Global aviation safety forum opens in Georgetown
Guyana is this week hosting a conference bringing together aviation regulators, accident investigators, industry representatives and other experts from around the world.
MV Barima inquiry to commence in first week of October
The Commission of Inquiry (COI) into the MV Barima disaster is expected to commence in the first week of October, with Kiskadee Watch being told that its secretariat has been operational since August 3.
President calls for uniform airport security procedures in region
President Irfaan Ali yesterday called for greater uniformity in aviation safety standards across the Caribbean region, noting that passengers should not encounter different security and safety procedures when travelling between airports.
Family says Friendship killing followed dispute between aunt, nephew
A dispute in which a woman allegedly slapped her nephew and he reciprocated last month was followed by threats against him and culminated in his fatal chopping at Friendship, Corentyne, on Monday night, according to the young man’s family.
Mighty Sparrow’s life was truly a celebration of what it meant to be Caribbean
Dear Editor, While at Columbia University in New York, my Vice President for the Caribbean Students Association (CSA) and my Leadership Team had put together a Sparrow concert for the entire university to enjoy.
Bartica man dies after car overturns on Puruni Trail
A 21-year-old Bartica man died and an 18-year-old gold miner was injured when a car overturned on the Puruni Trail in Region Seven on Monday evening, police said.
John, Cutting and 2025 silver medallist Newton lead Guyana squad for Caribbean Championships
National champions Briton John and Ajani Cutting, along with returning Caribbean silver medallist Aaron Newton, will lead Guyana’s challenge at the 2026 Caribbean Elite and Under-23 Road Cycling Championships in the Dominican Republic.
GPL presses contractors again on deadlines
-amid continuing power outages The Guyana Power and Light Inc (GPL) has again met contractors working on major electricity projects and stressed the need for them to meet agreed deadlines, against the backdrop of repeated outages and growing public dissatisfaction.
Regional talent shines as End Game 2026 strengthens Guyana’s beach volleyball push
The End Game Beach Volleyball Tournament 2026 brought together some of Guyana’s developing players and regional talent over two competitive days, with Guyana taking the men’s crown and Suriname emerging on top in the women’s division.
Guyana seeking partner for aviation hub at CJIA Terminal 2 – President
President Irfaan Ali said yesterday that Guyana is seeking a major international aviation player to establish its hub at Terminal 2 of the CJIA, as the country seeks to position itself as a regional and global aviation centre.
Home truths about the Guyana, US relationship
Dear Editor, President Ali did a workmanlike job at the UN. Advocacy of the candidacy of Guyana’s own daughter, Excellency Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett for UN Secretary General.
Cops in drug bust at High Wine Crack
Police have arrested a businessman following the discovery of suspected cannabis and cocaine at Port Kaituma, while an 18-year-old is in custody after a pistol and ammunition were found in Georgetown.
Former T&HD worker celebrates 101st birthday
John Francis Duesbury, a former Transport and Harbours Department (T&HD) employee, recently marked his 101st birthday.
A victory for civil society
On September 28, Justice Nicola Pierre ordered the Commissioner of Information Charles Ramson Snr. to process and determine within 60 days three requests for information by commentator Christopher Ram.
Costa Rica’s Grynspan narrowly ahead in race to be next UN chief, sources say
UNITED NATIONS, (Reuters) – An informal poll by the United Nations Security Council on Tuesday placed former Costa Rican Vice President Rebeca Grynspan as the frontrunner in the race to become the 10th UN secretary-general, sources close to the process said.
UN renews Haiti force mandate for six months after fresh gang killings
(Reuters) – The United Nations Security Council today extended by six months the mandate of an international security force in Haiti intended to fight powerful armed groups that have taken control of much of the country.
I advocate for a gov’t of technocrats with a proven track record
Dear Editor, The phrase “The fastest growing economy in the world,” has become trite, frowned upon by and meaningless to, the average Guyanese.
Sleepless nights over MV Barima
Dear Editor, I have listened with disbelief to our great, great head of state crying or was it mewling, about the Barima tragedy.
UK PM Burnham wants to scrap first past the post electoral system
LIVERPOOL, England, (Reuters) – Prime Minister Andy Burnham said today the Labour Party will contest the next election with a manifesto commitment to change the electoral system, after he announced he was establishing a national commission to look at reform.
Haiti gang retaliation leaves at least 11 dead after security operation
PORT-AU-PRINCE, (Reuters) – At least 11 people were killed yesterday in Haiti’s central Artibonite region by gang members after a deadly security operation, the local mayor said.
