Miss World Guyana 2026 Kelcia Nelson is already making a meaningful impact at home through her Beauty with a Purpose project, 'Her First Lesson'.

The initiative is designed to equip girls between the ages of 13 and 19 with the tools to recognize their worth, find their voices, and understand their value. 

Through conversations in schools and communities, the programme addresses issues such as unhealthy relationships, violence, exploitation, and economic vulnerability. And it was

President Dr. Irfaan Ali has issued a strong warning that public health officials will be held accountable as the government intensifies efforts to deliver a world-class healthcare system across Guyana.

Speaking at a meeting with senior leaders of the public health sector, the President stressed that hospitals and health centres must maintain more than 90 percent availability of essential medicines and medical supplies throughout the year.

He announced that a new national invento

Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony said access to mammography services has expanded beyond Georgetown with plans to make breast cancer screening available in every region.

The minister is urging greater public awareness and early screening, noting that breast cancer remains the leading cancer affecting women in Guyana. He highlighted advances at GPHC, including local breast cancer testing and telepathology services that reduces the need to send sampl

Guyana is set to become a regional center for agricultural innovation following the launch of the Caribbean Sustainable Agriculture Science, Technology and Innovation Hub. The initiative was officially launched today when Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha signed a letter of intent with Brazil and the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA).

The hub is expected to facilitate joint research, strengthen scientific capacity a

Guyana's rapid growth is creating opportunities beyond oil with investments in infrastructure, tourism, manufacturing and education, driving jobs and business expansion. Speaking with the Guyana Suriname Trade Mission, Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh said these developments are strengthening regional partnerships and opening new avenues for growth.

The minister says Guyana is experiencing an unprecedented period of eco

With $102.7 billion already set aside for decommissioning costs, ExxonMobil Guyana says discussions with the government on establishing a shared decommissioning fund are progressing positively.

Decommissioning costs are covered by the $102.7 billion in asset retirement obligations within ExxonMobil Guyana Limited EMGL's financial statements for 2025.

Up to last year, talks were ongoing with the government and EMGL on transferrin