Region Five Chamber president amid push for business growth
Dr Amarnauth Singh has been re-elected President of the Region No. 5 Chamber of Industry and Commerce at its Annual General Meeting on Sunday, as…