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Business and Economy
    8th May, 2026

PM lauds “strong, essential” partnership between Guyana and the European Union

Prime Minister Mark Phillips says Guyana's partnership with the European Union is central to advancing cooperation in climate action, trade, health, governance, renewable energy and digital infrastructure.

He made these remarks at t

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Healthcare
    7th May, 2026

New batch of registered nurses expected at New Amsterdam hospital

As Nurses Week begins, the matron of the New Amsterdam Hospital, Adonis McAndrew, is commending the government's efforts to improve and streamline the training of nurses. With nurses now being trained t

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Human Development
    7th May, 2026

Guyana and Zambia strengthen media cooperation ties

In a strategic move to strengthen responsible reporting and develop the global media landscape, Guyana and Zambia are deepening bilateral ties to enhance media and economic cooperation. 

During the 2026 World Press Freedom Day conferenc

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Housing
    7th May, 2026

Gov’t ramps up preparatory works to accelerate housing drive – Min. Croal

Minister of Housing Collin Croal says while Guyana's ambitious housing expansion program may appear to be moving slowly, major preparatory works are actively underway behind the scenes to support large-scale development across the country.

He explained that

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Legal Affairs
    7th May, 2026

Oral Hearings on the Merits of the Case Concerning the Arbitral Award of 3 October 1899 (Guyana v/s Venezuela)

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, concluded the second day of oral hearings in the case concerning the Arbitral Award of 3 October 1899 (Guyana v. Venezuela), which is being held at the Peace Palace, in The Hague.

These pro

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Business and Economy
    7th May, 2026

President Ali outlines push to position Guyana as centre for creative industries

Guyana is targeting major expansion in the creative economy and digital services sector as part of efforts to diversify its rapidly growing economy and position itself as a regional hub for innovation and entertainment.

Speaking to investors at the US-Guyan

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Education
    6th May, 2026

Sophia Primary School gets new wing

A new wing has been added to the Sophia Primary School, addressing overcrowding and bringing comfort and convenience to both teachers and pupils. The investment was welcomed with one pupil expressing herself through a beautiful poem. 

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Recent News


National Drama Company presents 1823 Revolt on May 16

Entertainment
  8th May, 2026

The atmosphere at the 1823 monument will come alive in a few days as the cast of the 1823 revolt reenactment prepares to transport audiences back to one of the most defining moments in Guyana's history. 

As Guyana celebrates its 60th anniversary, the National Drama Company is preparing a dramatic retelling of the 1823 Demerara Revolt led by national hero Jack Gladstone. 

The production is expected to showcase the courage, resistance and sacrifices of enslaved Africans who fought f

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Energy efficiency is a national priority – PM

Energy
  8th May, 2026

As Guyana continues to expand its energy production capacity and pursue major infrastructure development, Prime Minister Mark Phillips says energy efficiency must now be treated as a national priority and a key pillar of the country's long-term development strategy.

PM Phillips says Guyana's long-term energy security will depend not only on expanding generation capacity but also improving energy efficiency across the country. Addressing an energy efficiency and conservation seminar,

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MOH announces quality audit system

Healthcare
  11th May, 2026

The Ministry of Health is rolling out a new quality audit system aimed at strengthening patient care and accountability across the public health system. This initiative will see doctors and nurses being monitored to ensure established treatment protocols are being followed.

The system is expected to add another layer of accountability for healthcare workers while improving patient care. Minister of Health Dr. Frank Anthony says this will h

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Oral arguments conclude before ICJ

Legal Affairs
  11th May, 2026

Oral arguments before the world court wrapped up earlier today. Speaking before the world court, Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodriguez, accused Guyana of abandoning the spirit of the 1966 Geneva Agreement after major oil discoveries in 2015 and pursuing what she described as an unlawful effort to validate the 1899 Arbitral Award. 

Venezuela also repeated claims that the award was fraudulent and maintained that it never consented to the court's jurisdiction. But Guyana's lega

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Dr. Jagdeo says contract vetting aimed at strengthening fairness

Business and Economy
  11th May, 2026

Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has defended the government’s ongoing contract pre-qualification exercise, saying the process was introduced to strengthen transparency and create wider opportunities for small contractors across Guyana.

Dr Jagdeo was at the time speaking on the sidelines of a public engagement, where he noted many persons lodged queries about the award of contracts.

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Government halts Region Four contract awards for further verification

News
  9th May, 2026

The Government of Guyana has temporarily suspended Phase One of small contractor contract awards in Region Four to allow additional verification checks following complaints raised during the signing process.

In a statement issued on the matter, the government said the decision forms part of its ongoing effort to maintain transparency, fairness and accountability in the public pre-qualification process for small contractors undertaking projects valued at $15 million and under.

The pre-qualification pr

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