State Bulletins

State Bulletins

Guyana’s Natural Resources Sector Soars in 2024 with Record Growth in Gold & Bauxite Production

January 15, 2025 Editor

At the Ministry of Natural Resources’ end-of-year press conference on January 14, 2025, Minister Vickram Bharrat highlighted the impressive growth in Guyana’s natural resources sector, notably in gold and bauxite production, which saw substantial increases in 2024. Gold production experienced a modest rise, reaching 434,067 ounces in 2024—an increase of 1,954 ounces compared to 2023. […]

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$40B approved for resumption of $100K cash grant

February 4, 2025 Editor

Croal calls out Hughes over his participation in land sales as low as $30M during APNU+AFC tenure

February 2, 2025 Editor

Oil & Gas

Oil & Gas

Guyana’s Energy Sector Achieves Major Milestones in 2024

January 15, 2025 Editor

Guyana’s energy sector reached new heights in 2024, driven by significant growth in crude oil production and notable advancements in renewable energy initiatives. The country exported 225 cargoes of crude oil over the year, a remarkable 54% increase compared to 2023. This achievement has elevated Guyana to the position of the fifth-largest crude exporter in […]

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US$300M Vreed-en-Hoop Shore Base Opens

January 27, 2025 Editor

One Guyana FPSO expected to arrive in Guyana by first half of this year

January 19, 2025 Editor

Crime

Crime

Over 40 Venezuelan nationals jailed for serious crimes in 2024

January 15, 2025 Editor

Minister Robeson Benn highlighted a growing concern over the number of Venezuelan nationals incarcerated in Guyana. He revealed that 49 Venezuelans are currently imprisoned for offenses including domestic violence, disorderly conduct, murders, and robberies. The influx of Venezuelan migrants into Guyana, driven by economic and political instability in their home country, has presented new challenges […]

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City Councillor fatally stabbed by 16-Y-O school dropout

February 5, 2025 Editor

Burke seeks AFC’s help to stop US investigations into him

February 3, 2025 Editor

State Bulletins

State Bulletins

President Ali Engages East Bank Residents, Focuses on Community Development

January 15, 2025 Editor

President Dr. Irfaan Ali, accompanied by government ministers and officials, conducted a community outreach on January 14, 2025, in Friendship and Garden of Eden on the East Bank of Demerara (EBD). The visit highlighted the government’s commitment to addressing pressing issues in housing, infrastructure, security, and sanitation while promoting community-driven development. During his engagement, President […]

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$40B approved for resumption of $100K cash grant

February 4, 2025 Editor

Croal calls out Hughes over his participation in land sales as low as $30M during APNU+AFC tenure

February 2, 2025 Editor

Crime

Crime

Minister Benn: Over 180 Illegal Firearms Seized in 2024, Calls for Stricter Port Screening

January 15, 2025 Editor

Minister Robeson Benn revealed that over 180 illegal firearms were seized by the Guyana Police Force (GPF) last year. This represents a significant increase compared to the 128 illegal firearms confiscated in 2023, underscoring ongoing efforts to combat gun-related crime. Addressing the issue of illegal arms, Minister Benn emphasized that the weapons seized were not […]

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City Councillor fatally stabbed by 16-Y-O school dropout

February 5, 2025 Editor

Burke seeks AFC’s help to stop US investigations into him

February 3, 2025 Editor

Business

Politics

State Bulletins

Business

Politics

State Bulletins

Gold revenue increased by US$181M in 2024 as large-scale producers restart, expand operations

January 15, 2025 Editor

Gold revenue saw a significant surge in 2024, with an impressive increase of US$181 million driven by the resumption and expansion of operations by large-scale gold producers across the country. Speaking at his Ministry’s end-of-year press conference, Minister of Natural Resources Vickram Bharrat said that the total gold revenue for last year was US$989.9 million. […]

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Additional 8% increase to be paid to public servants this year –Dr. Singh

February 5, 2025 Editor

$40B approved for resumption of $100K cash grant

February 4, 2025 Editor

Politics

Politics

AG blasts Walton-Desir, Nigel Hughes for attack on Speaker for enforcing parliamentary language

January 15, 2025 Editor

In a scathing attack on opposition figures, Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, SC, has sharply criticised Amanza Walton-Desir and presidential aspirant Nigel Hughes for their recent comments regarding the Speaker of the National Assembly, Manzoor Nadir, and his enforcement of parliamentary expressions. On his weekly programme, ‘Issues In The News,’ Nandlall […]

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Additional 8% increase to be paid to public servants this year –Dr. Singh

February 5, 2025 Editor

Finance expert says PNCR promises risk creating ‘economic chaos’

February 4, 2025 Editor

State Bulletins

State Bulletins

Construction commences for Guyana’s first hearing-impaired school

January 14, 2025 Editor

The Ministry of Education has made a historic leap toward inclusive education with the launch of Guyana’s first dedicated school for the deaf. The Honourable Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand, turned the sod today at Cummings Lodge, marking the beginning of construction for this landmark facility. “This school is a testament to our government’s dedication […]

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$40B approved for resumption of $100K cash grant

February 4, 2025 Editor

Croal calls out Hughes over his participation in land sales as low as $30M during APNU+AFC tenure

February 2, 2025 Editor

Tragedy

Tragedy

Man dies after he “accidentally” consumed pesticide instead of Coke drink

January 14, 2025 Editor

Deonarine Ramnarine, 52, of Lot 59 Reliance Abandon, East Canje Berbice (ECB), died at the New Amsterdam Hospital, after he “accidentally” consumed a poisonous substance on Wednesday, January 08, 2025, while he was intoxicated. He worked as a Laborer at the Goed Bananen Land, Neighborhood Democratic Council (NDC) and is a father of four. This […]

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Grove Family Loses Home to Fire

January 31, 2025 Editor

Man, 47, crushed to death by concrete floor in Crabwood Creek

January 30, 2025 Editor

Crime

State Bulletins

Crime

State Bulletins

More body cameras procured for cops, CANU & GPS officers to be outfitted with similar cameras

January 14, 2025 Editor

The Ministry of Home Affairs has acquired an extra 500 body cameras for members of the Guyana Police Force (GPF) to enhance the quality of interactions between the police and the public. These body cameras aim to capture digital audio-video evidence for criminal, civil, and traffic-related cases. The cameras will help in precisely documenting events, […]

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City Councillor fatally stabbed by 16-Y-O school dropout

February 5, 2025 Editor

$40B approved for resumption of $100K cash grant

February 4, 2025 Editor