Govt pushes digital old-age pension payments to ease lines, improve access for seniors
-bank deposits, MMG offer safer, more convenient options, Minister Persaud says LONG queues, monthly trips to the post office and the risks that come with carrying cash are among the challenges the government is seeking to eliminate as it encourages more pensioners and persons living with permanent disabilities to receive their benefits through digital payment […]
Panamanian Environment Minister praises Guyana’s biodiversity leadership, calls for continued action over talk
– says political will, strong leadership, practical conservation projects critical to protecting biodiversity GUYANA’S growing efforts to protect its natural resources are setting an example for other countries, but meaningful progress in conserving biodiversity will depend on governments moving beyond discussions and committing to practical action. This is according to Panama’s Minister of the Environment, […]
GGMC warns miners, shop operators of enforcement action for regulatory breaches
The Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC) has warned miners, mining shop operators and other industry stakeholders that failure to comply with mining laws and regulatory requirements could result in the immediate suspension of their operations. In a notice issued to the sector, the Commission stressed that all miners, licence holders, permit holders and shop […]
The ERC says it is racist to call a dark-skin, Indian, a monkey
Last week, the Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) met a wide cross section of the Guyanese society, during which they distributed a glossary of racist terminologies that Guyanese are advised not to use. Under the rubric, “Racist terms associated with people of East Indian descent,” the booklet noted: “This term (monkey) has been used to disparage […]
First-generation UG graduates break barriers, inspire families and communities
FOR a growing number of University of Guyana (UG) graduates, crossing the graduation stage in 2026 will represent more than the achievement of a university degree; it will mark a breakthrough for families and communities where higher education was once considered beyond reach. Among the Class of 2026 are students from farming communities, Indigenous villages, […]
Home Affairs Minister urges sensibility, peace during protests
MINISTER of Home Affairs, Oneidge Walrond, recently made a direct appeal to all members of the public to understand that the right to a peaceful protest should not encourage people to incite violence. Speaking following calls for nationwide protests following the remand of Leader of the Opposition Azruddin Mohamed, the minister emphasised that everyone has […]
Region Five students gain hands-on agro-processing experience through GMC initiative
STUDENTS of four secondary schools in Region Five gained practical experience in agro-processing after accessing the Fort Wellington Agro-Processing Facility (FWAPF) to transform locally grown sweet peppers into a range of value-added products as part of the Ministry of Education’s inaugural Secondary Sector TVET Agricultural Science Student-led Value Addition Symposium 2026. The symposium, held at […]
Fire Service Officers gain forest fire investigation expertise in Italy
TWO Guyana Fire Service Officers have completed specialised training in forest fire and crime scene investigation in Italy, equipping them to better determine how vegetation fires start and to support prevention efforts across the country. Acting Divisional Officer Suresh Persaud and Station Officer Javid Mohamed attended the Basic and Advanced Course in Forest Fire and […]
Facts Over Fury
THE scenes outside the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court and across Stabroek on Monday were not a spontaneous outpouring of grief. Missiles were hurled at police ranks, barricades were charged, and fires were set along roadways. The morning demonstration was largely orderly. It deteriorated only as police prepared to return Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed to Lusignan Prison, […]
England Lions overcome West Indies ‘A’ to claim T20 series
BASSETERRE, St Kitts, ( CMC )– England Lions emerged victorious for the second straight match to claim their T20 series against West Indies ‘A’ with a match to spare. The home side put up a better fight this time around but still went down by 17 runs at Conaree Sports Club to give the […]
