Mar 6, 2025
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Guyana records 14 per cent reduction in recidivism
The Guyana Prison Service has recorded a 14 per cent reduction in recidivism and credits this success to a multi-pronged approach that includes behavioural modification...
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Solar Alliance ready to support Guyana’s renewable energy agenda
International Solar Alliance (ISA) Director General Designate, Ashish Khanna, has reiterated the organisation’s commitment to assisting Guyana with system optimisation and expert guidance in expanding...
Students, teachers, parents of Mae’s to receive counselling
The Human Services and Social Security Ministry will provide counselling for the children, parents, and teachers affected by the fire that ravaged Mae’s Schools in...
Christians observe Ash Wednesday
Christians today observe Ash Wednesday, which signals the start of Lent/Lenten season, a period of prayer, fasting, renewal, penance and sacrifice. The season will last...
India to provide solar power to a government building
India has pledged its commitment to providing solar power to a government building in Guyana under a new project, with plans to replicate the initiative...
Vice President Jagdeo conferred with Sustainable Development Leadership Award
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo was today conferred with the Sustainable Development Leadership Award at the World Sustainable Development Summit 2025 being held in New...
Mae’s students preparing for NGSA, CSEC to get assistance
A massive fire broke out this morning at Mae’s Schools in Subryanville, Georgetown, sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky, visible from a great...
Investment Chief: KLM will enhance growth in business, investment and tourism
Guyana is expected to experience significant growth in business, investment, and tourism as KLM Royal Dutch Airlines enhances connectivity between Guyana, Asia, and the Middle...
Over 20,000 patients with hypertension receiving care through ‘HEARTS’ initiative
Guyana is making significant strides with the HEARTS in the Americas initiative, led by the World Health Organisation (WHO), with approximately 20,471 patients with hypertension...
Fire ravaged Mae’s Schools
A massive fire this morning ravaged Mae’s Schools in Subryanville, Georgetown. Billowing smoke from the blaze was visible from a great distance. Fortunately, all students...
Brava Guyana bridges digital gap at Mercy Wings
Students and teachers at Mercy Wings Academic Foundation now enjoy high-speed, reliable Internet access following Brava Guyana's recent installation and sponsorship of free fibre service...
Wismar fire leaves two homeless
A devastating fire swept through an apartment building at Lot 555, Block 22, Wismar, Linden, on Monday morning, leaving two residents homeless and causing minor...
Toddler dies in hit-and-run accident
Police investigators are searching for the driver of a white Fielder wagon involved in a fatal hit-and-run accident that claimed the life of a nine-month-old...
No permission granted for Hadi’s World to conduct cabotage operations in Guyana
The Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) within the Ministry of Public Works has reiterated that no permission has been granted to Hadi’s World or any of...
Traffic Chief: change in attitude key to reducing road accidents
The traffic arm of the Guyana Police Force (GPF) is working towards reducing fatalities and serious injuries caused by road accidents by more than 50...
Guyana: Venezuela’s incursion a threat to peace, regional stability
The Government of Guyana has launched a formal protest with the Venezuelan government following a list of encroachment activities by that nation's military, as well...
No valuable losses in office break-in, says Housing Ministry
The Ministry of Housing and Water, through the Central Housing and Planning Authority said that despite the recent break-in at its Annex office on Croal...
E-health records to roll out this month
The game-changing electronic health records (EHR) system is set to roll out later this month. The initiative will pave the way for medical professionals to...
Guyana formally protests Venezuela’s incursion
Statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation On 1 March 2025, at approximately 0700 hours, Venezuelan Naval Vessel ABV Guaiqueiri PO-11-IMO 469552...
Police investigating ’incident’ at Housing Ministry’s Annex
Police are searching for a male suspect captured on CCTV footage entering and exiting the Ministry of Housing Annex in Georgetown last night. In a...
Corporal Nigel Bryan: From ‘bottom house’ matches to international arena
Where childhood games turned into lifelong passions, a young Nigel Bryan found himself rallying a table tennis ball under the family’s bottom house. What started...
UNAIDS amplify calls to stand together to end discrimination
As Zero Discrimination Day wrapped up globally on March 1, UNAIDS issued a call for solidarity to eliminate all forms of discrimination and build a...
Women-led businesses, entrepreneurs to benefit from HerVenture Summit and Expo
Women in business and entrepreneurship will have the opportunity to gain valuable insights, connect with industry leaders, and explore opportunities to scale their businesses at...
Guyana gets US$30M to improve energy efficiency
The World Bank today approved US$30 million for Guyana to enhance energy efficiency and expand the use of renewable energy in public buildings. In a...
143 Region Six contractors paid, attention moves to projects completion
The Ministry of Public Works has intensified efforts to ensure timely payments for ongoing infrastructure projects in Region Six. Regional officers and engineers have collaborated...
Amna Ally quits PNCR after 50 years of service, strongly criticises Norton’s leadership
Former PNCR General Secretary and government minister in the APNU+AFC Coalition, Amna Ally, has resigned from the party with immediate effect after more than 50...
Commonwealth, UK, and US reaffirm support for Guyana’s sovereignty, strongly condemn Venezuela’s aggression
Guyana continues to receive immense international support following Venezuela’s illegal entry into its exclusive maritime zone on Saturday. Local and international partners remain resolute against...
Statement by the Commonwealth Secretary-General in support of Guyana after a Venezuelan coast guard vessel entered its territorial waters
The Commonwealth Secretary-General, the Rt Hon Patricia Scotland KC, has echoed the alarm of Dr Irfaan Ali, the President of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana,...
Farmers will never be neglected, says Jagdeo
Vice President of Guyana and General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has refuted claims that the government has not been...
Over 150 Region Two residents receive land titles in housing drive
Over 150 Region Two residents received their agreements of sale and land titles on Friday, granting them legal ownership of their land. These individuals were...
CARICOM gravely concerned about Venezuela’s intention to hold elections in Essequibo
CARICOM Heads of Government have expressed “grave concern” over Venezuela’s intention to hold elections in the disputed Essequibo region of Guyana. In a statement released...
National Ramadan Village opens with message of unity and faith
As the holy month of Ramadan begins, members of the Muslim community gathered on the lawns of the Muslim Youth Organisation (MYO) on Woolford Avenue...
Construction of 230 kV transmission line for GtE project moving forward
The construction of the new 230 kV transmission line to facilitate the Gas to Energy (GtE) Project is progressing. Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL)...
Bill supporting robust business environment signed into law
President Irfaan Ali has signed into law the amendments to the Financial Institutions Act of 2025, paving the way for foreign financial institutions to establish...
Trade mission to visit Brazil to expand investment opportunities
A trade mission comprising government officials and private sector representatives will visit Boa Vista and Manaus, Brazil, from 17–21 March 2025 to strengthen economic ties...
Police Force to establish Oil & Gas, Tourism Units
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) will establish two new specialized units—an Oil and Gas Unit and a Tourism Unit—as part of its strategic development for...
T&T Prime Minister announces resignation date as March 16
Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago Dr Keith Rowley announced he will officially resign from office on March 16. But first, he will open the...
Guyana, Barbados renew economic partnership
Guyana and Barbados have formally renewed their economic partnership with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the Deepening of Cooperation between the...
Routledge: Efficient supply chains powering Guyana’s oil development success
Guyana and its oil partners have been incredibly effective in the development of the country’s offshore resources, with much of this success being attributed to...
Police recover boat, outboard engines stolen at Abary River
Police have recovered a boat and four outboard engines that were stolen at the Abary Sluice/River mouth in Region Five around midnight. According to reports,...
Deadly Monday: Four die in separate accidents
Police are investigating the death of 40-year-old Abdool Sharaf Rahim, of Section B Cummings Lodge, East Coast Demerara (ECD), who died following an accident on...