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Agriculture

Invest less and earn more – GRPA urges rice farmers as the global price continues to drop

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President of the Guyana Rice Producers Association, Lekha Rambrich, advised farmers to reduce investments to maximise profits, given the ongoing decline in global paddy prices. Rambrich told reporters that India has produced 154 million tons of rice, with over 20 million tons entering the global market, leading to declining prices as more rice is cultivated […]
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OIL & GAS

Strong leadership and local content law driving Guyana’s oil & gas boom

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Guyana’s transformation into the world’s fastest-growing economy has not been left to chance but is the product of deliberate leadership and policies, particularly in the oil and gas sector. This was the central message delivered by Minister of Natural Resources Vickram Bharrat during a recent appearance on the Starting Point podcast, where he credited the […]
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ENVIRONMENT

At UNGA 80, Pres. Ali presses climate justice, biodiversity finance and a “balanced” energy transition

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President Dr. Irfaan Ali says Guyana used the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) to advance concrete work on climate justice, biodiversity financing and energy security, underscoring that the country is now “a leader, not a listener” in global climate fora. In an early-morning conversation on Main Street in Georgetown with journalist […]
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HEALTH

Guyana Positions Itself as a Global Example in NCD and Mental Health Response

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At a time when non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health disorders are exacting a heavy toll worldwide, Guyana is carving out an unlikely role: as a blueprint for how developing countries can turn political will into tangible health outcomes. That was the message delivered by Dr. Mahendra Carpen, Presidential Adviser on Science and Healthcare Modernisation […]
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COURT

GTU Withdraws Contempt Proceedings Against Government

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The Guyana Teachers Union (GTU) has formally withdrawn its contempt application against several senior government officials, ending a legal battle that stemmed from a ruling issued by Justice Sandil Kissoon in April 2024. The proceedings, filed on August 26, 2025, had sought committal warrants against Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, S.C., […]
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BUSINESS

Guyana’s Banking Sector Expands Access with Innovation and Growth

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Guyana’s banking industry continues to evolve, pairing strong financial growth with new opportunities for entrepreneurs and small businesses. The sector has already demonstrated impressive resilience, with credit to the private sector jumping from about GYD $260 billion in 2020 to over GYD $410 billion by mid-2024, a nearly 60% increase. Demerara Bank Limited (DBL) has […]
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SPORTS

Indigenous athletes have skills to represent Guyana- President Ali

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…Sarwan to coach talent President Dr Irfaan Ali has pledged greater opportunities for indigenous athletes, saying they have the skills and potential to represent Guyana at the national level. Speaking at the Heritage Games on Saturday, the President said for too long indigenous youth were denied equal chances in sports. “I’ve asked Minister Charles Ramson, […]
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TRAGEDY

“It’s like a dream for everybody; everyone is in shock”—wife of Corentyne Motorcyclist who died in accident

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Relatives of 23-year-old Eric Kissoon, a construction worker and fisherman of Lot 200, Number 72 Village, Corentyne, Berbice, are mourning his sudden death following a motorcycle accident on Sunday. Reports indicate that around 3:55 p.m., Kissoon was riding motorcycle CN 7562 along the Number 68 Public Road at a high speed with two pillion riders […]
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Labour Ministry Secures Agreement Between BOSAI Workers and NAACIE

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The Ministry of Labour has successfully brokered an agreement between BOSAI workers in Linden and their union, NAACIE, bringing an end to last week’s strike and clearing the way for full resumption of operations. Conciliation talks chaired by Chief Labour Officer Dhaneshwar Deonarine began on Monday morning and wrapped up after several hours of negotiations. […]
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EDUCATION

Education Minister Moves to Tackle Teacher Absenteeism

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Education Minister Sonia Parag has sounded a sharp warning against what she described as alarming levels of teacher absenteeism across the country’s schools, stressing that students are being left behind and robbed of the education they deserve. The Minister said that since the reopening of the new school term, she has been making unannounced visits […]
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