Thousands of residents in Region Nine will begin receiving government cash grants from Thursday, as part of a nationwide initiative to deliver direct financial support to citizens. President Irfaan Ali made the announcement during the commissioning of the Karasabai airstrip on Saturday, revealing that more than 1, 200 persons in…
Shipping association says proposed Corentyne River fees could disrupt Guyana–Suriname trade
The Shipping Association of Guyana (SAG) on Saturday warned that proposed fees for the use of the Corentyne River by Guyanese vessel operators could disrupt cross-border trade and harm economic ties with Suriname. The association said it had taken note of concerns raised by the business community over the potential…
IPL 2026: Bishnoi stars as Royals edge tense win over Titans
Ravi Bishnoi bagged his best figures in the Indian Premier League as Rajasthan Royals edged to a tense six-run win over Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad. India leg-spinner Bishnoi, subbed in as an impact player, finished with 4-41 as the Titans fell just short of what would have been their highest chase in…
IPL 2026: Brilliant Rizvi helps Delhi Capitals down Mumbai Indians
Sameer Rizvi’s fine start to this year’s Indian Premier League continued after he cracked a superb 90 off 51 balls which helped Delhi Capitals to a six-wicket win over Mumbai Indians. Rizvi, yet to play international cricket for India at senior level, made 70 not out in Delhi’s win over Lucknow Super…
Guysons and Go-Invest craft investment strategy for Enmore oilfield expansion
Guyana’s drive to turn national vision into real economic opportunity continues to take shape on the ground, as Guysons K+B Industries and the Guyana Office for Investment (Go-Invest) work together to craft an investment strategy supporting the expansion of local manufacturing and oilfield services at Enmore. The collaboration reflects the…
GCCI condemns Suriname’s attempts to stymie development in Berbice
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has noted that recent moves to institute a “river fee” for Guyanese vessels traversing the Corentyne River is an act geared towards stymying the development of Berbice, Region Six. See full statement below: Guyana cannot continue to act in good faith and…
IPL 2026: Arya and Shreyas star as Kings breach CSK’s fortress again
Punjab are the Kings of 200-plus chases in the IPL. They’d done it eight times before Friday night, and they did it again as Priyansh Arya and Shreyas Iyer laid waste to the Chennai Super Kings bowling attack. Arya had 33 off nine when the PBKS fifty came up in the fourth over of their innings. Shreyas was 4…
Berbice Chamber of Commerce alarmed over Corentyne River fees imposed by Suriname
The Berbice Chamber of Commerce and Development Association (BCCCDA) has raised concerns over “River fees” imposed by Suriname authorities against Guyanese citizens operating vessels in the Corentyne River. The Association is calling on the Government of Guyana to intervene. See full statement below: The Berbice Chamber of Commerce and Development…
Chinese acrobatic troupe to stage free performances for Guyana’s 60th Independence
A world-renowned acrobatic troupe from China will stage a series of performances across Guyana in April as part of activities to mark the country’s 60th Independence Anniversary. The shows, which are open to the public, will feature displays of agility, artistry and high-level acrobatics, with performances scheduled in Regions Two,…
Guyana eyes large-scale farm investments in talks with Brazilian investors
Guyana is exploring large-scale agricultural investments with a team of Brazilian investors, as the government seeks to expand production and boost the sector’s role in economic growth and regional food security. Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha met the delegation on Thursday and said the government stands ready to facilitate investments across…
