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    1st Sep, 2026

Hydromet warns of below-normal rainfall 

The Hydromet Office in Guyana is warning that the El Niño conditions are expected to persist through the remainder of 2026 and potentially into 2027, with reduced rainfall and rising temperatures.

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Crime & Security
    1st Sep, 2026

Foreign national killed, two injured

A construction worker was this morning killed after being electrocuted while at a worksite here at Caneview Avenue, two other workers were injured in the process. NCN News spoke with the owner of thi

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Business and Economy
    1st Sep, 2026

GPL boosts capacity and transmission network amid rising demand

The country currently has enough generation capacity to meet peak electricity demand, but limitations across the transmission network continue to create challenges, as power consumption rises amid the ongoing heat wave.

Minister of Pub

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Amerindian Development
    1st Sep, 2026

Amerindian Heritage Month 2026 kicks off with interfaith prayer service

Amerindian Heritage Month is a time to celebrate Guyana’s Indigenous heritage and promote greater appreciation for Amerindian culture and traditions.

Throughout the month, Guyanese will have opportunities to experience traditional

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Education
    1st Sep, 2026

Education Ministry moves to finalise anti-bullying policy for schools 

The Ministry of Education has wrapped up its National Anti-Bullying and Anti-Violence Nationwide Consultation and is now working with multiple agencies to finalize a comprehensive policy for schools across the country.

Education Minist

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Business and Economy
    1st Sep, 2026

Finance Minister oversees signing of first loan agreement between IDB Lab and Guyanese private sector company

--as Government-IDB partnership for development deepens; Pas Cargo secures project financing

As Guyana’s economy continues to grow, supported by government’s efforts on fostering the environment for private sector expansion, more private sector entities hav

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Business and Economy
    1st Sep, 2026

New US$35M Wismar-Mackenzie Bridge set to open by October 5

Commuters in Region Ten or travellers heading into the hinterland will benefit from safer, more accessible and toll-free travel when the new US$35 Wismar-Mackenzie Bridge is officially opened.

Similar to the opening of the Bharrat Jagdeo River bridge, Minis

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Recent News


‘This is when we need community the most’ – Browne-Shadeek urges unity as Guyana mourns MV Barima victims

Amerindian Development
  2nd Sep, 2026

Minister of Amerindian Affairs Sarah Browne-Shadeek has called for unity, reflection and community support as Guyana continues to mourn those who lost their lives in the MV Barima tragedy.



Speaking at the launch of this year’s Amerindian Heritage Month celebrations, which focus on Guyana’s development and Indigenous affairs, Browne-Shadeek said the observances take on added significance during times of national grief, stressing that the country could not mark the occasion without acknowledging the lives lost

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Mohameds’ extradition hearing set to resume Thursday

Crime & Security
  1st Sep, 2026

The extradition proceedings involving the Mohameds are set to resume before the Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, with the Attorney General saying there is now “no ambiguity” over the way forward following the latest rulings by the Court of Appeal and the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ).

The Attorney General said the CCJ’s decision has effectively cleared the way for the Magistrates’ Court to continue the committal proceedings, while maintaining the restriction that the magistrate cannot make a final deci

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COI begins work on MV Barima tragedy

Legal Affairs
  2nd Sep, 2026

-public hearings to start soon

-by Kimberly Giddings

The Commission of Inquiry appointed to investigate the circumstances surrounding the MV Barima tragedy commenced preparatory work, with public hearings expected to begin shortly.



Speaking on his Issues in the News programme, Attorney General, Anil Nandlall said there is significant legal work to be done, including the replacement of legal documents, administering the estates of those who died, and ensuring the legal interests of their beneficiaries

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$41.7B in hinterland communities investment as Ali calls for better connectivity

Amerindian Development
  2nd Sep, 2026

Government has invested more than $41.7 billion in Amerindian villages and communities over the past five years, supporting infrastructure, agriculture, energy and community development.

President Irfaan Ali made the disclosure when he addressed at the opening of the Amerindian heritage cultural extravaganza.

“Over the last five years, we've invested more than $41.7 billion in your villages and your communities. In the Amerindian Development Fund, we've invested $21.7 billion. T

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MV Barima COI moves closer to public hearings

News
  2nd Sep, 2026

The Commission of Inquiry, appointed to investigate the circumstances surrounding the capsizing of the M/V “BARIMA”, the resulting tragic loss of lives and injuries to passengers, provides this update to the survivors, families and loved ones of the victims, those with particular interests and members of the public on the progress of its work.

Following their appointment on 30th July 2026, the Commissioners immediately commenced preparatory work, necessary to progress the work on the very broad mandate g

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MV Barima COI calls for witnesses, information to aid investigation

News
  2nd Sep, 2026

The President of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana, acting pursuant to Section 2 of the Commissions of Inquiry Act, Chapter 19:03, has established a Commission appointing and authorising a Chairman and four other Commissioners to inquire into the marine casualty involving the M/V “BARIMA” on the night of the 18th July, 2026.

The Objectives of the Commission of Inquiry are as follows:

1. The Commission shall conduct a thorough, independent, impartial and comprehensive public inquiry into all circumst

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