Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance, Dr. Ashni Singh, says Budget 2026 will be presented within a clear policy framework already laid out in the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) 2025 manifesto, reflecting extensive public consultation and President Irfaan Ali’s vision for national transformation. During…
GRA uncovers conspiracy between employees, Azruddin Mohamed to transfer vehicles in breach of AML regulations
See full statement from the GRA below: The Guyana Revenue Authority is presently investigating several employees who may have aided and abetted Mr. Azruddin Mohamed in the transfer of several motor vehicles between November 27, 2025, and December 5, 2025, in breach of both regulations associated with the transfer of…
Boxers handed signing bonuses ahead of January Pro/Am showdown
As fighters for the upcoming “Pro/Am Showdown” sat down to sign their contracts, they were met with immediate signing bonuses—a move designed to shatter the traditional “amateur-pay” culture and elevate the professional standards of the sport in Guyana. The contract signing was held on Friday at the Windjammer International Hotel….
Rum tours, Rupununi Rodeo high on THAG’s agenda for 2026
Tourism is expected to give a significant boost to Guyana’s economy in 2026, and according to the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG), rum tours and the annual Rupununi Ranchers Rodeo are high on the agenda. Speaking to the News Room on Wednesday, THAG President Mitra Rajkumar said several…
Gov’t moves ahead with connecting isolated communities in Regions Eight and Nine
Residents of Guyana’s hinterland are set to benefit from major improvements in roads and bridges as the Government moves ahead with plans to better connect far-flung communities in Regions Eight and Nine, easing the high cost of living and opening up new economic opportunities. Public Works Minister Juan Edghill said…
Teen among three remanded for deadly Canje robbery
A 17-year-old is among three males remanded on Friday in connection with the murder of a Chinese national during a robbery. Colwin Morris and Peter Baker, both aged 29 and residents of the Fort Ordinance Housing Scheme, Canje, Berbice alongside the 17-year-old appeared before Magistrate Michelle Matthias at the New…
Two Brazilian miners die in landslide at Chenapou Gold Mine
Tragedy struck a gold mining site in the North Pakaraimas earlier this week when two Brazilian miners were killed after a section of sand collapsed inside a pit. Police confirmed that the incident occurred at “S” Bend Backdam, Chenapou. The victims have been identified as 37-year-old Cleumiton Da Silva…
Ex-girlfriend remains in custody as probe continues into fatal Linden shooting
The 24-year-old ex-girlfriend of Amar Jones remains in police custody as the investigation into the fatal shooting continues, Regional Commander Kurleigh Simon told the News Room on Friday. A motor vehicle was also seized as part of the ongoing probe. Jones, described as a devoted father and a hardworking young…
Sir Ronald Sanders to be appointed Chancellor of the University of Guyana
Sir Ronald Sanders is set to become the next Chancellor of the University of Guyana following his identification for the post by the institution’s Council, a statement from the Office of the President confirmed on Friday. The position became vacant after the completion of the term of Professor John Edward…
Western Tigers stun Slingerz to win GFF Super 16 Cup
Western Tigers have pulled off one of the great modern upsets in Guyanese football, defeating the formidable Slingerz FC 1-0 to lift the Guyana Football Federation’s Super 16 Cup on New Year’s Day. A dramatic 89th-minute strike from Kevon ‘Showtime’ Woodley proved to be the difference on a night where…
