January 2025

The Guyana Forestry Commission (GFC) surpassed its production targets for the years 2023 and 2024. In 2024, there was an increase in production from 2020 at over 20,000 cubic metres. Commissioner of the GFC, Edward Goberdhan said the production increases were a testimony to good governance in the forest sector. Commissioner Goberdhan and Minister of
The post Forestry Commission exceeds production targets as sector expands appeared first on News Room Guyana.

A total of 225 oil lifts from the Stabroek Block were recorded in 2024, with 28 of these going to the government of Guyana. Minister of Natural Resources Vickram Bharrat disclosed that seven lifts came from the Liza Destiny FPSO, 11 from the Unity FPSO, and 10 from the Prosperity FPSO. Each lift consists of
The post Guyana recorded 225 oil lifts in 2024 appeared first on News Room Guyana.

There has been major improvement across all commodities in Guyana’s mining sector for the year 2024. With developmental projects across the country in various sectors, the demand for building materials has significantly increased. As such, production of stone, sand, and loom for 2024 has significantly increased from 2023. Minister of Natural Resources, Vikram Bharrat highlighted
The post ‘Massive increase’ in quarrying sector – Min. Bharrat appeared first on News Room Guyana.

In an effort to revolutionize the operations of the courts, efforts are being made to roll out an e-payment system that will pave the way for the payments of bails and fines electronically. Already, the Minister of Finance, Dr Ashni Singh and Attorney General, Anil Nandall were engaged on the implementation. The aim is to
The post Electronic payment of bails, fines at Courts possible soon- Chief Justice appeared first on News Room Guyana.

The Guyana Harpy Eagles’ second practice match is from January 15 at the National Stadium, Providence. It will be the traditional red-ball match, as the first match was the pink-ball due to the return of the day/night of the First-Class matches this season. However, it ended within three days, and given the number of spots
The post Fringe players need ‘big performances’ as Regional Four-Day draws closer appeared first on News Room Guyana.

The BCCI is all set to implement stricter protocols with the Indian cricket team which include limiting the time players spend with their families on tour and barring independent transport for players while commuting for practice and matches. On tours of 45 days or more, players’ immediate families – partner and children – can be
The post BCCI set to limit families’ presence on India’s tours appeared first on News Room Guyana.

Guyana has been chosen to host a major gathering of Caribbean Olympic officials in October 2025. The Guyana Olympic Association (GOA) will stage the Caribbean Association of National Olympic Committees (CANOC) annual workshop and general assembly. The decision was announced following a CANOC executive meeting held remotely on Friday. The GOA successfully bid to host
The post GOA to host General Assembly for Caribbean National Olympic Committees appeared first on News Room Guyana.

By Faith Seabra Just off the coast of Pomeroon-Supenaam, where winds carry the whispers of the sea and lush rice fields sway in harmony with the breeze, lies Vaksana—a transformative women’s retreat set to open its doors in 2025. Inspired by the Sanskrit words for ‘fertile land’ and ‘rejuvenation,’ Vaksana is more than just a
The post Vaksana: A sanctuary of healing and hope for women appeared first on News Room Guyana.

More than 180 illegal firearms were seized by local law enforcement officials during 2024 and according to the Minister of Home Affairs, investigations have revealed that the weapons are not manufactured here in Guyana. “We have had over, I think 180 firearms seized over last year. They are not made in Guyana. We barely could
The post ‘Not made in Guyana’ – Over 180 illegal firearms seized in 2024 appeared first on News Room Guyana.

The family of seven-year-old Kareena Persaud is mourning the loss of a vibrant and cheerful child, whose life was cut short in a heart-wrenching accident on Sunday evening. Kareena, a student at Skeldon Primary School and a resident of No. 77 Village Housing Scheme in Corriverton, Berbice, was tragically crushed by a heavy iron gate
The post ‘She was very joyful’ – Aunt says regrettable girl was crushed by gate appeared first on News Room Guyana.