12 more cases of Chickungunya confirmed in Berbice
- The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) has confirmed 12 more cases of chikungunya, from samples which were taken from East Berbice, leading...
Two cases of Chikungunya detected in Berbice
– The Ministry of Health has confirmed two cases of Chikungunya in the Canje, Berbice area. A team has been dispatched to the...
More promotion of cancer prevention/awareness needed in Guyana
– An iNews Poll has found that there needs to be more awareness of cancer prevention in Guyana.
The question, “Is enough being done...
Chikungunya cases: Vector Control Services to tighten surveillance at ports of entry
- There are plans for the tightening up of surveillance and intensifying of operations at the ports of entry to prevent against vector...
Authorities urged to declare suicide an urgent health problem – iNews Poll
– Hundreds of Guyanese have called on the relevant authorities to declare suicide an urgent health/psychological problem in Guyana.
During iNews’ weekly poll for...
Health Fair, among activities held to observe World Autism Day
- The Ministry of Health has launched a two - day Health Fair and Fun Day to commemorate World Autism Day which was...
Plans underway to incorporate Whim Community Centre in health program
- Monitoring and evaluation of the Berbice Regional Health Authority continued on Friday with another health facility day in Region six.
Performance over...
Condoms ‘too big’ for men in India
- A survey of more than 1,000 men in India has concluded that condoms made according to international sizes are too large for...
Diabetes among the leading causes of death in Guyana, 60,000 people being treated
- Diabetes is one of the leading cause of deaths in Guyana and it affects all ethnic groups. Most persons suffer from Type...
Increase in fast food outlets affects healthy eating in Guyana – iNews Poll
– Eighty one percent of iNews readers believe that healthy eating is being affected by the increase in fast food joints in the...
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Police Sergeant under close arrest amid probe into operations at Springlands Licensing and Certifying...
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The Guyana Police Force has launched an investigation into the operations of the Licensing and Certifying Office...
Govt to strengthen power supply as El Niño drives up electricity demand
The government is taking a series of measures to strengthen electricity supply as unusually high temperatures associated with El Niño continue to drive up...
Soldier injured during May 2026 border operation continues to receive support – GDF
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The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) has noted public statements suggesting that a GDF Coast Guard rank who...
MMG says additional agent fees “not sanctioned” by the company
Many consumers across Guyana are increasingly voicing their dissatisfaction over an increase in fees being charged by agents across the country for transactions with...
Hyatt Adds First Affiliated Hotel in Guyana with Atlantic Suites Hotel
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and RJR Investments & Holdings Inc. today announced that Atlantic Suites Hotel has joined the Hyatt portfolio as an...
Technical issue forces cancellation of CAL flight from CJIA
See full statement from the Guyana Civil Aviation Authority and the Cheddi Jagan International Airport Corporation:
The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and the Management...
Letter: The Mohameds’ CCJ ruling was always unambiguous
Dear Editor,
This “fanning for smoke” by “only” some sections of Team Mohamed is stirring my angst. In fact, it is now mounting as I...
Consumers complain about extra MMG fees as agents defend charges over low commissions
Consumers across Guyana are voicing their dissatisfaction over an increase in fees being charged by agents across the country for transactions with electronic wallet...
New $22M portable sawmill sets to boost sustainable timber processing within Upper Berbice
The European Union-funded Sustainable Forest Livelihoods (SFL) programme in Guyana has marked a significant milestone with the commissioning of a new portable sawmill facility,...
MV Canawaima cleared to sail after re-inspection
The ferry service between Suriname and Guyana can be continued. The sailing ban for the MV Canawaima was lifted following a re-inspection on August...
