El Dorado Offshore, Noble Corp. and MATPAL award scholarships to six Cadet Officers
In a significant development for Guyana's maritime sector, El Dorado Offshore (EDO), Noble Corporation, and MATPAL announced a new scholarship programme that will propel...
Arbitration still looms over Chevron’s acquisition of Hess despite shareholders’ approval of US$53B sale
Shareholders of Hess Corporation voted on Tuesday to approve a US$53 billion sale to Chevron Corporation. Despite this step, the ongoing arbitration case between...
Agri. Minister urges local authorities to improve drainage maintenance amid Region 10 flooding
Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, has issued a stern appeal to local authorities following significant flooding in Region 10, attributed to heavy rainfall and...
AfriCaribbean & Investment Forum to feature Pres. Ali, Viola Davis, Serena Williams, other notable...
The Bahamas is gearing up to host the Afreximbank Annual Meetings (AAM) and the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum (ACTIF) from June 12 to...
WPA Member was arrested for “inciting” murder of president, govt. officials – police
Police say that Working People's Alliance (WPA) Member, Kadackie Amsterdam was arrested today for inciting person(s) to commit murder against the Head of State,...
Guyana’s amended Sexual Offenses Act (2024) open for public consultation, features key changes
The Government of Guyana has released an amended Sexual Offenses Act (2024) for public consultation. The Bill aims to update and strengthen the 2010...
Guyana’s timber gets int’l endorsement for being legally sourced and sustainably managed
Timber and timber products certified under the Guyana National Forest Certification System (GNFCS) will now carry highly revered Programme for the Endorsement of Forest...
Guyana celebrates 58th Independence Day: A look at the role of indigenous peoples in...
By: Sueann Wickham
As Guyana marks its 58th Independence Day on May 26, 2024, citizens reflect not only on its journey since gaining freedom from...
Agri. Minister optimistic about Panama rice deal payment soon
In a recent interview with the Guyana Standard, Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha provided an update on the long-awaited $1 billion payment from Panama...
No charge for Dharamlall; witnesses contradicted alleged victim’s story
Former Local Government Minister, Nigel Dharamlall will not be charged for second sexual assault allegation.
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On the 23rd...
