Confronting Guyana’s alcohol culture

A new study published online on September 23 in “BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine” has confirmed what many have long suspected but resisted acknowledging: there is no safe level of alcohol consumption. Even light or moderate drinking, long believed to...

Tourism strengthens Guyana’s culture, economy and communities — Minister Rodrigues

GUYANA’S tourism sector continues to transform lives, strengthen culture, and safeguard the environment, according to Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodrigues, who underscored the vital role of the industry in shaping the...

Guyana pushes back on U.S. travel advisory as Tourism Minister leads talks to protect industry and investment

Guyana’s tourism drive has hit a stumbling block with a Level Three U.S. travel advisory urging American citizens to “reconsider travel” to the country, but Tourism, Industry and Commerce Minister Susan Rodrigues says the government is actively...

Guyana signs air services agreement with South Africa

GUYANA and South Africa, on Monday, signed an air services agreement to strengthen international co-operation between the two countries. This agreement, which was signed during the ongoing International Civil Aviation Organisation’s (ICAO) 42nd...

Guyana and South Africa sign air services agreement

Sep 30, 2025 News Kaieteur News – Guyana and South Africa on Monday signed an air services agreement to strengthen international air services between their countries. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Public Utilities and...

Caribbean tourism arrivals up 1.9% amidst softening demand from North America 

By Kenton X. Chance BRIDGETOWN, Barbados —Tourist arrivals to the Caribbean grew by 1.9% during the first half of 2025, despite softening demand from North America, data released by the Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO) on Wednesday show....

Guyana and South Africa ink Air Services Agreement

Guyana and South Africa have signed an Air Services Agreement, which seeks to strengthen international air services between the two countries. In a statement, the Guyana Civil Aviation Authority explained that the Agreement strengthens the...

Guyana signs Air Services Agreement with South Africa to facilitate air connectivity

Today, in Montreal, Canada, at the ICAO 42nd Assembly, Guyana and South Africa signed an Air Services Agreement to strengthen international air services between their countries. This Agreement strengthens the partnership and reaffirms the...

2025 election in Guyana: Changing voters dynamics, the decline of racialism

Dear Editor, THE recently concluded 2025 General and Regional Election in Guyana has marked a historic milestone in our country’s political evolution. The People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) unsurprisingly secured a decisive and expanded...

Kenyan and Guyanese nationals accused of diverting USAID-funded commodities for profit

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — A long-running federal investigation has led to charges against two foreign nationals accused of conspiring to divert U.S.-funded global health commodities from a Kenyan government agency, prosecutors announced Monday....

Capitalise on, pass down opportunities from Guyana’s rapid development

–President Ali tells private sector; emphasises the business community’s role in nation’s progress President, Dr Irfaan Ali underscored the importance of public–private sector partnership in the further development of Guyana during an engagement...

Guyana airport police officers arrested for extorting passenger

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has confirmed that several officers stationed at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) have been placed under close arrest after allegedly demanding money from a passenger before releasing her belongings. -...

“Your jobs are secured” – Pres. Ali says DHB staff to be offered new opportunities

President Dr Irfaan Ali today assured workers at the existing Demerara Harbour Bridge (DHB) that they have no reason to worry about their future, as the government transitions from the old floating bridge to the new state-of-the-art, cable-stayed...

Guyana tourism minister proposes US$200 hotel rate cap for locals and diaspora

Guyana’s newly appointed Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce Susan Rodrigues is calling on hotels to adopt a price cap of about US$200 per night for local residents and members of the Guyanese diaspora as part of a broader push to make...

Guyana pushing Air Service Development at global routes conference in Hong Kong

In line with President Dr Irfaan Ali’s vision for Guyana to become a major regional aviation hub, Chief Executive Officer of the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA), Ramesh Ghir, is currently spearheading Air Service Development efforts at...

‘Your jobs are secured’— President Ali tells Demerara Harbour Bridge staff

PRESIDENT Dr. Irfaan Ali, this morning, met with the employees of the old Demerara Harbour Bridge and assured them that they will not be displaced with the new bridge being commissioned tomorrow. “You are secured, you know this. Your jobs are...

Guyana and China bolster partnership in infrastructure, health

–PM Phillips calls for continued strength and growth of the dynamic relations GUYANA and China continue to strengthen their long-standing partnership, especially as the South American nation enters a new era of economic growth. With collaboration...

GuyExpo 2025 to showcase Guyana’s vast economic potential

-create space for micro and small businesses, networking, collaboration, Minister Rodrigues says THE Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, on Monday, officially launched GuyExpo 2025, under the theme, “Transformation Through Entrepreneurship...

Guyanese schools superintendent getting overwhelming public support despite arrest by ICE in Iowa

Despite Ian Andre Roberts, a Guyana national and superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools – the largest public school district in Iowa, United States– being arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for being in the country...

GuyExpo 2025 to showcase Guyana’s economic potential and forge business partnerships

GuyExpo 2025 is set to take place from November 13 to 16 at the National Exhibition Centre under the theme “Transformation through Entrepreneurship and Innovation.” It will bring together industry leaders and businesses, as they highlight their...