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GtE Project to use gas from Hammerhead Project

– pipeline to be filled with over 120 million cubic feet per day Approximately 120 million cubic feet per day (mcf/d) of natural gas will be piped from offshore operations in the Stabroek Block to the site of the Gas-to-Energy (GtE) Project at Wales, West Bank Demerara, following plans now to utilise the rich gas from the Hammerhead Project –...

Fatal shooting of Guyanese-heritage teen in Queens: Teen’s donated organs save 4 lives

The tragic shooting death of 13-year-old Sanjay Samuel in Queens, New York, has brought new life to four people after his family agreed to donate his organs, according to a report by Daily News, New York. Sanjay Samuel was shot on September 22 while on his way to school. Despite doctors’ efforts, he succumbed to his injuries at Cohen...

Govt implements full use of body cameras for ranks at ports of entry

...as Police Officers under investigation for alleged extortion at CJIA The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has launched a full investigation into allegations that police ranks stationed at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) demanded money from a passenger in order to release her lawful items. According to a statement issued by the GPF, CCTV footage and other evidence support the claim,...

Tourism Ministry hosts tree planting exercise on World Tourism Day 2025

The Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce on Saturday held a tree planting exercise at the new Hampton Court Play Park, Pomeroon-Supenaam. It was part of efforts in the ongoing beautification of the Anna Regina township as well as promoting tourism and environmental stewardship. The Ministry, on its social media page, extended its appreciation to Anna Regina Mayor and Town...

Charity small businesses gain insight from Community Business Clinic initiative

Thirty-three small business owners in Charity, Region Two, have benefited from capacity-building training under the Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce’s Community Business Clinic initiative. The programme is designed to empower entrepreneurs in local communities and villages by providing tailored advice, mentorship, and resources to strengthen their skills and promote sustainable business growth. Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan...

BIT BV Centre exhibition showcases trainee skills, creativity

Guided by the inspiring theme, “Every expert was once a beginner. Embrace the journey,” the Board of Industrial Training (BIT) Beterverwagting (BV) Centre held its Final Exhibition last Wednesday, on the tarmac of the Beterverwagting Practical Instructional Centre. The exhibition featured a wide array of trainee projects from various programmes offered at the centre, including Furniture Making, Electrical Installation,...

New Demerara River Bridge clears load tests, exceeds performance standards

– as Cacique Crown to be mounted on twin towers today The highly anticipated new Demerara River Bridge has been declared “safe and ready” for public use after clearing a series of load testing exercises, which showed that the structural integrity of the fixed-high span, cable-stayed bridge exceeded required specifications. Load testing commenced on September 15 on the western approach of...

Guyana’s 1st school for hearing-impaired children “must be model of excellence” – Education Minister

Minister of Education Sonia Parag has declared that Guyana’s first dedicated school for the deaf, now under construction at Cummings Lodge on the East Coast of Demerara, must serve as a “model of excellence” for inclusive education nationwide. During a recent site visit, the Minister underscored that the project’s timely and quality completion is a matter of national priority. She...

Guyana – China relations highlighted at China anniversary observance

– tangible impact of relationship evident in several sectors – PM Phillips – traditional friendship between China and Guyana continues to strengthen – Chinese Amb Yang China continues to play a pivotal role in Guyana’s development, and according to Prime Minister (PM) Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips, the tangible impact of this strong bilateral cooperation is evident across several key economic sectors in...

Brothers-in-law arrested in murder of Rupununi farmer

Police are investigating the alleged murder of Assis Joel, a 27-year-old farmer of Maruranau Village, South Rupununi, which occurred at about 16:00h Friday, at Maruranau Village, Region Nine. Police have arrested the two suspects – Hebrew Simon, a 20-year-old farmer, and his brother Eloyde Simon, a 32-year-old farmer, both also of Maruranau Village, South Rupununi. Investigations revealed that the victim resided...