Christine Sukhram has once again proven her dominance on the green, winning the Massy Goli and Soldanza Golf Tournament in commanding fashion at the Lusignan Golf Club. Sukhram, regarded as Guyana’s top female golfer, produced a stellar round that saw her finish ahead of a field dominated by male competitors….
ExxonMobil confirms US$6.8B investment in Hammerhead Project after Gov’t approval
ExxonMobil has confirmed its final investment decision (FID) for the US$6.8 billion Hammerhead development, the seventh offshore project in Guyana’s Stabroek Block, following government approval of the Field Development Plan and the issuance of a Petroleum Production Licence earlier this week. Hammerhead, discovered in 2018, is expected to begin…
Guyana’s referees pass FIFA fitness test with high success rate
The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) has announced a significant boost for local refereeing after its annual FIFA Nomination Fitness Test saw a high success rate among match officials. The assessment, held at the National Track and Field Centre, is a crucial step for officials hoping to be included on the…
Guyana’s first eFootball squad set for FIFAe World Cup Qualifiers
The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) has made history by officially launching its first-ever national esports squad. Two players will represent the country in the FIFA World Cup 2025 Regional Qualifiers. Christian Harris and Ronaldo Sobers, the winners and runner-up of the inaugural GFF eSports League—Mobile 1v1 Division, were officially presented…
PSC applauds success of Local Content Act as ExxonMobil reports $87B in local spending and 70% Guyanese workforce
The Private Sector Commission (PSC) has welcomed recent remarks by Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat, celebrating the success of Guyana’s Local Content Act and reaffirming the government’s commitment to continuous stakeholder engagement in its development. Minister Bharrat’s recognition of the Act’s transformative impact comes as ExxonMobil Guyana reported…
Stronger focus on experiences beyond hotels promised as RideAlong GY launches in Georgetown
A new eco-friendly tourism product has been added to Destination Guyana with the launch of RideAlong GY’s cycling experience at the Botanical Gardens, Georgetown, on Sunday. The initiative offers bicycle rentals for locals and tourists in a safe, designated space, allowing visitors to enjoy the historic gardens without the risks…
Rishabh Pant to miss home Tests against West Indies
India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant is set to miss the two-match home Test series against West Indies, starting in Ahmedabad from October 2. India’s selection meeting for the series is scheduled for September 24. ESPNcricinfo has learned the Ajit Agarkar-led panel will pick 15 players, which is two fewer than the…
Guyana grants 7th offshore licence; US$6.8B Hammerhead Development to add 150,000 barrels per day by 2029
The Ministry of Natural Resources has announced government approval of the Hammerhead Field Development Plan (FDP) and the issuance of the Hammerhead Petroleum Production Licence (PPL). This marks the seventh offshore development within Guyana’s prolific Stabroek Block, operated by ExxonMobil Guyana Limited (EMGL) in partnership with Hess Corporation and CNOOC….
New Labour Minister launches youth empowerment and employment drive in East Ruimveldt
Youth employability and empowerment were at the forefront of Labour and Manpower Planning Minister Keoma Griffith’s weekend outreach in East Ruimveldt, Georgetown. During the engagement with residents of the community where he grew up, the Minister affirmed his ministry’s commitment to ensuring young people can access skills training and secure…
Electric shock therapy now available for mental health patients in Guyana
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), in collaboration with the Center for Global Health at Northwell Health (USA), officially inaugurated Guyana’s first dedicated Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) Clinic on September 19, 2025. This achievement represents a major advancement in the country’s mental health care system and offers new, life-changing treatment options…
