RICELAB: Helping local suppliers to export quality rice
Guyana is a major producer and exporter of rice but to ensure the success of this industry, standard and quality are of utmost importance....
Shemlyn Abrams: a seamstress, a teacher, a breadwinner, a resilient woman
By: Shane Marks
Famous American poet, Maya Angelou once said, “I am woman, phenomenally. Phenomenal woman, that’s me.” Phenomenal is just one of the many...
Linden farmer constructs mini-hydro plant with knowledge from the internet
By Alva Solomon
One may be surprised when Jarad Atkinson, a farmer of Amelia’s Ward in Linden, Region 10, relates how he constructed a mini-hydropower...
Fashion icon Sonia Noel to launch “I Am” furniture collection
Guyana’s iconic fashion designer Sonia Noel is gearing up to launch her first-ever furniture line, “I Am.”
The fashionista hosted a preview of what the...
Women in focus: Altheia Bunbury’s business showcases her Indigenous roots
Back in 2016, Altheia Bunbury was searching for apparel that showcases Indigenous culture, but her hunt proved futile. Then an idea popped up, and...
Teen adjusts to mechanical arm after horrific 2019 accident
By Alva Solomon
In December 2019, young Angela Jacobs’ life took a dramatic turn when the minibus she was travelling in at Mahaicony, collided head-on...
After unfortunate bicycle accident, Vishal Mangra finds his artistic touch
One day in 2015, Vishal Mangra was riding his bicycle along the roadway at Enterprise, East Coast Demerara, when suddenly, another cyclist crashed into...
Farida’s Journey: Travelling across the world for success
By: Shane Marks
Farida Deepa, an aspiring doctor, was born and raised in Bangladesh and grew up with her mother, father, and brother. Her family...
Valentine’s love: Charles and Monix never let the flames burn out
By: Alva Solomon
They met at church more than 15 years ago and today, husband and wife Charles and Monix Hetemeyer continue to build on...
Marriage during the pandemic: Bindiya and Shawn Bissessar’s love story
By: Shane Marks
French novelist, Amantine Lucile Aurore Dupin once said, “There is only one happiness in life, to love and be loved” and that...
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Women’s T20 World Cup: West Indies stun defending champions New Zealand as Shemaine Campbelle...
ICC - Shemaine Campbelle played the knock of her life to power the West Indies to a seven-wicket win over defending champions New Zealand...
Mackenzie High School wins J.O.F Haynes Memorial Secondary School Debating Competition
Mackenzie High School of Region 10 has been declared the overall winner of the 2025–2026 J.O.F. Haynes Memorial Secondary Schools Debating Competition, following the...
Regional Food Hub halfway complete – Min. Mustapha
The construction of the Regional Food Hub being built at Yarrowkabra, along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway, is roughly halfway complete. It is on course to...
Gov’t to clear Region 5 housing backlog by end of next year
The government is working to clear the entire housing backlog in Region Five (Mahaica-Berbice) by the end of next year, Vice President Dr Bharrat...
“I aspire to serve as the world’s chief public servant” – Amb. Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett...
Following President Dr Irfaan Ali's announcement on Friday evening of Guyana's Candidature for Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN), former Foreign Affairs Minister and...
Boat captain dies, nephew injured during boat mishap in Moruca River
A 55-year-old businessman/boat captain, John Henry called "Johnny", of Kumaka Waterfront, Moruca, North-West District, was killed, and his nephew, Stephon, is currently hospitalised following...
Guyanese company achieves historic first with new offshore pipe fabrication scope
Georgetown, Guyana - June 13, 2026: Government officials, industry representatives and private sector stakeholders gathered at Friedlander Guyana's facility on June 9 to celebrate...
Interpol, FBI engaged to hold Omar Malik accountable – Housing Ministry
SEE BELOW STATEMENT:
GEORGETOWN, GUYANA — The Ministry of Housing - Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA), wishes to inform the public regarding ongoing enforcement...
Guyana records over 40k visitor arrivals in May 2026
Guyana recorded some 40,149 visitor arrivals last month, marking a 20.6 per cent increase over the period in 2025 and the strongest May performance...
WIN MP on $125,000 bail for assault, threatening behaviour charges
We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) Opposition Member of Parliament (MP), Deon La Cruz, has been placed on $125,000 bail after being slapped with charges...
