Penalties normally excluded from local content policy – Bynoe
Director of the Energy Department, Dr Mark Bynoe has responded to criticisms about the lack of penalties in the country's local content policy.
“The Local...
Eco Atlantic estimates 4 billion barrels of oil in Orinduik Block
Eco Atlantic, which is preparing to drill two wells in the Orinduik Block offshore Guyana, has estimated that there might be four billion barrels...
Evacuation ongoing as flooding worsens in Region 9
Regional Executive Officer of Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Essequibo) Karl Singh says evacuation is ongoing for several residents of Lethem where flooding has intensified.
Several communities...
Construction of Corentyne River bridge could begin before year-end
A number of specific recommendations regarding construction, financing and management, emanating from this Ministerial meeting set out a clear time bound framework to take this initiative to a next level. Following these decisions, it is anticipated that construction could commence before the end of 2024. These recommendations will be submitted to the Presidents of Suriname and Guyana for further consideration and decision at their anticipated meeting this weekend in Guyana.
Over 2000 persons affected by flooding in Reg.1
Over 2000 persons are currently affected by the floods in communities across Region One (Barima-Waini).
Regional Chairman Brentnol Ashley told INews that no villages have...
$2.5M solar system project slated for Akawini
A solar power farm will be developed at Akawini Village, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam), the Ministry of Public Infrastructure has announced.
Minister David Patterson disclosed during...
BREAKING: Fire erupts at Noble House Seafoods, fuel tanks destroyed
Fire fighters are vigorously working to contain a disastrous fire in the compound of Noble House Seafoods at Bagotstown, East Bank Demerara.
Inews understands that...
Guyana benefits from UK funded maritime seafloor mapping programme
The Government of Guyana through an agreement with the United Kingdom (UK), has benefited from a Commonwealth Maritime Economics Programme in Hydrographic Surveying.
This is...
CARICOM reaffirms support for Guyana’s sovereignty, territorial integrity in face of Venezuela threat
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) says it views with grave concern the reported interception by the Venezuelan navy on Saturday, 22 December 2018 of a...
Flaring fees almost doubled as Environmental Permit for Liza Phase 1 Project renewed
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has renewed the Environmental Permit for the Liza Phase 1 Project within the Stabroek Block, offshore Guyana, for another...
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Schoonord to Crane four-lane highway slated for June completion
The construction of the new Schoonord to Crane four-lane highway is set to be completed by June, significantly alleviating traffic congestion for thousands of...
Gas-to-Energy Project a “win-win” for Exxon, Guyana – Darren Woods
United States oil major ExxonMobil has said it is on track to deliver natural gas from its operations offshore Guyana to land by year-end.
This...
Duo refused bail for ammo possesion
Following the discovery of eight 9mm ammunition on Wednesday, two young men were charged and remanded to prison on Friday.
Ricardo Marshall, a 23-year-old construction...
Two on remanded for WCB burglary
Two young men were on Friday remanded to prison after being charged with Burglary that took place at a residence located at Lot 20 Eldorado...
Weapons, ganja found during eradication exercise
A drug eradication exercise at the Upper Berbice River in Region 10 on Friday resulted in the discovery of a massive amount of marijuana...
Colours of India store on fire
Colours of India, a popular Indian clothing store located at Bath Settlement, Region Five (Mahaica-Berbice) is on fire.
Firefighters are currently battling the blaze.
INews will...
DEMTOCO announces after-tax-profit of $2.27B amid rise in cigarette smuggling
At the 90th Annual General Meeting held today at the Marriott Hotel, Demerara Tobacco Company Limited (DEMTOCO), a leader in the tobacco industry, shared...
CARICOM should explore joint legislation to improve cricket governance – Pres. Ali
Chairman of CARICOM and President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has signalled a call for common legislation in the region to streamline and strengthen the...
Guyana partners with World Bank to modernise TVET sector
The Ministry of Education has embarked on aligning TVET with current and future labor market demands at both secondary and post-secondary education levels.
A critical...
Brazil to lend expertise to Guyana in fighting wildfires
In light of the recent wildfires which have devastated several areas across the country, the Guyana Government has solicited assistance from Brazil for training...