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May 29, 2026

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More than 90 farmers, extension officers and agricultural professionals across six regions have been trained in modern greenhouse production and digital farming technologies, as efforts intensify to modernise the agriculture sector through climate-smart, data-driven practices. The training was delivered by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in collaboration with the Ministry […]

May 29, 2026

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Melanie Football Club and Plaisance United have been crowned champions of the Commander’s Cup Youth Football Competition, which concluded recently under the coordination of Regional Division 4 ‘C’ and the East Demerara Football Association (EDFA). The tournament featured 26 teams across the Under-13 and Under-17 categories, with participation from EDFA-affiliated clubs and Police Youth Groups, […]

May 29, 2026

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Stephen Rajah, 33, broke down in tears after appearing virtually before the New Amsterdam Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, as he pleaded for bail after being charged in connection with the discovery of ten AK-47 rifles in Region Six last week. Rajah, of Back Street, Goed Fortuin Village, West Bank Demerara, was not required to plead […]

May 29, 2026

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A 17-year-old Corentyne, Berbice teenager has been remanded to the Juvenile Holding Centre after appearing in court on a murder charge in connection with the fatal stabbing of labourer Carter Baboolall, called “Baboo”, of Nigg Village. The accused appeared at the New Amsterdam Magistrate’s Court on Thursday before Magistrate Michelle Matthias. During the proceedings, his […]

May 29, 2026

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Two teachers attached to the David Rose Special Education Needs School in Georgetown have been sent on administrative leave after a video appeared online showing students at the school being abused. Education Minister Sonia Parag, in a statement, said she was “deeply disturbed and hurt” by the footage, which allegedly showed acts of abuse against […]

May 28, 2026

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Some 60 fighters are expected to compete in the Guyana Boxing Association’s (GBA) latest Development Tournament on Saturday, said national coach Lennox Daniels. The tournament, set for the National Gymnasium on Mandela Avenue from 5 p.m., will feature boxers from gyms across Guyana as part of the GBA’s grassroots development programme. Daniels said the strong […]

May 28, 2026

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The Education Ministry is strengthening measures to improve access to schooling for migrant children amid concerns that some remain outside the formal education system. This is according to Deputy Chief Education Officer Ritesh Tularam, who said the ministry has a dedicated unit focused on migrant education, tasked with improving access and providing tailored support. The […]

May 28, 2026

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Guyana stepped up efforts to attract foreign investment in the agriculture sector on Wednesday, holding talks with a Saudi delegation on expanding beef production and reviving sugar operations at the Skeldon Estate. Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha met officials from Saudi Eksab, led by Chief Investment Officer Naif Alissa, to discuss opportunities in livestock development and […]

May 28, 2026

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Educators in Linden, Region Ten, marked Guyana’s 60th Independence anniversary with a cultural showcase highlighting the country’s ethnic diversity, heritage and unity. The event, titled “Guyanese Culture and Cuisine,” was organised by the Region Ten Department of Education and brought together teachers, students and members of the public. It featured exhibitions and performances celebrating Guyana’s […]

May 28, 2026

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A Corentyne mother and her four children are homeless after a fire, confirmed to have been deliberately set, destroyed their two-bedroom home at Free Yard, Port Mourant, early Tuesday morning. Stephanie Cecil, 29, a security guard, said she was not at home at the time after deciding to stay with her mother nearby following an […]

Category: News

Farmers, officers trained in climate-smart systems to enhance productivity

Plaisance, Melanie claim Commander’s Cup youth football crowns

AK-47 case: Taxi driver weeps in court, claims he was under peer pressure

Teen remanded on murder charge; defence says he was pinned down in fatal attack

Two teachers sent on leave as investigation launched into alleged abuse at David Rose School

60 boxers ready to light up GBA Development card

Migrant unit, grants and curriculum reforms rolled out to improve education access for migrant students

Guyana, Saudi delegation discuss beef production, Skeldon sugar revival

Linden educators mark Independence with culture and cuisine showcase

Arson leaves Corentyne mother, four children homeless

Police urge public to record and report speeding, overcharging and misconduct in public transport

Gouveia re-elected PSC Chairman

Arudranauth Gossai elected President of Bar Association

Police urge public to record and report speeding, overcharging and misconduct in public transport

Gouveia re-elected PSC Chairman

Arudranauth Gossai elected President of Bar Association