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Despite being revised twice, Guyana’s projected GDP still “remarkable” – IDB

By Jainarine Deonauth Although the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised Guyana’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP)  growth estimate down twice - first from 85.6 to...

ERC to launch national conversation on ethnic relations

The Ethnic Relations Commission, (ERC) has announced that it is working in collaboration with the Office of the UN Resident Coordinator and the University...

Chris Gayle and Lasith Malinga pull out of LPL

Foreign players, franchise staff and tournament organisers continue to arrive in the Sooriyawewa area ahead of the start of the Lanka Premier League, but...

Eyewitness: Moving on

…to where? Your Eyewitness has learnt that Barbados is going to sever all links with Britain and its Monarchy and declare itself a Republic. Oh...

200 ICT hubs for hinterland, riverine communities over the next 2 years

The reintroduction of the Government’s Information Communication Technology (ICT) programme will see 200 hinterland and riverine communities benefiting from fully equipped ICT hubs over the...

38-Y-O man remanded for murder of girl, 16

Wickroy Mitchell, 38, also known as "Shatta" was today remanded for the murder of a 16-year-old girl of Baramita Village, North West District. Mitchell, who...

60-Y-O woman from Region Four dies from Covid-19

The Ministry of Health (MOH) has announced that as of November 18 2020, one more person who tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)...

Leading Mexican offshore firm interested in investing in Guyana

Investors in the oil and gas industry have signalled their interest to establish their regional headquarters in Guyana. This was disclosed by Guyana Office for...

Roads to be closed to facilitate State visit of UAE delegation to Guyana

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) on Thursday announced that several roads will be closed to facilitate a State visit by a delegation from the...

Records shattered as half billion people watched 2020 Hero CPL

The Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) saw an incredible 67 per cent increase in Television, Streaming and Digital viewership in 2020, reaching 523.5 million...

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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...

Over 3,000 persons already registered for PPP/C Congress – GS Jagdeo

The 32nd Congress of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) is set for May 3-5, 2024 at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre. The Congress is the...

Over 190 families squatting at East Coast, East Bank relocated this year – Croal

The government has relocated over 190 families who were squatting in the Success Housing Scheme, East Coast Demerara, and the riverbank along the East...

Jagdeo raps G/town city council for dereliction of duty

General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has flayed the Mayor and City Council (M&CC) of Georgetown for its abject neglect...

T&T’s trade mission seeks investment opportunities locally

A visiting trade mission from Trinidad and Tobago has been informed of the numerous, endless opportunities Guyana has to offer in various sectors. The 19-member...

GCCI blasts authorities for lack of action against reckless truck drivers

  See full statement from the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI): Consternation at the inadequate management of the road usage by heavy duty trucks The...

Evaluation criteria for contractors should be revised – Jagdeo

The evaluation criteria employed by the National Procurement and Tender Administration Board (NPTAB) for contractors should be revised to allow new companies to bid...

Govt ‘not desperately looking to sell’ Marriott Hotel – Jagdeo

The government may have to reopen bids for the sale of the Guyana Marriott Hotel at Kingston, Georgetown following the passing of the highest...

Massy Motors becomes authorised distributor of Mahindra vehicles in Guyana

See full statement from Massy Motors:  Mahindra, a global leader in automotive industry, has announced its partnership with Massy Motors. This collaboration marks the beginning...

Duo charged over solar panels stolen from school in Bartica

Two men have been charged in relation to the theft of solar panels from the Two Miles Primary School in Bartica, Region Seven.  Shawn Caesar,...