President Irfaan Ali has begun a three-day State Visit to Belize, during which he will address the opening session of Belize’s Parliament and meet with key government and private sector stakeholders. The President arrived in Belize on Sunday afternoon. The Belize government has said the visit is expected to strengthen…
Hiab operators killed after encountering GPL wires
Two people have been killed within the past week after coming in contact with Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL) electrical wires. GPL in a statement on Sunday said its team responded to an emergency report received from a customer in Charity, Region Two. On arrival, they were informed that…
T20 World Cup: ICC warns Pakistan of consequences of boycotting India match
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has said it “expects the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to explore a mutually acceptable resolution, which protects the interests of all stakeholders,” following the Pakistan government’s announcement that Pakistan will boycott their group game against India in the 2026 T20 World Cup. With the India-Pakistan fixture on February 15 likely to be the most…
Bartica teen pursues business while balancing school and basketball
By Italy Ton-Chung Born and raised in Bartica and now residing in Georgetown, 18-year-old Alyann Adolphus is carving out a path defined by discipline, entrepreneurship and academic excellence. Her story reflects the ambition of many young Guyanese striving for financial independence while managing the demands of school, sport and business….
CANU flags cartoon-themed illicit drugs on sale
The Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) on Saturday flagged online advertisements offering cartoon-themed “1-gram” zip-lock packaging commonly associated with the packaging, distribution, and sale of illicit narcotics, including cannabis and synthetic drugs. The Unit stated that these items are not ordinary packaging and are widely recognised by law enforcement as drug…
Bishop (152), Seecharran (130) highlight opening round of DCB U-16 Inter-Association
Commanding centuries from Nathan Bishop and Lomar Seecharran powered Georgetown to an emphatic 397-run win over East Bank in the opening round of the Demerara Cricket Board (DCB) Under-16 Inter-Association 50-over competition on Saturday at the Lusignan Ground. In the other first round game at LBI Ground, West Demerara defeated…
Pakistan to boycott T20 World Cup match against India
Pakistan will boycott their game against India at the 2026 T20 World Cup. A post issued by the Government of Pakistan’s official X account said the government had granted permission to the Pakistan team to travel to Sri Lanka for the tournament. However, it announced that “the Pakistan cricket team shall not take the…
Women’s U17 World Cup Qualifiers: Guyana left in race for best second-place spots
Honduras took a significant step toward the Final Round of the 2026 Concacaf Women’s Under-17 Qualifiers with a clinical 3-1 victory over Guyana on Saturday in Aruba. The result moves Honduras to the summit of Group D, while Guyana must now rely on a victory in their final match and…
BritCham looks to increase membership, advocate for ease-of-doing-business policies
The British Chamber of Commerce Guyana (BritCham Guyana) this week hosted its elections where Faizal Khan, Chief Executive Officer of Guysons, was re-elected Chairman. In a statement, the body reaffirmed its commitment to fostering an environment where businesses can thrive, leveraging the strengths and opportunities of both Guyana and the…
Guyana’s Shan Seejatan and Anand Ramchand receive FIA Driver-of-the-Year awards
In a landmark evening for Guyana’s motorsport, the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) celebrated the achievements of the Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC) during the 2026 FIA Americas Awards. Representing a significant milestone for the development of the sport in the region, two of Guyana’s most distinguished competitors,…
