Two people have died following a crash involving a car that struck a roadside rail and a utility pole along the East Coast of Demerara, police said. The victims were identified as Seerochanie Khemraj of Tuchen New Housing Scheme, East Bank Essequibo, and driver Nicklas Lillah. Police said the incident…
CIOG President encourages reflection and solidarity in Eid message
Full message from Al-Hajj Shahabudeen Ahmad, President of the Central Islamic Organisation of Guyana in observance of Eid-ul-Fitr: All Praise is due to Allah, Lord of the Worlds. Allah’s peace and blessings be upon our Master Muhammad and His (saws) household, companions and followers. O Allah, send prayers upon our…
Lady Jags face Jamaica on April 18 with ‘mountain to climb’ in CONCACAF Qualifiers
For Guyana’s Lady Jags, the road to the 2026 Concacaf Women’s Championship—and by extension, the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup—has narrowed to a razor-thin tightrope. Following a gruelling campaign, Guyana sits third in Group B. While they are level on points with leaders Jamaica and second-place Nicaragua, the table is…
Jamaica Football Federation and Adidas agree to new deal potentially worth billions
The Jamaica Observer understands that the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) has agreed to a new long-term contract with Adidas, which is set to run until 2034. The German apparel giants’ four-year sponsorship deal was due to expire at the end of December, but it has committed to a further eight…
GRFU targeting schools to expand and unearth new talents
The Guyana Rugby Football Union (GRFU) has officially commenced a major overhaul of its youth development strategy, re-launching the ‘Get Into Rugby’ schools’ tag programme at the Parade Ground in Georgetown on Friday. Under the leadership of newly elected President Ryan Gonsalves, the union is looking to reverse a recent…
Sri Lanka players told to clear fitness test to get NOCs for IPL 2026
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has asked its players to pass fitness tests in order to be eligible for the no-objection certificates (NOCs) that would allow them to play in franchise leagues. This is of immediate consequence for the IPL, where the likes of Wanindu Hasaranga (Lucknow Super Giants), Nuwan Thushara…
Without peace, prosperity is a fragile illusion – President Ali
Full message from President Dr Irfaan Ali on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr 2026: I extend warmest greetings to all, and most especially to the Islamic community in Guyana, for whom Eid-ul-Fitr is a triumph written in faith, sacrifice, and devotion. Eid-ul-Fitr is culmination of the Holy Month of Ramadan. It…
GMSA, Gov’t engage on strengthening local bottled water industry
The Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA), alongside local bottled water producers, recently met with Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation, Deodat Indar, and senior officials of the Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) to examine opportunities and challenges within the country’s water manufacturing sector. During the meeting, the GMSA expressed strong…
Linden to Mabura Hill Road project reaches key milestone
[PRESS RELEASE] – The Linden to Mabura Hill Road project has reached a key milestone, with approximately 100 kilometres of roadway now upgraded from what was historically a “mud and slush” trail into a modern asphalt corridor. The works are progressing on schedule to accommodate increased traffic demand ahead of…
Scotiabank partners with Youth Challenge Guyana to strengthen youth employability through skilled trades
Scotiabank Guyana has partnered with Youth Challenge Guyana for Launching Out, a six-week plumbing training programme, enhanced with life-skills instruction. Backed by a GY$6,517,440 investment, the programme aims to strengthen the employability, entrepreneurial capacity and long-term economic resilience of young people across Guyana. Youth Challenge Guyana has over thirty years…
