June 2025

MODEC has announced a new partnership with the Protected Areas Commission (PAC) to rehabilitate two animal enclosures at the Guyana Zoological Park, reinforcing its commitment to environmental conservation and community development. The initiative, valued at $4.5 million, represents a significant investment in the zoo’s infrastructure, aimed at improving the living conditions of the animals and
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The Ravens Basketball Club will embark on a historic first for Guyana Basketball as it seeks to make a name for itself in the Kreyol Basketball Championships in Dominica. The Kreyol Basketball Championship is organised by the Caribbean Sports and Sustainable Development and In Nature Tours. The aim is to bring together the best clubs
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In a major boost for school football in Guyana, Demerara Mutual has officially partnered with the Petra Organisation for the first time, committing to support and provide insurance coverage for all of Petra’s remaining football programmes for 2025. The announcement was made during a special presentation ceremony held at Demerara Mutual’s Conference Room, Robb Street
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The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport has officially backed Eagles Basketball Club as they gear up for international competition in Dominica, where they will join Ravens Basketball Club to represent Guyana at the 2025 Kreyol Basketball Championship, running from June 6-10. This year’s edition of the championship, set to unfold at the Massacre Indoor
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Two men accused of hijacking a taxi and assaulting its driver were on Wednesday remanded to prison after appearing before the Vigilance Magistrate’s Court. The accused have been identified as 22-year-old Shawn Prince, an auto bodywork technician of Lusignan, and 26-year-old Nick Sumair, a construction worker of Good Hope Phase 2—both from the East Coast
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Rise Guyana has announced the final close of its first private investment fund, securing US$29 million. The fund is the first of its kind—an institutional real estate and infrastructure vehicle dedicated exclusively to Guyana. Backed by international investors from the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, South America and the Middle East, the fund aims to
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Earlier Wednesday, between 15:00 and 16:00 hrs, ranks of the Guyana Police Force conducted a targeted operation at Lot 18 Victoria Road, Plaisance, East Coast Demerara, based on intelligence received regarding possible illegal possession of firearms, ammunition, and narcotics. The operation was led by Superintendent Dufu, who, upon arrival at the premises with other officers,
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The Georgetown Mayor and City Council (GM&CC) on Tuesday presented a $4.28 billion budget for 2025, placing strong emphasis on improved drainage, urban development, and achieving the city’s long-term strategic goals. Finance Committee Chairman, Lelon Saul, delivered the budget presentation, highlighting new revenue streams—particularly measures to regulate street vending—as key components of the Council’s 2025
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In a groundbreaking step toward building a more inclusive society, First Lady Arya Ali on Wednesday commissioned the Center for Equity, Opportunity and Innovation at Palmyra, Canje, Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne). The facility—the first of its kind not just in Guyana but the entire Caribbean—is housed within the Empower Guyana building and is expected to
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In what has been described as an extraordinary medical feat, the Neurosurgery Department at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) has successfully treated and saved four patients who sustained direct gunshot wounds to the head between January and April 2025. Each of the patients presented with severe and often fatal injuries, including open, penetrating skull
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