The community of Blairmont, Region 5, was plunged into mourning on Tuesday, following an early morning fire that claimed the life of a 61-year-old woman who was physically challenged.

Bibi Ramprashad, called Zeena, of No. 2 Settlement, Blairmont, West Bank Berbice, was alone at home when tragedy struck.

Ramprashad was physically challenged and depended on a wheelchair for mobility after developing complications in her foot related to diabetes, rendering her helpless when fire engu

Stakeholders within Guyana's Creative Industry are welcoming Government's proposal to start consultations on strengthening Guyana's Copyright and Intellectual Property Framework. The move is being hailed as a crucial step towards unlocking new opportunities for artists, producers and creatives and advancing the Government's vision for the Orange Economy.

At a recent press conference, President Dr. Irfaan Ali announced that consultations on copyright and intellectual property legisl

For landscaper Leon Christian, getting around Georgetown has become much easier since the reconstruction of the thoroughfare linking Vlissengen Road and Camp Road through Thomas Lands.

“I use this road regularly since it has been rebuilt. It’s very good for the community and for the country. There are no potholes, and the drive is much smoother,” Christian told the Department of Public Information (DPI) on Tuesday.

Christian’s experience is shared by hundreds of commuters,

As more children gain access to smartphones and social media, concerns are growing about the impact these platforms can have on their safety and well-being.

The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance has launched a national consultation aimed at identifying solutions that will protect Guyanese children while allowing them to benefit from the opportunities technology provides.

While digital technology continues to create opportunities in education, healthcare, and civic

Residents of Region Seven are set to benefit from a series of infrastructure projects and investments, announced by President Dr. Irfaan Ali during a Cabinet outreach in Bartica.

Key initiatives include the construction of a bridge across the Puruni River and new water systems for Batavia and a school, with work expected to begin within the next month to improve access to potable water. President Ali also highlighted the ongoing development of the Oko West Gold Project, which is

Guyana's rapid economic expansion extends far beyond the oil and gas sector, with the country's Local Content Legislation creating opportunities in agriculture, housing, transportation, healthcare and other industries.

This was underscored by Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat, during his address at the 2026 Local Content Summit being held at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, Georgetown.

During the opening session earlier today, Minister Bharrat highlighted tha