22 m. ago GCUSA and CPL continue partnership to expose local umpires to TV umpiring

The Georgetown Cricket Umpires and Scorers Association (GCUSA), in collaboration with the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) and its panel of match officials, has once again launched a unique initiative designed to provide local umpires with valuable exposure to television umpiring. The article GCUSA and CPL continue partnership to expose local umpires to TV umpiring appeared first on Stabroek News.

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48 h. ago Ali pledges to widen access to information, crackdown on misinformation

President Irfaan Ali yesterday promised more access to information for the media but highlighted the threat of misinformation and disinformation and its spread through digital platforms and artificial intelligence, as he promised to examine global experiences in countering such risks. The article Ali pledges to widen access to information, crackdown on misinformation appeared first on Stabroek News.

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48 h. ago Guyana’s urban and hinterland polluted waterways can be transformed into spaces for tangible development

Dear Editor, The very name Guyana—”Land of Many Waters”—reminds us that rivers, canals, creeks, and trenches have always shaped our identity. The article Guyana’s urban and hinterland polluted waterways can be transformed into spaces for tangible development appeared first on Stabroek News.

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50 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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3 d. ago Indigenous voices advocate for education and development to meet them where they are

Give Indigenous youths access to higher education in hinterland regions, create job opportunities for hinterland students in their villages, and give them spaces at the village, regional, national and international levels in policy decision-making bodies that would affect their educational, economic and social status were among calls by a six-member panel representing Indigenous youths across the country at the recent forum, Ina Maimu Yetatokon (Listen to our Voices) 2025. The article Indigenous voices advocate for education and development to meet them where they are appeared first on Stabroek News.

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3 d. ago 12th edition of Courts Optical Pee Wee U11 football competition to kick off Sept 20

The 12th Annual Courts Optical Pee Wee Under-11 Schools Football Tournament is set to kick off on September 20, at the Ministry of Education Ground on Carifesta Avenue, Georgetown. The article 12th edition of Courts Optical Pee Wee U11 football competition to kick off Sept 20 appeared first on Stabroek News.

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3 d. ago Guyana to host return of CBC Women’s Basketball Championship in November

Guyana has been awarded hosting rights for the Caribbean Basketball Confederation (CBC) Women’s Championship, which will be staged from November 9–17 at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall in Georgetown. The article Guyana to host return of CBC Women’s Basketball Championship in November appeared first on Stabroek News.

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3 d. ago ‘Lola Doll’ shot multiple times outside her home by a man on motorcycle

…police on hunt for suspect Kaieteur News – Local artiste and social media sensation Lolita “Lola Doll” Callender was on Saturday night shot about eight times outside her Texas Square, East Ruimveldt, Georgetown home. The shooting occurred at 23:35h. Callendar, 33, was rushed to the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) for treatment. Kaieteur News understands […] The post ‘Lola Doll’ shot multiple times outside her home by a man on motorcycle appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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3 d. ago Guyana to host CBC Women’s Basketball Championship in November

Kaieteur Sports – The Guyana Basketball Federation (GBF) is proud to announce that Guyana has been awarded the hosting rights for the Caribbean Basketball Confederation (CBC) Women’s Championship, set to take place from November 9 – 17 at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall in Georgetown. The return of the CBC Championship marks a historic moment […] The post Guyana to host CBC Women’s Basketball Championship in November appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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3 d. ago Horsepower returns: Thrilling ‘Keep Fit’ Horse Racing Meet set for September 21 at Georgetown Turf Club

Kaieteur Sports – After a somber pause to honour the tragic passing of jockey Kishawn Parreira, horse racing gallops back into action at the Georgetown Turf Club (GTC) on Sunday, September 21, with a spectacular six-race card organised by the ever-popular Three Men Promotion and proudly sponsored by Carib Beer. Originally scheduled for August 24, […] The post Horsepower returns: Thrilling ‘Keep Fit’ Horse Racing Meet set for September 21 at Georgetown Turf Club appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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4 d. ago Woman, 36, nephew, 13, remain in critical condition following gas explosion

-family seeking justice A woman and her 13-year-old nephew remain in critical condition at the Georgetown Public Hospital following a suspected gas explosion early Thurs-day morning at   ‘C’ Field Sophia, Georgetown. The article Woman, 36, nephew, 13, remain in critical condition following gas explosion appeared first on Stabroek News.

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4 d. ago Subryanville residents up demand for end to construction on Farnum Ground

-Mayor says permission given for temporary building A group of Subryanville residents has written to the Mayor and City Council (M&CC) of Georgetown demanding the immediate withdrawal of all permissions reportedly granted to Mae’s Schools for construction works at the eastern end of the Farnum Playing Field. The article Subryanville residents up demand for end to construction on Farnum Ground appeared first on Stabroek News.

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4 d. ago Bolsonaro and Trump have revealed the biggest threat to democracy

By Pedro Abramovay NEW YORK – Media coverage of the trial of Brazil’s former president, Jair Bolsonaro, tends to focus on the striking similarities between his case and the career of US President Donald Trump. The article Bolsonaro and Trump have revealed the biggest threat to democracy appeared first on Stabroek News.

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5 d. ago Every country with nuclear technology is a threat to peace and stability to this planet

Dear Editor, Every country with nuclear technology is a threat to peace and stability of this planet. It is only a matter of time before those with nuclear technology turn to producing nuclear armaments. And, those countries already with nuclear armaments increase their stockpiles of nuclear weapons for their concept of MAD (Mutually Assured Destruction). […] The post Every country with nuclear technology is a threat to peace and stability to this planet appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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6 d. ago Georgetown’s open spaces and parks are under increasing threat

Dear Editor, Are our green spaces and parks keeping up with the country’s economic growth? I’m not informed enough to know the answer; but what I do know is that the city’s current open spaces and parks are increasingly coming under threat. The article Georgetown’s open spaces and parks are under increasing threat appeared first on Stabroek News.

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6 d. ago Former National cyclist Alanzo Greaves killed in motorcycle accident

Kaieteur News – Former National cyclist, Alanzo Greaves was killed in a motorcycle accident around midnight on Thursday along Mandela Avenue, Georgetown. Reports are that he lost control of his bike in the vicinity of the Botanical Gardens. Greaves’ cycling career was ended after a motorcycle accident six years severely damaged his left knee. Greaves […] The post Former National cyclist Alanzo Greaves killed in motorcycle accident appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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6 d. ago PPP/C wins District 4 for first time following split of votes between APNU and WIN

The People’s Progressive Party/Civic has won District Four – which includes Georgetown – for the first time ever following the split in opposition votes between the traditional powerhouse, APNU and newcomer We Invest in Nationhood (WIN). The article PPP/C wins District 4 for first time following split of votes between APNU and WIN appeared first on Stabroek News.

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7 d. ago Subryanville residents oppose Mae’s construction on Farnum ground

A group of Subryanville residents has written to the Mayor and City Council (M&CC) of Georgetown demanding the immediate withdrawal of all permissions and permits reportedly granted to Mae’s Schools and its owners for construction works at the eastern end of the Farnum Playing Field. The article Subryanville residents oppose Mae’s construction on Farnum ground appeared first on Stabroek News.

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7 d. ago Campaign financing law will help foil use of State resources – CARICOM Observer Mission

Kaieteur News – Chief of Mission of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Election Observer Mission (CEOM), Josephine Tamai has noted the need for model legislation in the region to help prohibit the use of State resources by governments to campaign for elections. Speaking at a press conference at the CARICOM Headquarters at Liliendaal, Greater Georgetown on […] The post Campaign financing law will help foil use of State resources – CARICOM Observer Mission appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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7 d. ago Education Ministry seeking contractors to construct new North Georgetown Secondary School

Kaieteur News – The Ministry of Education is seeking contractors to build a new North Georgetown Secondary School. Invitation for bids (IFB) are to open on September 23 at the National Procurement and Tender Administration Board (NPTAB) office. The North Georgetown Secondary School is located on Woolford Avenue. Several new schools have been built while […] The post Education Ministry seeking contractors to construct new North Georgetown Secondary School appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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