Jun 28, 2025
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$75M D&I structure to bring relief to Lanaballi farmers
Lanaballi, a small farming community located up the Essequibo River, will benefit from the construction of a control structure to support drainage and irrigation for...
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75 Buxtonians awarded contracts for infrastructure, drainage works
Seventy-five residents of Buxton, East Coast Demerara, have been awarded contracts by the Public Works Ministry to complete several critical infrastructural and drainage works. The...
Barrack labourer charged with child rape
Andre Stuger, a 53-year-old barrack labourer from Sparendaam, was arrested on Wednesday and charged today by ranks of the Sparendaam Police Station with the offence...
Parika to become international port facility
An international port facility will be constructed at Parika in Region Three, allowing Guyanese businesses to ship their goods to countries in the Caribbean region...
GDF, Brazilian military conduct joint patrols to strengthen border security
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) and the Brazilian Armed Forces have completed joint international patrols in the border areas near Lethem and Bonfim, as well...
Sparta Boss and Road Warriors to clash in Futsal final
The Cliff Anderson Sports Hall buzzed with excitement on Tuesday night as the inaugural June Madness Futsal Championship semi-finals unfolded, showcasing fierce rivalries both on...
’Sir Mars’ murder accused Brian Richards committed to stand trial
Brian Richards was on Friday committed to stand trial for the 2023 murder of popular entertainer and educator Kirwyn Mars, also known as "Sir Mars"....
Guyana ready to lead in biodiversity protection
Guyana is well-positioned to lead the revolution on protecting biodiversity, said Government of Guyana Advisor, Kevin Hogan. He stated that the country, having established its...
A loss for WIIN: GECOM rules against political use of national symbols
The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has ruled that political parties cannot use national symbols in their branding, following controversy over a new party’s use of...
Missing sisters found safe on Essequibo Coast
Two sisters who were reported missing on June 21, 2025, have been found safe on the Essequibo Coast. Police ranks on mobile patrol around 20:00...
GECOM, partners meet to strengthen communications for electoral integrity
The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM), with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the United Kingdom, crafted new strategies to strengthen electoral communication...
PPP to launch elections campaign in early July
The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) will officially launch its 2025 election campaign in early July and is currently finalising candidate selections across all 10 regions....
Students to receive transportation grant
The government will roll out a transportation grant for students once re-elected for a second term, said People’s Progressive Party (PPP) General Secretary, Dr. Bharrat...
Residency cards for foreigners under new biometric ID system
Foreigners and non-residents living in Guyana will be issued residency cards as part of a new national biometric identification system aimed at enhancing border control,...
Dr Jagdeo salutes parents, teachers for their sacrifices
People’s Progressive Party (PPP) General Secretary, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, on Thursday extended congratulations to National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA) pupils who received their results, giving...
Public servants to get salary increase before elections
Public servants will be paid the 2025 retroactive salary before the September 1 Regional and General Elections, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo said on Thursday. Speaking...
Forde sisters expanding food business
For many, pursuing a course offered by the Board of Industrial Training (BIT) is about gaining new knowledge. But for sisters Tia and Tameira Forde,...
Unidentified man fatally stabbed, suspect in custody
An unidentified man was fatally stabbed at the Vreed-en-Hoop Stelling, West Coast Demerara on Wednesday evening, police said, as investigations continue into what is being...