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Legal Affairs
    7th May, 2026

Oral Hearings on the Merits of the Case Concerning the Arbitral Award of 3 October 1899 (Guyana v/s Venezuela)

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, concluded the second day of oral hearings in the case concerning the Arbitral Award of 3 October 1899 (Guyana v. Venezuela), which is being held at the Peace Palace, in The Hague.

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Business and Economy
    7th May, 2026

President Ali outlines push to position Guyana as centre for creative industries

Guyana is targeting major expansion in the creative economy and digital services sector as part of efforts to diversify its rapidly growing economy and position itself as a regional hub for innovation and entertainment.

Speaking to investors at the US-Guyan

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Education
    6th May, 2026

Sophia Primary School gets new wing

A new wing has been added to the Sophia Primary School, addressing overcrowding and bringing comfort and convenience to both teachers and pupils. The investment was welcomed with one pupil expressing herself through a beautiful poem. 

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Energy
    6th May, 2026

US Commercial Service hails Guyana as model for responsible energy development

Deputy Assistant Secretary of the United States Commercial Service, Bradley McKinney has described Guyana as a model for responsible energy development, praising the country’s approach to transparency, long-term planning and collaboration with international in

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Legal Affairs
    6th May, 2026

Venezuela continues to reject ICJ authority

Venezuela has once again declared that it does not recognise the jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice, as hearings continue today.

The position, repeated before the court today, underscores V

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Business and Economy
    6th May, 2026

Guyana eyes leadership in AI, digital infrastructure 

President Dr. Irfaan Ali says Guyana is preparing to leverage its growing energy resources to become a competitive player in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital innovation across the Western Hemisphere.

While delivering remarks at a recent internationa

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Business and Economy
    5th May, 2026

Guyana’s global influence grows through economic reform – Min. Singh

Guyana's global standing continues to grow with increased influence in regional and international decision-making. Minister of Finance Dr. Ashni Singh says the information is the result of decades of disciplined policy and strategic l

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Recent News


Guyana and Zambia strengthen media cooperation ties

Human Development
  7th May, 2026

In a strategic move to strengthen responsible reporting and develop the global media landscape, Guyana and Zambia are deepening bilateral ties to enhance media and economic cooperation. 

During the 2026 World Press Freedom Day conference, Public Affairs Minister Kwame McCoy met with Zambia's Minister of Information and Media, Cornelius Mweetwa.

The ministers reaffirmed their commitment to bilateral cooperation with a focus on cross-border learning and strategic partnerships aimed

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Gov’t ramps up preparatory works to accelerate housing drive – Min. Croal

Housing
  7th May, 2026

Minister of Housing Collin Croal says while Guyana's ambitious housing expansion program may appear to be moving slowly, major preparatory works are actively underway behind the scenes to support large-scale development across the country.

He explained that the government is currently focused on critical infrastructure works, including roads, utilities, and land preparation, which are necessary before large-scale housing construction can accelerate.

"It may seem to be off a slow start, so I've heard

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National Drama Company presents 1823 Revolt on May 16

Entertainment
  8th May, 2026

The atmosphere at the 1823 monument will come alive in a few days as the cast of the 1823 revolt reenactment prepares to transport audiences back to one of the most defining moments in Guyana's history. 

As Guyana celebrates its 60th anniversary, the National Drama Company is preparing a dramatic retelling of the 1823 Demerara Revolt led by national hero Jack Gladstone. 

The production is expected to showcase the courage, resistance and sacrifices of enslaved Africans who fought f

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Energy efficiency is a national priority – PM

Energy
  8th May, 2026

As Guyana continues to expand its energy production capacity and pursue major infrastructure development, Prime Minister Mark Phillips says energy efficiency must now be treated as a national priority and a key pillar of the country's long-term development strategy.

PM Phillips says Guyana's long-term energy security will depend not only on expanding generation capacity but also improving energy efficiency across the country. Addressing an energy efficiency and conservation seminar,

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PM lauds “strong, essential” partnership between Guyana and the European Union

Business and Economy
  8th May, 2026

Prime Minister Mark Phillips says Guyana's partnership with the European Union is central to advancing cooperation in climate action, trade, health, governance, renewable energy and digital infrastructure.

He made these remarks at the Europe Day reception hosted last evening at Herdmanston Lodge, Georgetown.

"The partnership between Guyana and the European Union is strong because it is essential.Together, we can shape a future that delivers opportunity, stability and prosperi

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New batch of registered nurses expected at New Amsterdam hospital

Healthcare
  7th May, 2026

As Nurses Week begins, the matron of the New Amsterdam Hospital, Adonis McAndrew, is commending the government's efforts to improve and streamline the training of nurses. With nurses now being trained through a hybrid learning approach, she says more registered nurses will be added to the system soon. 

Nursing staff at the New Amsterdam Hospital has increased from approximately 200 to 418, a development credited to the Ministry of Health's hybrid

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