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May 27, 2026

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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 Irfaan Ali said on Tuesday. Ali made the announcement at a press conference at the Guyana National Stadium in Providence, held as part of the country’s Diamond Jubilee Independence […]

May 21, 2026

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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 foreign representatives should have first engaged the government before making public statements. Teixeira described it as “regrettable” that ambassadors and high commissioners did not first seek clarification from the government, […]

May 17, 2026

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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 efforts to strengthen regional governance, improve public service delivery, and advance national development programmes. The newly appointed officers are expected to work closely with regional administrations, local democratic organs, and […]

April 11, 2026

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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 in logistics and trade infrastructure. Chairman and President of the Export–Import Bank of the United States, John Jovanovic, disclosed the development during an official visit to Georgetown aimed at strengthening […]

April 10, 2026

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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 River as “unfortunate and most regrettable,” warning it could affect cross-border trade and movement between the two countries. Speaking with Ignite News during a recent visit to Region Six, Singh […]

March 28, 2026

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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 that the move amounted to the seizure of municipal property. In a statement, the ministry described the mayor’s assertions as “legally flawed” and misleading, adding that roads are public infrastructure […]

March 25, 2026

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The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) has set April 21, 2026, to hear the application for special leave to appeal filed by the Mohameds, with the matter to be conducted via video conference. In orders issued today, the Court outlined strict timelines, including deadlines for affidavits and written submissions in early April. Importantly, the […]

March 17, 2026

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As Guyana advances modernisation through technology and digitalisation, President Dr. Irfaan Ali has emphasised the importance of data-driven approaches in crime prevention strategies. The president was at the time addressing local and regional security leaders attending the week-long Prison Service Senior Officers Conference on Monday. He noted that by synchronising vast arrays of information—such as […]

February 20, 2026

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Guyana is positioning itself in the global artificial intelligence race, as Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo participates in the India AI Impact Summit, a major forum shaping how the world develops and regulates the fast-growing technology. Jagdeo was received by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and senior government officials, in a visit New Delhi says will […]

February 14, 2026

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Parliament on Friday approved the 2026 National Budget, totalling $1.558 trillion, after Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance, Dr. Ashni Singh, successfully piloted the legislation through the National Assembly. It is the first budget under the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) government since the September 2025 elections and the sixth […]

Category: Politics

New bond scheme to channel diaspora funds into development projects

Teixeira says top diplomats’ comments ‘regrettable’, announces June 5 parliamentary sitting

New regional executive officers appointed

US EXIM signals new investment push with letter of interest for deep-water ports

Finance Minister: Suriname River charges ‘unfortunate’ and ‘most regrettable’, could affect cross-border trade

Public Works Ministry: Roads not municipal property, takeover within law

CCJ interim stay: Forde welcomes ruling, Nandlall maintains appeal unlikely to succeed

Data-driven strategies central to crime-fighting, says president

Vice President Jagdeo joins world leaders at global AI summit

House approves $1.558 trillion budget

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