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Teen drowns while crossing Siparuni River
A 16-year-old miner has drowned in the Siparuni River, Region Eight, police say. Bentley Joseph Jnr., of Circuitville, Yarrowkabra, Soesdyke-Linden Highway, died on September 20…
Sep 24, 2026
1 min readTeen drowns while crossing Siparuni River
A 16-year-old miner has drowned in the Siparuni River, Region Eight, police say. Bentley Joseph Jnr., of Circuitville, Yarrowkabra, Soesdyke-Linden Highway, died on September 20...
VAMED case: Health Ministry cleared to take possession of hospital sites
The Full Court has set aside five preservation orders against the State in a legal dispute involving VAMED Engineering GmbH, clearing the way for the...
Vickery survives scare to reach tennis semi-finals at South American Games
Guyana's Sachia Vickery produced a determined three-set performance to advance to the semi-finals of the women's singles tennis competition at the South American Games in...
- Teen drowns while crossing Siparuni River – (News)
- VAMED case: Health Ministry cleared to take possession of hospital sites – (News)
- Vickery survives scare to reach tennis semi-finals at South American Games – (News)
- President calls for permanent Caribbean seat on UN Security Council – (News)
- GCCI wants clearer government guidance to protect local oil and gas contractors – (News)
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VAMED case: Health Ministry cleared to take possession of hospital sites
The Full Court has set aside five preservation orders against the State in a legal dispute involving VAMED Engineering GmbH, clearing the way for the…
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Vickery survives scare to reach tennis semi-finals at South American Games
Guyana's Sachia Vickery produced a determined three-set performance to advance to the semi-finals of the women's singles tennis competition at the South American Games in…
President calls for permanent Caribbean seat on UN Security Council
President Irfaan Ali has renewed calls for reform of the United Nations Security Council, arguing that Latin America and the Caribbean should have permanent representation…
Sep 24, 20262 min read
GCCI wants clearer government guidance to protect local oil and gas contractors
Stronger safeguards and clearer rules are needed to ensure the benefits of Guyana's oil and gas sector are extended to local contractors, Georgetown Chamber of…
Sep 24, 20262 min read
President makes case for Rodrigues-Birkett as UN chief before global leaders
President Dr Irfaan Ali has made a pitch at the United Nations for Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett to become the world body's next Secretary-General, telling the General…
Sep 24, 20262 min read
Hamilton set to make history as first Guyanese at Scuola Pizza Championship
Lisa Hamilton is set to become the first Guyanese to compete in the Scuola Pizza Championship, taking place in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on September 26…
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Guyana urges coordinated action to tackle global food insecurity
Making healthy diets more affordable and accessible worldwide will require coordinated action across agrifood systems and sustained investment in resilience, Guyana has told a UN…
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Guyana urges Venezuela to abide by forthcoming ICJ ruling
Guyana has urged Venezuela to abide by the forthcoming International Court of Justice ruling on their border controversy, in keeping with obligations under the UN…
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CPL founding member Pete Russell to step down as CEO
Pete Russell, a founding member of the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL), is stepping down as Chief Executive Officer after 14 years, the Twenty20…
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Guyana confirmed as hosts of 2028 South American Powerlifting Championships
Guyana will host the 2028 South American Powerlifting Federation (FESUPO) Championships for the first time, the federation announced at the close of its 2026 Congress.…
Sep 24, 20262 min read
Baby survives 40 days in ICU after birth with life-threatening complications
Baby Nyron Ashby has survived a 40-day stay in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at West Demerara Hospital after being born with life-threatening complications.…
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Singh points Lindeners to new business sectors
From welding and refrigeration repairs to transportation and agro-processing, Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh says Lindeners should consider a wider range of businesses as the...
Demerara Bank puts more services at customers’ fingertips
Demerara Bank customers can now open accounts, apply for loans, pay bills and transfer money without completing physical forms or visiting a branch. The bank...
Finance Minister signs Commencement Order for Guyana Development Bank
Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance Dr Ashni Singh has signed the Commencement Order to operationalise the Guyana Development...
GCCI President: Local entrepreneurs increasingly turning to overseas suppliers amid economic boom
Guyanese entrepreneurs are increasingly looking beyond local suppliers and turning to international markets to source goods and materials, as the country's rapid economic growth creates...
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Baby Nyron Ashby has survived a 40-day stay in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at West Demerara Hospital after being born with life-threatening complications....
BritCham Guyana to host UK trade delegation, Gala Dinner in November
BritCham Guyana will welcome a UK trade delegation and host its flagship Gala Dinner in Georgetown for the first time on November 25, as part...
Pitamber draws, Couchman leads Guyana to Macau rout
Guyana's Open Chess Team eased past Macau, China, 3.5-0.5 in Round 4 of the 46th Chess Olympiad on Saturday. The result lifts the team's tally...
Guyana marks 60 Years of UN membership, reaffirms commitment to multilateralism
Guyana is marking 60 years of membership in the United Nations, reaffirming its commitment to the international body, the UN Charter, international law and the...
From Freeman Street to the Guyana Police Force: Randy Morris’ journey of determination
Growing up on Freeman Street, East La Penitence, Georgetown, Randy Morris faced the challenges that often accompany life in a tough urban community. But according...
Shipping industry seeks greater port efficiency as Guyana’s trade volumes grow
The Shipping Association of Guyana (SAG) is calling for continued improvements in port operations and cargo-handling processes as rising economic activity increases demands on the...
Tonight is the night for Guyana’s Keri Duncan
Tonight, Guyana’s Keri Duncan will step onto the Miss Global International stage in Jamaica with one goal,bringing the crown home. After months of fittings, rehearsals,...
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WIN, APNU take six days to announce more talks about talks
Six days after promising a joint statement on their meeting, WIN and APNU have revealed that they are considering appointing a team,to develop guidelines for...
New bond scheme to channel diaspora funds into development projects
The government of Guyana will launch a diaspora bond within a week to raise funds from citizens living abroad for public infrastructure projects, President Mohamed...
Teixeira says top diplomats’ comments ’regrettable’, announces June 5 parliamentary sitting
Government Chief Whip and Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Gail Teixeira has criticised comments from members of the diplomatic corps in Guyana regarding parliamentary sittings, saying...
New regional executive officers appointed
President Dr Irfaan Ali has approved the appointment of Regional Executive Officers (REOs) across all administrative regions of Guyana. The appointments form part of ongoing...
US EXIM signals new investment push with letter of interest for deep-water ports
A letter of interest for the development of deep-water ports has been issued, signalling new opportunities for expanded cooperation between Guyana and the United States...
Finance Minister: Suriname River charges ’unfortunate’ and ’most regrettable’, could affect cross-border trade
Senior Minister in the Office of the President with responsibility for Finance Dr Ashni Singh described Suriname’s reported decision to impose charges on the Corentyne...
Public Works Ministry: Roads not municipal property, takeover within law
The Ministry of Public Works said the government’s designation of 22 roads as public roads was lawful and rejected claims by Georgetown Mayor Alfred Mentore...
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Canje father, children terrorised in armed home invasion
A Bun Bush Dam, East Canje, Berbice family was left traumatised after three armed men invaded their home, assaulted the father and threatened to kill...
Vendor attacked, beaten and robbed in Berbice
A 52-year-old vendor was attacked, beaten and robbed by three men in New Amsterdam on Wednesday, police said, with approximately $100,000 in cash stolen during...
Qatar’s industrialisation of energy resources offers valuable lessons for Guyana, says president
Qatar's success in turning its energy resources into a diversified, industrialised economy offers valuable lessons for Guyana. That was the assessment of President Dr Mohamed...
Workplace inspections top 3,000 as Labour Ministry tightens safety push
More than 3,000 workplace inspections have been carried out across Guyana so far in 2026, as the Labour Ministry moves to tighten enforcement following a...
Consequences await senior public servants over procurement, payment breaches, Jagdeo warns
Public officials who breach procurement and payment regulations will face consequences, Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo warned on Monday , as he convened a meeting...
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Businessman shot, robbed of $720,000 in chains at Sophia home
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Armed bandits beat and rob Berbice chef, threaten children during home invasion
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Two dredges and gold seized in Puruni River mining raid
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GPL says electricity theft driving up commercial losses, working to prosecute culprits
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Police inspector under close arrest after shooting minibus driver during roadside argument
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Guyana's Sachia Vickery produced a determined three-set performance to advance to the semi-finals of the women's singles tennis competition at the South American Games in...
Avinash Persaud displays his trophies
Avinash Persaud produced the standout performance at the SBM Offshore Guyana Golf Tournament on Sunday, shooting the best gross score of 69 and a net...
Motor racing championship enters high gear at South Dakota Circuit on Saturday
The Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC) will begin its 2026 championship season on Saturday at the South Dakota Circuit. The two-day event will...
Falcons soar past Kingsmen for first CPL title
The Antigua and Barbuda Falcons were crowned Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) champions for the first time after defeating the Jamaica Kingsmen by eight...
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