18 h. ago FGM says single seat is chance to serve with greater focus, purpose

Forward Guyana Movement (FGM), a political newcomer led by Amanza Walton-Desir, which officially launched on July 1, 2025, secured a single parliamentary seat in the recent general election. The article FGM says single seat is chance to serve with greater focus, purpose appeared first on Stabroek News.

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20 h. ago CDB and RevUP Caribbean power next wave of Caribbean entrepreneurs with incubation programme

Kaieteur News – The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB, the Bank) and RevUP Caribbean Limited have launched Phase II of the RevUP Caribbean Incubation Programme, a two-year initiative aimed at creating jobs, scaling startups, and strengthening innovation across the region. Building on the success of Phase I, this next chapter will support at least 60 early-stage […] The post CDB and RevUP Caribbean power next wave of Caribbean entrepreneurs with incubation programme appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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20 h. ago PAHO launches award to recognise Caribbean leadership in the fight against superbugs

Bridgetown, Barbados, 5 September 2025 (PAHO/WHO) — The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has launched the Suzan McLennon-Miguel Caribbean Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Leadership Award, a new regional honor recognizing exceptional leadership in the fight against antimicrobial resistance—a growing global health threat often referred to as the “silent pandemic.” The award celebrates the legacy of Dr. […] The post PAHO launches award to recognise Caribbean leadership in the fight against superbugs appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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30 h. ago Russia hits Ukraine with biggest air attack of war, sets government building ablaze

KYIV, (Reuters) – Russia launched its largest air attack of the war on Ukraine overnight, setting the main government building on fire in central Kyiv and killing at least four people, including an infant, Ukrainian officials said today. The article Russia hits Ukraine with biggest air attack of war, sets government building ablaze appeared first on Stabroek News.

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42 h. ago Bird guide accreditation programme launched to boost avitourism

The South Rupununi Conservation Society (SRCS), in partnership with the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA), has launched a Bird Guide Accreditation Programme, said to be the first of its kind in Guyana. The article Bird guide accreditation programme launched to boost avitourism appeared first on Stabroek News.

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3 d. ago Coach Gonzalez says Guyana aims to reach Rugby Americas North Sevens final

Guyana’s senior rugby sevens assistant coach, Ryan Gonzalez, has set his sights on guiding the national team to the finals of this year’s Rugby Americas North (RAN) Sevens Championship. The article Coach Gonzalez says Guyana aims to reach Rugby Americas North Sevens final appeared first on Stabroek News.

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3 d. ago Excitement builds as Petra Organisation prepares for 12th edition of Pee Wee U

Kaieteur Sports – With the new school term just around the corner, anticipation is mounting as the Petra Organisation gears up to launch one of the most eagerly awaited youth sporting events on the local calendar, the 12th Annual Pee Wee Under-11 Boys Football Championship. Tentatively set to kick off on September 20, this year’s […] The post Excitement builds as Petra Organisation prepares for 12th edition of Pee Wee U-11 appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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4 d. ago Guyana leg of CPL unlikely to face political disruption – source

The Guyana Amazon Warriors leg in the 2025 edition of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), which encompasses the elimination round and final, will continue as programmed despite possible concerns of political unrest following the staging of the National and Regional Elections. The article Guyana leg of CPL unlikely to face political disruption – source appeared first on Stabroek News.

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5 d. ago Over a billion people living with mental health conditions – WHO

…says services require urgent scale up Kaieteur News – More than 1 billion people are living with mental health disorders, according to new data released by the World Health Organization (WHO), with conditions such as anxiety and depression inflicting immense human and economic tolls. While many countries have bolstered their mental health policies and programmes, […] The post Over a billion people living with mental health conditions – WHO appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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5 d. ago Towards a Civic education programme for national transformation

Dear Editor, The PPP/C government has made massive strides in initiating the physical transformation of Guyana. In its next term, it faces a tougher task: transforming people’s values, attitudes and behaviours in relation to themselves and their social and physical environment. As is clear from its manifesto, the PPP/C recognizes the need for a civic […] The post Towards a Civic education programme for national transformation appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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6 d. ago Model a futuristic healthcare sector that satisfies both international standards and 21st century innovations

Dear Editor, Over the years, George Washington’s “Let us raise a standard that only the wise and honest can repair, for the hand of God is watching us” has not just been a historical lesson but a moral compass that guides the moral fabric of my being. The article Model a futuristic healthcare sector that satisfies both international standards and 21st century innovations appeared first on Stabroek News.

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7 d. ago Jumbo Jet launches Jockey Academy in tribute to fallen rider

Horse racing in Guyana is set for a historic transformation with the announcement of the country’s first-ever Jockey Academy, to be based at the Bush Lot United Turf Club. The article Jumbo Jet launches Jockey Academy in tribute to fallen rider appeared first on Stabroek News.

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8 d. ago Painting Pastel – A space where 3D Art meets community spirit for a sip

Kaieteur News – When self-taught artist Mariah Lawrence first launched Painting Pastel, it was more than a sip-and-paint event, it was a personal challenge for her to help people overcome self-doubt and foster creativity. What began as a way to overcome self-doubt within the community has now blossomed into a space for celebration of creativity, […] The post Painting Pastel – A space where 3D Art meets community spirit for a sip-and-paint appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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8 d. ago PSC expresses confidence in GECOM to conduct free and fair elections

Kaieteur News – The Private Sector Commission (PSC) on Saturday expressed confidence in the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) to host free and fair elections. In a statement to the media, the PSC said that as an accredited observer, “We reiterate our confidence in the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) and its ability to conduct these elections […] The post PSC expresses confidence in GECOM to conduct free and fair elections appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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8 d. ago NATIONAL STANDARD GUARANTEES QUALITY IN SALTED FISH PRODUCTION

GNBS IN FOCUS Kaieteur News – Who doesn’t love a hearty plate of salted fish and bakes, or a steaming bowl of metemgee with salted fish? From breakfast tables to family gatherings, salted fish is a beloved dish woven into Guyana’s culinary traditions. To guide its production and ensure quality in every bite, the Guyana […] The post NATIONAL STANDARD GUARANTEES QUALITY IN SALTED FISH PRODUCTION appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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8 d. ago Merundoi establishes Masquerade Association under UNESCO supported project

Kaieteur News – Merundoi Incorporated has announced the establishment of the Masquerade Association (Guyana) Inc. According to a press release issued by Merundoi, the newly incorporated Association is a main outcome of the Merundoi Project Masquerade Lives on, produced under the 2024 UNESCO participation programme which aimed at revitalising Guyana’s Masquerade as a cultural tradition, […] The post Merundoi establishes Masquerade Association under UNESCO supported project appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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9 d. ago Jagdeo defends PPP use of data allegedly from cash grant process, census

People’s Progressive Party (PPP) General Secretary Bharrat Jagdeo has defended the party’s use of what appears to be private citizens’ data from the government’s cash grant programme and census. The article Jagdeo defends PPP use of data allegedly from cash grant process, census appeared first on Stabroek News.

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1 week ago Masquerade to make comeback with establishment of association

Masquerade is set to make a comeback here with the establishment of an association aimed at revitalising the art form. The newly incorporated Masquerade Association is a main outcome of the Merundoi Project Masquerade Lives On, produced under the 2024 UNESCO Participation Programme which aimed at revitalising Guyana’s Masquerade as a cultural tradition, furthering innovations, and opening a space for the distinct national multi-ethnic expression in Guyana’s expanding tourism, leisure, recreation and entertainment industries, a Merundoi Incorporated release announced. The article Masquerade to make comeback with establishment of association appeared first on Stabroek News.

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1 week ago ALP unveils ‘Blueprint for Prosperity’ with focus on women, youth and equality

-plans Ministry of Happiness The Assembly for Liberty and Prosperity (ALP) yesterday  morning launched its manifesto, styled as the “Blueprint for Prosperity,” just five days before Guyanese go to the polls. The article ALP unveils ‘Blueprint for Prosperity’ with focus on women, youth and equality appeared first on Stabroek News.

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1 week ago Suriname’s Staatsolie to launch offer for offshore oil areas in November

PARAMARIBO,  (Reuters) – Suriname state oil firm Staatsolie will launch in November an “open-door offering” for offshore areas to be explored and evaluated, the company said yesterday, as the small South American nation seeks partners and financing for what it hopes could be an oil and gas boom. The article Suriname’s Staatsolie to launch offer for offshore oil areas in November appeared first on Stabroek News.

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