YTC renamed James Singh Centre for Innovation, Training & Sustainable ForestryThe Yarrowkabara Training Centre (YTC) was this week dedicated to the late James Singh, who served the Guyana Forestry Commission (GFC) for a total of 27 years. In honour of…
Ramadan Village returns, offering a space for unity and reflectionThe National Ramadan Village is set to return for its third year, providing a space for spiritual reflection, cultural exchange, and community unity during the holy month of Ramadan. At…
Recover Guyana launches ENGAGE 2.0 to empower youth on Green EntrepreneurshipRecover Guyana has announced the launch of ENGAGE 2.0, the second phase of its youth empowerment initiative focused on environmental sustainability, green entrepreneurship and job readiness, which will see the…
Officials pay tribute to tourism advocate Donald SinclairDonald Sinclair, a long-serving tourism advocate, educator and public-sector leader who played a key role in shaping Guyana’s tourism sector, has died, and the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana…
Recover Guyana launches ENGAGE 2.0 to empower youth on Green EntrepreneurshipRecover Guyana has announced the launch of ENGAGE 2.0, the second phase of its youth empowerment initiative focused on environmental sustainability, green entrepreneurship and job readiness, which will see the…
Recover Guyana launches ENGAGE 2.0 to empower youth on Green EntrepreneurshipRecover Guyana has announced the launch of ENGAGE 2.0, the second phase of its youth empowerment initiative focused on environmental sustainability, green entrepreneurship and job readiness, which will see the…
Concerns flagged over destruction of trees along Rupert Craig HighwayTrees planted on the median along the Rupert Craig Highway were damaged, highlighting challenges to beautification efforts around the city. A citizen, who shared these photos with the News Room,…
School of the Nations founder remembered for kindness, strong work ethicThe family of Dr Brian O’Toole, Co-Founder of School of the Nations, on Sunday announced his passing, recognising him as a “well-known, much-loved and respected figure within Guyana and beyond.”…
Essequibo rice farmers get $251 million, gov’t pledges more investment to cut costsGovernment has paid out about $251 million in subsidies to rice farmers in the Pomeroon–Supenaam region, part of a wider effort to cushion growers from falling global prices and rising…
GAWU reaffirms ‘unwavering commitment’ to working class in New Year’s messageSee below the New Year's message from GAWU: As 2025 draws to a close, the Guyana Agricultural and General Workers Union (GAWU) pauses to reflect on a year of struggle,…
Police in stern warning against private use of fireworks, notes injuries to people; animal group flags trauma to animalsAs the New Year approaches, the Guyana Police Force has issued a stern warning to individuals and businesses against the illegal sale, possession, and use of firecrackers and other explosive…
New film industry, major support for creatives part of ‘grand’ 60th Independence Anniversary celebrations – PresidentIn the year 2026, Guyana will observe its 60th anniversary as an independent nation, and President Dr Irfaan Ali on Tuesday told reporters that grand celebrations are planned throughout the…
Several babies born on Christmas Day in Reg. 6 hospitalsSeveral babies were delivered on Christmas Day at the New Amsterdam Public Hospital and the Number 75 Public Hospital in Region Six. At the Number 75 Public Hospital, four mothers…
First lady visits Christmas babies at GPHCFive babies were born at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) on Christmas Day. First Lady Mrs. Arya Ali spent the holiday morning bringing comfort, compassion, and cheer to the…
‘Let’s choose unity and love over division’ – President Ali in Christmas messageSee below the full Christmas message from President Dr Irfaan Ali: My Fellow Guyanese, Merry Christmas! The story of Christmas reminds us that a single, silent star once pierced a…
‘Reject division, embrace national unity’ – GAWU says in Christmas messageSee below the full message from GAWU: The Guyana Agricultural and General Workers Union (GAWU) extends sincere Christmas greetings and best wishes to all Guyanese, and in a special way…
‘Extend kindness to all’ – PPP in Christmas messageSee below the full message from the PPP/C: The People’s Progressive Party extends warm Christmas greetings to all Guyanese, and especially to our brothers and sisters within the Christian community,…
‘Strengthen bonds within families, communities’ – ERC in Christmas messageSee below the full Christmas message from the ERC: The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) extends warm Christmas greetings to all Guyanese as the nation joins in observing this sacred and…