A new government service centre on the Essequibo Coast has opened, bringing multiple public services under one roof as part of efforts to decentralise access and improve service delivery. The facility at Cotton Field, Region Two, is the third Government of Guyana service centre and the first of its kind…
Applications open for green innovation grants for small businesses
The 2026 Green Technology Fund has been launched, offering grants of up to $1.2 million to support small businesses developing environmentally sustainable solutions. The initiative, managed by the Small Business Bureau under the Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, aims to promote climate-smart innovation while strengthening the country’s push towards…
60th Independence ‘Homecoming’ launched
Guyana has officially launched its 60th Independence anniversary celebrations under a “Homecoming” theme, with a major tourism and cultural showcase aimed at attracting the diaspora and boosting the country’s creative industries. “This is a moment to reflect on our achievements in nation building, democracy, education, infrastructure, and economic development, and…
Rain continues to play spoilsport in Guyana-Barbados U16 series
The prevailing inclement weather in Guyana continues to frustrate the ongoing bilateral Under-16 50-over series between the hosts and Barbados. On Thursday, the third scheduled match day was washed out without a ball being bowled at the Police Sports Club ground, Eve Leary. This marks the latest setback in a…
Attention shifts to Jumbo Jet’s $10M Nitro Kart Clash
The focus of the Guyanese motorsport community has shifted toward the upcoming Nitro Kart Clash, with organisers confirming a total prize pool of G$10 million for the event on April 19. Following the success of last weekend’s Guyana Motor Racing & Sports Club’s Kart Revival, interest in the meeting at…
GMR&SC opens registration for Dexterity Racing & Auto Expo
Registration has officially opened for the Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC) Dexterity and Auto Expo, with organisers reporting a significant surge in interest ahead of the April 11 event. The competition, which is set to take place in the National Track and Field Centre parking lot, West Coast…
Olympic Kremlin primed for Easter Cup showdown at Port Mourant
Slingerz Racing Stable’s prized thoroughbred, Olympic Kremlin, is said to be in peak condition and ready to deliver another commanding performance when he lines up in the feature Easter Cup on Sunday, April 5, at the Port Mourant Turf Club. The accomplished runner, a former Guyana Cup champion, will headline…
Home Affairs Ministry probes fake medical certificates in tint waiver applications
The Ministry of Home Affairs has launched an investigation into the falsification of medical certificates submitted by applicants seeking tint waivers. In a statement issued on April 2, 2026, the Ministry reminded the public that a verification system is in place to monitor the issuance of tint waivers under…
Strategic investment driving Guyana’s CARIFTA ambitions – Director of Sport
With Guyana’s 24-member athletics team set to compete at the 53rd edition of the CARIFTA Games in Grenada, Director of Sport Steve Ninvalle has underscored the critical role of sustained government investment in shaping the country’s growing success in track and field. The championships, which run from April 4–6 at…
West Berbice man injured after police shooting
A 33-year-old man from West Coast Berbice is nursing serious injuries after he was shot by police at the Blairmont Police Station. Steve Vyfhuis of Lot 309, Number 9 Village, West Coast Berbice, who has been diagnosed with schizophrenia, was previously involved in incidents in March that resulted in damage…
