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GWI pushes back on corruption claims, says Sigma contract awards transparent

Aug 18, 2026

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GWI pushes back on corruption claims, says Sigma contract awards transparent

Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) on Tuesday categorically rejected allegations that it had engaged in, facilitated or condoned corrupt practices in awarding several national water infrastructure...

Region Six RDC sorting out mismatch as some weeding, cleaning contractors unaware they were awarded contracts

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Aug 18, 2026

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Region Six RDC sorting out mismatch as some weeding, cleaning contractors unaware they were awarded contracts

The Region Six Regional Democratic Council (RDC) is working to resolve mismatches between its records and a database supplied by the Ministry of Local Government...

NTFGL: Prashad’s 68 tightens gap on leader Persaud

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Aug 18, 2026

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NTFGL: Prashad’s 68 tightens gap on leader Persaud

Patrick Prashad fired a net 68 to win Round 6 of the National Top Flight Golf League (NTFGL) Tour 2 at the Lusignan Golf Course...

Power boost for Linden, other regions as GPL capacity reaches 266.3 MW

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Aug 18, 2026

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Power boost for Linden, other regions as GPL capacity reaches 266.3 MW

Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL) will receive an additional three megawatts of power in Linden, Region 10, after mining company BOSAI agreed to provide...

Under-19 cricket: Grimmond stars with bat and ball as BEI down Abram Zuil

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Aug 18, 2026

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Under-19 cricket: Grimmond stars with bat and ball as BEI down Abram Zuil

Brandon Grimmond starred with bat and ball as Berbice Educational Institute (BEI) beat Abram Zuil Secondary by six wickets in Qualifier 1 of the 2026...

Mohamed gets two pre-action letters demanding apology, retraction over Sigma Engineers claims

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Aug 18, 2026

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Mohamed gets two pre-action letters demanding apology, retraction over Sigma Engineers claims

Two attorneys have issued pre-action letters demanding apologies, retractions and the removal of a Facebook video, warning of defamation proceedings against Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed...

New E-Clinic to bring contraceptive services to remote communities

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Aug 17, 2026

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New E-Clinic to bring contraceptive services to remote communities

Access to contraceptive services could become easier for women and girls outside Georgetown, as the Guyana Responsible Parenthood Association (GRPA) prepares to launch an E-Clinic....

Indigenous women raise concern over mining’s impact on health, land

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Aug 17, 2026

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Indigenous women raise concern over mining’s impact on health, land

Indigenous women in the interior are raising concerns over the impact of mining and other development activities on their food, water, health and traditional...

Mahdia stun defending champions Eccles in tense T10 zone final

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Aug 17, 2026

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Mahdia stun defending champions Eccles in tense T10 zone final

Mahdia (Movements Family) dethroned 2025 zone champions Eccles All-Stars in a tense, high-scoring encounter to secure an eight-run victory in the East Bank/West Demerara...

’We’re here for as long as you need us,’ says Minister Persaud as Government widens support for MV Barima survivors, affected families

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Aug 17, 2026

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’We’re here for as long as you need us,’ says Minister Persaud as Government widens support for MV Barima survivors, affected families

Government is expanding psychosocial support for survivors and families affected by the MV Barima tragedy, as they continue to grapple with trauma and loss...

Linden Mayor seeks government intervention, says bridge toll affecting service delivery

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Aug 17, 2026

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Linden Mayor seeks government intervention, says bridge toll affecting service delivery

Linden Mayor Dominique Blair is appealing to the Government for intervention, claiming the removal of the Mackenzie-Wismar Bridge toll has left the municipality facing estimated...

Boy, 15, charged with manslaughter in Corriverton fisherman’s death, released into parents’ custody

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Aug 17, 2026

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Boy, 15, charged with manslaughter in Corriverton fisherman’s death, released into parents’ custody

A 15-year-old student was on Monday released into the care and custody of his parents after being charged with manslaughter in connection with the death...

Sigma Engineers denies claims by Mohamed, threatens legal action

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Aug 17, 2026

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Sigma Engineers denies claims by Mohamed, threatens legal action

Sigma Engineers Ltd Inc has categorically rejected claims by Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed that it secured millions of dollars in government contracts through political affiliation,...

Gold miner drowns after boat collision in Kabakaburi canal

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Aug 17, 2026

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Gold miner drowns after boat collision in Kabakaburi canal

A 28-year-old gold miner drowned after the boat he was operating collided with another vessel in a canal at Kabakaburi Mission, an Arawak community along...

Cricket icons Bravo, Bishop to headline CPL Hall of Fame gala in Barbados

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Aug 17, 2026

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Cricket icons Bravo, Bishop to headline CPL Hall of Fame gala in Barbados

Dwayne Bravo and Ian Bishop have been named the inaugural inductees into the newly established Caribbean Premier League (CPL) Hall of Fame, the Republic Bank...

Businessman arrested after pointing gun at motorist in Pouderoyen road spat

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Aug 17, 2026

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Businessman arrested after pointing gun at motorist in Pouderoyen road spat

A 38-year-old businessman of Pouderoyen, West Bank Demerara, has been arrested after allegedly pulling a firearm on a motorist following a road dispute on Saturday....

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GWI pushes back on corruption claims, says Sigma contract awards transparent

Region Six RDC sorting out mismatch as some weeding, cleaning contractors unaware they were awarded contracts

NTFGL: Prashad’s 68 tightens gap on leader Persaud

Power boost for Linden, other regions as GPL capacity reaches 266.3 MW

Under-19 cricket: Grimmond stars with bat and ball as BEI down Abram Zuil

Mohamed gets two pre-action letters demanding apology, retraction over Sigma Engineers claims

New E-Clinic to bring contraceptive services to remote communities

Indigenous women raise concern over mining’s impact on health, land

Mahdia stun defending champions Eccles in tense T10 zone final

’We’re here for as long as you need us,’ says Minister Persaud as Government widens support for MV Barima survivors, affected families

Linden Mayor seeks government intervention, says bridge toll affecting service delivery

Boy, 15, charged with manslaughter in Corriverton fisherman’s death, released into parents’ custody

Sigma Engineers denies claims by Mohamed, threatens legal action

Gold miner drowns after boat collision in Kabakaburi canal

Cricket icons Bravo, Bishop to headline CPL Hall of Fame gala in Barbados

Businessman arrested after pointing gun at motorist in Pouderoyen road spat

Over 260 students explore entrepreneurship at GCCI conference

Free BIT training strengthens electrical skills, income prospects

New joint venture targets technical skills growth in Guyana