Feb 20, 2025
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Body of cop recovered in Puruni River
The body of Lance Corporal Batson was recovered at approximately 14:00 hrs today in the Puruni River. A search party comprising four boats and 12...
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Dr Singh: Now is the time to invest in Guyana’s booming economy
The government is making significant strides in diversifying and fortifying the non-oil economy, with impressive growth across agriculture, construction, and mining sectors, said Senior Minister...
Jagdeo responds to ‘bloated list’ claims
Vice-President and General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, has reaffirmed that the Official List of Electors (OLE) will serve as...
VP restates government’s willingness to assist ‘misled’ Mocha squatters
Despite the “misleading” advice given to a small number of Mocha squatters who sued the State over lands they occupied and lost, Vice-President Bharrat Jagdeo...
Puran Brothers: From humble beginnings to major contractor in O&G sector
With just one tractor and trailer, Puran Brothers Limited has grown from humble beginnings since its founding in 1987 to become a significant player in...
Institute of Internal Auditors elects new executives, board
Jaigopaul Ram has been elected as the new President of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) following the organisation’s recent Annual General Meeting. During the...
Silicon Valley experts showcase AI solutions for development
With the government recognising the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in national development, President Dr Irfaan Ali joined other Heads of Government for a presentation...
GCCI lauds legislation supporting ‘growth of business’
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has commended the government on the timely passage of legislation that supports the growth of businesses, particularly...
Cash grant recipients plan to invest money wisely
Hundreds of residents from Mocha/Arcadia, Perseverance, and Prosperity received a much-needed financial boost on Wednesday, as they collected their $100,000 cash grant. For many, the...
Explore myriad investment opportunities, Minister Bharrat urges investors
Natural Resources Minister Vickram Bharrat has urged current and prospective investors to explore opportunities across multiple industries. Speaking at the Guyana Energy Conference & Supply...
Stanleytown man remanded for rape of girl,12
Andrew Bhola, 25, of Lot 42 Stanleytown, New Amsterdam, Berbice, was arrested and charged for rape committed on a 12-year-old female. The charge was laid...
Trade barriers, transportation, elections among key topics at CARICOM heads meeting
President Dr Irfaan Ali has outlined Guyana’s agenda for the 48th Regular Meeting of CARICOM Heads of Government, which opens today in Barbados. The President,...
Oxford Professor: Guyana on right path to transformation
Distinguished Professor of Economics and Public Policy, Sir Paul Collier has supported the Guyana government’s insistence on using oil revenue to develop “durable assets” that...
Swift action by Counter-Trafficking in Persons Unit leads to teen’s rescue
The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security has commended the work of the Counter-Trafficking in Persons (C-TIP) Unit following the successful rescue of a...
Energy Conference showcases cutting-edge solutions to sector
The Machinery Corporation of Guyana Limited (MACORP) is positioning itself as a key partner in the country’s growing oil and gas industry after years of...
GMCG making good use of networking opportunities at Energy Conference
Companies and exhibitors attending this year’s Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo are capitalising on opportunities offered through the oil and gas sector. One...
PNC/APNU supports increased security along Guyana-Venezuela border
The Opposition, People’s National Congress Reform/A Partnership for National Unity (PNCR/APNU), has called for enhanced security along the Guyana-Venezuela border in light of the recent...
Dominican Republic, Guyana to decide on petroleum agreements soon
President of the Dominican Republic, Luis Abinader, has announced his country’s readiness to finalise petroleum exploration agreements with the Government of Guyana as part of...
Lance Corporal Batson feared drowned
Police are investigating an incident on Tuesday that resulted in the suspected drowning of Lance Corporal Batson, which occurred on the Puruni River, a tributary...
Pegasus adding upscale hotel to tourism, hospitality sector
The sod was turned on Tuesday for the construction of the Pegasus New Branded Hotel, a US$45 million investment that is expected to significantly boost...
Guyana, Dominican Republic set sights on premium tourism destination
Guyana and the Dominican Republic are set to strengthen their partnership in the tourism sector, aiming to market a shared premium tourism destination. President Dr...
‘Taste of Guyana’ delights visitors at Energy Conference
Attendees at this year’s Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo are being treated to a flavourful journey through the country’s rich culinary heritage, thanks...
US company planning major investment in O&G sector
A US-based company is planning a major investment in Guyana’s oil and gas sector, aiming to process 30,000 barrels of oil daily by the end...
President Ali visits injured soldiers
President Dr Irfaan Ali visited the injured soldiers at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) this evening, following the attack on the military patrol vessel...
Local Content App set to launch at Energy Conference
The Natural Resources Ministry is set to officially launch the Local Content (LC) App, designed to facilitate the integration of local companies into the lucrative...
Venezuela’s ambassador summoned; Guyana strongly condemns attack on GDF supply vessel
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Hilton Todd, today summoned Venezuela’s Ambassador to Guyana, Carlos Perez, to condemn and demand redress for Monday’s...
President Ali: Human capital, infrastructural development heart of Guyana’s transformation
Guyana is strengthening global partnerships and collaborations to drive national development, with a focus on creating world-class training and upskilling opportunities for both local and...
Prime Minister meets One Communications Guyana over service disruptions
One Communications Guyana Deputy Chief Executive Officer Richard Stanton has explained that the recent service disruptions affecting mobile customers were due to unexpected challenges arising...
Partnerships key to maximising opportunities in O&G sector
Natural Resources Minister Vickram Bharrat has called on local businesses to form partnerships and consortiums to fully capitalise on opportunities in the growing oil and...
President Ali speaks with injured soldiers
President Dr Irfaan Ali has expressed deep concern for the well-being of the Defence Force soldiers who were injured in Monday's attack on a military...
GDF mobilises to reinforce presence following armed attack near Venezuelan border
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) has mobilised to reinforce its presence along the Cuyuni River after an armed attack on a resupply patrol on Monday....
Guyana heading for ’new wave’ of economic opportunity
Chief Investment Officer and Agency Head of the Guyana Office for Investment, Dr. Peter Ramsaroop, has urged investors to pay attention to the government’s development...
Le Repentir Cemetery to be upgraded
The government has confirmed plans to upgrade Le Repentir Cemetery and elevate it to the status of a national memorial, with work set to begin...
Six soldiers injured in armed attack by suspected Sindicato members
Six members of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) sustained gunshot wounds following an armed attack near Black Water Mouth, Cuyuni River, on February 17, 2025....
Guyana urges Venezuela to eschew aggression, respect sovereignty of other states
Guyana today observed the 59th anniversary of the 1966 Geneva Agreement, calling on neighbouring Venezuela to eschew aggression, pursue a path of peace, and respect...
Vreed-en-Hoop man gets 48 months for Trafficking in Persons
Asif Mohamed Abrahim was on Friday sentenced to 48 months in prison for Trafficking in Persons and one month for assault for offences committed against...
Wider choices available for workers today, says Minister Singh
Increased job opportunities in Guyana’s growing oil economy are a primary reason employees can easily transition between public and private sector jobs, according to Senior...
Minister Singh: Public servants can choose between pension and gratuity
Guyanese public workers have the freedom to choose a gratuity or a lump-sum payment upon retirement, unlike under the previous administration. Senior Minister in the...
Suspects in armed robbery of Chinese nationals granted bail
Andra Stewart, Nya John, Negus Lamaizon, and Matthew Jahlu have been charged in connection with an alleged robbery under arms committed on Chinese nationals Liu...
Search at Mazaruni Prison unearths marijuana, improvised weapons
A total of 1,048 grams of marijuana and 40 improvised weapons, along with other prohibited items, were discovered during a search at Mazaruni Prison conducted...
Ambassador Singh advocates for visa-free movement to Schengen countries
An appeal to remove the Schengen visa travel restriction was made today when the President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, hosted an informal breakfast...