Some of the major players in the local insurance sector have hailed measures in Budget 2026, noting that these initiatives help make home ownership much more affordable. In Budget 2026, the government said it wants to raise the low-income mortgage ceiling from $20 million to $30 million, and that ceiling…
T20I: Markram, Linde headline South Africa’s comfortable win over West Indies
South Africa won their first T20I in eight attempts (outside of World Cups) against West Indies to take the lead in the three-match series. Crucially, their captain Aiden Markram fresh off a SA20 hundred, reached his highest T20I score of 86 not out and could not have chosen a better…
Miners should take full advantage of all incentives in Budget 2026 – GGDMA
See below the full release from the GGDMA: The Guyana Gold and Diamond Miners Association (GGDMA) welcomes the 2026 National Budget presented by the Honourable Dr. Ashni Singh, Senior Minister in the Office of the President with responsibility for Finance. The Association applauds the Government of Guyana for its continued…
Guyana Jewellery Association welcomes removal of VAT on locally-produced jewellery
See below the full release from the Guyana Jewellery Association: The Board of Directors of the Guyana Jewellery Association (GJA) commends the Government of Guyana for its progressive and forward-looking decision, announced in Budget 2026, to remove Value Added Tax (VAT) on locally produced jewellery. This policy measure represents a…
GBA hails budgetary allocation for sport; stands ready to advance boxing development
The Guyana Boxing Association (GBA) has welcomed the Government’s proposed $6 billion allocation for sport in the 2026 National Budget, describing it as a significant step forward for the development of amateur boxing across the country. The allocation forms part of the wider $1.558 trillion national budget and signals continued…
Man dies in accident at Diamond
A 33-year-old driver died after he was involved in a vehicle collision along the Diamond New Interlink Road, East Bank Demerara on Sunday night. Dead is Jason Bhojedat of Annandale, East Coast Demerara. Police Headquarters, in a statement, said investigations revealed that the collision which occurred around 23:30 hrs involved…
‘Exciting time!’- DoS Ninvalle welcomes $6B budgetary allocation for sport
Director of Sport Steve Ninvalle has welcomed the budgetary allocation of $6 billion for sport development in 2026, labelling it as exciting time for the sector. This allocation is contained in the record $1.558 trillion national budget- the largest ever in the country’s history- presented by Finance Minister Dr. Ashni…
6,500+ illegal third lane violations recorded on cameras
The Guyana Police Force has reported that, utilising footage from the Safe Road Intelligent System (SRIS), more than 6,500 illegal third lane violations have been recorded along monitored roadways. An illegal third lane violation occurs when a motorist unlawfully drives on the outer or shoulder lane of the roadway, treating…
Manufacturing sector poised for continuous growth with Budget 2026- GMSA
See below the full release from the GMSA: The Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA) welcomes the presentation of Budget 2026, delivered under the theme “Budget 2026: Putting People First,” and acknowledges the Government of Guyana’s continued focus on policies aimed at strengthening economic resilience, diversification, and inclusive growth. Guyana’s…
Wanted miner arrested for Linden, Bartica murders
Police have apprehended Travis Brewster, also known as “Turpin,” a miner from Victory Valley, Wismar, Linden, who was wanted in connection with two separate murder investigations. In a statement, Police Headquarters confirmed that Brewster was arrested on Monday around 15:35hrs at 14 Mile, Issano Landing, Region Seven. A wanted bulletin…
