Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr Vindhya Persaud, has made it clear that she will not tolerate any actions or behaviours that go against the law or the mandate of the Ministry. In fact, she acknowledged the need for changes in attitudes and behaviours within the Ministry. “I…
Mustapha warns region will ‘fail the people’ if food security targets are not met
Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha has warned that countries across Latin America and the Caribbean risk failing their citizens if critical food security targets are not achieved. Speaking at the 39th Session of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Regional Conference, Mustapha stressed the need for urgent…
‘Science, technology underpin our strategy’ – Mustapha tells FAO forum
Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha on Thursday said Guyana is using innovation, technology and climate-resilient strategies to close persistent food production gaps. He was addressing a roundtable during the 39th Session of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Regional Conference for Latin America and the Caribbean in…
Georgetown City Council gives property owners one month to remove illegal parapet encumbrances
The Mayor and City Council of Georgetown are warning property owners and vendors that unauthorized items placed on the city’s parapets, reserves, road shoulders, sidewalks and other municipal lands are in violation of municipal regulations and must be removed. In a notice issued on March 5, 2026, the Council said…
Women urged to turn sacrifices into leadership at We Lift 6
Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, called on women to recognize the sacrifices they already make and use that strength to lead. “I see so many women raising children on their own, women sacrificing so many things, working two jobs to ensure that their families are…
Boat captain traumatized, plans to quit fishing career after harrowing ordeal
A boat captain who endured a terrifying incident at sea during a recent fishing expedition has revealed his plans to step away from the fishing industry due to the lasting impact of the experience. Dale Yipsam, 39, from Diamond Housing Scheme, East Bank Demerara, shared his account with the News…
‘Use your voices, create spaces’ – Minister Persaud urges women at ‘WeLift – 6’
Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr Vindhya Persaud, is urging women across Guyana to use their voices, influence and innovation to shape the country’s future and expand opportunities for other women and girls. Speaking at the opening ceremony ‘We Lift – 6’ at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre…
Young women urged to lead with confidence at Fourth National Assembly of Girls
Young women from across Guyana gathered in the National Assembly chamber on Friday for the Fourth National Assembly of Girls, an initiative organised by Imperial House in collaboration with the Parliament of Guyana, aimed at empowering girls to participate in leadership and governance. The sitting, held as Guyana prepares to…
No surge in cases but Health Ministry monitoring dengue, chikungunya situation
Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony said Guyana has not seen a recent surge in the number of individuals affected by dengue or chikungunya, but assured citizens that local authorities continue to track and monitor cases robustly. The Health Minister engaged the News Room on the sidelines of a recent event,…
Firefighters still battling Amelia’s Ward blaze; smoke affecting scores of residents
Firefighters are still battling a massive blaze in the Amelia’s Ward area of Linden on Friday morning, more than 12 hours after the fire began, while thick smoke continues to affect residents in nearby communities. Regional officials said the fire remains active in a valley area near sawmill operations, but…
