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-by Jarryl Bryan The Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit (CANU) has reported a total of 117 arrests for drug related offenses during 2025, with 62 persons charged and a total of 29-drug…
Sat. Mar 7th, 2026
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Fourth National Assembly of Girls opensGuyana Media Academy launches 2026 programmeWe Lift 6 kicks offIslam promotes inclusivity and respectCrop insurance, technology, inclusion driving farm productivityIndigenous women empowered through literacy programmeWomen entrepreneurs prepare for 6th WeLiftPolice Commissioner warns against corruptionGBA praises gov’t’s sustained investments in justice sectorEccles Wellness Centre opensNew outpatient pavilion opens at Dr. Balwant Singh’s HospitalGov’t announces free eye tests for all citizensVP Jagdeo urges Global South to incorporate AI into climate actionHome Affairs Minister challenges GPF to be more proactiveTT PM reaffirms support for Guyana at CARICOM HGC‘Farmers Connect’ App launched to revolutionise agricultureGovernment of Guyana launches Centralized Procurement Opportunities Website to enhance transparency and accessExxonMobil announces $100 Million investment to revolutionise STEM education in GuyanaPresident Ali says national pride essential for nation-buildingNatural Gas bill among laws in pipelineMore skilled Guyanese needed for energy transition‘We believe strongly in the importance of partnership’Hundreds of young professional homes advancing rapidly in Region 6Pres. 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AliGov’t services just minutes awayMinister Indar defends $25 Billion GPL fuel subsidyFinance Minister tells National Assembly total credit to households almost doubledPrivate sector credit more than doubled since 2020 -Finance Minister$500M approved for new Amerindian hostelGov’t moving to acquire ownership of the Berbice River Bridge – EdghillGuyana to shift police & driver theory exams to Digital SchoolRegion Seven miners drive 41 per cent of national gold production – President AliAlbion father appeals for helpGov’t assures of readiness for disastersData protection prominent as E-ID programme rolled outGUYSUCO already marching towards profitabilityOver 716,000 catered for in $100,000 per adult cash grantMohamed extradition case halted againLinden to benefit from 25 MW Solar FarmCommittee of Supply clears Budget estimates for OP projectsMin. Singh hits back at opposition‘Do the research!’ PM blasts opposition for bringing “untruths” to the HouseMin. Teixeira rejects poverty narrative, says rapid consumer growth testament to increased spending powerPres. Ali assures small miners of gov’t supportConstruction of regional law school in Guyana to begin this year – AG saysBudget 2026 delivers real benefits to citizens – President AliMin. Indar debunks claims that 58 per cent of Guyanese live in povertyMin. Manickchand highlights massive solid waste overhaul and infrastructure boostSugar industry a major contributor to Guyana’s development – Min. RamkissoonOver 1000 international and regional medals secured over last three yearsBudget 2026 to advance comprehensive healthcare overhaul – Min. AnthonyHome ownership now accessible to all – Min. CroalMin. Benn rejects opposition’s race-based rhetoric‘Every dollar in this budget has a human face’AG Nandlall says Mohameds’ legal challenge an attempt to use politics as shield against extraditionHigh Court dismisses Mohameds’ bid to block US extradition‘We will never back down from serving the people’ – Min. AllyGov’t to launch comprehensive truck driver training initiative to foster more skilled workforcePres. Ali schools Opposition ParliamentariansGuyana’s economic pulse healthy, driven by non-oil sectors – Min. RamrajMuch-needed upgrades to Stabroek, Bourda Market to help restore Georgetown to ‘garden city’ – Min. SukhaiOver 1,000 small-scale miners gained access to land and over $10 billion since 2020 – Min. BharratGuyana to host Caribbean Tourism Organisation’s conference in OctoberEmployment and earnings on a steady rise – President Ali‘Development should give people choices, not erase who we are’GuySuCo to return to profitability by 2030 – Min. Mustapha“Now is the best time ever for young people in this country” – Min. JacobsMin. Parag exposes Opposition’s hypocrisy in attacking GOAL programme while benefitting from itGuyana, Belize to lead regional food security push‘The future of our women should not be politicised’ – Human Services ministerGuyana and Belize deepen bilateral cooperation through new Memoranda of UnderstandingBudget 2026 balances opportunities with inclusion – Min. EdghillCANU issues public warning against sale and use of “cartoon-themed” illicit drug packagingHyde Park (Yarrowkabra) Homestead Project launches with strong public interest$93M Albion-Chesney nursery school opensBudget 2026: 8000 Homes to be constructed $3.7B for Orange Economy in 2026$7.5 billion boost for Amerindian developmentBudget 2026 sets stage for growth of tourism Sector – Min. RodriguesPM reaffirms push to transform Guyana into digital economic hub
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Sat. Mar 7th, 2026
Trending News:
Fourth National Assembly of Girls opensGuyana Media Academy launches 2026 programmeWe Lift 6 kicks offIslam promotes inclusivity and respectCrop insurance, technology, inclusion driving farm productivityIndigenous women empowered through literacy programmeWomen entrepreneurs prepare for 6th WeLiftPolice Commissioner warns against corruptionGBA praises gov’t’s sustained investments in justice sectorEccles Wellness Centre opensNew outpatient pavilion opens at Dr. Balwant Singh’s HospitalGov’t announces free eye tests for all citizensVP Jagdeo urges Global South to incorporate AI into climate actionHome Affairs Minister challenges GPF to be more proactiveTT PM reaffirms support for Guyana at CARICOM HGC‘Farmers Connect’ App launched to revolutionise agricultureGovernment of Guyana launches Centralized Procurement Opportunities Website to enhance transparency and accessExxonMobil announces $100 Million investment to revolutionise STEM education in GuyanaPresident Ali says national pride essential for nation-buildingNatural Gas bill among laws in pipelineMore skilled Guyanese needed for energy transition‘We believe strongly in the importance of partnership’Hundreds of young professional homes advancing rapidly in Region 6Pres. Ali renews push for Guyana–Suriname gas partnershipDigital payment system to be launched soon – President AliGov’t invites proposals for municipal airports at Lethem, Rose HallGov’t aims for successful implementation of Budget measures – Dr Singh2020 Election fraud case trial resumesMagistrate lets Mohamed off with warningGov’t to involve religious centres in new national health initiativePresident Ali emphasises spiritual reflection and social responsibilityRegion Six residents ink over 500 Agreements of SalePort Mourant Technical Training College opensSenior Finance Minister gets Parliamentary approval for Financial Paper totalling $18.8 billionFinance Minister successfully pilots Fiscal Enactments (Amendment) Bill through the National Assembly Finance Minister secures passage of Guyana’s $1.558 trillion National BudgetNCN recognises Guyana’s radio icons On World Radio Day 2026Rising global food costs create new opportunities for Guyana – GO-Invest HeadUniversity of Guyana installs 11th ChancellorAPNU did not submit any WIN nominees to Reg. four technical committees -ManickchandHaags Bosch landfill cleared to operate until 2029Demerara Bank increases housing loan limit to $40M at 5% interestCommittee of Supply approves billions more to expand housing developmentGuyana a model on empowering indigenous people, forest preservation- Pres. AliGov’t services just minutes awayMinister Indar defends $25 Billion GPL fuel subsidyFinance Minister tells National Assembly total credit to households almost doubledPrivate sector credit more than doubled since 2020 -Finance Minister$500M approved for new Amerindian hostelGov’t moving to acquire ownership of the Berbice River Bridge – EdghillGuyana to shift police & driver theory exams to Digital SchoolRegion Seven miners drive 41 per cent of national gold production – President AliAlbion father appeals for helpGov’t assures of readiness for disastersData protection prominent as E-ID programme rolled outGUYSUCO already marching towards profitabilityOver 716,000 catered for in $100,000 per adult cash grantMohamed extradition case halted againLinden to benefit from 25 MW Solar FarmCommittee of Supply clears Budget estimates for OP projectsMin. Singh hits back at opposition‘Do the research!’ PM blasts opposition for bringing “untruths” to the HouseMin. Teixeira rejects poverty narrative, says rapid consumer growth testament to increased spending powerPres. Ali assures small miners of gov’t supportConstruction of regional law school in Guyana to begin this year – AG saysBudget 2026 delivers real benefits to citizens – President AliMin. Indar debunks claims that 58 per cent of Guyanese live in povertyMin. Manickchand highlights massive solid waste overhaul and infrastructure boostSugar industry a major contributor to Guyana’s development – Min. RamkissoonOver 1000 international and regional medals secured over last three yearsBudget 2026 to advance comprehensive healthcare overhaul – Min. AnthonyHome ownership now accessible to all – Min. CroalMin. Benn rejects opposition’s race-based rhetoric‘Every dollar in this budget has a human face’AG Nandlall says Mohameds’ legal challenge an attempt to use politics as shield against extraditionHigh Court dismisses Mohameds’ bid to block US extradition‘We will never back down from serving the people’ – Min. AllyGov’t to launch comprehensive truck driver training initiative to foster more skilled workforcePres. Ali schools Opposition ParliamentariansGuyana’s economic pulse healthy, driven by non-oil sectors – Min. RamrajMuch-needed upgrades to Stabroek, Bourda Market to help restore Georgetown to ‘garden city’ – Min. SukhaiOver 1,000 small-scale miners gained access to land and over $10 billion since 2020 – Min. BharratGuyana to host Caribbean Tourism Organisation’s conference in OctoberEmployment and earnings on a steady rise – President Ali‘Development should give people choices, not erase who we are’GuySuCo to return to profitability by 2030 – Min. Mustapha“Now is the best time ever for young people in this country” – Min. JacobsMin. Parag exposes Opposition’s hypocrisy in attacking GOAL programme while benefitting from itGuyana, Belize to lead regional food security push‘The future of our women should not be politicised’ – Human Services ministerGuyana and Belize deepen bilateral cooperation through new Memoranda of UnderstandingBudget 2026 balances opportunities with inclusion – Min. EdghillCANU issues public warning against sale and use of “cartoon-themed” illicit drug packagingHyde Park (Yarrowkabra) Homestead Project launches with strong public interest$93M Albion-Chesney nursery school opensBudget 2026: 8000 Homes to be constructed $3.7B for Orange Economy in 2026$7.5 billion boost for Amerindian developmentBudget 2026 sets stage for growth of tourism Sector – Min. RodriguesPM reaffirms push to transform Guyana into digital economic hub
Chicago 12, Melborne City, USA
