Stabroek News
Exuberance:
Minister of Education Sonia Parag (centre) yesterday delivered the closing remarks at the National Secondary Schools Track and Field Championships 2026, commending the athletes for their hard work and dedication throughout the three-day competition....
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Scouting for airport site:
The Ministry of Public Utilities and Aviation, through the Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), conducted site visits on Wednesday morning with potential bidders at Region 9 to inspect prospective locations for the region’s new international...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Amelia’s Ward driver dies after collision
The driver of a car is dead after a collision on the Soesdyke-Linden Highway in the vicinity of Loo Creek. According to police, the accident which occurred on Wednesday, March 11, at about 06.30 hours at Loo Creek, Soesdyke-Linden Highway, involved a...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Karasabai Airstrip 70% complete - Ministry
The Karasabai Airstrip (Ministry of Public Works photo)
Read Full Story (Page 1)
New WismarMackenzie bridge 97% complete - ministry
The Ministry of Public Works yesterday announced that physical works on the New Wismar-Mackenzie Bridge in Linden, Region Ten, are now 97% complete. This update was provided to the Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, on Friday during a visit to the...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Women empowerment advocate stabbed to death by reputed husband
Celebrating women: First Lady Arya Ali held the hand of a young girl as she led the International Women’s Day March yesterday. The march commenced at the Bank of Guyana and concluded at the Kingston Seawall. Also in photo are Chinese Ambassador to...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Vryheid’s Lust Access Bridge suffers `significant damage’
The Vryheid’s Lust Access Bridge on the East Coast of Demerara has sustained significant damage after an overloaded truck crossed the structure. A release yesterday from the Ministry of Public Works said that motorists and commuters are advised to...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Gay rights groups say Opposition Leader’s remarks `divisive, discriminatory’
Two gay rights groups yesterday described remarks at a masjid by Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed as “divisive and discriminatory towards lesbian and bisexual people, in particular, who are followers of Islam”. Sexualities Women and Genders (SWAG)...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Getting fit:
Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony and Dr Ariane Mangar, Director of Rehabilitation Services trying out exercise machines yesterday at the new Wellness Centre at Eccles, East Bank Demerara. (Ministry of Health photo)
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Brother and sister drown in Enterprise trench
Two children died yesterday after falling into a trench at Enterprise, East Coast Demerara, just behind the Guyana Water Inc. pump station. Jadon De Courte, 10, and his eight- year-old sister, Tiana De Courte, were both pupils of Paradise Primary...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Happy Holi:
A scene from the Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce’s early phagwah celebrations yesterday. (Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce photo)
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Questions raised over recent death, attack of two minor mothers
Questions have been raised over whether the Child Care and Protection Agency (CCPA) launched investigations when minors Aleena Preetam, 14, from Essequibo (now deceased), and Tiana Chapman, 15, from East Bank Berbice, presented themselves to their...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Haslington woes:
Opposition Leader, Azruddin Mohamed yesterday visited Haslington New Scheme on the East Coast of Demerara at the request of residents who have complained that the main bridge, which has been under construction since November last year, remains...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Pillion rider died after bike crashed into car at Sophia
Police are investigating a fatal accident which occurred last Friday at about 3 am on Dennis Street, Sophia, Georgetown, in the vicinity of the Juvenile Holding Centre. The accident involved motor car PLL 6764 driven by a 22-year-old male of ‘B’...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Fire Service says no knowledge of water being sold in Good Hope Phase 4
Residents of Good Hope Phase Four on the East Coast Demerara have alleged that members of the Guyana Fire Service (GFS) were selling water in the community, but the agency’s Chief Operations Officer said the GFS is unaware of this and describing the...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Summit opening:
President Irfaan Ali (second from left) exchanging pleasantries with Belize Prime Minister John Briceño (second from right) and Grenadian Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell (left) prior to the opening of the CARICOM Heads of Government Conference yesterday...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Mashramani 2026:
yesterday. (Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce photo)
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Lack of consultation on teacher promotions could lead to strike, GTU says
Flag-raising activities last evening in Region Two to mark Guyana’s 56th anniversary of republican status. (Region Two council photo)
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Energy talk:
The Youth Forum yesterday at the 2026 Guyana Energy Conference & Supply Chain Expo (Ministry of Natural Resources photo)
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Steelband on the seawall:
A scene of jubilation at the Republic Bank Mashramani Panorama last evening at the Kingston Seawall. (Ministry of Human Services photo)
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Stabroek News through the years
As Stabroek News winds down its operations it will be reproducing highlights of its 39-plus years in business. Today we reprint on page 19 the cover of the first ever issue.
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Manickchand rejects view she could intervene with Region 10 REO
While not specifically referring to the Region 10 saga as it relates to the election of a Regional Chairman and Deputy, Local Government Minister Priya Manickchand last Thursday rejected the premise that she should intervene in ensuring the Regional...
Read Full Story (Page 3)
Republic Bank unveils $60m residential mortgage at 5%
Kit inspection: As part of its ongoing commitment to upholding the highest operational standards, the Guyana Fire Service conducted its quarterly kit inspection at Headquarters last week. The exercise focused on personnel readiness, discipline, and...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
One-point rise on corruption index no cause for celebration – Goolsarran
Villagers overlook ongoing works of Kako, Region Seven second Tourism Development site under the Small Grants Programme. The site located approximately five minutes away from the Centre of Community is being developed as an eco-tourism space and will...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Hip Hop:
Skeldon Line Path Secondary, winners of the 14-18 yrs Hip Hop category receiving their trophy yesterday in the Children’s Mashramani finals.(Ministry of Education photo)
Read Full Story (Page 1)
SOCU says will release additional evidence on illegal currency dealing at Mohamed’s Enterprise
The Special Organized Crime Unit (SOCU) says it will release additional video evidence as investigations continue into alleged illegal foreign exchange transactions at a Lombard Street, Georgetown property owned by the Mohamed family. In an update...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Anti-bullying:
Yesterday the Ministry of Education took the fight against bullying to Bartica, Region 7. Facilitating the Consultation on Anti-violence and Anti- bullying policies for schools were Assistant Chief Education Officer - Nursery, Devendre Persaud and...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Composting:
The Sanitation Unit of the Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development yesterday launched the Recycling and Composting Centre at the Haags Bosch Sanitary Landfill, Eccles. A release from the ministry said that the launch also signalled the...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Extradition hearing adjourned after Nazar Mohamed hospitalized
Extradition proceedings involving businessman Nazar Mohamed and his son, opposition leader Azruddin Mohamed, were adjourned yesterday after the elder Mohamed suffered a medical emergency. The matter, which is being heard before Magistrate Judy...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Expansion work:
An overhead shot of the ongoing Heroes Highway, East Bank Demerara (EBD) expansion work which is aimed at enhancing traffic flow and travel times for commuters. (Ministry of Housing & Water photo)
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Labour Ministry in Region 10 inspections
One of the inspections (Ministry of Labour photo)
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Man charged with causing death in truck chaos on bridge
Jomel Kenny, 23, was on Wednesday charged with causing the death of Scott Jacob Dorwart by dangerous driving on January 29 when an out-of-control truck smashed into six vehicles. Kenny of Anna Catherina, West Coast Demerara, was the driver of motor...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Bus driver on trial over murder of woman
Minibus driver Travis Gordon Benjamin appeared in the High Court in Demerara yesterday charged with the murder of Vanessa Bishop. The trial, before Justice Gino Persaud, heard evidence from Government Pathologist Dr. Nehaul Singh and another...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Anna Catherina care centre now open:
The Ministry of Human Services says that its Day, Night Care and Early Childhood Development Centre officially opened its doors yesterday in Anna Catherina, Region Three. The centre it said provides a safe, nurturing environment “where our babies are...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
President arrives in Belize on state visit
President Irfaan Ali arrived yesterday in Belize on an official visit. The President is accompanied by Hugh Todd, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Guyana, along with a delegation of investors and business leaders. On His...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Biodiversity alliance:
The United Kingdom yesterday became a signatory to Guyana’s Global Biodiversity Alliance. In this Office of the President photo, President Irfaan Ali (right) and British Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy append signatures to the document.
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Man killed on Demerara bridge after runaway truck slams vehicles
A truck rolling backwards on the incline of the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge yesterday smashed into vehicles killing 24-year-old Scott Jacob Dorwart and injuring his passenger. It has been confirmed that the truck was at the time being driven...
Read Full Story (Page 3)
-in the aftermath of strike over wages, conditions
Following strikes in November and December last year, Aurora Gold Mines Inc (AGM) yesterday formalised a twoyear Collective Labour Agreement with the National Association of Agricultural, Commercial and Industrial Employees (NAACIE). The agreement was...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Land summit:
The North Pakaraimas District Council (NPDC) is currently hosting the Land Summit Meeting in the village of Kurukubaru, Region 8. Kurukabaru is the highest village in Guyana. Present at this meeting are the Patamona and Macushi people. (North...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
$1.558t budget presented
Every Guyanese citizen aged 18 and older will again receive a one-off cash grant, a $60 billion direct transfer to the people. ● The monthly income tax threshold rises from $130,000 to $140,000 ● The “Because We Care” student grant increases to...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
GuySuCo goal for 2026 to be announced today
Being upgraded: The popular Garroway Roundabout in Onderneeming, Essequibo known as the four-way corner, is being upgraded and is expected to be a strategic solution to long-standing traffic challenges in one of the community’s busiest corridors.
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Mohamed says expects smooth voting process on Monday
Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodrigues on Thursday evening joined President Irfaan Ali for the official opening ceremony of Texas de Brazil at MovieTowne Guyana. Rodrigues participated in the ribbon-cutting, while the President...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Bullying incident:
Education Minister Sonia Parag was yesterday at the Zeeburg Secondary School on the West Coast of Demerara speaking to teachers and students on the matters of violence and bullying. This followed a video circulating on social media showing a student...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
A good day for learning:
A teaching session at the Aishalton Primary School (South Rupununi District Council photo)
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Opposition Leader to be elected Monday – Nadir
Closer to opening: Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodrigues and Director of the Guyana Tourism Authority, Kamrul Baksh, conducted a preliminary assessment of the Hyde Park Zoological Sanctuary and Tropical Garden as it moves closer...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
AG to address Guptar extradition case
Attorney General Anil Nandlall, SC, is expected to issue a formal response during his “Issues in the News” programme tonight following allegations made by businessman Azruddin Mohamed regarding the government’s handling of extradition...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
111 not out!
The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security yesterday celebrated Zourie De Matos, a resident of the Palms Geriatric Home, after she reached the milestone of 111 years old. The ministry described the woman as “one of the sweetest souls you could...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Mashramani launch:
Energy and colour were on full display as the Ministry of Home Affairs launched its Mash band last night at the Mashramani 2026 Launch at the Railway Courtyard. Minister of Home Affairs Oneidge Walrond was part of the revelry.
Read Full Story (Page 1)
WIN says wants to work with other parties on Region Seven council
Chairperson of Region Seven June Shurland-Gittens has signalled a collaborative approach to governance, saying she intends to work closely with councillors from all political parties as the region enters a new phase under the leadership of We Invest in...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Buzz Bee Dam four-lane:
President Irfaan Ali yesterday visited the four-lane construction underway at Buzz Bee Dam, Land of Canaan, East Bank Demerara to receive an update on the project. The new thoroughfare is being constructed in eight lots under the Ministry of Housing....
Read Full Story (Page 1)
MPs slam Ali over misleading hands-off stance in opposition leader election delay
Modern plant: President Irfaan Ali and Chairman of Banks DIH Clifford Reis unveil a plaque for the GY$13.7 billion malts bottling plant at Thirst Park, Greater Georgetown. He welcomed the investment and challenged the company to ensure its brand plays...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Ten affected by house collapse in La Penitence
Following the collapse of a home in La Penitence, a team from the Difficult Circumstances Unit (DCU) of the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security visited the site yesterday afternoon to conduct a needs assessment for the 10 residents affected....
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Annai dorm refurbished:
The Annai Secondary School Dormitory in Region Nine has been refurbished, bringing improved living conditions to 213 students (113 males and 100 females) who reside at the facility. The upgrades were carried out in keeping with new dormitory standards,...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
New $800m Paramakatoi airstrip commissioned
The newly constructed Paramakatoi airstrip was officially commissioned yesterday, delivering a critical upgrade to air access for the Region Eight village and surrounding communities. The airstrip, which measures approximately 2,500 feet in length and...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Ram raps govt on secrecy shrouding Silica City project
The government’s much-touted Silica City project on the Soesdyke-Linden Highway continues to unfold under a veil of secrecy, civil society activist and newspaper columnist Christopher Ram said, adding that it reeks of troubling parallels with past...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
President promises integrity, fair governance
President Irfaan Ali has pledged to lead with integrity, discipline and compassion, while ensuring fairness in governance and placing the national interest above all else. He said so during his New Year’s address to the nation just after midnight on...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Juman-Yassin raises spectre that gov’t-orchestrated plot ousted Cummings-Edwards as Chancellor
Addressing the surprise retirement last year of Justice Yonette CummingsEdwards as Chancellor of the Judiciary, Senior Counsel K Juman-Yassin has raised the spectre that a governmentorchestrated plot ousted her from the position. Justice...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Ministry says flood easing in Black Bush
The Ministry of Agriculture yesterday said that several sections of the residential and cultivation areas in Black Bush Polder, Corentyne are no longer flooded following relief measures that were put in place by the National Drainage and Irrigation...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Anns Grove gold miner remanded on murder charge
A 25-year-old Anns Grove, East Coast Demerara resident was yesterday remanded to prison by Magistrate Teriq Mohamed at the Bartica Magistrate’s Court after he was charged with murder. Colin Anderson called ‘Strongy’ or ‘Biggs’, a gold miner, was...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Aurora Gold Mine workers temporarily halt work over pay, conditions
Workers attached to the Aurora Gold Mine in Region Seven yesterday downed tools over stagnant wages and what they described as worsening working conditions, raising fresh concerns about labour relations at Guyana’s largest gold operation. Employees...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Pretty in red:
These girls were all smiles and dressed for the season during Tuesday’s distribution of gifts by Subordinate Officer In-Charge of Annai Police Station Sergeant Osborne to the children of Annai, Wowetta, Rupertee, and Kwatamang Villages. photo)
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Users positive about Gov’t Service Centre on West Demerara
Just one week after its opening, citizens are hailing the Government Service Centre at the West Central Mall, Leonora, West Coast Demerara, as a much needed and timely initiative. During a visit to the centre, Stabroek News spoke with several persons...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
City carols:
Yesterday, the Mayor and Councillors of the city of Georgetown were entertained to a festive musical presentation of Christmas carols by the Guyana Police Force Live Band. The Mayor and Councillors expressed appreciation to the Guyana Police Force for...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Helping a neighbour:
Mmebers Guyana Defence Force recently completed the rebuilding of the roofs of several homes in Jamaica damaged by Hurricane Melissa. During a visit to affected communities last month, President Dr Irfaan Ali committed to rebuilding 200 roofs, in...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
`Demon’ gets life sentence for murder of miner, Deon Stoll
Shane Morgan, also known as Delon Morgan or `Demon’, was on Wednesday sentenced to life imprisonment with the possibility of parole after 25 years for the murder of gold miner Deon Stoll in a shoot-out in October 2019. According to court documents,...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Air Transat launches Guyana-Canada flights
The Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) yesterday marked a milestone with the arrival of Air Transat’s inaugural direct flight between Canada and Guyana. A release from the Ministry of Public Utilities and Aviation said that the service will...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Trump orders ‘blockade’ of sanctioned oil tankers leaving, entering Venezuela
The Cheddi Jagan International Airport’s (CJIA) 15th Annual Santa Parade came alive yesterday in a celebration of community and festive cheer. First Lady Arya Ali, Deodat Indar, Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation; Alfonso De Armas, Director...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Edghill says new Demerara bridge safe, no abnormal settlement has occurred
The Ministry of Public Works has dismissed claims circulating on social media that the recently commissioned Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge has shown signs of abnormal settlement, assuring that the structure remains safe following technical...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
Probe launched into Sophia shooting incident
Police are investigating an incident that occurred last Friday involving two policemen and a civilian, during which the civilian was shot in the left foot. According to a police press release, preliminary investigations revealed that the officers had...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
APNU calls for transparency on Guyana, US defence `Statement of Intent’
Chief Daniel Aguilar laid to rest: On Wednesday evening, Maruranau Village Chief Daniel Aguilar was laid to rest. The South Rupununi District Council (SRDC) said that he was a respected leader, mentor, and pillar of Wapichan territory. “His passing...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
Exxon aims for US$25 billion earnings growth by 2030
– Exxon Mobil (XOM.N), is targeting US$25 billion in earnings growth from 2024 to 2030 and will increase oil and gas production, the top U.S. oil producer said on Tuesday as it leans on profitable assets in Guyana and the Permian Basin. Exxon also...
Read Full Story (Page 2)
US seizes oil tanker off Venezuela falsely flying Guyana flag
Bishops’ musical treat: Students of the Bishops’ High School at the Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce booth at the One Guyana Christmas Village and Supermarket spreading Christmas Joy with their steel pans. (Ministry of Tourism, Industry and...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
GAICO, US company in sugar refinery deal
Chief Executive Officer of GAICO, Komal Singh (left) and Founder and CEO of Sucro, Jonathan Taylor exchange documents following the signing of the 60:40 partnership agreement between the two companies. They are flanked by Minister of Finance Dr Ashni...
Read Full Story (Page 1)
EU walk-run:
Some of the participants in the European Union 5K/1.5K Walk- Run on Sunday in the National Park in observance of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. (EU Delegation in Guyana Facebook page)
Read Full Story (Page 1)