Aug 28, 2026
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Planning begins for new Mackenzie Market in Linden
Planning for a new Mackenzie Market in Linden has begun following a visit to the town by a team from the Local Government Ministry, including...
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Engineering dreams take shape for CSEC standout from Huis’T Dieren
Surprised by his own success, 16-year-old Bhavin Griffith is turning his outstanding 2026 CSEC results into the first step toward becoming an engineer. Griffith, of...
Two Indonesians die, four other foreign nationals injured in Timehri accident
Two Indonesian nationals died and four other foreign nationals were injured in a collision involving a truck and two minibuses on the Timehri Public Road,...
Faster bedside diagnosis for patients as 12 physicians complete ultrasound training
Twelve physicians at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) can now perform ultrasound scans at a patient's bedside, after completing specialised training designed to speed...
High import duties threaten Guyana’s gold hub ambitions, says Gaskin
High import duties on jewellery-related materials and supplies could undermine Guyana's efforts to become a global gold and jewellery hub by 2030. Technical Consultant at...
Grieving elderly father cries for justice after daughter dies in Corentyne accident
An elderly Corentyne man is calling for justice after his 47-year-old daughter died on Thursday afternoon when she was struck by a heavy-duty lorry along...
WIN MP Natasha Singh granted bail, man remains in custody in gun probe
We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) Member of Parliament Natasha Singh has been released on $200,000 cash bail while a man remains in Police custody, police...
Pitamber, Joshi to lead Guyana at 46th Chess Olympiad in Samarkand
The Guyana Chess Federation (GCF) has named the National Open and Women's teams that will represent Guyana at the 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad in Samarkand,...
Ban on MV Canawaima lifted, ferry service resumes today
Guyana has welcomed the lifting of a ban on the MV Canawaima, with the ferry service set to resume operations from today. The service was...
Court dismisses PNCR lawsuit over Lethem headquarters, rules occupation of building was ’permission, not right’
The High Court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the People's National Congress Reform (PNCR) against the Attorney General, Mr Dale Kennedy and the Regional...
Single mother of four finds peace under a roof that no longer leaks or winds that threaten children’s safety
For 32-year-old Doodmattie Ross, a single mother of four from Vryheid, West Canje, Berbice, home is now a place where she and her children can...
Walk-in passport applications ending October 1, service shifts fully online
The Immigration Department will end walk-in passport applications from October 1, 2026, shifting to a fully online appointment system, authorities said. Deputy Chief Immigration Officer...
Ten local farmers win tickets, accommodation for Warriors-Knight Riders CPL match, 10 more for IPL in Mumbai next year
Ten farmers from across Guyana are set to attend a Caribbean Premier League (CPL) match after being selected in a countrywide promotion organised by agricultural...
Father’s hardship becomes son’s motivation for outstanding performance at CSEC
Mohamed Safraz Hussain remembers walking to primary school without a uniform, wearing whatever shoes he had. Decades later, watching his 16-year-old son secure 12 Grade...
’Bouncing up’ during travel nears end as asphalt work begins on Palmyra–Moleson Creek Highway
After years of navigating potholes and narrow lanes, residents along the Corentyne corridor say they are encouraged by the sight of asphalt now being laid...
Lusignan Golf Course set for Greensome showdown this Sunday
The Lusignan Golf Club will host its Greensome Golf Tournament at the Lusignan Golf Course on Sunday, featuring pairs competing in a Better Ball Medal...