See full release issued by Iwokrama International Centre: The Iwokrama International Centre for Rain Forest Conservation and Development (Iwokrama) has confirmed that the Iwokrama Forest has retained its Forest Stewardship Council TM (FSCTM) Certification for Forest Management following an annual surveillance audit in October 2025. The Centre also maintained its…
Ganja, $3 million cash found after Police operation in Bartica
Police seized quantities of cannabis and $3 million cash following operations in Bartica, Region Seven (Cuyuni- Mazaruni). In a Police release, it was noted that a quantity of suspected cannabis was seized following an intelligence-led operation conducted on Friday, January 23, between 10:30hrs and 11:20hrs at Fifth Avenue, Bartica. Preliminary…
Suryakumar, Kishan complete astonishing run-chase against New Zealand
Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav showed what modern T20 batters are capable of. In the second T20I against New Zealand in Raipur, Kishan smashed 76 off 32 balls and Suryakumar 82 not out off 37 to help India complete a chase of 209 in just 15.2 overs. India were 6-2 after 1.1 overs and still registered their joint-highest successful chase in…
Edghill orders immediate removal of vehicles blocking community tarmac
Minister Juan Edghill on Friday called for the immediate removal of derelict vehicles, containers and debris in spaces around Georgetown as part of efforts to keep the city clean. During his visit to locations along the Railway Embankment Road and communities in Georgetown, Edghill said his ministry is working in…
Fire Service interested in international training this year – Wickham
The Guyana Fire Service is making training its top priority in 2026 to ensure firefighters are fully prepared to meet the country’s growing urban challenges, Fire Chief, Gregory Wickham said. During an interview with the News Room, Wickham said the Fire Service has exhausted local training prompting a shift to…
Power theft, electrical faults among leading causes as over 2,200 fires recorded in 2025
Electrical faults and the theft of electricity have emerged as major causes of the more than 2,200 fires recorded in 2025, according to Fire Chief Gregory Wickham. According to figures provided to the News Room, the Guyana Fire Service received 2,267 fire calls in 2025. This represents a decrease of…
Proposed ‘Waste Management Bill’ introduces hefty fines, e-waste and oil & gas framework
Fines exceeding $2 million, tighter controls on e-waste along with oil and gas waste, and mandatory financial security for operators are among the key features of Guyana’s proposed Integrated Solid Waste Management Bill and Regulations. The proposals for the draft bill were unveiled during a national consultation on Friday held…
U-19 World Cup: West Indies target deep push as more stars emerge
The West Indies bowling attack will take immense confidence through to the Super Six stage of the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup after their match-winning efforts against South Africa. The 55-run victory helped cement tournament progression and has the side daring to dream of a deep tournament charge as…
BCB accuses ICC of double standards over T20 World Cup venue issue
BCB president Aminul Islam has effectively accused the ICC of double standards, in pointing to the governing body’s accommodation of India’s request to play their 2025 Champions Trophy matches in the UAE instead of Pakistan, while refusing to move Bangladesh’s matches in the upcoming T20 World Cup from India to…
‘Spoil child’ wanted for more crimes
Police are again searching for Teon Allen, also known as ‘Spoil Child’, this time for attempted murder and discharging a loaded firearm. In a wanted bulletin, Police said these crimes were committed on Ron Singh and Samuel Boucher on November 24, 2025, in Lovers’ Lane, Amelia’s Ward, Linden. Anyone who…
