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James Anderson, England's all-time leading Test wicket-taker, is to receive a knighthood for his services to cricket. Anderson, 42, retired from Test cricket last summer...

Canada has reaffirmed its support for Guyana’s development agenda through the renewal of a bilateral agreement between the two nations. According to a joint press...

Residents and officials in Linden are calling for national assistance, one day after a sawmill dumpsite fire continues to spread, amid fears that it might...

The National Insurance Scheme (NIS) will remain sustainable with significant cash injections from the State, Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo said on Thursday. This move...

Two persons are missing following a boating accident on the Corentyne River, police have reported. According to a police report, at about 12:00 hrs on...

Local government bodies are now better equipped to focus on tasks such as enhancing cemeteries and improving community garbage collection. This is according to Guyana's...

The initiative by President Dr Irfaan Ali for the government to cover the cost of at least eight Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) subjects for...

Michelle Obama has spoken out against rumours that her marriage to Barack Obama might be in trouble. The former first lady has not accompanied her...

For days, Donald Trump and his White House team had insisted they were fully committed to their decision to impose sweeping "reciprocal" tariffs on dozens...

Public Works Minister, Bishop Juan Edghill has issued a one-week ultimatum to two contractors responsible for concrete roadworks in Kwakwani, Region 10, warning that failure...

Farmers and agro-processors are being encouraged to take advantage of small business loans specifically designed to suit their needs. At the recent Farmers-to-Business Symposium held...

Home Affairs Minister, Robeson Benn, has called on the leadership and command of the Guyana Fire Service (GFS) to initiate a shift in its operational...

President Dr Irfaan Ali today announced a one-off payment for National Insurance Scheme (NIS) contributors who did not meet the required number of contributions to...

The fifth edition of the Guyana Energy Conference & Supply Chain Expo (GECSCE) is scheduled to take place from 17 to 20 February 2026 at...

Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips, has reiterated Guyana’s overarching position of maintaining peaceful coexistence with all its neighbours, including Venezuela, while reaffirming that the...

The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has confirmed that the employment contract of its Legal Officer, Kurt Da Silva, was not renewed following a majority decision...

Express International Inc., a premier business process outsourcing (BPO) provider, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first and only 100 per cent Guyanese-owned...

Attorney General Anil Nandlall has pointed out that the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) is empowered to conduct “post audits” of transactions in an effort to...

The Suriname-Guyana Chamber of Commerce (SGCC) has elected a new Board of Directors for the 2025–2026 term, with a renewed focus on advancing private sector...

Local businesses have been forming joint ventures with overseas companies in an effort to invest and build lasting partnerships in the petroleum sector. They navigated...

President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Tuesday met with the grieving family members of two men who died within the last 24 hours in Linden,...

Two bandits — 15-year-old Tyrese Adams of Pineapple Street, East Ruimveldt, and 22-year-old Orwin Garraway of 595 East Ruimveldt Housing Scheme — were shot dead...

At least 113 people have been killed and more than 150 injured after a roof collapsed at a nightclub in the Dominican Republic’s capital, Santo...

A gold miner and businessman from the Essequibo Coast was arrested on Tuesday during a Special Organised Crime Unit (SOCU) operation. According to a release,...

Police are investigating an alleged murder and attempted suicide that unfolded on Tuesday evening, claiming the life of 30-year-old Marissa Beete, an employee of the...

The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) has expressed deep concern over the tragic deaths of Ronaldo Peters and Dan Johnson. Peters was fatally shot by a...

The third annual Local Content Summit officially opened today at the Guyana Marriott Hotel. The summit provides business owners with access to expert-led panel discussions...

President Dr Irfaan Ali has emphasised that Guyana is not barring international investment in the oil and gas sector, but rather creating an environment that...

President Irfaan Ali said he will meet with the families of those affected by two recent police-related incidents in Linden, as part of a broader...

A protester was fatally shot during unrest in Wismar, Linden, following heightened tensions between demonstrators and law enforcement officers. The incident occurred as protests erupted...

With workplace safety being a major focus within the Caribbean labour force, Guyana’s Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d), Mark Phillips has issued the call for enhanced...

The field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly advancing and holds both the potential for sustainable development and significant risks. As such, the opportunities presented...

Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister, Kwame McCoy, underscored Guyana’s commitment to human development and national resilience at the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Standing...

Home Affairs Minister, Robeson Benn, is urging calm and peace as he expressed concern over the ongoing unrest in Wismar, Linden, following the tragic shooting...

The government is engaging major tech giants to transform the Institute of Applied Science and Technology (IAST) into a centre for research, artificial intelligence (AI)...

A 26-year-old man who was reportedly wanted for questioning in relation to an alleged sexual offence involving a minor was fatally shot by police during...

The Government of Guyana has announced an immediate injection of US$100 million into the foreign exchange market to address delays in the availability of foreign...

Education officers across various regions have teamed up to equip themselves with the relevant knowledge, strategies, and motivation to implement meaningful improvements in their respective...

The Origins Guyana Fashion Festival is creating opportunities for the development of Guyanese fashion designers and creatives, both locally and in the diaspora. The coordinators...

Drivers are being urged to slow down and ensure their vehicle records are up to date, as the Safe Road Intelligent System (SRIS) issued tickets...