May 27, 2025
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Region 10 Students Included in $640M Education Grant Rollout
As part of the government’s ongoing effort to ensure equitable education for all Guyanese children, the nationwide cash grant programme has now expanded to Region...
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Guyana’s Independence Marked by Global Congratulations, US Commitment
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has extended heartfelt congratulations to the people of Guyana on the country’s 59th Independence Anniversary, reaffirming Washington’s commitment...
Creative Tourism Awards Open for Entries with UNESCO Backing
Caribbean creatives and tourism innovators now have an opportunity to gain international recognition as the Creative Tourism Network, in partnership with UNESCO Transcultura, launches the...
Ramdin Takes Helm at OAS, Calls for Unity and People-Centered Policies
Albert R. Ramdin has officially assumed office as the new Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), pledging to lead with humility, vision,...
China to back major sustainable projects in Guyana, says new envoy
Signalling a new chapter in China-Guyana relations, China’s newly appointed Ambassador to Guyana, Yang Yang, has committed to expanding cooperation between the two nations, especially...
$28.7B approved for major electricity grid expansion to support Gas-to- Energy Project
The National Assembly has approved a supplementary allocation of $28.7 billion to accelerate the expansion and modernisation of the country’s electricity transmission and distribution networks....
Venezuelans vote amid boycott calls and fears of government repression
Venezuelans are casting their ballots in legislative and regional elections under the shadow of a heightened government crackdown and opposition leaders calling for a boycott....
Journalists urged to prioritise truth over trend
"Truth should be emphasised over trends; news media is not social media." That was the powerful message delivered by international media strategist Juan Señor as...
Essequibo Coast now has 87 per cent access to clean, treated water
With the commissioning of the massive $1.2 billion Onderneeming Water Treatment Plant in Red Village, Onderneeming, Region Two, the Essequibo Coast now enjoys 87 per...
House approves $57.5 billion Supplementary Appropriation Bill
The National Assembly on Friday approved a $57.5 billion Supplementary Appropriation Bill to support ongoing development initiatives across the country. The bill was piloted by...
Support for women to convert skills into viable enterprises
The Human Services and Social Security Ministry has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Institute of Private Enterprise Development (IPED) to enhance financial...
Adrianna Younge’s case: Government reaffirms transparency in investigation, decries spreading of misinformation
The Government has reiterated its commitment to full transparency in the investigation into the death of 11-year-old Adrianna Younge, whose body was discovered in the...
Media Summit hears: News industry must innovate with a human-first approach
The President of Innovation Media Consulting Group, Juan Senor, says the news industry must innovate with a human-first approach, especially in a world increasingly shaped...
Travellers to CJIA urged to plan ahead amid weekend road works, possible delays
Travellers to Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) this weekend could face delays of up to four hours due to overnight road works on the East...
President Ali to outline bold vision for Guyana’s future in Independence address
As Guyana prepares to celebrate its 59th year of independence on Monday, President Dr Irfaan Ali will deliver a national address from Albion, Region Six—signaling...
Brazilian national charged for illegal possession of gold
Osmil Costa Da Silva, a Brazilian national of 111 Mile Mahdia, Region Eight, was on Friday charged with Possession of Gold by a Person Not...
Prime Minister describes Norton’s presentation in House as ’most unpatriotic’
Prime Minister Mark Phillips has described Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton’s presentation in Parliament today as “most unpatriotic,” as he firmly rebuffed criticisms levelled against the...
Guyana helping Trinidad and Tobago revive rice industry
Trinidad is set to revitalise its rice industry, drawing inspiration from the significant successes of Guyana’s rice sector. A statement from the twin-island republic’s Ministry...