March 2025

Safe deliveries, better care for mothers and babies – Health Minister

In an update on the nation’s healthcare system, Minister of Health Dr. Frank Anthony on Saturday outlined a series of strategic investments aimed at ensuring mothers receive the care they deserve. Speaking at the launch of the newborn cash grant at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre, Dr. Anthony highlighted key advancements in healthcare that will
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Pres. Ali marks Int’l Women’s Day with strong pledge for gender equality in Guyana

On the occasion of International Women’s Day 2025, President Irfaan Ali has reiterated the nation’s steadfast commitment to advancing gender equality and celebrating the resilience of women across the globe and in Guyana. The President’s message also marks the 30th anniversary of the landmark Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, adopted at the Fourth World
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MV Kimbia returns to service after $75M overhaul

MV Kimbia returns to service after $75M overhaul

The MV Kimbia will resume operations on the Georgetown to Region One route today following the installation of two new engines and gearboxes valued at $75 million. The 44-year-old ferry has been a longstanding transport link for Region One communities supporting trade and travel. Minister of Public Works Bishop Juan Edghill and a team from
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New legislation to increase criminal & civil remedies to violence – Dr Persaud

To tackle the upsurge of femicide in Guyana, Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr Vindhya Persaud said authorities are focused on creating a modern and progressive legal framework. To this end, she said two pieces of legislation, the Family Violence Act and the Sexual Offences Act, are new legal remedies. When combined they
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Managing Oil Wealth: IMF praises Guyana’s cash transfers and oil fund oversight

Guyana’s management of its burgeoning oil wealth has earned praise from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which lauded the country’s focus on cash transfers and robust oversight of its oil fund. According to the IMF’s 2025 Article IV mission report, the careful management of oil revenues is playing a crucial role in ensuring sustainable growth,
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IMF applauds Guyana’s rapid economic growth; cites continued strong prospects

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released its Staff Concluding Statement for the 2025 Article IV Mission, highlighting Guyana’s impressive economic growth, driven by a combination of rapidly expanding oil production, robust non-oil output, and substantial public infrastructure investment. According to the IMF, Guyana has experienced the highest real GDP growth rate globally, averaging 47
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FOUR-DAY: Centurion McKenzie thwarts Harpy Eagles’ victory push

West Indies batsman Kirk McKenzie stood resolute on Friday, leading a Jamaica Scorpions’ batting renaissance against Guyana Harpy Eagles in the fourth round of the West Indies Four-Day Championship at Sabin Park in Kingston. Faced with a daunting task of scoring 489 for an outright win, Scorpions, who were skittled out for 44 in the
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Grimmond, Latchman spur Guyana to third place finish in Women’s Super50 Cup

Number three batter Realeanna Grimmond and leg-spinner Nyia Latchman made telling contributions as Guyana comprehensively defeated Jamaica in the third place playoff of the Cricket West Indies’ CG United Women’s Super50 Cup in St. Kitts on Friday. Set a target of 183, Jamaica capitulated to 100 all out as Guyana finished third in the six-team
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Trinidad and Tobago crowned Women’s Super50 Cup champs

Trinidad and Tobago emerged champions of the 2025 CG United Women’s Super50 Cup after a comprehensive seven-wicket win over Barbados in the final at Warner Park on Friday. Just as she did during their round four encounter on Monday, Trinidadian captain Karishma Ramharack put Barbados in to bat after winning the toss. Trinidad and Tobago
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