Apr 13, 2026
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Transformation of Georgetown zoo, botanical gardens to commence soon
The long-anticipated transformation of the Guyana Zoological Park and Botanical Gardens into a modern, world-class attraction is set to begin soon. President Dr Mohamed Irfaan...
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Recreation hub opens with open-air theatre, courts and lotus pond
Once a wide-open field where families gathered to fly kites at Easter, the site of the former Joe Veira Park has been transformed into the...
Ali considers T&T for refining of Guyana oil
The prospect of Guyanese crude being refined in Trinidad and Tobago has emerged as the cornerstone of a high-stakes energy blueprint unveiled by Guyana’s President,...
One dead, another hospitalised in Williamsburg accident
A 31-year-old motorcyclist died in a collision with a motor lorry on Sunday night along the Williamsburg Public Road, Corentyne Berbice, police said. Dead is...
Guyana to export soya beans to Barbados
Guyana will begin exporting soya beans to Barbados for the first time within two weeks, as the country moves to expand agricultural production and strengthen...
Family calls for probe into death of Essequibo painter
Relatives of a 36-year-old man are calling for a full investigation into his death at Capoey Lake, in the Essequibo region, on March 26. Dale...
Four in custody over teen’s death on Essequibo Lake
Four individuals are in police custody as investigations continue into the death of Aarif Azeez at the “Hot and Cold” Lake in Onderneeming, Essequibo Coast,...
Azeez’s family calls for thorough investigation into circumstances of lake death
Relatives of Aarif Azeez are calling for justice and a full investigation into his death at the “Hot and Cold” Lake on the Essequibo Coast,...
Outdoor gym opens in Anna Regina to boost community wellness
Residents of Anna Regina now have access to a modern outdoor gym aimed at promoting healthier lifestyles, following its commissioning on Thursday. The facility, a...
Jeojodhan Bhorasi going strong at 106
In the quiet community of Goed Bananen Land, East Canje Berbice, a remarkable milestone was celebrated on Wednesday as Jeojodhan Bhorasi, popularly known as Harold...
New digital registry to track licensing, traffic offences
The Attorney General’s Chambers has announced plans to roll out a digital registry capturing key information on road users, including licensing details and past traffic...
Mother who allegedly strangled daughter ’can’t remember doing anything,’ says grandmother
The mother of a seven-year-old girl allegedly strangled in Fyrish Village, Corentyne, Berbice, says she “can’t remember doing anything,” according to the child’s grandmother. Sarah...
$50B invested in Region Six roads, says Edghill
More than $50 billion has been invested in road projects in Region Six over the past five years, Public Works Minister Juan Edghill said. Speaking...
NTFGL League set for championship finale this Sunday
The NTFGL League is poised for a thrilling conclusion this Sunday as Round 8 tees off with the championship still up for grabs. In an...
Aurora Solar Farm commissioned, strengthens national drive for clean energy
Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips commissioned the Aurora Solar Farm at the Aurora Gold Mine site in Region Seven on Wednesday, describing it as...
Cotton Field Secondary School set for December completion
Construction of Cotton Field Secondary School in Region Two is progressing steadily and is expected to be completed by December 2025, Education Minister Sonia Parag...
Citizens Bank lowers mortgage rates to boost homeownership
Citizens Bank Guyana Inc. said on Wednesday it has reduced home mortgage interest rates and introduced more flexible repayment terms to support citizens in building...
Fraudsters issuing driver’s licences to be named and shamed
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has announced a sweeping clean-up of Guyana’s driver licensing system alongside a fresh round of tougher traffic laws, as the...