New global sustainable development agenda launched – Landmark decision by 193 countries officially goes...
The new year ushers in the official launch of the bold and transformative 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development adopted by world leaders last September...
Saudi Arabia executes top Shia cleric, 46 others, CNN reports
According to a recent CNN report, Saudi Arabia on Saturday said it had executed 47 people in a single day, including a dissident Shiite...
Eritrean born Muslim scholar for Youman Nabi celebrations in Guyana
The Central Islamic Organization of Guyana (CIOG) has announced that it will be observing the upcoming Youman Nabi celebrations with a series of special...
Over half million touched down at CJIA in 2015
Commercial and Administrative Manager of the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) Corporation, Dursatty Doodnauth, has reported that 2015 was another successful year for the...
We shall not be moved! …Govt refuses to budge in sending Welch on leave...
The A Partnership for National Unity/ Alliance for Change (APNU/AFC) Coalition Government has refused to budge in its position regarding calls being made to...
Singer Natalie Cole dies
International news outlets are reporting that singer Natalie Cole, whose hit songs included the duet ‘Unforgettable’ with her father Nat 'King' Cole, has died...
24-year-old man is first murder victim of 2016
Guyana has recorded its first murder victim of 2016. The Guyana Police Force (GPF) in a press statement this morning reported at about 0010h....
New Year’s resolution: President commits to building public trust and confidence
As across the Nation, Guyanese ushered in Guyana's Jubilee year, President David Granger, like many others, spent the time in prayer and reflection at...
Increased focus on promoting healthier lifestyles in 2016
Health authorities here in Guyana have made it clear that this year (2016), increased focus will be placed on addressing issues relating to Chronic...
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Guyana is open for business – Min. Benn tells French delegation
Guyana is open for business and welcomes investors seeking opportunities in its rapidly expanding economy, according to Minister within the Ministry of Housing, Vanessa...
CANU seizes over 226kg ganja, gun & ammo during Berbice operations
The Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit (CANU) has, over the past days, seized a quantity of cannabis, one shotgun and over 100 rounds of ammunition during...
Former Reg. 6 REO remanded to prison for causing death of Canje businessman
Former Regional Executive Officer (REO) for Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne), Dr. Veerasammy Ramayya, has been remanded to prison over the death of businessman Ishwarnauth...
Reg. 3 records 189% increase in fires as deliberate burning sparks concerns
The Guyana Fire Service (GFS) has raised serious concerns over a 189 per cent increase in fire incidents across Region Three (Essequibo Islands–West Demerara)...
GBTI launches CARE initiative to coincide with 190th anniversary
As it celebrates an extraordinary 190 years of service to Guyana, the Guyana Bank for Trade and Industry (GBTI) has unveiled its CARE initiative...
Aspiring cardiothoracic surgeon named UG’s 2026 Valedictorian
Twenty-four-year-old Amrita Ghandatt, an aspiring cardiothoracic surgeon, has been named the University of Guyana’s 2026 Valedictorian. Amrita read for a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor...
MoE inks MoUs for TVET trainees hands-on experience
The Ministry of Education's Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Unit on Tuesday inked two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to enhance collaboration between...
US revokes Visa of MV Barima CoI Chair; says Pres. Ali rejects his offer...
The United States Government has revoked the visa of Justice Godfrey Phillip Smith of Belize who is now serving as Chairman of the MV...
Forest fires threaten homes, farmland in Karisparu
Forest fires in Karisparu, Region Eight (Potaro-Siparuni), have damaged agricultural lands and housing materials, with several residential properties remaining under threat as a multi-agency...
GHDS 2026 Diwali motorcade: Golden Om Dharmic Youth Organisation takes top prize
Creativity, cultural expression and religious devotion took centre stage at the 2026 Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabah motorcade, as mandirs were recognised for their elaborate...
