A brighter Guyana through unity, preservation
— President Ali, PM Phillips reflect on Guyana’s natural heritage, compassion, religious tolerance and shared responsibility as Hindus celebrate Festival of Lights PRESIDENT, Dr Irfaan Ali has called on Guyanese to embrace greater environmental responsibility and safeguard the country’s natural heritage, while Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips has urged citizens to strengthen unity, compassion […]
Lights, culture and togetherness take centre stage at Diwali motorcade 2026
—Spectators reflect on cultural heritage, family traditions and the spirit of unity FROM the excitement of first-time visitors to the vivid memories of those who have attended since childhood, the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha’s annual Diwali Motorcade once again brought thousands of people together on Saturday night, as brilliantly illuminated floats, cultural performances and thousands […]
Gov’t moves to boost Lethem’s electricity capacity amid growing demand
— PM Phillips engages stakeholders on renewable energy expansion, grid-connected solar systems net-billing arrangements AS electricity demand continues to rise in Lethem, Region Nine, the Government is advancing measures to strengthen the township’s generation capacity, including the possible introduction of grid-connected solar systems and net-billing arrangements that could allow businesses and residents to supply electricity […]
Close to 300 farmers engage agriculture minister at Region Six Open Day
By Bebi Shafeah Oosman CLOSE to 300 farmers and residents from across Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne) engaged directly with Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha on Saturday during an Agriculture Open Day at the Albion Sports Complex, where concerns were addressed and immediate interventions initiated. The Open Day provided farmers with an opportunity to […]
Two families receive new homes following tragic losses in Region Six
By Bebi Shafeah Oosman TWO families in Region Six who endured devastating tragedies were given a fresh start on Saturday when Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha, and Member of Parliament Zamal Hussain handed over two newly constructed homes, made possible through the generosity of private individuals. The emotional handovers brought renewed hope and […]
De Armas rejects claims citizens are punished for honest criticism
—MOPUA Director General says listening to public concerns and incorporating feedback into policy decisions major part PPP/C governance DIRECTOR General of the Ministry of Public Utilities and Aviation (MOPUA), Alfonso De Armas, has rejected claims that citizens who openly criticise the government or give unfavourable feedback face punishment, push back, or repercussions. In a teaser […]
National Hardware wins 13-year legal battle over US$30M Liliendaal land
— High Court dismisses Beharry’s claims, orders G$400M refund by December 31 AFTER more than 13 years of litigation, National Hardware (Guyana) Limited has secured a major High Court victory against Edward B. Beharry & Company Limited in a dispute over approximately 15 acres of prime residential land at Demerara Estates, Liliendaal, East Coast Demerara, […]
WIN must serve its voters, not the Mohamed family
FOR a week, protests and livestreams have made one demand — release Azruddin Mohamed. Rather than account for his conduct, the Mohamed family appears determined to make enough noise to force the authorities to give way. Azruddin is entitled to defend himself, his family to support him, and his supporters to protest peacefully. They exercised […]
GYSBI appoints Six Guyanese Base Managers in historic shift to local leadership
—– Guyanese now account for 96 per cent of company’s workforce, 80 per cent of management GUYANA Shore Base Inc (GYSBI), the country’s largest shore base and logistics hub servicing the oil and gas sector, has achieved a significant milestone in developing local leadership, with Guyanese now holding all Base Manager positions for the first […]
GuyWay launches with 52 Tesla vehicles, plans to add over 100 more to the fleet
— PM Phillips welcomes private investment in electric transportation as Guyana targets 24 charging stations by year’s end GUYANA’S electric transportation sector has received another boost with the official launch of GuyWay, a new ride service operating a fleet of 52 Tesla vehicles, with plans to introduce more than 100 additional vehicles as the company […]
