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Gov’t strategically intervenes in foreign currency to prevent Dutch disease – Dr Jagdeo

-BoG injects US$35M into banking sector to stabilise market Vice President and General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo says the government is aware of concerns about foreign currency shortages but is intervening strategically to balance supply and demand. Dr Jagdeo addressed the management of the foreign currency market during a […]

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Transformative years ahead for Guyana under Ali’s leadership – US Secretary of State

Over the next five to ten years, Guyana is set for a significant transformation in its economy and the quality of life for its people under the leadership of President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali. These were the sentiments expressed by United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio during his official state visit to Guyana on […]

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Guyana grateful for U.S. unwavering support in border controversy – Dr Jagdeo

Vice President and General Secretary of the ruling People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo says Guyana is extremely grateful for the United States (U.S.) government’s unwavering support in the century-old border controversy with Venezuela.  Dr Jagdeo’s remarks came against the backdrop of U.S Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit to Guyana on Thursday, where […]

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Guyana, US ink MoU to deepen security cooperation, address regional challenges

Guyana and the United States of America on Thursday inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to deepen security cooperation and address regional challenges. The document was signed by Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Hugh Todd and visiting US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the State House in Guyana’s capital, Georgetown. The pact […]

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Threatening Guyana is a big mistake – US Secretary of State Rubio

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday declared that any threats made against Guyana’s sovereignty and territorial integrity would be a “big mistake.” Rubio made these remarks during a press briefing at the State House in Georgetown on Thursday during an official visit. “It would be a very bad day for Venezuela…if they […]

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Origins Fashion Festival launched to boost Guyana’s apparel industry

The local fashion industry will receive a major boost with the launch of the Guyana Origins Fashion Festival. The highly anticipated event is a visionary initiative spearheaded by His Excellency Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali. It will be held from May 2 to 4. It aims to give local designers, models and artists within the fashion […]

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Guyana Learning Channel Concludes Whiz Kids 2025 and Inaugural Whiz Kids: Teachers Edition with Spectacular Finale; Skyler Gurchurn and Colis Dublin Crowned Champions

After sixteen thrilling episodes featuring fierce competition among 27 students and nine teachers, the Guyana Learning Channel proudly concluded Whiz Kids 2025 and the inaugural Whiz Kids: Teachers Edition. Skyler Gurchurn emerged as the Whiz Kids 2025 champion, while Colis Dublin claimed the title in the Teachers Edition. The final episodes were held at the […]

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Loo Creek residents overjoyed after receiving over 60 solar panels to boost electricity access

For years, Rosemarie Henry struggled to charge her phone. She had to walk a distance to a shop in her village, paying $100 an hour while relying on a cane for support. Now, she can do it from the comfort of her home. “ I feel glad right now about this,” Henry said, reflecting on […]

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New four-lane highway for Essequibo Coast- President Ali announces

The Essequibo Coast main thoroughfare will be upgraded to a four-lane highway as part of the government’s ongoing infrastructure development in Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam). President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali made the announcement on Wednesday while commissioning the new $447 million Deeds and Commercial Registries Authority building. He said the highway’s design will be finalised before […]

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Guyana Hosts First IDRL Tabletop Exercise to Strengthen Disaster Response

On March 25, 2025, The Civil Defence Commission launched the first International Disaster Response Law (IDRL) tabletop exercise, a significant initiative aimed at enhancing disaster preparedness and response in the Caribbean. The three-day exercise, taking place in Georgetown, is being conducted by the Civil Defence Commission (CDC) in collaboration with the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management […]

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