Guyana News

Lusignan building gutted by unknown-origin blaze

A fire of unknown origin destroyed a building at Massacre Street, Track A, Lusignan, East Coast Demerara, and severely damaged the western wall of a nearby structure. The Guyana Fire Service said firefighters stopped the blaze from spreading further, but the building and its contents were lost. Investigations are ongoing.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Sep 19, 2026

Sugar estate worker remanded for Rose Hall Town fatal hit-and-run

A 35-year-old Albion Sugar Estate labourer, Alvin Singh, was refused bail after being charged over the fatal hit-and-run that killed former Kildonan Primary headteacher Sonia Williams, 51, on the Rose Hall Town Public Road in Region Six. Police said he left the scene after the collision; the case matters because it involves a deadly road accident and renewed concern over hit-and-run driving.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Sep 19, 2026

$7500 fine for illegal siren use to be considered – Traffic Chief

The Guyana Police Force is stepping up enforcement against private cars using sirens illegally, while reminding drivers that only police, fire service and ambulances are legally allowed to use them. Authorities are removing unauthorised sirens, reviewing the small $7,500 fine, and tracing how the devices are imported and sold. Drivers are also being urged to give way to emergency vehicles and report suspected abuse.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Sep 19, 2026

Transmission pole to remain until alternative line is completed – Min Indar

Public Utilities and Aviation Minister Deodat Indar said a pole on the Plaisance Railway Embankment cannot be removed yet because it supports a key 69kV line supplying the East Coast of Demerara. The line will be shifted only after a new backlands transmission network is finished by end-November, part of Guyana’s grid modernisation work to avoid outages.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Sep 19, 2026

Police record 245 offences, 103 safety helmet violations in traffic crackdown

Police made 245 cases against errant drivers in a recent road-safety enforcement exercise, with helmet offences accounting for 103 tickets. Other breaches included unlicensed and uninsured vehicles, unlicensed drivers, and missing or obscured identification marks, as authorities step up checks to reduce crashes and improve compliance across Guyana.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Sep 19, 2026

Republic Bank Ltd awards top performing RightStart account holders

Republic Bank (Guyana) Limited honoured 15 RightStart account holders at its Georgetown head office for strong results in the 2026 NGSA, CSEC and CAPE exams. The annual awards programme recognises academic excellence among young Guyanese and includes gift certificates and presents for the students.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Sep 19, 2026

Asphalt paving begins on new Wismar-Mackenzie Bridge

Asphalt paving has started on the new US$35 million Wismar-Mackenzie Bridge in Region 10, with load testing to follow before it opens to traffic. Public Works Minister Juan Edghill says the four-lane, toll-free crossing could open by October 5, easing congestion and improving travel and trade between Linden and Guyana’s hinterland.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Sep 19, 2026

Govt moves to digitise NDC records, fix record-keeping gaps

Guyana’s government is digitising records at the 70 Neighbourhood Democratic Councils to improve audits, speed up approvals and support a single-window system for residents. Local Government Minister Priya Manickchand said the councils must fix long-running delays in submitting financial statements, while offices, equipment and staffing are also being upgraded nationwide.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Sep 19, 2026

ERC launches Harmony Club at Kuru Kururu Primary School

The Ethnic Relations Commission launched a Harmony Club at Kuru Kururu Primary School, teaching more than 30 pupils tolerance, respect and appreciation for Guyana’s diverse cultures, as part of a programme that has reached over 300 children. It also held a stakeholder meeting in Kairuni with more than 100 residents to discuss ethnic relations, community concerns and social cohesion.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Sep 19, 2026

105 new ranks, 9 apprentices inducted into GPF

Guyana Police Force graduated 114 new ranks, including 105 recruits and nine apprentices, after four months of training at Eve Leary on Friday. Deputy Commissioner Ravindradat Budhram urged them to serve with professionalism, impartiality and respect for citizens’ rights, saying their conduct will shape public trust in the force.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Sep 19, 2026

“Strongest performance” as exports to China hike to US$501M – PM Phillips

Guyana’s trade with China reached about US$1.8 billion in 2025, with Guyanese exports rising to US$501 million and China becoming the country’s eighth-largest export market, Prime Minister Mark Phillips said at a Beijing anniversary event in Georgetown. Chinese Ambassador Yang Yang said Chinese investment in Guyana is about US$13 billion, pointing to major projects including the Demerara River Bridge and Aurora Solar Farm.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Sep 19, 2026

VP Jagdeo’s statements on Anand Goolsarran grounded in facts – court rules

The High Court dismissed former Auditor General Anand Goolsarran’s defamation claim against Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo, finding that Jagdeo had proven the truth of the statements made at a 2023 press conference and public meeting. Justice Peter Hugh awarded Jagdeo $250,000 in costs, ending the case and upholding the defence of justification.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Sep 19, 2026

TGA blames animal incursion for Mabaruma runway overshoot

Trans Guyana Airways says a vulture and animal incursion forced evasive action when its Cessna Caravan overshot the Mabaruma airstrip, damaging the aircraft and endangering passengers. The airline says it warned the Guyana Civil Aviation Authority days earlier about rising bird strikes and runway wildlife at hinterland airstrips, urging stronger hazard controls.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Sep 19, 2026

Guyanese man wanted for murder of sex worker deported from US

Kanand Ojha, the prime suspect in the killing of sex worker Noel “Nephi” Luther, was deported from the United States to Guyana on Friday after evading prosecution for more than a year. He had been wanted since 2019 in connection with the 2015 shooting in Georgetown, where Luther was killed after a confrontation involving Ojha and Ron “Andel” Forde. Officials said the case shows the value of lawful cross-border cooperation in criminal investigations.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Sep 19, 2026

ACADO Guyana unveils multi million-dollar distribution centre at Rome

ACADO Guyana opened a new multimillion-dollar distribution facility at Rome on Heroes Highway, marking a major expansion for the 35-year-old consumer goods company. CEO Alicia DeAbreu traced the business from her parents’ small garage start to today’s growth, while Minister Susan Rodrigues praised its role in employing about 170 Guyanese and supporting regional investment.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Sep 19, 2026

2020 Election Trial Stalls as GECOM IT Manager Misses Court

Former GECOM IT manager Aneal Giddings missed court as his cross-examination continued in the 2020 election-rigging trial, delaying further testimony. He has admitted removing a GECOM server during the March 5 bomb-threat disruption and leaving it in his car for about 2.5 hours without authorization, a key issue in the case involving nine accused linked to the disputed Region Four tabulation.

By Village Voice

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

Lewis Sounds Alarm Over State Power and Treatment of Opposition

Veteran union leader Lincoln Lewis says the Government’s handling of Guyana’s Opposition — including a disputed invitation to meet President Irfaan Ali and the detention of Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed — raises serious concerns about inclusionary democracy and constitutional safeguards. Opposition parties said they needed clear agendas and proper consultation, while the President’s Office said the meetings were meant to improve cooperation on national issues.

By Village Voice

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

Duncan Questions Stalled G$490M Five Miles Housing Project

Opposition MP Sherod Duncan says the G$490 million Five Miles Extension housing project in Bartica remains largely unfinished and unfit for residents, with no new construction, no water or electricity, and worsening roads and drainage. He is pressing Housing Minister Collin Croal to explain the delays and account for the spending as Guyana expands housing with oil revenues.

By Village Voice

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

Rodrigues-Birkett’s UN Bid Faces Tougher Test as Support Remains Short of Majority

Guyana’s Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett has strong CARICOM backing and is pressing her case as the first Caribbean and first female candidate for UN secretary-general, but Security Council straw polls show growing opposition even as she remains competitive. The informal votes are non-binding, and she still must win broader Council consensus, including approval from the permanent members.

By Village Voice

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

WIN Presses Government for Urgent Action on West Ruimveldt Flooding

We Invest in Nationhood is urging urgent drainage repairs in West Ruimveldt after residents of Crescent Street and Ivy Lane reported repeated flooding, poor culvert repair and low-hanging electricity wires. The party says the area needs excavated drains connected to the main canal and action from Local Government Minister Priya Manickchand and Guyana Power and Light before heavier rains worsen conditions.

By Village Voice

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

Boycott- duh fuh duh nah obyah

This opinion column criticizes President Irfaan Ali and the Speaker of the House for poor treatment of the opposition after Guyana’s September elections, arguing that their conduct has weakened parliamentary democracy and national unity. It says Ali should show more humility, respect the Constitution, and engage the opposition properly if “One Guyana” is to mean anything.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

Whatever happened to this matter?

This opinion column says the ongoing driver’s-licence investigation in Guyana raises serious concerns that unqualified people may have been licensed without proper testing. It urges authorities to update the public, punish any corruption, and cancel improperly issued licences because the issue affects road safety and trust in the system.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

Cornwall blitz, Shadab (4-13)/Muqeem (4-16) leave Warriors in panic mode

Guyana Amazon Warriors were bowled out for 76 and lost by nine wickets to Antigua & Barbuda Falcons at Kensington Oval, with Shadab Khan taking 4-16, including a CPL hat-trick, and Sufiyan Muqeem also taking 4 wickets. Rahkeem Cornwall’s 16-ball 49 helped the Falcons reach the final, while Guyana must now play Jamaica for another chance.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

Numbers

This editorial says Guyana’s 33.3% midyear growth, 4% inflation and strong oil-led expansion should be a national triumph, but many citizens still face poverty, hunger and unpaid bills. It argues that the country’s benefits are not reaching enough people and questions who is truly sharing in the oil boom.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

STEMGuyana students to build environmental intelligence systems for Guyana’s farms and communities

STEMGuyana has launched an Environmental Intelligence and Smart Systems programme to train young Guyanese to build sensor-based tools for farming, irrigation, flood monitoring and water management. Developed with U.S. universities, the initiative aims to prepare local talent to design, maintain and adapt climate-smart technology for Guyana’s own conditions.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

$3.6B spent on police intelligent surveillance sites

Guyana Police spent $3.6 billion in the first half of 2026 to complete 193 Intelligent Video Surveillance sites, with 260 more underway, alongside upgrades to stations, training facilities and vehicles. The government says these investments, plus expanded community policing, helped cut serious crime by 16.9% compared with the same period in 2025.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

Antigua reopens talks with U.S. on deportees

Antigua and Barbuda will resume talks with the United States on a limited deal to accept some third-country deportees, but only under strict parliamentary safeguards, Ambassador Sir Ronald Sanders said. The government says each transfer would need separate approval and clear rules on legal status, security, housing and costs, after Guyana already accepted six deportees under a similar arrangement.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

$1.4B Zeelugt Market project gets underway

Construction has begun on a $1.4 billion Zeelugt Market on the West Coast of Demerara, which will house more than 90 vendors, up from about 54 now operating along the roadside. Minister Priya Manickchand said it is part of a wider push to build and upgrade markets across Region Three to improve trade, safety and local economic activity.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

Pistol, six live rounds found at Tucville wash bay

Police arrested a 25-year-old Tucville man after a suspected .32 pistol and six matching live rounds were found during a late-night operation at a wash bay on Jackson Street, Tucville, Georgetown. He was taken to East La Penitence Police Station after ranks said he was not licensed to carry a firearm, raising concerns about illegal guns in the area.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

Citi formally opens Guyana office

Citi has opened a representative office in Guyana, marking a stronger push to support the country’s fast-growing economy and its links to global financial markets. President Irfaan Ali and Prime Minister Mark Phillips attended the inauguration, which the government said reflects rising international confidence and could help finance infrastructure and development projects.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

Group targeting 63 Beach for major cleanup on Saturday

CYEN-Guyana is calling on volunteers, schools, businesses and community groups to join the International Coastal Cleanup at #63 Beach, Corentyne, on Saturday. The event will remove marine litter and record waste types and amounts to help track pollution trends, support the PROMAR Project and protect Guyana’s coastal environment.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

Lethem cops under for taking bribes to aid Cuban crossings

Guyana’s Police Commissioner Clifton Hicken has ordered an investigation into allegations that immigration ranks in Lethem are taking bribes to help Cubans cross illegally into Brazil through Guyana. The probe comes after Brazil reported a rise in Cuban migrants using Guyana as a route, including a June operation in Roraima that intercepted 108 people and arrested five suspected smugglers.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

GPL blames grass fire for blackout in parts of Corentyne

GPL said a grass fire damaged a transmission structure on its L22 line, causing a prolonged outage from Number 54 to Number 68 villages in Berbice. The company said repairs were completed and power was being restored progressively. A separate outage in Ogle, including Eugene F. Correia International Airport, was linked to erosion damage and was also being repaired.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

If it ain’t loud, it ain’t music!

In this opinion column, Kaieteur News says loud, bass-heavy music has become the norm in Guyana, from homes and cars to parties and minibuses, often at levels that drown out conversation. The piece argues this trend has turned listening into a nuisance and raised concerns about noise and everyday comfort.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026

No discussion on more money for GTE contractor

President Irfaan Ali said government has not discussed granting extra money to Lindsayca Guyana Inc., despite the contractor asking for more funds to finish the delayed Gas-to-Energy project at Wales. The 300-megawatt plant is now expected to deliver only 57 MW by year-end, delaying promised lower electricity bills and prolonging costly power shortages for Guyanese consumers.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Sep 18, 2026