The Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG) has officially concluded its intensive encampment period for the 2026 CARIFTA Games, with officials expressing high confidence in the 24-member squad set to compete in St. George’s, Grenada, from April 4–6. The national contingent, comprising the country’s elite junior track and field talent, is…
Indar urges more women to join aviation sector
See below the full release from the GCAA: The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) officially opened its highly anticipated Women in Aviation Conference on Monday March 30, 2026, at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre, bringing together industry leaders, aviation professionals, and stakeholders to champion the advancement of women across the…
Pres. Ali mourns passing of Suriname’s Chan Santokhi
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has expressed deep sorrow at the passing of former President of Suriname, Chandrikapersad Santokhi, describing him as a trusted friend, regional partner and distinguished statesman. In a statement, President Ali extended condolences on behalf of the Government and people of Guyana to the Government and citizens…
Suryavanshi hits quickfire fifty to lead Royals to victory over CSK
Vaibhav Suryavanshi whacked the joint-third fastest half-century in Indian Premier League history as he helped Rajasthan Royals to an emphatic eight-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings. Set a modest 128 for victory by CSK in the opening game for both sides in this year’s tournament, the 15-year-old Royals opening batter hammered 50…
Fmr. Surinamese President passes away
(Republished from Waterkant News) VHP Chairman and former Head of State of Suriname Chandrikapersad Santokhi passed away today at the age of 67. Earlier in the day, an ambulance was called to the former president’s home due to a medical emergency. After the emergency services had provided assistance at the…
Women plans new businesses, community services after receiving WIN startup kits
Several women who received startup kits through the Women Innovation and Investment Network (WIN) programme on Monday said the equipment will allow them to immediately begin expanding their businesses and offering new services within their communities. Twenty women were presented with the startup kits after successfully completing courses in social…
Diaspora is more than remittances, skills also needed to build Guyana’s future
The University of Guyana on Monday opened its third Diaspora Conference, with a bold call to move beyond remittances and recognise the diaspora as a powerful source of skills, innovation and intellectual capital. The virtual conference is themed “Diaspora Matters: Belonging, Technology and Diaspora in the 21st Century.” It brings…
54 women receive $300,000 business grants to launch or expand enterprises
Fifty-four women from across the country on Monday received business grants valued at $300,000 each, in a move aimed at helping vulnerable women establish or grow their own enterprises and achieve financial independence. The grants were distributed through a collaboration between the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security, the…
Pres. Ali eyes Gulf state investment in local storage facilities
Guyana’s President Dr. Irfaan Ali believes that Gulf states should invest in large-scale storage facilities in the South American nation as part of efforts to cushion the impact of global disruptions. “I want to present Guyana as that location, that geographic location that can be a strategic location and a…
Youth Entrepreneurship Chamber to drive local talent into growing economy
More than 100 entrepreneurs, government officials and development partners gathered at the GAICO Construction Building on New Market Street on Friday evening for the inaugural Entrepreneurs Connect: March Mixer, hosted by the Guyana Youth Entrepreneurship Chamber (GYEC). Organisers say the event marks the beginning of a structured, long-term effort to…
