All visitation to senior citizens’ homes suspended
In light of Guyana confirming its 12th case of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), the Social Protection Ministry announced on Tuesday that visitation to senior...
Guyana COVID-19 cases rise to 12; Ministry confirms 2nd death
The Ministry of Public Health moments ago, today (Tuesday), disclosed that Guyana now has twelve confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19). The disclosure was made...
CDC considering recommending general public wear face coverings in public
Reprinted from Washington Post
Should we all be wearing masks? That simple question is under review by officials in the U.S. government and has sparked...
Two positive COVID-19 cases now in ICU; Lawrence says Guyana prepared to deal with...
Guyana is expected to confirm roughly 1400 cases of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 at the end of the global pandemic.
This is according to the...
COVID-19: The unseen mental burden and impact of this pandemic!
By Dr Tariq Jagnarine, MD, MMed Family Medicine, CCFP
During a Pandemic as COVID-19, there are always increased levels of anxiety and worry among the population....
Guyana Times/INews Public Service Advisory on COVID 19
Wear Masks against spreading COVID 19
In the battle against the COVID 19 pandemic, until a vaccine is created, initiatives have focused on preventing...
Audit Office had cited embattled company for expired HIV kits on numerous occasions
Caribbean Medical Supplies, the company currently embroiled in scandal for supplying Guyana’s Public Health Ministry with expired Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) testing kits, has,...
Guyana confirms 3 more COVID-19 cases; total now up to 8
Guyana has confirmed another three cases of the novel coronavirus, bring the total cases here to eight.
This was announced by Public Health Minister, Volda...
United Nations urges Guyana Govt to introduce “more stringent measures” to stem COVID-19
The United Nations (UN) System has called on the Guyana Government to urgently introduce more stringent measures to stem COVID-19.
See full statement:
The novel coronavirus...
CORONAVIRUS: Linden announces curfew for people, businesses
The Linden Mayor and Town Council has imposed a curfew for people as well as businesses operating in the township, in a bid to...
Recent Articles
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...
Essequibo resident, Vera Florence, celebrates 100th birthday
Nestled in the heart of Queenstown, a remarkable soul celebrates 100 years on earth. Vera Florence Venture, a name synonymous with resilience and community...