President of the Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA), Rafeek Khan urged companies to hire more young people, noting that doing so will help address labour shortages while providing gainful opportunities to the nation’s youth. Speaking during a press conference on Wednesday, Khan said the demand for workers remains the…
Guyana Basketball Federation sees Government’s $6B allocation for sport as ‘transformative’
The Guyana Basketball Federation (GBF) has hailed the Government of Guyana’s proposed $6 billion allocation to the sport sector as a defining moment for national development, youth empowerment and the future of athletics across the country. GBF President Michael Singh described the investment as a transformative step that signals the…
Bodybuilding Federation hails ‘significant investment’ in government’s $6B sport budget
The Guyana Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation (GBBFF) has set its sights on doubling its professional ranks after welcoming the government’s $6B budget allocation for sport in 2026. The federation, which currently boasts seven professional athletes on the international circuit, believes the “significant investment” will provide the world-class equipment and facilities…
Demerara Cricket Board’s U-16 tournament set to commence January 31
The Demerara Cricket Board (DCB) has announced its Under-16 Inter-Association 50-over Tournament will get underway on January 31. The competition, which had been delayed by a prolonged rainy season in the region, is widely regarded as the first significant litmus test for the county’s emerging talent in the 2026 season….
Overcrowding to ease as Albion Chesney Nursery School commissioned
Children living at Kilcoy/Chesney Housing Scheme and parts of Albion, Region Six, now have access to better early childhood education as the Albion Chesney Nursery School was commissioned on Wednesday. Education Minister Sonia Parag said this school is more than a physical space for learning; it will improve the lives…
Indian Idol sensation Pawandeep heads to Guyana for Feb. 28 concert
Indian Idol breakout star Pawandeep Rajan is set to perform in Guyana on February 28, in a highly anticipated concert hosted by the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha. Renowned for his remarkable versatility, emotional depth, and magnetic stage presence, Pawandeep has captivated audiences worldwide since winning Indian Idol Season 12 in…
One arrested as CANU uncovers narcotics, stolen motorcycles, illegal goods & cash in Lethem
An intelligence-led operation by the Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) in Tabatinga, Lethem, on Tuesday resulted in the seizure of narcotics, uncustomed liquor, stolen motorcycles and large sums of local and foreign currency, and led to the arrest of a local resident as investigations continue. According to CANU, officers acting on…
GRA manager & other employees terminated after unlawful transfer of Azruddin’s vehicles
See below the press release issued by the Guyana Revenue Authority: The Revenue Authority, in collaboration with the Guyana Police Force, has initiated actions to have proceedings brought against Mr. Azruddin Mohamed and employees of the Agency for the blatant act committed contrary to the provisions of section 3(1)(a) of…
Guyana promotes climate, biodiversity leadership in UK
“Exciting opportunities” lie ahead for Guyana, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali said, as he summed up the first official day of his visit to the United Kingdom (UK) via a video released on his official social media page. Addressing the nation on Wednesday morning, President Ali said the engagements on his…
28-y-o labourer charged for causing death of DDL manager, gets $700,000 bail
Shawn Sargeant, a 28-year-old labourer of Diamond, East Bank Demerara, was charged for causing the death of 33-year-old Jason Bhojedat in a tragic Sunday night accident. The labourer appeared before Magistrate Dylon Bess at the Diamond Magistrate’s Court. He was not required to plead to the charge and was granted…
