New PSA will guide firms vying for oil blocks in this month’s auction
The Government of Guyana plans to go ahead with the much-anticipated auction of the oil blocks by the end of this month, with the...
61-Y-O man dies from Covid
A 61-year-old man from Region Three (Essequibo Islands-West Demerara) is the country’s latest Covid-19 fatality.
The man, who was unvaccinated, succumbed on September 11. This...
President Ali set to meet VP Harris during US visit
President Dr Irfaan Ali is set to depart Guyana today for a series of engagements in the United States of America, including roundtable discussions,...
GECOM extends Claims and Objections exercise by 7 days
The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has extended the ongoing Claims and Objections Exercise by seven days, to afford eligible persons further opportunities to participate...
ABCE countries resolve to support Guyana in building a strong democratic system
Joint Statement from the ABCE countries on International Day of Democracy
HE Ambassador of the United States of America, Sarah-Ann Lynch, HE the British High...
President lauds partnership under India’s ITEC programme
President Dr Irfaan Ali pointed to the importance of the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC), particularly its “functionality” in the ever-changing education landscape.
The...
More teachers trained to support migrant children
The Ministry of Education’s Disaster Risk Prevention and Migrant Support Unit recently concluded a two-day English as a Second Language (ESL) capacity-building workshop in...
No decision yet on extension of Claims and Objections Exercise – GECOM
The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has noted the contents of a letter published in the Wednesday, September 14, 2022 edition of the Stabroek News,...
Only 12.5% of population took booster shots
Only 12.5 per cent of the population have returned for their COVID booster doses, as many persons are yet to take the jab.
Statistics revealed...
GTT Fibre expected to be available to 75% of homes by 2024
Telecommunication giant, Guyana Telephone and Telegraph Company (GTT) has set a goal of making its Fibre service available for 75 per cent of Guyanese...
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Govt to appeal ruling on teachers’ strike – AG
The government will be moving to the Court of Appeal seeking to overturn the ruling handed down by Justice Sandil Kissoon at the Supreme...
Jurassic-themed promenade, boating activity, golf course, shops, boardwalk among plans for National Park
The Protected Areas Commission (PAC) has revealed a new zone plan for the enhancement of the National Park, which will see the introduction of...
Saharan Dust plume projected to pass over Guyana from Friday-Sunday – EPA
See full statement from the Environmental Protection Agency:
The Environmental Protection Agency hereby issues an advisory on a forecasted Saharan Dust plume projected to be...
2 mining operations in Puruni flagged for unsafe conditions
Two operations in Puruni Mining District in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) were flagged by the Occupational Safety and Health Department of the Ministry of Labour...
Berbice siblings died from dengue complications – Dr Anthony
The Berbice brother and sister who died a day apart had complications associated with dengue fever, Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony has revealed.
Speaking to...
Vreed-en-Hoop to G/town water taxi operation back to normal
See full statement from the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD):
Waters taxis have received the green light to resume use of the Stabroek stelling for the...
President Ali receives UWI American Foundation Legacy Award
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali, championing a robust Caribbean identity, has urged the region to actively embrace and value its unique culture and abundance...
Govt/contractor dispute on GtE will not affect US EXIM Bank loan – Jagdeo
The ongoing dispute between the Guyana Government and its contractor for the model Gas-to-Energy (GtE) project, Lindsayca CH4 Guyana Inc. (LNDCH4), will not affect...
Govt plans to procure additional 30-40 megawatts of power by year-end
See full statement from the Office of the Prime Minister:
Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret'd), the Honourable Mark Phillips, convened a special meeting with parliamentary committee...
At least 1 dead as mining pit collapses at Marudi Mountain
At least one person is dead after a mining pit collapsed last night at Marudi Mountain, Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Essequibo).
INews will provide more details...