Government has significantly expanded its temporary morgue capacity in Region Two as recovery efforts continue following the MV Barima tragedy, with four refrigerated containers now deployed to support the identification and dignified handling of victims.



Providing an update on Tuesday, Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret'd) Mark Phillips said the additional refrigerated storage was installed overnight at Suddie to ensure authorities are prepared as the search, rescue and recovery operation progresses.



He explained

Prime Minister, retired Brigadier Mark Phillips, has confirmed that 53 bodies have been recovered following the MV Barima tragedy, while the number of rescued passengers has been verified at 76 as search and recovery operations continue.

During Tuesday evening’s press briefing, the Prime Minister said the figures were finalised following an ongoing verification exercise involving rescue teams and responding agencies.

With no survivors found during continued s

Amerindian communities will receive an additional $2.5 billion in funding this year through the Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) 2030, bringing the total amount of money disbursed under the programme to $16.9 billion to support sustainable development initiatives in Indigenous villages across Guyana.

This will pave the way for more social and infrastructure projects that will transform the lives of residents in over 240 villages. At the heart of this strategy is the guarantee that 15% of all carbon

President Dr. Irfaan Ali says authorities have intensified recovery efforts at the MV Barima wreck site, with a complex technical operation now underway to reposition and eventually lift the vessel to accelerate the search and recovery mission.

Speaking during an interview on Wednesday, the President said the government's immediate priority remains rescue and recovery, with the search area expanded both on the water and along the shoreline.

"We also have troops on the ground walking the coastline and

The Guyana Association of Women Lawyers (GAWL) expresses its deepest sorrow at the tragic event of July 18, 2026 involving the MV Barima ferry. We join with our fellow citizens in mourning the lives lost and stand in solidarity with the families and loved ones affected by this devastating incident.

As an organization committed to justice, compassion, and service, we recognize the profound grief that such a tragedy brings. The GAWL extends heartfelt condolences t

The government has confirmed that no additional arrests have been made in connection with the MV Barima tragedy.

Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips on Tuesday said the captain and one crew member who were previously taken into custody remain detained, with statements taken from them. He added that counselling support has been offered to those affected, including staff members of the Transport and Harbours Department who have been impacted by the loss of colleagues and the ongoing recovery ef