A veteran is what Minister within the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport Steven Jacobs boldly called himself on Monday night as he presented his maiden address to the National Assembly during the 2026 National Budget debate. The former national off-spinner chose the self-proclaimed title for not once referring to…
Parag says opposition criticized GOAL but benefited, rejects attack on $7B school feeding programme
Minister of Education Sonia Parag on Monday mounted a detailed defence of the government’s education agenda during the 2026 National Budget debate, directly rebutting claims made by opposition education spokespeople Dr. Gordon Barker and Coretta McDonald, while accusing the opposition of advancing misinformation and double standards. A central feature of…
More support for vulnerable groups in Budget 2026 – Minister Persaud
As the Budget Debate continued on Monday, Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr Vindhya Persaud, vowed that support for vulnerable groups across the country will be expanded. Group by group, the minister outlined what programmes are ongoing and how those will be expanded through investments from Budget 2026…
From cost-of-living support to new infrastructure, Budget Debate opens with fiery presentations
The 2026 Budget Debate opened with fiery presentations on Monday afternoon, featuring a diminished and split opposition sharing their criticisms, but countered by a strong defence from the government side. The debate in the National Assembly got underway with a presentation from We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) Parliamentarian, Dr. Andre…
Lady Jags thump St. Vincent and the Grenadines 14-0 in Concacaf U-17 Qualifiers
Alexandria Chasles found the back of the net six times on Monday as Guyana comprehensively defeated St. Vincent and Grenadines 14-0 in their final match in Group D of the Concacaf Women’s Under-17 Qualifiers in Aruba. Despite the commanding victory, the Lady Jags finished third in the group behind winners…
CWI and Dowrich reach amicable resolution on legal matters
Cricket West Indies (CWI) and Barbados former West Indies wicketkeeper-batsman Shane Dowrich have resolved legal matters arising from Dowrich’s early return from the West Indies tour of New Zealand in 2020. The issues are related to Dowrich’s eligibility for selection and the non-renewal of his central playing contract. After engagement…
Guyana, Belize call for agricultural integration and removal of regional trade barriers
Belize and Guyana have committed to strengthening agricultural cooperation and dismantling long-standing regional trade barriers, as President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali of Guyana urged Caribbean nations to create a fairer, more integrated food system that protects farmers and secures regional food sovereignty. Addressing a Joint Sitting of Belize’s National…
GMSA’s ‘Uncapped’ portal expands market access for small agro-processors
With support from Sterling Products Limited and the Beharry Group, the Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA) is expanding market access for local manufacturers through its digital marketplace. GMSA President Rafeek Khan said the Association strengthened its e-commerce offerings with the launch of the Uncapped Marketplace portal in December 2025….
City Council–GLU agreement brings wide-ranging improvements for council workers
A long-awaited labour agreement between the Mayor and Council of Georgetown and the Guyana Labour Union (GLU), signed last week, is expected to bring significant improvements to wages, benefits, and working conditions for City Council employees. Mayor of Georgetown, Alfred Mentore, said the agreement was under discussion for more than…
Guyana Squash Association welcomes $6B budgetary allocation for sport
The Guyana Squash Association (GSA) has welcomed government’s allocation of $6 billion for the development of sport in Budget 2026. The investment, the GSA pointed out, “reflects a clear national commitment to strengthening sport as a driver of youth development, national pride, and economic growth.” The GSA, led by David…
