Govt to train 8,000 Guyanese in essential digital skills
The government will train 8,000 Guyanese this year under the Industry and Innovation Unit, which offers essential digital skills that...
“Everybody’s job is secure”- Min Edghill assures DHB staff
During a recent meeting with employees of the old Demerara Harbour Bridge (DHB), Minister of Public Works Bishop Juan Edghill...
All eyes on “lucky” 29
By Abena Rockcliffe
Much is going on in the public sphere. This author was tempted to share thoughts on various topics:...
Marriages & births in Guyana dropped sharply in 2025 to lowest rates in five...
Fewer people are having babies and getting married in Guyana, according to recently published data, even as the country’s population...
Driver in fatal bridge accident was not licensed to operate lorry
Police have confirmed that further investigations into the fatal multi-vehicle accident on the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge have revealed...
‘Finish projects or lose contracts’ – Min Edghill warns Region Six contractors
Minister of Public Works Bishop Juan Edghill has issued a stern warning to contractors with outstanding projects in Region Six,...
Two nursery schools commissioned in Region Six
Two new nursery schools – one at Mibikuri in Black Bush Polder and the other at Chesney Village along the...
Driver, owner of truck in BJDRB multi-vehicle smash up in police custody
Police are investigating an accident which occurred on Thursday January 29, 2026 about 09:45hrs on the southern carriageway of the...
Women-led households to benefit from Hyde Park Homestead Project
The Hyde Park (Yarrowkabra) Homestead Project was officially launched moments ago, drawing an overwhelming response from prospective homeowners.
The site was...
Preliminary findings point to mechanical failure, ministry dismisses overweight claims in BJDHB accident
Preliminary investigations into the multi-vehicle accident on the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge on Wednesday indicate that the incident was...













