Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a body found on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in the Demerara River behind the Marriott Hotel, Kingston, Georgetown. The discovery was made around 10:40h. Police said the deceased is an unidentified male who appeared to be of African descent and in…
Teen killed in accident on Linden-Soesdyke Highway
A 19-year-old female of Moblissa, Linden-Soesdyke Highway, was killed in her home village on Saturday after the minibus in which she was travelling turned turtle. Police said Sarah Simon of Moblissa was travelling in minibus BAK 9272, driven by a 22-year-old male of Moblissa. At around 09:45h on Saturday, the…
India delivers new aircraft to expand Guyana’s aviation reach
An Indian Air Force C-17 Globemaster aircraft touched down at Cheddi Jagan International Airport on Saturday, delivering a new H-228 aircraft as part of growing aviation cooperation between India and Guyana. The aircraft, a HAL Dornier 228 manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), is a light, twin-engine turboprop designed for…
Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty officially launched in Guyana, marking major beauty milestone
Fenty Beauty, the globally renowned beauty brand founded by Rihanna officially launched in Guyana on Saturday, bringing its wide range of beauty and skincare products directly to local consumers for the first time. The milestone launch was spearheaded by Glamour Beauty, Guyana’s premier retail chain founded by Varsha Sharma. Despite…
Local Gov’t Minister conducts ground-level visits to flood-affected communities
Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya Manickchand, on Saturday visited several communities across the East Bank and Georgetown that were severely impacted by flooding following heavy, persistent rainfall overnight. During her visits, Minister Manickchand engaged directly with residents, taking the time to hear their concerns and understand the…
IPL 2026: RCB start title defence with statement win over Sunrisers
After Jacob Duffy made his best Josh Hazlewood impersonation on IPL debut, Devdutt Padikkal, who had replaced him as the Impact Sub, took centerstage as Royal Challengers Bengaluru kicked off their title defence with a drubbing of Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. Click here to view full scorecard Duffy bowled a nerveless spell, taking the new…
Region Eight businesses warned over unlicensed alcohol sales
Business proprietors in Region Eight have been urged to comply with licensing laws amid ongoing concerns about the sale of alcoholic beverages without proper authorisation. The warning came during a meeting on Thursday, led by the Commander of Regional Division #8, Ravindra Stanley. The engagement brought together members of the…
Bad weather forces postponement of Babu Jaan event honouring Dr. Jagan
The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) has postponed the annual event celebrating the work, life, and legacy of its founder, Dr. Cheddi Jagan, due to inclement weather. The event was scheduled to be held at Babu Jaan, Corentyne, Berbice, on Sunday, March 29, 2026. The party said the postponement is a…
Welfare and rights of children in football in sharp focus at GFF seminar
PRESS RELEASE || The Guyana Football Federation (GFF), in collaboration with the Rights of the Child Commission (RCC) and the Restorative Justice Centre (RJC) Guyana, held a two-day seminar titled, ‘Children’s Rights in Football: An Introduction to Restorative Practice and Child Safeguarding.’ The initiative formed part of a strategic partnership…
Hydromet office issues ‘severe weather’ advisory
The Hydrometeorological Service has issued a ‘severe weather’ advisory, warning residents of flooding in low-lying areas. The office noted that soils have already become saturated by recent rainfall and that forecast conditions will likely increase the risk of flooding in low-lying and poorly drained areas. Further, it warns that hilly…
