Oct 2, 2025
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More than $1B worth of cannabis destroyed in Joint Police Operation
Over $1 billion worth of cannabis was found and destroyed on Wednesday during a joint narcotics eradication exercise conducted by ranks of the Guyana Police...
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GPF launches major crackdown; Minibus operators to face fines for defying 2018 fare mandate
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) Traffic Department confirmed on October 2, 2025, that it is launching a stricter enforcement campaign to hold minibus operators accountable...
Jagdeo: Gov’t to Address Gun License Backlog, Strengthen Social Support Systems
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo on Thursday outlined government plans to tackle longstanding challenges in governance, including gun license processing, social assistance, pensions, rice pricing,...
Government, private sector, and citizens urged to secure sustainable growth
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has urged all sectors of society to collaborate in using Guyana’s oil wealth to build a sustainable and equitable future for...
Inclusive development key to translating oil wealth into citizen benefits, says President Ali
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has emphasized that policies governing Guyana’s oil revenues must prioritize social equity, ensuring that no group, village, or hinterland community is...
SDGs guide Guyana’s development path, says President Ali
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has affirmed that Guyana’s economic growth must align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring that the nation’s oil...
President Ali calls on private sector to turn oil revenues into jobs and commerce
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has highlighted the vital role of the private sector in translating Guyana’s oil wealth into economic opportunities and improved standards of...
Fifteen new dialysis units to open in Guyana by end of 2025
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has announced that 15 new dialysis units will be established across Guyana by the end of 2025, significantly expanding access to...
Gov’t expands primary and preventative healthcare
President Dr Irfaan Ali highlighted ongoing investments in primary and preventative healthcare to reduce disease risks across Guyana. Over the past three years, 25 new...
Guyana strengthens pandemic preparedness with ‘One Health Project’
Guyana is moving to bolster its ability to detect and respond to health threats through the launch of the One Health Project, President Dr. Irfaan...
Electronic health records to launch at GPHC by 2026
President Dr Irfaan Ali said Guyana is advancing the digitisation of patient records, with Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) set to go live with an...
Guyana to integrate AI in Healthcare System
President Dr Irfaan Ali has announced that his Government will introduce artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into Guyana’s healthcare system to improve efficiency and strengthen the...
Jagdeo outlines major social support, housing and infrastructure initiatives in 2026 Budget
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo on Thursday outlined a suite of initiatives expected in the 2026 National Budget, including new housing support programmes, expanded social...
Court of Appeal dismisses FGM challenge over ballot exclusion
The Court of Appeal has ruled that it has no jurisdiction to hear the case filed by the Forward Guyana Movement (FGM), which challenged its...
Inaugural Drag Race Meet set for Berbice on October 12
The Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC) is expanding its national reach with its first-ever drag racing event in Berbice on October 12. The...
Transparency, accountability necessary for oil sustainability – President Ali
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has emphasized that the sustainability of Guyana’s oil wealth relies on transparency, accountability, and prudent governance. He made the remarks on...
“Cleanliness begins at home, and our home is Guyana”- DPS MLGRD
Deputy Permanent Secretary Dr. Josh Kanhai is urging young people and residents to take personal responsibility for waste management, saying, “If you have garbage in...
Global Shapers Georgetown hub seeks young changemakers
The Georgetown Hub of the Global Shapers Community is inviting young leaders aged 18 to 27 to apply and take part in initiatives aimed at...