May 4, 2026
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Linden comes alive with Town Week
Linden is in the spotlight with a host of cultural, sporting and entertainment activities as Town Week 2026 continues, marking the town’s 56th anniversary. The...
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Soldier shot during border patrol
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) has confirmed that one of its ranks was injured earlier today during a boat patrol along the western border in...
President’s College retains kayaking title
Defending champions President’s College successfully retained their title at the ExxonMobil Guyana Regional Inter-Schools Kayaking Competition, finishing with 69 points. The competition, organised by Elite...
48 per cent of 51,000 e-traffic tickets issued unpaid
About 48 per cent of more than 51,000 traffic e-tickets issued under Guyana’s Safe Road Intelligence System (SRIS) remain unpaid, while over $205 million has...
Unidentified body discovered at Capoey Lake
Police in Regional Division Two are investigating the discovery of a decomposed body found on Friday at Capoey Lake on the Essequibo Coast. The yet-to-be-identified...
Leopold Street crowned kings of Georgetown street football
In a dazzling display, Leopold Street emerged as champions of the Georgetown leg of the Guinness Greatest of the Streets competition, claiming victory early on...
Family unity powers Lambert’s thriving food business
At Main and Theatre Alley in New Amsterdam, Region Six, the aroma of freshly prepared burgers and coffee tells a larger story of resilience, family...
Letter: CARICOM’s principled support for Guyana must be reflected in conduct of official engagements
Dear Editor, Venezuela’s new President, Delcy Rodriguez, by virtue of the fact that Nicolas Maduro has been removed by the US government and is on...
Press freedom report by Reporters Without Borders on Guyana ’deeply flawed,’ says Minister McCoy
The government has rejected a Reporters Without Borders (RSF) assessment that says press freedom has declined in the country, calling the findings “deeply flawed” and...
GBTI reports $4.5 billion profit, driven by lending growth, digital expansion
Guyana Bank for Trade and Industry Limited (GBTI) reported an 8.2 per cent rise in annual profit and signalled a stronger push into digital banking...
Workers celebrated for contributions to nation’s development
Guyana marked International Labour Day on Friday with parades in Georgetown led by the Federation of Independent Trade Unions of Guyana (FITUG) and the Guyana...
$3B aid package announced for rice farmers
A $3 billion package will be set aside to support rice farmers as global market challenges intensify, President Dr Irfaan Ali announced on Thursday. The...
Support for rice farmers amid global market shocks
President Dr Irfaan Ali has reaffirmed support for rice farmers, as Government focuses attention on lowering production costs, boosting yields and cushioning the impact of...
Denim Day observed as calls grow to challenge rape myths and stigma
Denim Day was observed on Wednesday part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, with campaigners and officials calling for greater public awareness and stronger action against...
CARICOM warns against use of community platforms to legitimise territorial claims before the ICJ
CARICOM on Tuesday affirmed that community platforms and engagements should not be used, directly or indirectly, to advance or appear to legitimise territorial claims currently...
Dr Singh returns as Region Five Chamber president amid push for business growth
Dr Amarnauth Singh has been re-elected President of the Region No. 5 Chamber of Industry and Commerce at its Annual General Meeting on Sunday, as...
Elections fraud trial: Minister Anthony takes the stand; Mohamed and Hughes engage in fiery exchange
The election fraud case continued today before acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty, with testimony from Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony and former People’s Progressive...
Proposal seeks up to 21 free days to reduce shipping costs, port bottlenecks
The government is seeking to reduce shipping costs as persistent delays at ports continue to drive up expenses for businesses. At the centre of the...