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‘Monstrous act’ – Human Services Minister condemns gruesome Zeelugt attack, pledges unconditional support
Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr Vindhya Persaud, has pledged unconditional support to the family of seven-year-old Adriel Aftab Mohamed, who was brutally killed during an attack at his Zeelugt New Housing Scheme, East Bank Essequibo home on Friday morning. Dr Persaud visited the scene of the tragedy and met with relatives and...
Pensioners’ electricity subsidy to be reflected in June bill
See below the full release from the Guyana Power and Light Inc (GPL): The Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL)...
ExxonMobil Guyana hosts capacity building session for SHOUT4Challenge finalists
Read full statement from RECOVER Guyana here: On May 23, 2026, ExxonMobil Guyana hosted an in-person capacity building session for...
Rotary Clubs of Guyana stand in solidarity with Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa
The Rotary Clubs of Guyana have come together in a powerful show of regional solidarity, donating financial assistance in the...
New youth ambassadors part of efforts to protect Guyana’s marine life
As threats to marine life continue to grow, young Guyanese are being equipped to respond through the WWF Guianas Great...
AmCham Guyana leads annual Christmas outreach with support from the U.S. Embassy
See full statement from the American Chamber of Commerce of Guyana (AmCham Guyana): The American Chamber of Commerce of Guyana...
Disability cash grant payout begins today- Dr Persaud
Distribution of the $50,000 disability cash grant officially begins Thursday, delivering critical financial support to thousands of Guyanese living with...
Ron Robinson remembered for lifelong dedication to blood donation and public health
Guyana has lost a legend with the passing of Ron Robinson, a devoted blood donor and a key figure in...
SounDown: How Guyana’s new EDM Festival is pushing for the International Stage
The recent SounDown Music and Art Festival, headlined by Dutch DJ Dannic and Major Lazer’s Walshy Fire, has been hailed...
Deputy Solicitor General honoured with WeLead Outstanding Woman of Excellence Award
Deputy Solicitor General Ms. Shoshanna V. Lall was formally honoured with the WeLead Outstanding Woman of Excellence Award at the Second Annual WeLead Women Who...
Joe Vieira Park on track for 2026 opening
The Guyana-China Joe Vieira Recreational Park in Region Three (Essequibo Islands-West Demerara) is on track to be commissioned in 2026,...
‘A giant, an icon’ – Ron Robinson celebrated
Ronald ‘Ron’ Robinson passed away on Friday at his Hadfield Street, Georgetown home. He was 79 years old. Many have...
83 women receive $300,000 business grants to boost economic empowerment
The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security on Wednesday awarded a $300,000 business grant to 83 women from across...
President Ali launches One Guyana Christmas Village & Supermarket 2025
The 2025 One Guyana Christmas Village and Supermarket was officially opened on Friday night with a powerful message of unity,...
Ministry clarifies removal of newborn from Region Six hospital
The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security has clarified reports that a newborn was removed from the New Amsterdam...
New gov’t projects must dedicate 10% to persons with disabilities, says President Ali
President Dr Irfaan Ali on Wednesday announced a major policy shift requiring that every new government project dedicate at least...
Corentyne mother seeks answers after newborn taken from hospital
A young mother from Corentyne, Berbice, is appealing for clarity and support after her newborn was reportedly removed from her...
New water taxi hours now in effect for Parika, Bartica and Georgetown routes
The Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) has announced updated operating hours for water taxis across several routes in Guyana. Effective December...
Lil Red Community Centre commissioned through partnership with Food for the Poor and SBM Offshore Guyana
Residents of Little Red Village now have access to a new community hub following the official commissioning of the ‘Lil...
Tropical Shipping and Rotary Georgetown partner with focus on Youth Development
Tropical Shipping, the US-based transportation and logistics company, has reaffirmed its commitment to community development in Guyana with a generous...
Guyana to mark first-ever Masquerade Day on Saturday
Guyana’s iconic Masquerade tradition, once a vibrant heartbeat of the Christmas season, is getting a national revival. A newly established...
