2026 Archives

July 13, 2026

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A 36-year-old Orealla Village man has been freed of a charge relating to the possession of ammunition after the court recently ruled that the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt. The defendant, Rajiv Singh, called “Issac,” a chainsaw operator of Orealla Village, Corentyne River, Berbice, was charged with Possession of Ammunition […]

July 4, 2026

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A vessel loaded with approximately 1,800 tonnes of humanitarian relief supplies bound for earthquake-ravaged Venezuela is expected to depart from BK Wharf on Sunday, as part of Guyana’s response to the disaster. The twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on 24 June have killed more than 2,500 people, left tens of thousands missing, and prompted international […]

July 4, 2026

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Hundreds of residents braved heavy rainfall on Friday to witness the official commissioning of the Anna Regina National Stadium, a facility President Dr Irfaan Ali said would transform sport, tourism and business opportunities in Region Two. The ceremony featured an exhibition T20 match between the Shivnarine Chanderpaul XI and Brian Lara XI, along with […]

July 1, 2026

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A 65-year-old Cuban national died on Wednesday in a multi-vehicle collision on the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge Access Road, East Bank Demerara, police said. The pedestrian, Gerardo Machado Valdivia, of Providence, East Bank Demerara, died after being struck by a car while attempting to cross the road at about 06:42, police said. Police […]

July 1, 2026

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A $421.2 million annex will rise at St Joseph’s High School as officials today turned the sod, launching an expansion project that will ease overcrowding by creating space for 250 additional students. The project, funded by the World Bank, will be executed by Khemraj Nauth Incorporated and is expected to be completed within 10 […]

July 1, 2026

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The rhythmic beat of ceremonial drums echoed across Eve Leary this morning as members of the Guyana Police Force gathered in prayer, praise and reflection to mark the start of the organisation’s 187th anniversary celebrations. Long before the formal programme began, ranks dressed in immaculate ceremonial uniforms filled the Police Officers’ Mess Annexe alongside […]

June 24, 2026

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More than 1,500 Guyanese living with disabilities have benefited from an independent living programme since its launch in 2022, organisers said Wednesday, as the initiative entered its fifth phase with a target of reaching 450 more persons. The Independent Living Skills Programme, implemented by the Guyana Council of Organisations for Persons with Disabilities and funded […]

June 24, 2026

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More than 60,000 National Insurance Scheme pensioners can now access their monthly benefits through three new payment channels, following a launch on Wednesday that adds nearly 4,800 locations nationwide where payments can be received or cashed. The initiative, unveiled during the NIS Board’s 600th meeting, introduces partnerships with Mobile Money Guyana (MMG), Bill Express and […]

June 22, 2026

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Homebuyers who apply for a home loan with Demerara Bank Limited during the International Building Expo 2026 could win a brand-new BYD motor vehicle and benefit from reduced contribution requirements and waived legal fees. The promotion, available exclusively from June 25 to June 28 at the Guyana National Stadium, Providence, also includes five $100,000 […]

June 20, 2026

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Alphonso Mining said it has every legal right to mine gold and diamonds on land it acquired in 2014, rejecting accusations that it invaded a quarry belonging to Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohammed’s family to conduct illegal mining. The company also threatened legal action against those it accused of making defamatory statements on social media. […]

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Court dismisses ammunition charge against Orealla man after prosecution fails to prove case

Relief vessel bound for quake-hit Venezuela expected to depart on Sunday

Anna Regina Stadium opens new era for sport, tourism in Region Two

Cuban national dies in multi-vehicle collision on Demerara bridge road

New $421.2 million block to ease overcrowding at St. Joseph’s High

Prayer and tradition mark start of Police Force’s 187th anniversary celebrations

ExxonMobil-funded disability programme enters fifth phase, targets 450 more Guyanese

NIS pensioners can now cash benefits at MMG, Bill Express and MoneyGram locations

Demerara Bank offers BYD, cash prizes to Building Expo homebuyers

Alphonso Mining rejects claims it invaded Mohameds’ quarry, threatens legal action

Don't just criticise, play meaningful role in O&G sector, Minister Bharrat tells Opposition

Local women outnumber men in skills training, says top workforce executive

Public servants can now raise concerns directly to Minister Ally through new app

Don’t just criticise, play meaningful role in O&G sector, Minister Bharrat tells Opposition

Local women outnumber men in skills training, says top workforce executive

Public servants can now raise concerns directly to Minister Ally through new app