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Crime & Security
    24th Aug, 2026

West Coast Berbice man dies after being hit by lorry

A 30-year-old construction worker from Number Five Village, West Coast Berbice, is dead following a collision with a motor lorry last Saturday.

Dead is Steve McAlmont of Lot 10, No. 5 Village, West Coast Berbice, who was involved in a

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Business and Economy
    24th Aug, 2026

Guyana crowns new pageant royalty 

The National Cultural Centre was transformed into a tropical showcase of culture, creativity and confidence last night, as the Miss Guyana Princess Pageant crowned its newest queen under the theme, ‘Echoes o

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Business and Economy
    24th Aug, 2026

Local gold jewelry on course to reach new heights -veteran jeweler and technical consultant

A movement is growing across economic sectors, where more emphasis is being put on value-added production rather than just raw exports.

It is no different in the gold sector, with one industry veteran projecting that local jewellerywill

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Human Development
    24th Aug, 2026

Min. Ally engages PLWDs on opportunities through Guyana Development Bank

Persons living with disabilities have been assured of their access to the benefits of the soon-to-be-launched Guyana Development Bank, following a recent engagement with Minister of Public Service, Government Efficiency and Implementation,

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Agriculture
    24th Aug, 2026

GAWU calls for mechanisation, shift in work attitudes 

As Guyana’s economy continues to expand, a shortage of labour is being felt across several sectors, including the sugar industry which is facing challenges in attracting and retaining workers.

President of t

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Business and Economy
    21st Aug, 2026

Empowering PLWDs through skills training

More Persons Living With Disabilities are being empowered through skill training programmes offered by the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security.

Among them is Grace Beverly Goodridge, who despite being in a wheelchair, is beco

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Business and Economy
    21st Aug, 2026

Government mulls permanent farmers’ markets 

Government is considering setting up permanent farmers' markets across Guyana as part of efforts to tackle rising food prices and give farmers more direct access to consumers.

President Irfaan Ali says the initiative c

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Recent News


Back to school preparations advancing throughout region

Education
  26th Aug, 2026

Head teachers across Georgetown have assured NCN News that preparations are well advanced for the reopening of schools on Monday, August 31.

In an interview with NCN News, Westfield Prep School Head Teacher Gwendoline Lewis confirmed that her teachers are 92 percent prepared.

Further, classroom setups are 97 percent complete.

“We are prepared for school; we had orientation for the nursery department this morning and tomorrow we have orientation for the primary department. Teach

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Guyana takes its place in a global mission to put girls at the centre of space technology

Education
  25th Aug, 2026

Space technology may seem far removed from the everyday experiences of many young Guyanese, but Mission ShakthiSAT is bringing the country into a global initiative designed to give girls direct exposure to the science, technology and engineering behind space exploration.

Led by Chennai-based Space Kidz India and founded by Dr. Srimathy Kesan, Mission ShakthiSAT brings together 12,000 girls between the ages of 14 and 18 from 108 countries in what is described as a pioneering all-female global space techno

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G-MEX 2026 Mining and Exploration Conference and Exhibition Launched

Low Carbon Development
  27th Aug, 2026

Guyana has embarked on a new journey with the launch of G-MEX, a significant milestone for our country.

G-MEX has been created as an annual international mining investment platform, designed to connect Guyana’s mineral potential with the people, partnerships, technology and investment needed to responsibly develop it.

𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐚 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲.

The map at the heart of the G-MEX logo, the gold, the green landscape and leaves and the circular movement surrounding these

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Mainstay/Whayaka hails gov’t investments

Business and Economy
  26th Aug, 2026

Fresh off the recently held Mainstay Regatta, the community is in high praise of the Government investments, including the Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) funds, that are helping to drive tourism and agriculture in the community.

Speaking during a visit by President Dr. Irfaan Ali, Toshao Marsha Williams explained that the village’s first two cabins were developed through LCDS investments.

This investment has empowered the

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Visible disruption amid M.V Canawaima suspension

Business and Economy
  26th Aug, 2026

The continued suspension of the Guyana-Suriname ferry service is now being felt directly by travellers and operators who depend on the crossing for transportation, trade and tourism.

The M.V. Canawaima remains out of service as Guyana and Suriname continue to deliberate over the vessel’s operational requirements and a temporary replacement.

Guyana has formally permitted the use of the back-track or fast-track route, allowing persons to travel between the Guyana and Suriname by sm

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Guyon Coaches launches Big Bus Service

Business and Economy
  26th Aug, 2026

A new and improved transportation option is now available for commuters travelling between the Georgetown and Berbice route.

Guyon Coaches has launched a scheduled, big bus service that promises passengers comfortand a structured alternative to traditional public transportation.

Driver Mariah Hackett shared, “It’s a much bigger vehicle, its more comfortable and you know you’re able to give that level of service, driving and having passengers feel comfort

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