ERC to host national consultation on constitutional reform
THE Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) will host a national consultation on constitutional reform next Tuesday as part of efforts to gather public recommendations on issues affecting ethnic relations, equality, inclusion and protection from discrimination in Guyana. The consultation, scheduled for October 13 at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre, Liliendaal, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., […]
Woman arrested after suspected cannabis found at Georgetown Prison
A WOMAN was arrested on Wednesday after prison authorities allegedly found a quantity of suspected cannabis concealed in a box she was attempting to deliver to an inmate at the Mazaruni Prison. The suspect, identified as Tachanna Henry, a resident of ‘C’ Field, Sophia, Georgetown, was intercepted at approximately 10:15 hours on October 7 […]
Minister Singh urges J.C. Chandisingh graduates to pursue excellence
SENIOR Minister in the Office of the President with responsibility for Finance, Dr Ashni Singh, has urged graduates of J.C. Chandisingh Secondary School to pursue excellence in whatever career path they choose, while lauding Region Six for producing Guyana’s top-performing student in the 2026 Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations. Addressing the school’s annual graduation […]
MV Barima inquiry pledges to follow evidence ‘without fear or favour’
THE five-member Commission of Inquiry into the sinking of the MV Barima on Wednesday pledged to conduct an independent, transparent and people-centred investigation into the July 18, 2026, tragedy. Introducing the commissioners to the media, Chairman Justice Godfrey P. Smith said the inquiry would examine not only the vessel’s final moments but also the decisions, […]
ExxonMobil to conduct offshore pipeline maintenance off Crane
ExxonMobil Guyana is set to begin maintenance work on an offshore pipeline near Crane, West Coast Demerara, on October 14, with the activities expected to continue until approximately December 1. The maintenance is intended to address a finding identified during inspection of a near-shore section of the pipeline earlier this year and is part of […]
CJIA CEO highlights Guyana’s expanding air connectivity
GUYANA’S air passenger traffic has increased by more than 400 per cent over the past five years, with further expansion expected as the country’s economy, tourism sector and investment opportunities continue to attract international interest. Chief Executive Officer of the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA), Ramesh Ghir, highlighted the significant growth in Guyana’s aviation […]
October 5 remembered as milestone in Guyana’s democratic journey
OCTOBER 5, 1992, was remembered as a defining moment in Guyana’s political history as former President and former General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Donald Ramotar, and President of the Women’s Progressive Organisation (WPO), Indranie Chandarpal, reflected on the decades of political struggle that preceded the return to democratic rule. Speaking at a […]
Transmission relocation advances to facilitate Gas-to-Energy works
GUYANA Power and Light Inc. (GPL) is in the final phase of relocating the LS6 submarine cable linking Georgetown-Kingston to the Vreed-en-Hoop substation, clearing the way for new transmission infrastructure associated with the Gas-to-Energy Project. GPL Engineer Alfred Nunes said on Wednesday that two of the cable’s three conductors have already been relocated, with workers […]
Timehri roundabout construction to begin soon
CONSTRUCTION of a new roundabout at the Timehri Junction, in the vicinity of the Timehri Police Station, is expected to begin soon, with the Ministry of Public Works implementing a traffic management plan aimed at minimising disruption to motorists and residents. The ministry said a comprehensive consultation exercise was conducted before the works, involving […]
25 women complete advanced WIIN training in designs, décor and events management
TWENTY-FIVE women entrepreneurs have completed advanced training in designs, décor and events management under the Women’s Innovation and Investment Network (WIIN), gaining practical skills aimed at strengthening their businesses and expanding their income-earning opportunities. The Level 2 and 3 WIIN Designs, Décor & Events Management Training was held from September 25 to October 2 at […]
