Guyana’s agriculture, forestry and fishing sector contracted marginally in the first half of 2026, as excessive rainfall disrupted crop production.  

However, the Mid-Year Report shows growth in several major subsectors, including sugar, rice and livestock.

And with a drier second half of the year expected, government is also focusing on reducing production costs and strengthening climate resilience.

For Guyana’s farmers, weather has been a defining factor in production this ye

The Guyana Drug Information Network (GUYDIN) is calling on event promoters, entertainers, businesses and members of the public to reconsider the use of illegal drug-related terms and degrading labels in the promotion and branding of entertainment events.

In a statement issued through the Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit’s (CANU) Drug Information Network, GUYDIN said the words and labels used to promote events and activities can influence public attitudes and shape what society comes to regard as acceptable.

The Guyana Football Federation is moving to accelerate the professionalization of its Elite League, with the recruitment of a Director of Leagues and Competitions nearing completion.

Speaking during a recent GFF Elite League discussion, President, Wayne Forde said the Federation has been working with FIFA on plans to professionalize the competition.

"We’ve been working for the better part of a year and a half, and this is probably, maybe an announcement with FIFA, putting together

A forensic accounting audit has revealed a 20,243-vote disparity between the votes recorded for APNU+AFC on certified Statements of Poll (SOPs) from the 2020 General Elections and the figures contained in the March 5, 2020 declaration submitted to the court.

The evidence was given on Friday by prosecution witness Terrence Jaskaran, a certified forensic accounting auditor, during the elections fraud case.

Jaskaran told the court that APNU+AFC recorded 116,215 votes on the certified SOPs, compared with 

Minister of Local Government and Regional Development Priya Manickchand today turned the sod for the project, which will increase vending capacity in the community.

Approximately 54 vendors currently operate along the reserve and streets in the Zeelugt community.

That is expected to change with construction of the new market, which will accommodate more vendors in a more organized and secure environment

More than 20,000 NIS pensioners are now receiving their pensions directly into their bank accounts, avoiding the need to line up to collect their benefits.

As the National Insurance Scheme celebrates its 57th anniversary, the way pensioners and contributors access its services is changing.

Senior Minister with responsibility for Finance, Dr. Ashni Singh, highlighted the progress made and urged workers to check their contribution records before reaching pension age.