Read full statement from the Ministry of Public Works: The Government of Guyana has explicitly stated that it has neither approved nor sanctioned any increase in fares across all modes of public transportation, including minibuses, hire cars, speedboats, and airport taxis. Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, who holds…
Fraser, Yusuf tons light up Diamond Jubilee softball finals
A masterclass in power-hitting from West Indies international Sherry-Ann Fraser and a brutal century from Unis Yusuf headlined the final day of the softball cricket segment at Guyana’s 60th Independence Diamond Jubilee Sports programme. The tournament, played under the auspices of the Georgetown Softball Cricket League Inc. and sponsored by…
Young boxers shine at GBA developmental tournament
The future of Guyanese boxing was on full display this weekend as the Andrew ‘Six Head’ Lewis Gym took top honours at the Guyana Boxing Association (GBA) Developmental Tournament. Staged at the Andrew ‘Six Head’ Lewis Gym, the event brought together a hungry pack of young fighters from across the…
CPL-UWI partnership opens applications for 10th edition of internship programme
The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) and the University of the West Indies (UWI) Faculty of Sport have opened applications for their joint internship programme ahead of the 2026 tournament. Now entering its tenth year, the initiative continues to bridge academic development with industry experience, embedding students within one…
Some Guyanese once wanted to be ‘more British than Guyanese’ after Independence — Ramotar
Former President Donald Ramotar says one of Guyana’s biggest struggles in the years surrounding Independence was overcoming a deeply entrenched colonial mindset, with some citizens identifying more with Britain than with their own country. Ramotar made the remarks on Monday during a panel discussion commemorating Guyana’s 60th Independence Anniversary celebrations…
Ethnic voting did not determine 2025 election outcome, Nascimento notes PPP/C policy-driven campaign
Veteran communications strategist and political commentator Christopher ‘Kit’ Nascimento believes Guyana’s 2025 General and Regional Elections signalled a major shift away from race-based politics, with voters responding instead to policies, programmes and national development. Nascimento made the remarks on Monday during a panel discussion marking Guyana’s 60th Independence Anniversary celebrations…
Police probe fatal river mishap near Buckhall Landing
Police are investigating a fatal river mishap that occurred Saturday night in the Essequibo River near Buckhall Landing, resulting in the death of 38-year-old Andrew Christopher Bradford, called “Chris,” a pork-knocker of De William, West Coast Demerara, and Caria Caria, Essequibo River. According to initial investigations, a speedboat operated by…
Pre-sale tickets launched for Guyana Grand Prix
Online pre-sale tickets for the highly anticipated Guyana Grand Prix have officially gone on sale ahead of the historic July 11–12 event at the South Dakota Circuit. Following last week’s official launch—spearheaded by President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali—fans can now secure their tickets online via https://guyanago.org/events/90-gt-challenge-de-las-americas-round-3-guyana-grand-prix A spokesperson for the…
IPL 2026: Sunrisers power into playoffs; CSK on brink of elimination
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have qualified for the IPL 2026 playoffs, taking Gujarat Titans with them. Chennai Super Kings (CSK), meanwhile, are on the brink of elimination. MS Dhoni made it to the ground for the first time this season, but his calf injury continued to keep him on the sidelines….
FOUR-DAY: Red Force dismiss Harpy Eagles for 245 to take 15-run lead
A tantalisingly poised second-innings shootout will decide the 2026 West Indies Four-Day Championship title after Trinidad and Tobago Red Force secured a razor-thin 15-run first-innings lead over the Guyana Harpy Eagles on a gripping second day at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. The defending champions, chasing a fourth consecutive crown,…
