…gives stakeholders 6 weeks to outline digital banking revolution In keeping with the Government’s push towards digital transformation, President Irfaan Ali on Wednesday met with stakeholders from the financial sector to discuss modernising the local banking industry. The meeting was held at the Office of the President on Shiv Chanderpaul Drive, Georgetown. According to a […] The post President Ali pushes for digital overhaul of Guyana’s banking sector appeared first on Guyana Times.| Guyana Times
On World Suicide Prevention Day, Guyana showcased sweeping efforts to strengthen mental health services and suicide prevention, with more than 130 school-based counsellors and 700 trained gatekeepers now actively engaged across the country. Themed “Changing the Narrative on Suicide – Start the Conversation”, both the Education Ministry and the Health Ministry outlined current measures to […] The post Guyana mobilises 800+ counsellors and gatekeepers in nationwide push for suicide prev...| Guyana Times
A series of coordinated eradication exercises by the Guyana Police Force’s Narcotics Branch on Tuesday has resulted in the destruction of more than $812M worth of cannabis, along with the seizure of an unlicensed shotgun and ammunition in the Berbice region. The all-day operations, which stretched from the early hours of the morning into the […] The post Police destroy over $812M worth of ganja in massive Berbice operations appeared first on Guyana Times.| Guyana Times
Controversial social media personality Melissa Ann Atwell, also known as “Melly Mel”, has been ordered by the High Court to pay the Dr Balwant Singh’s Hospital Inc and its principal, Dr Madhu Singh, some $38.1 million for defamation. The judgement was handed down by High Court judge Justice Fidela Corbin-Lincoln on September 3. The claimants […] The post Court orders “Melly Mel” to pay Balwant Singh Hospital over $38M for defamation appeared first on Guyana Times.| Guyana Times
Police on the Corentyne, region six (East Berbice-Corentyne), have arrested two men and are on the hunt for a third after they allegedly robbed a Corentyne couple at gunpoint of cash and jewellery. Police say the two men confessed to the robbery after being arrested and implicated a third. In a release the Police said […] The post Bandits caught, confess to $2.7M Corentyne robbery appeared first on Guyana Times.| Guyana Times
One of the Opposition papers – which was funded by the US-based National Endowment for Democracy (NED) – bigged up a section of Pressie’s post-inauguration speech to announce a “national crusade against poverty”!! Explained the president: “We will also confront the cost of living head-on. Electricity costs will be cut by half. Water tariffs will […] The post War… against poverty? appeared first on Guyana Times.| Guyana Times
Dear Editor, Election 2025 has concluded, and the PPP/C has won. It was a clear and decisive vote by the electorate who voted that day. Guyanese spoke to the world that they would like the PPP/C party to govern this country; hence, we can safely say that the people of this great nation have won. […] The post Time to move on appeared first on Guyana Times.| Guyana Times
Dear Editor, As the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) moves forward in forming the new cabinet, I wish to respectfully call for greater inclusion of regional individuals who have been on the ground, working and actually fixing issues to the benefit of residents, not only to secure the party’s resounding victory but also to ensure livelihoods […] The post Call for greater inclusion of regional leaders in the cabinet appeared first on Guyana Times.| Guyana Times
World Suicide Prevention Day this year found Guyana not only reflecting on the weight of a national tragedy but also demonstrating a proactive and coordinated response that deserves both recognition and scrutiny. Suicide remains one of the country’s most painful public health challenges, yet the measures being pursued across schools, health institutions, and communities suggest […] The post Changing the narrative on suicide appeared first on Guyana Times.| Guyana Times
At National Stadium in Providence, Chamari Athapaththu and Qiana Joseph starred as defending champions Barbados Royals outclassed and outfought the Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR), cruising to a 59-run victory in match three of the Massy Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL). The Barbados Royals won the toss and elected to bat first. Openers Chamari Athapaththu and […]| Guyana Times
Dear Editor, Significant anticipation had accompanied the Elections 2025 campaign, with political party leaders making numerous commitments—including substantial cash grants, poverty reduction, enhanced inclusivity, greater equity, transparency, and more responsive governance. The impact of these promises on voters was evident in the Elections 2025 results. A newly formed party, WIN (We Invest in Nationhood), which began […]| Guyana Times
The Guyana Amazon Warriors lost their third game of the 2025 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League. Warriors’ latest defeat came against St Kitts and Nevis Patriots at Providence on Sunday when they failed to chase 150 to lose by five runs. Captain of the Guyana Amazon Warriors Imran Tahir continued to call for improvement in […]| Guyana Times
Bursting under pressure, a sombre silence blanketed the Guyana National Stadium at Providence, East Bank Demerara (EBD) on Sunday night as the hosts, Guyana Amazon Warriors, slumped to their third loss of the 2025 Caribbean Premier League (CPL) season. Winning the toss and electing to bowl first for the second game on the trot, the […]| Guyana Times
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