Tributes and live performances at the National Cultural Centre on Sunday honoured the life and legacy of Trinidad-born Guyanese author, poet, athlete and corporate executive Dr. Ian Archie McDonald.

Friends and former colleagues reflected on their experiences with Dr. McDonald, remembering his character, his contributions to Caribbean literature and the lasting impact of his work on the region’s literary community.

Poet Al Creighton said, “Ian reflected on his family, his boy

Survivors and families of those who perished in the MV Barima tragedy welcomed the Commission of Inquiry during the commissioners’ visit to Mabaruma today.

Today's session helped residents understand the CoI's work and how they can take part ahead of the formal hearings, which begin on Wednesday, October 14. 

Ahead of the commencement of substantive hearings on Wednesday, the Commission of Inquiry into the sinking of the MV Barima visited Mabaruma on Monday to hear firsthand from survivors and encourage them to give evidence before the commission.

During the community engagement at the Narie Extension Centre, commissioners assured survivors that appropriate arrangements would be made for those who choose to testify at the hearings in Georgetown.

While the meeting was not a formal hearing or a session for t

The Ministry of Education’s Distance Education Unit today launched EdPal Plus App and an accompanying Media Mentorship Programme, marking a major step forward for digital learning in Guyana.

Head of the Distance Education Unit Phillip Williams says the new EDPAL Plus builds on the original EdPal platform introduced in 2023.

The upgraded app offers free access to educational videos, audio lessons, structured courses, audiobooks and seven live broadcast channels on Android and iOS

Minister of Home Affairs Oneidge Walrond has commended the men and women of the Guyana Fire Service for their discipline, professionalism and resilience as the service marked its 69th anniversary with a route march.

Walrond said the anniversary was an opportunity to recognise the sacrifices firefighters make daily, often putting their lives at risk.

“We are very proud of the Fire Service. The government has made tremendous investme

The government is preparing tougher penalties for everyday offences, including illegal garbage dumping, noise nuisance and obstruction of public roadways. 

Attorney General Anil Nandlall says the proposed amendments will include community service as a penalty, as authorities also move to strengthen road safety laws.

“The Attorney General Chambers have completed a wide menu of amendments that are going to speak to noise, nuisance, ga