Brazil’s proud tradition of producing world-class racehorses and elite professionals is once again drawing international attention, this time from Guyana, where horse racing is entering an exciting new era. With the sport rapidly developing in Guyana, Brazilian bloodlines and expertise have become a prime target for owners looking to elevate…
‘I dropped her off happy… I collected her gone’ – Family broken after death of Corentyne teen
The family of 16-year-old Jodea Seline of Limlair Village, Corentyne, is still overwhelmed with grief as they try to come to terms with her sudden death following Friday night’s tragic accident that claimed a second life and left 17 others seriously injured. Her mother, Shemmala Castello, said she had dropped…
Govt achieves full connectivity under LEO WiFiGY programme
The Office of the Prime Minister, through its facilitating agency the National Data Management Authority (NDMA), has successfully completed the roll-out of the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) WiFiGY service to all 253 indigenous villages across the country, which ensures that every hinterland, remote, and riverain community now benefits from public…
Guyana sends powerful signal on clean energy transition as 3MW solar farm comes online in Berbice
Guyana on Friday commissioned a 3MW solar farm at Hampshire, Region Six—an achievement senior government officials say proves the country’s climate leadership is grounded not in rhetoric, but in action. Speaking at the ceremony, Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance, Dr Ashni Singh, described…
Norris and Piastri disqualified from Las Vegas GP
Lando Norris and McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri have been disqualified from the Las Vegas Grand Prix for technical infringements. The skid blocks on both cars were found after the race to be less than the minimum depth allowed in the rules. Norris, who finished second to Red Bull’s Max Verstappen,…
Wakenaam brothers claim double World Title in Hawaii
A remarkable family success story unfolded at the 2025 World Powerlifting Championship in Kona, Hawaii, as brothers Dinesh Mangra and Marlon Nankishore, representing Guyana, secured first place in their respective divisions. It is understood that the specific championship is not affiliated with the International Powerlifting Federation. The victories solidify an…
AmCham Guyana and U.S. Embassy host Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon
The American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) Guyana, in partnership with the U.S. Embassy in Georgetown, hosted its annual Thanksgiving luncheon at the U.S. Ambassador’s residence, continuing a cherished four-year tradition. This event brought together elders from five geriatric homes across Guyana including Uncle Eddie’s Home, Demerara Paradise Nursing Home, St….
GECOM delivered one of the most transparent, credible & professionally managed elections in Guyana’s history – UNDP
[UNDP GUYANA] – Elections are among the most important moments in a democracy. Elections are about more than casting a ballot – they are about trust in institutions. Elections give citizens a voice, renew leadership, and shape a nation’s future. In Guyana, the 2025 General and Regional Elections were more…
UPDATE: Beloved Corentyne teacher dies hours after No. 63 crash; three students still critical
A second life has been lost in Friday’s horrific accident at Number 63 Village, Corentyne Berbice, as 31-year-old teacher Jerome Bernard succumbed to his injuries on Saturday. Bernard, of Brighton Village, was the driver of minibus BAB 7570, which was transporting teachers and students returning home from a sports event…
Gov’t to issue cease orders for operations with low gold declarations as new multi-agency crackdown takes shape
The Government is preparing to take its strongest enforcement action yet against gold smuggling and illegal mining, with President Dr Irfaan Ali announcing on Saturday that mining operations producing low or no declarations will soon receive cease orders, and operators who damage riverbanks will be suspended and stripped of their…
