Blairmont cane cutters protest over pay, working conditions
More than 200 cane cutters at Blairmont Estate have been on strike for eight days, taking to the streets to protest concerns over their pay, deductions and working conditions.
Monday, September 21, 2026
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Family gathers to remember toddler still missing after ferry disaster
Family and loved ones of little Vince Wong gathered on Friday at the tarmac of the Parika Salem Primary School for a prayer service in his memory, as the family continues to grapple with his loss more than two months after the MV Barima disaster.
Gov’t transfers 371 acres of Corentyne land to CH&PA
The government has transferred just over 371 acres of state land on the Corentyne to the Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA), but has not disclosed the development planned for the property.
Traffic Chief blames Marian parents for congestion, says road markings to come
Parents dropping off and collecting children at Marian Academy are contributing significantly to the traffic congestion and dangerous conditions outside the Carifesta Avenue school, Traffic Chief Mahendra Singh has said, while promising to engage the Ministry of Public Works on road markings in the area.
Family alleges father tasered, son beaten during Soesdyke-Linden arrest
A 51-year-old man was allegedly tasered and his 20-year-old son punched and kicked during a police intervention in the Soesdyke-Linden area on Saturday, September 19, 2026, according to the family.
NRF board, investment committee reappointed
The government has reappointed the Board of Directors of the Natural Resource Fund (NRF) for another two years and the fund’s Investment Committee for four years, according to notices published in the Official Gazette.
Reduce the Personal Income Tax
Dear Editor, The cost of living has risen in Guyana. So has the minimum wage. Raising the minimum wage has pushed up the cost of living in Guyana as businesses needed to increase prices to pay for increases in wages.
Hosororo Secondary to offer TVET training aligned with community needs
Students leaving the $2.6 billion Hosororo Secondary School in Region One are expected to be equipped with at least one technical skill, as the Ministry of Education moves to expand Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) at the new institution.
Make it easier to pass on property after death
Dear Editor, A poor man wants to leave his property to someone after his death. Perhaps, a child or other family members.
Guyana’s table tennis players ready for South American Games challenge
Guyana’s national table tennis players will begin their campaigns at the 2026 South American Games in Rosario, Argentina, this morning.
My efforts to restore public accountability in Guyana (Part I)
From Manager (Finance) to Deputy Auditor General My story begins with my appointment as Deputy Auditor General in December 1987. In
Utility poles in the path of traffic
As government officials essay explanations for why things go wrong, the views of the people are critically important in holding them to account and providing their own wisdom and insights.