Guyana’s drive toward a modern, climate-resilient land governance framework has taken a significant step forward with the successful implementation of the Sustainable Land Development and Management (SLDM) project, which has trained more than 600 people nationwide in sustainable land-use practices. Speaking at the project’s closing ceremony and workshop on Tuesday,…
Finance Minister assures economy built for resilience amid oil price volatility
As global oil prices trend downward, Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh has assured that Guyana’s macroeconomic framework has been deliberately designed to withstand fluctuations in international commodity markets. Speaking on the sidelines of an event on Tuesday, Dr Singh said that even as Guyana expands as a major oil producer,…
30,000 requests made for land on Soesdyke–Linden Highway
The Guyana Lands and Surveys Commission (GLSC) is reporting an unprecedented rush for land along the Soesdyke–Linden Highway, with more than 30,000 applications now on record—an extraordinary demand that has left the corridor “fully saturated.” Chief Executive Officer of the Commission, Enrique Monize, made the disclosure on Tuesday during the…
Budget 2026 already in motion – Dr Singh
Minister of Finance Dr. Ashni Singh on Tuesday said the Government of Guyana has already begun the intensive process of preparing Budget 2026, with renewed commitments guiding the work ahead. Speaking with reporters on the sidelines of an event, Dr. Singh said that although the administration has returned to office…
Fixtures, groups released for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
The 10th edition of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup will start on February 7, 2026, with a total of six sides in action on the opening day, including the title-holders India. They will take on USA in Mumbai as they set out to become the first team to defend their Men’s T20…
Hope and reassurance of a bright future as Waldron meets incarcerated juveniles
Minister of Home Affairs, Oneidge Walrond, on Monday delivered a message of hope and reassurance to youths detained at the Juvenile Holding Centre, pledging strengthened rehabilitation efforts and a more supportive environment to help them rebuild their lives. During the visit, Walrond told the teenagers that the government remains committed…
Colombian Navy Commander meets GDF Chief as Guyana, Colombia pursue stronger defence cooperation
Chief of Defence Staff Brigadier Omar Khan, MSS, and senior officers of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) on Monday welcomed the Commander of the Colombian Navy, Admiral Juan Ricardo Rozo, during a courtesy call at the Executive Room, Base Camp Ayanganna. Admiral Rozo was accompanied by a high-level delegation, including…
Man, 36, dies after alleged attack by relative during yard argument at Supply
A 36-year-old man died on Monday night after he was attacked by a male relative during an argument at their shared yard at Supply, Mahaica, East Coast Demerara. Dead is Ray Sheoraj, called “Redman,” of Supply, Mahaica. Police in Regional Division 4 ‘C’ said the incident occurred around 23:00 hrs…
South Africa close to first series win in India since 2000
South Africa are on the brink of a first Test series win in India for 25 years after reducing the hosts to 27-2 in pursuit of 549 on day four in Guwahati. India, who were skittled for 201 in their first innings, must bat throughout the final day to avoid…
ENet Senior CASA 2025: Fung-A-Fat, Khalil to battle for bronze; Ince through to semis
Guyana’s hopes for an individual women’s gold medal at the ENet Senior Caribbean Squash Championships (CASA 2025) ended on Monday night in Georgetown, but the focus immediately shifts to an all-Guyanese battle for bronze and a massive semi-final test for national men’s champion Daniel Ince. The tournament, hosted in Guyana…
