The Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) has led the tributes to Arudranauth Gossai following his historic election as President of the Bar Association of Guyana. In an official statement, the GCB hailed the appointment as an “excellent and commendable choice,” praising Gossai’s integrity, intellect, and unwavering commitment to service. The cricket…
Chateau Margot knocks out Grove as new Demerera champion to be crowned in Future Warriors Tapeball
There will be a new Demerara zone champion in the Future Warriors Tapeball tournament after a clinical, all-round display from Chateau Margot Primary dumped defending champions Grove Primary out of the competition on a rain-affected but ultimately rewarding opening day at the National Stadium. While inclement weather battered the majority…
Police investigating death of Sergeant
Police are investigating the death of Police Sergeant Bachan Singh of Airstrip Road, Non Pariel, East Coast Demerara. He died while receiving medical treatment after reportedly ingesting a poisonous substance. According to initial investigations, the incident occurred at about 14:00 hrs on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Singh’s residence. He…
Lusignan prison escapee captured, arrested after two weeks
Police have captured and arrested Adrian Damder nearly two weeks after his escape from the Lusignan Prison. According to police, the 34-year-old resident of Graham Street, Better Hope, East Coast Demerara had escaped from the prison sometime between 08:00 hrs and 16:00 hrs on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Acting on…
Over 90 trained in advancing climate-smart agriculture in Guyana
Press Release: The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) and the National Agricultural Research and Extension Institute (NAREI), successfully conducted a series of training sessions on Integrated Crop Production Management and Digital Sensor Systems under Protected Cultivation. The training…
Gossai elected President of Guyana Bar Association
Press Release: The 47th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of The Bar Association of Guyana was held 29th May 2026, via Zoom Online Platform. This AGM recorded the highest membership attendance in the Association’s history, reflecting the continued engagement, support and interest of members in the affairs of the Association. As…
PSC re-elects Gouveia, Smith to lead private sector body
The Private Sector Commission (PSC) has re-elected Captain Gerald Gouveia Jr. as Chairman and Kathy Smith as Vice Chairwoman following its 2026 Annual General Meeting, signaling continuity in leadership as Guyana’s business community navigates a rapidly expanding economy. The AGM saw members elect the organisation’s Executive Committee for the 2026–2027…
‘Look beyond Guyana’ – Finance Minister urges businesses to expand beyond local shores
Delivering the feature address on behalf of President Irfaan Ali today at the Private Sector Commission’s (PSC’s) 34th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at the Guyana Marriott Hotel, Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance Dr. Ashni Singh urged Guyanese companies to expand beyond the…
Diamond Jubilee 10k Road Relay set for today in Georgetown
The capital city is set to burst into a showcase of speed and teamwork this afternoon, Saturday, May 30, as the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport (MCYS) hosts the highly anticipated 60th Independence Diamond Jubilee 10K Road Relay. Staged in close collaboration with the Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG),…
GFF joins forces with UNICEF for major youth safeguarding drive
Guyana’s football community has taken a major step forward in protecting its next generation of talent following a specialised child safeguarding summit. A cohort of 23 sporting professionals—including coaches, referees, and key officials from Regions Three, Four and Five—have successfully completed an intensive two-day training block focused on the Prevention…
