adminMaritime growth brings opportunities and challenges – Minister Indar
-by NaAsia Bristol The maritime sector in Guyana continues to grow with vessel traffic expanding by over 40 percent in the past five years. This was highlighted as Guyana hosts…
Wed. Jun 17th, 2026
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Guyana Advances National Solid Waste Strategy48 Local Content Plans Approved Maritime growth brings opportunities and challenges – Minister IndarPresident Ali pledges continued support for sugar workersRestaurant week elevates gastronomy in Guyana – GTA DirectorAI presents opportunities for stronger Caribbean media – Min. McCoyNew emergency response centres at Lethem, MahdiaSaint Lucia to host CARICOM Heads MeetingImmigration Department highlights faster passport services and digital upgradesAlmost 3000 Indigenous projects funded from LCDS 2030 revenueGOAL expands STEM programme to power local workforceOver 420,000 cash grants processed to date – Finance MinisterMHS&SS outlines plan for the elderlyMinister Manickchand visits Bath Market, updates vendors on completion.Sexual Offences bill underwent extensive consultations – Min. TeixeiraFacebook, Instagram and WhatsApp outages resolved after being down for 100K+ users FridayCall Made to Protect Children’s Right to PlayGuyana advances justice reformAccused has no ties to familyDevelopment Bank aims to build generational wealthPres.Ali oversees overnight Camp Street rehabilitation worksGuyana’s famous Ponzi Scheme con artists Yuri Garcia Dominguez and Ateeka Ishmael jailedMoney launderer Terrence Williams to stand trial in High Court for money laundering committed on the Ministry of Health Drug BondAuto industry tops consumer complaints listLogging truck drivers urged to prioritise road safetyLabour market observatory to strengthen workforce planning – Min. 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Ali announces major investments for KamarangPresident announces major infrastructure and service upgrades for Karrau VillageGPHC advances major digital shiftGov’t mobilises nationwide flood responseCustomer Service Key to Business SuccessMassive passenger influx in May for Jubilee celebrationsCitizens Connect app resolves hundreds of issues nationwideRetendered Mabaruma Sports Hall project to restart this year – RamsonGuyana, Barbados launch digital ID travel systemSacrifice and obedience key to building stronger society – President AliHistoric long-distance robotic cardiac surgery performed in GuyanaGov’t to launch diaspora bond to support Guyana’s infrastructural developmentSecurity beefed up on Guyana’s borders – President AliPresident Ali declares Guyana a ‘global force’60 years later: The growth of Guyana’s forestry sectorRegional flag raising ceremonies marked by patriotism, unityFaith, unity must guide Guyana’s next stage of development – President AliPresident Ali outlines plans for AI-powered border security and smart immigration systemNew commercial zones planned amid concerns over roadside vendingGov’t to roll out multi-pronged response to address increasing school violenceGuyana National Gold and Jewellery brand launchedFirst disbursements from Guyana Development Bank expected soon – President AliAI-Powered surveillance, smart policing to transform national security by 2030Guyana Festival 2026: Celebrating culture, tradition and historyMin. Teixeira says National Assembly to convene in the new monthGuyanese urged to display their patriotismSOCU granted judgement against Magistrate Clive NurseFree Mission Surgeries Bring Hope and Healing at St. Joseph Mercy HospitalElection fraud case; chain of custody maintainedNCN illuminates Homestretch Avenue headquartersRegion 2 outreach able to bring numerous solutionsOPM and GTE task force facilitate UG students’ tour of Wales project site President Ali calls on transport operators to help cushion fuel price impactGovernment tightens contract oversight to boost accountability and timely deliveryWitness faces fiery three-way cross examination
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Wed. Jun 17th, 2026
Trending News:
Guyana Advances National Solid Waste Strategy48 Local Content Plans Approved Maritime growth brings opportunities and challenges – Minister IndarPresident Ali pledges continued support for sugar workersRestaurant week elevates gastronomy in Guyana – GTA DirectorAI presents opportunities for stronger Caribbean media – Min. McCoyNew emergency response centres at Lethem, MahdiaSaint Lucia to host CARICOM Heads MeetingImmigration Department highlights faster passport services and digital upgradesAlmost 3000 Indigenous projects funded from LCDS 2030 revenueGOAL expands STEM programme to power local workforceOver 420,000 cash grants processed to date – Finance MinisterMHS&SS outlines plan for the elderlyMinister Manickchand visits Bath Market, updates vendors on completion.Sexual Offences bill underwent extensive consultations – Min. TeixeiraFacebook, Instagram and WhatsApp outages resolved after being down for 100K+ users FridayCall Made to Protect Children’s Right to PlayGuyana advances justice reformAccused has no ties to familyDevelopment Bank aims to build generational wealthPres.Ali oversees overnight Camp Street rehabilitation worksGuyana’s famous Ponzi Scheme con artists Yuri Garcia Dominguez and Ateeka Ishmael jailedMoney launderer Terrence Williams to stand trial in High Court for money laundering committed on the Ministry of Health Drug BondAuto industry tops consumer complaints listLogging truck drivers urged to prioritise road safetyLabour market observatory to strengthen workforce planning – Min. GriffithSchool counselors to receive enhanced trainingEast Bank Road project to be acceleratedGov’t & ExxonMobil working to select sole expertHealth Ministry boosts cancer careClimate-smart agriculture a priorityGuyana Trade Mission opensExxon sets aside over $100 billion for decommissioningMiss World Guyana 2026 launches ‘Her First Lesson’ to empower young womenGov’t tightens health system accountabilityGuyana Development Bank to help Guyanese pool resources and build bigger businesses – President AliMore than a festival: How BPM Guyana marked a cultural shiftShout 4 Change crowns new Youth Environmental SpeakerPresident Ali calls for global climate actionPolice probe deadly Zeelugt robberyAmended sexual offences bill tabled in the National AssemblyMin. Teixeira defends Guyana’s anti-corruption frameworkFinance Minister tables Former Presidents (Benefits and Other Facilities) Bill 2026 in the National AssemblyFirst notification of NRF receipts for 2026 tabled in ParliamentMinister Singh tables Loan Agreements in National AssemblyGuyana moves closer to unlocking additional financing for small and medium enterprisesWomen in the creative sector gather for evening of learning, networking and collaborationGPHC advancing toward premier status in Caribbean healthcareGovernment intensifies flood relief efforts for Mahaicony residentsBanks DIH earns International Gold Medals for premium rum and vodka brandsBorder Patrol Unit in Administrative Build-Out Phase – SeeramFamily mourns loss of couple and unborn son in Unity drowning tragedyGov’t moves to protect children from harmful social media contentJunior Stock exchange to boost local participationLocal Content success must be measured by lives transformed – GriffithCorentyne families in mourning‘It helps me get away from traffic’ – commuters welcome Thomas Lands Road completionNational Consultation targets online risks to childrenMajor infrastructure and development projects for Region 7Local Content law driving growth across Guyana’s economyElderly woman perishes in early morning Blairmont fireStakeholders welcome copyright consultationsGOAL reports strong demand for 2026 intakeEnvironmental stewardship is a shared responsibility – PM PhillipsPresident Ali announces reduction in electricity tariff in BarticaPres. Ali announces major investments for KamarangPresident announces major infrastructure and service upgrades for Karrau VillageGPHC advances major digital shiftGov’t mobilises nationwide flood responseCustomer Service Key to Business SuccessMassive passenger influx in May for Jubilee celebrationsCitizens Connect app resolves hundreds of issues nationwideRetendered Mabaruma Sports Hall project to restart this year – RamsonGuyana, Barbados launch digital ID travel systemSacrifice and obedience key to building stronger society – President AliHistoric long-distance robotic cardiac surgery performed in GuyanaGov’t to launch diaspora bond to support Guyana’s infrastructural developmentSecurity beefed up on Guyana’s borders – President AliPresident Ali declares Guyana a ‘global force’60 years later: The growth of Guyana’s forestry sectorRegional flag raising ceremonies marked by patriotism, unityFaith, unity must guide Guyana’s next stage of development – President AliPresident Ali outlines plans for AI-powered border security and smart immigration systemNew commercial zones planned amid concerns over roadside vendingGov’t to roll out multi-pronged response to address increasing school violenceGuyana National Gold and Jewellery brand launchedFirst disbursements from Guyana Development Bank expected soon – President AliAI-Powered surveillance, smart policing to transform national security by 2030Guyana Festival 2026: Celebrating culture, tradition and historyMin. Teixeira says National Assembly to convene in the new monthGuyanese urged to display their patriotismSOCU granted judgement against Magistrate Clive NurseFree Mission Surgeries Bring Hope and Healing at St. Joseph Mercy HospitalElection fraud case; chain of custody maintainedNCN illuminates Homestretch Avenue headquartersRegion 2 outreach able to bring numerous solutionsOPM and GTE task force facilitate UG students’ tour of Wales project site President Ali calls on transport operators to help cushion fuel price impactGovernment tightens contract oversight to boost accountability and timely deliveryWitness faces fiery three-way cross examination
Chicago 12, Melborne City, USA
