Caribbean News

Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Member States -Barbados, Belize, Dominica and St. Vincent and the Grenadines- implemented full Free Movement of their nationals among themselves from Wednesday, 1 October 2025. This means that nationals of these four countries will not be limited to temporary entry of up to six months, or to work under the CARICOM skills…
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See below the full release from the Guyana Civil Aviation Authority:  The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) have signed a Technical Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote collaboration in civil aviation. This Memorandum of Understanding aims to improve the development, modernization, and operational efficiency of aviation systems…
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The Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) commissioned two new pilot boats, the Haiakwa and Haiama, on Friday. The two vessels are worth approximately US$5 million. This move is aimed at strengthening the nation’s maritime capacity to meet the growing demands of the oil and gas industry. According to a post from the Ministry of Public Utilities and…
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Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya Manickchand, convened a high-level meeting with Regional Executive Officers (REOs), Regional Education Officers (REDOs), Regional Health Officers (RHOs), Regional Engineers, Internal Auditors, and Auditors from the State Audit Department. The engagement, held on September 29, 2025, focused on strengthening Guyana’s National Solid Waste Management and Beautification Mandate…
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The much-anticipated commissioning of the new Demerara River Bridge will take place this Sunday, marking a historic moment in Guyana’s infrastructural development. Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, on Friday briefed the public on what to expect at the grand opening ceremony, which promises to be a well-coordinated and memorable national celebration. The official ceremony…
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Sections of the existing Demerara Harbour Bridge will be relocated downriver to create a new link between Timehri, East Bank Demerara, and Sandhills. Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, confirmed this on Friday during a media briefing. “For sure sections of the bridge both retractor and acceptor spans and other parts will be going to…
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Press Release from the Guyana Cricket Board The Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) and the Guyana Olympic Association (GOA) have taken a significant step forward in advancing cricket’s place on the Olympic stage, following a high-level meeting between the two bodies. The discussions centered on Guyana’s participation in cricket at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los…
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President of the Guyana Football Federation (GFF) Wayne Forde on Friday announced a “transformational project” for the East Demerara Football Association (EDFA) and the Upper Demerara Football Association (UDFA). The Federation, with the support of football’s world governing body FIFA, will be installing two state-of-the-art all-weather mini-pitches under the recently launched, FIFA Arena Project. This…
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See below full statement issued by the Chinese Embassy in Guyana: With regard to the meeting held by the Guyanese government recently on lawful business operations in Chinese-owned and Chinese-operated shops, the Chinese Embassy in Guyana issues the following reminders to the Chinese business community: Apply for business licenses, residence permits, and ID in accordance…
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Press Release from the Guyana Olympic Association President Godfrey Munroe and the Executive Committee of the Guyana Olympic Association (GOA) have officially unveiled the logo for the upcoming Caribbean Association of National Olympic Committees (CANOC) General Assembly and Workshop to be hosted in Guyana from October 17-20, 2025, at the Pegasus Suites Guyana. The vibrant…
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