Former President Donald Ramotar says one of Guyana’s biggest struggles in the years surrounding Independence was overcoming a deeply entrenched colonial mindset, with some citizens identifying more with Britain than with their own country. Ramotar made the remarks on Monday during a panel discussion commemorating Guyana’s 60th Independence Anniversary celebrations…
Ethnic voting did not determine 2025 election outcome, Nascimento notes PPP/C policy-driven campaign
Veteran communications strategist and political commentator Christopher ‘Kit’ Nascimento believes Guyana’s 2025 General and Regional Elections signalled a major shift away from race-based politics, with voters responding instead to policies, programmes and national development. Nascimento made the remarks on Monday during a panel discussion marking Guyana’s 60th Independence Anniversary celebrations…
Police probe fatal river mishap near Buckhall Landing
Police are investigating a fatal river mishap that occurred Saturday night in the Essequibo River near Buckhall Landing, resulting in the death of 38-year-old Andrew Christopher Bradford, called “Chris,” a pork-knocker of De William, West Coast Demerara, and Caria Caria, Essequibo River. According to initial investigations, a speedboat operated by…
Pre-sale tickets launched for Guyana Grand Prix
Online pre-sale tickets for the highly anticipated Guyana Grand Prix have officially gone on sale ahead of the historic July 11–12 event at the South Dakota Circuit. Following last week’s official launch—spearheaded by President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali—fans can now secure their tickets online via https://guyanago.org/events/90-gt-challenge-de-las-americas-round-3-guyana-grand-prix A spokesperson for the…
IPL 2026: Sunrisers power into playoffs; CSK on brink of elimination
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have qualified for the IPL 2026 playoffs, taking Gujarat Titans with them. Chennai Super Kings (CSK), meanwhile, are on the brink of elimination. MS Dhoni made it to the ground for the first time this season, but his calf injury continued to keep him on the sidelines….
FOUR-DAY: Red Force dismiss Harpy Eagles for 245 to take 15-run lead
A tantalisingly poised second-innings shootout will decide the 2026 West Indies Four-Day Championship title after Trinidad and Tobago Red Force secured a razor-thin 15-run first-innings lead over the Guyana Harpy Eagles on a gripping second day at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. The defending champions, chasing a fourth consecutive crown,…
Passports returned as Labour Ministry probes alleged abuse of foreign workers
See below the full release from the Ministry of Labour: The Ministry of Labour and Manpower Planning notes with serious concern allegations regarding the treatment of foreign workers employed at Ekaa Hrim Earth Resources in Batavia Village, Region Seven. Acting on information received, the Ministry over the weekend launched an…
United Nations joins Global Biodiversity Alliance, signs declaration with Guyana

(Ministry of Natural Resources and United Nations Guyana Joint Press Release) The Government of Guyana and the United Nations in Guyana signed a Declaration of Intent (DOI) to formalise the United Nations’ participation in the Global Biodiversity Alliance, marking an important step in strengthening cooperation on biodiversity conservation, sustainable development,…
Elections trial resumes; concerns raised about Lawrence absence
The trial into the March 2020 elections resumed on Monday after a two weeks adjournment with a key witness, Bibi Aneishaw Mohamed continuing and concluding her sworn testimony. The proceedings resumed after the last hearing which was held on April 30. On that date, the defence and prosecution teams, along…
60th anniversary celebrations to unlock Orange Economy potential – Jacobs

Guyana’s Orange Economy being pushed by the government is expected to greatly benefit stakeholders through the range of activities planned for the nation’s 60th Independence Anniversary Diamond Jubilee celebrations. Minister within the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, Steven Jacobs on Sunday appeared on the Starting Point Podcast and said…
