The Guyana Prison Service (GPS) is taking a bold step toward modernising the country’s correctional system with the introduction of electronic ankle bracelets designed to monitor low-risk prisoners as they work both inside and outside prison walls. Director of Prisons, Nicklon Elliot, told the News Room during an interview on…
‘Travel, taste and win a trip’- Grenada bringing the Spice to GuyExpo 2025
The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) has brought its signature warmth, flavor, and island charm to the International Pavilion at this year’s GuyExpo, allowing Guyanese to discover and experience the island for themselves. Melinda Telesford, a GTA Marketing Executive, told the News Room that the team’s goal is to provide visitors…
Targeted nutrition and treatment helped reduce diabetes cases by half – Health Minister
As Guyana strives to reduce the number of persons battling diabetes, Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony on Wednesday disclosed that 30,000 persons currently receive treatment. This is far less than the 60,000 persons recorded in 2021, when the ministry adopted a new strategy to curb the disease through self-monitoring. The…
Couple turns passion for science into study app for students
Husband-and-wife Lokaya and Curtly Critchlow have teamed up to develop a study app for students. The couple’s passion for science merged well with their individual strengths—Curtly’s background in technology and Lokaya’s extensive years as a teacher— to produce Lokademy, an artificial intelligence (AI) study tool. In an interview with the…
‘Speeding will never be the answer’- Traffic Chief says as 110 died in accidents so far this year
One hundred and ten persons have died on the country’s roadways after they were involved in accidents for the year so far. The deaths were recorded from a total of 99 fatal accidents so far this year. The figure represents a slight increase compared to 107 deaths from 95 fatal…
After 19 years in the classroom, Berbice teacher graduates with top award from CPCE
An educator for nearly two-decades, 37-year-old Dhankumar Singh recently graduated from the Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE) as the Best Industrial Technology Student. “I wasn’t expecting that. I was just working towards being the best Industrial Technology teacher. But it was an accomplished feeling for me at this age,”…
Rutherford traded to Mumbai Indians from Gujarat Titans
West Indies all-rounder Sherfane Rutherford is set to represent the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the IPL 2026 season following a successful trade from the Gujarat Titans (GT). Acquired by GT for a fee of INR 2.6 crore, Rutherford will move to MI at his existing fee. The 27-year-old has featured…
At COP30, Guyana emerges as a South–South bridge for climate collaboration
By Danielle Swain Belém, Brazil danielle@newsroom.gy Summary Guyana urges stronger South–South climate cooperation at a COP30 panel, stressing shared tech and locally adapted solutions. Speakers from Guyana, India and Brazil said most climate-tech funding still flows to richer nations. Guyana identified clean energy, digital technology and climate adaptation as key…
Gani completes Elite World Archery Training Camp in El Salavdor
Youth archer Saifullah Gani and National Head Coach Ryan McKinnon recently returned home after completing the World Archery Continental Training Camp in El Salvador. The high-level camp, held in Santa Tecla from November 1 to 8, was organized by World Archery Americas and supported by Olympic Solidarity, positioning Gani among…
Ramlall sisters, Adams spur Guyana to 102-75 win over Bahamas
The Ramlall sisters- Amisha, Arshia and Ashna- and Ruth Adams combined for 80 points as Guyana thumped Bahamas 102-75 in a commanding display in Game Two of the FIBA Caribbean Women’s Basketball Championship at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall on Wednesday night. Earlier in the day in the opening match…
