Finance Minister signs Commencement Order for Guyana Development Bank
– paving way for October 5 launch SENIOR Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance, Dr. Ashni Singh on Wednesday signed the Commencement Order to operationalise the Guyana Development Bank. The Order was then Gazetted. This marks another critical step in the institution’s journey to establishment, following the recent announcement by […]
Judiciary not immune from public criticism – AG says
– criticism is permissible provided it does not impugn judicial integrity ATTORNEY General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, has affirmed that the judiciary is not immune from public criticism, arguing that judicial independence must not be interpreted as placing judicial officers beyond accountability or scrutiny. Nandlall made this known during his weekly programme, […]
Over 20,000 NIS pensioners benefit from direct deposits
– more than 40,000 others urged to switch to convenient bank payments SENIOR Minister within the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance, Dr Ashni Singh, has revealed that more than 20,000 National Insurance Scheme (NIS) pensioners are now receiving their pensions directly into their bank accounts, while the majority of beneficiaries have yet […]
US-backed Strategic Bauxite expansion to boost Guyana operations
U.S. company, Strategic Bauxite Inc., is preparing to expand its refractory-grade bauxite operations in Guyana following its acquisition of Guyana-based First Bauxite LLC in July. The company’s expansion plans were discussed during a recent meeting between U.S. Ambassador to Guyana, Nicole Theriot and leaders of Strategic Bauxite, with the proposed investment expected to support mining […]
GPL advances key substation upgrades amid rising power demand
GUYANA Power and Light Inc. (GPL) is advancing major upgrades at three key substations as electricity demand on the country’s main interconnected power system has increased by 18 per cent over the past two years. Works are underway at Chateau Margot, Columbia and Enmore, with the projects intended to increase grid capacity, improve reliability […]
More than 55,000 e-passports issued in first half of 2026
MORE than 55,000 Guyanese received electronic passports during the first half of 2026, as the government continues to modernise the country’s identity and border-management systems. The figure is contained in the 2026 Mid-Year Report, which outlines continued investments in digital identification and immigration services as part of efforts to improve security and make public […]
Windsor Forest sea defence works advance into second phase
THE Ministry of Public Works is advancing the second phase of sea defence works at Windsor Forest, West Coast Demerara, as efforts continue to strengthen protection along Guyana’s low-lying coastline. According to the ministry on Wednesday, the latest phase covers an additional 225 metres of sea defence and follows the completion of 300 metres of […]
Serious crime down by 16.9 per cent in first half of 2026
GUYANA recorded a 16.9 per cent decline in serious crime during the first half of 2026, as the government continues to strengthen policing capabilities, surveillance infrastructure and community-based crime prevention. The reduction is highlighted in the government’s 2026 mid-year report, which points to continued investments in law enforcement capacity and technology as part of efforts […]
NIS set for full digital transformation by end of year – Finance Minister says
– contributors to access registration, payments, claims and records online THE National Insurance Scheme (NIS) is expected to complete a major digitisation of its operations by the end of this year, with contributors and beneficiaries able to access a wider range of services online, Senior Minister within the Office of the President with Responsibility for […]
Cancer screening, treatment services expanded across Guyana
THE Ministry of Health has expanded cancer screening and support services across Guyana, including increasing the number of mammography machines from one to at least seven, as government intensifies efforts to promote early detection and treatment. Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony made the disclosure during the launch of One Communications’ PinkTOBER 2026, where he […]
