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    13th May, 2026

President Ali outlines major West Coast road plan to ease traffic congestion

President Dr. Irfaan Ali on Tuesday afternoon visited the Versailles to Tuschen secondary road alignment where he outlined a major infrastructure initiative aimed at significantly reducing traffic congestion along the West Coast Demerara corridor.

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Healthcare
    12th May, 2026

Government to develop electronic patient record at GPHC- Min Anthony

The Ministry of Health has begun digitalising patient records at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) as part of efforts to modernise Guyana’s public healthcare system.

Minister of Health Dr Frank A

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Healthcare
    12th May, 2026

Generic Ozempic coming soon to Guyana

A generic version of Ozempic, the increasingly popular diabetes medication now widely used for weight loss, could soon become available in Guyana. And as interest in the medication grows, Health Minister Dr. F

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Human Development
    12th May, 2026

Gov’t ministers engage more than 1,000 citizens

Monday's public day saw senior members of the government engaging more than 1,000 persons. Citizens continued to engage senior members of the government late into the afternoon, seeking solutions to various concerns. 

NCN News was

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Business and Economy
    12th May, 2026

Gov’t working to clear the housing backlog by the end of next year – Dr. Jagdeo

At Monday's public day event at the Arthur Chung Conference Center, housing was high on the agenda for many citizens.

This was disclosed by the Vice President, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo. He said the government is working to address the backlo

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News
    12th May, 2026

More than 200 pumps are in operation across the country – President Ali

Heavy rainfall over the past two days has placed drainage systems across Guyana under pressure, prompting a national flood response effort. But despite these efforts, some areas, especially in the capital, experienced flooding. 

Presiden

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News
    12th May, 2026

Former APNU MPs, current Councillors praise PPP leadership, signal support for Party

General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, on Tuesday (May 12, 2026), met with a group of former A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) Members of Parliament and current Regional Councillors at their request.

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Recent News


Brickdam Police HQ to be completed by year-end -Min. Walrond

Crime & Security
  13th May, 2026

The new US$28 million dollar Brickdam Police Headquarters is expected to be completed very soon. Minister of Home Affairs, Oneidge Walrond told NCN News that construction works on the building are steadily advancing. She provided details on the ongoing works as the project moves closer to completion. 

"We're 85 per cent completed. We are now going to install the fire suppression system and the electrical. And the project will be completed by December 2026, the end of this year,"

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Third tropical wave expected, bringing more rainfall

News
  13th May, 2026

The government is strengthening drainage capacity in the capital city and other vulnerable communities. The local Hydromet office is warning that a third tropical wave is expected to affect Guyana tomorrow, bringing heavier rainfall on Thursday and Friday.

As part of preparations, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha visited Riverview in Georgetown, where a second drainage pump has now been installed.

"The internal drain is clogged up. The c

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Standards key to investment and trade growth

Business and Economy
  14th May, 2026

As Guyana's economy continues to expand, officials say stronger standards and measurement systems will be critical to supporting investment, trade and industrial development. These issues were among the focus areas at the Guyana National Bureau of Standards Metrology Symposium held earlier today.

Guyana is strengthening its national quality assurance systems,  with government and regional officials underscoring the importance of internationally recognised standards in supporting inv

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Major transformation of cardiac care in Guyana

Healthcare
  14th May, 2026

Guyana's healthcare system has undergone remarkable evolution in recent years, especially in the field of cardiac care.

This progress was highlighted by leading cardiologist, Dr. Mahendra Carpen, who noted that Guyanese now have access to advanced cardiac services previously unavailable in the country.

In early 2012, Dr. Mahendra Carpen served as the only cardiologist in Guyana's public healthcare system.  And according to him, he was able to witness the country's medical tr

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Wales Gas-to-Energy project advancing rapidly 

Business and Economy
  14th May, 2026

The 300 MW Wales Gas to Energy project, Guyana’s largest infrastructure initiative to date, is advancing. Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d), the Honourable Mark Phillips expressed the view that in recent months the contractor has advance works.

He noted the company’s commitment to deliver first power in the national grid by the end of 2026. 

“The Wales Gas to Energy project represents a defining moment for Guyana and for the energy future of every citizen of this n

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President Ali says Guyana could become Caribbean Motorsport Capital

News
  14th May, 2026

Guyana has taken a major step toward becoming the Caribbean’s premier motorsport destination with the official launch of the first-ever GT Challenge Las Américas Guyana Grand Prix.

President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali said the event will deliver significant economic benefits while placing the country firmly on the international sporting map.

Set for July 11 and 12 at the upgraded South Dakota Circuit, the event will mark the first time the prestigious GT Challenge Las Am

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