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1,704 fisherfolk in Region Six receive $255.6M grant—under $1.5B national cash grant By Bebi Shafeah Oosman. A TOTAL of ...
11/01/2026

1,704 fisherfolk in Region Six receive $255.6M grant

—under $1.5B national cash grant By Bebi Shafeah Oosman. A TOTAL of 1,704 fisherfolk in Region Six will benefit from the government’s $150,000 cash-grant initiative, translating to a $255.6 million investment in the regional fishing sector, as part of a wider $1.5 billion national payout to fisherfolk across Guyana. The announcement was reinforced on Saturday during distribution exercises at Albion, Corentyne, and the Number 66, Corentyne Co-op, where Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha described the initiative as another clear demonstration of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) government delivering on commitments made to working people....

By Bebi Shafeah Oosman.

US mortgage company used by Minister Rodrigues confirms ‘smooth, hassle-free’ access to loans for non-residentsUNITED St...
11/01/2026

US mortgage company used by Minister Rodrigues confirms ‘smooth, hassle-free’ access to loans for non-residents

UNITED States mortgage company, A&D Mortgage, which was used by Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodrigues, to finance her property in the US, has confirmed that they have provisions to ensure "smooth, hassle-free" access to loans for non-residents. Minister Rodrigues has been the subject of attacks by opposition elements, including US-indicted businessman and WIN leader, Azruddin Mohamed, despite her confirmation that assets overseas and locally have been declared and lawfully acquired....

She added: “This clearly establishes a pattern of lies peddled by Azruddin Mohamed to cause public confusion and to distract from his own criminality. While

‘Biggest Mashramani ever’ on the cards as preparations intensify—Tyndall––Launch set for January 16 at the Railway Court...
11/01/2026

‘Biggest Mashramani ever’ on the cards as preparations intensify—Tyndall

––Launch set for January 16 at the Railway Courtyard THE Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport is moving full steam ahead with preparations for what is expected to be the largest Mashramani celebration in Guyana’s history, according to Director of National Events, Andrew Tyndall. In an interview with the Guyana Chronicle, Tyndall revealed that Mashramani 2026 will officially kick off at the Railway Courtyard on January 16, with a major highlight being the unveiling of band costumes—a first for the festival’s launch....

––Launch set for January 16 at the Railway Courtyard THE Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport is moving full steam ahead with preparations for what is

Government interventions continue to protect rice farmers —RamrajMINISTER within the Ministry of Public Works Madanlall ...
11/01/2026

Government interventions continue to protect rice farmers —Ramraj

MINISTER within the Ministry of Public Works Madanlall Ramraj has reaffirmed that the Government of Guyana has consistently stepped in to protect rice farmers through targeted and impactful measures aimed at safeguarding their livelihoods and ensuring the sustainability of the rice industry. The Minister made the disclosure during a meeting at the Anna Regina Town Council compound, where rice farmers gathered for the distribution of the $300 per bag paddy subsidy....

MINISTER within the Ministry of Public Works Madanlall Ramraj has reaffirmed that the Government of Guyana has consistently stepped in to protect rice farmers

GOAL outreach heads to Essequibo Islands as gov’t pushes accessible tertiary educationThe Government of Guyana continues...
11/01/2026

GOAL outreach heads to Essequibo Islands as gov’t pushes accessible tertiary education

The Government of Guyana continues to advance its drive for accessible and inclusive education, a focus that was highlighted on Saturday as Minister of Education Sonia Parag spearheaded an outreach of the Guyana Online Academy of Learning (GOAL) scholarship programme in the Essequibo Islands, beginning with Wakenaam and set to continue in Leguan. The outreach aims to expand awareness and access to tertiary education opportunities for residents of riverine and hinterland communities, many of whom face geographic and infrastructural barriers to higher learning....

The Government of Guyana continues to advance its drive for accessible and inclusive education, a focus that was highlighted on Saturday as Minister of

What Nazar Mohamed saidSOMETHING must be wrong with Nazar Mohamed. The elderly gentleman must be losing his senses to th...
11/01/2026

What Nazar Mohamed said

SOMETHING must be wrong with Nazar Mohamed. The elderly gentleman must be losing his senses to think that Guyanese are so gullible as to accept his version of events wholeheartedly without question. And, he must think that Guyanese are fools and do not comprehend the magnitude of what his family or criminal enterprise are seeking to avoid in the US. He must be coy to think that writing a letter, which the world suspects he did not pen, would get him sympathy from the public....

SOMETHING must be wrong with Nazar Mohamed. The elderly gentleman must be losing his senses to think that Guyanese are so gullible as to accept his version of

Edghill pushes for January 26 deadline as utility delays stall Garnett Street worksMINISTER of Public Works Juan Edghill...
11/01/2026

Edghill pushes for January 26 deadline as utility delays stall Garnett Street works

MINISTER of Public Works Juan Edghill on Saturday conducted a series of site visits across Region Four, including inspections at Aubrey Barker Road, Sophia and Dennis Street, as the government intensifies efforts to advance key infrastructural projects. A major focus of the minister’s visit was Garnett Street, Campbellville, where he assessed ongoing works and engaged contractors on persistent challenges hindering the project’s completion, chief among them, delays caused by the relocation of utility poles and cables....

MINISTER of Public Works Juan Edghill on Saturday conducted a series of site visits across Region Four, including inspections at Aubrey Barker Road, Sophia

Minister Ramraj visits model egg farm in Region TwoMINISTER within the Ministry of Public Works, Madanlall Ramraj, on Sa...
11/01/2026

Minister Ramraj visits model egg farm in Region Two

MINISTER within the Ministry of Public Works, Madanlall Ramraj, on Saturday visited Dinesh Garaban’s egg farm at Walton Hall, Region Two, describing the operation as a clear blueprint for sustainable rural enterprise. The minister was accompanied by Regional Chairman Devin Mohan, Deputy Regional Executive Officer Omesh Sasenaryan, and other regional officials during the visit. Garaban operates a 5,000-bird layer system, making the farm one of the most productive small-to medium-scale poultry operations on the Essequibo Coast....

MINISTER within the Ministry of Public Works, Madanlall Ramraj, on Saturday visited Dinesh Garaban’s egg farm at Walton Hall, Region Two, describing the

Dream, wish and hope for the new yearBy Vanessa Cort WE are now into the second week of the new year, some of us holding...
11/01/2026

Dream, wish and hope for the new year

By Vanessa Cort WE are now into the second week of the new year, some of us holding fast to the resolutions we may have made, others already breaking their resolve. We have our dreams for the year ahead, while hoping and praying for the best. But much of what we achieve will be dependent on the choices we make....

By Vanessa Cort

From Promise to Impact: Oil and Gas in Guyana’s 2026 OutlookIN 2026, Guyana aims to deliver concrete economic growth, bu...
11/01/2026

From Promise to Impact: Oil and Gas in Guyana’s 2026 Outlook

IN 2026, Guyana aims to deliver concrete economic growth, business opportunities, and improvements for its citizens, as its energy sector moves from planning to real-world implementation. Years of investment and offshore project development are now set to produce measurable results, marking a decisive shift toward tangible impact. One of the most significant milestones anticipated in 2026 is Guyana’s oil production capacity surpassing the one-million-barrel-per-day mark....

IN 2026, Guyana aims to deliver concrete economic growth, business opportunities, and improvements for its citizens, as its energy sector moves from planning

Hosororo Secondary School set to serve nearly 530 students as opening nearsTHE long-awaited Hosororo Secondary School is...
11/01/2026

Hosororo Secondary School set to serve nearly 530 students as opening nears

THE long-awaited Hosororo Secondary School is poised to significantly expand access to secondary education in Guyana’s hinterland, with the state-of-the-art institution set to accommodate at least 528 students from the communities in Region One. According to the Ministry of Education, the new secondary school will serve approximately 475 students currently enrolled at the Hosororo Primary Top, along with 53 students from the Wauna Primary Top....

THE long-awaited Hosororo Secondary School is poised to significantly expand access to secondary education in Guyana’s hinterland, with the state-of-the-art

GMSA, AMCHAM to host Tech Conference 2026THE Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA), alongside the America...
11/01/2026

GMSA, AMCHAM to host Tech Conference 2026

THE Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA), alongside the American Chamber of Commerce of Guyana (AMCHAM), will be hosting the third Tech Conference, under the theme “Operational Excellence Through Digital Transformation,” at the Georgetown Marriott Hotel, Kingston. As Guyana steps into a digital era, the conference aims to equip entrepreneurs, students and anyone interested in digital transformation and technological advancement, with the necessary tools and strategies needed to operate in a safe and competitive digital economy....

THE Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA), alongside the American Chamber of Commerce of Guyana (AMCHAM), will be hosting the third Tech

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BRIEF HISTORY OF GUYANA NATIONAL NEWSPAPERS LIMITED

The Guyana National Newspapers Limited is a state owned company incorporated under the Companies Act, Chapter 89:01 of the Laws of Guyana and is situated at Lama Avenue, Bel Air Park, Georgetown, Guyana. It is the successor of the Guiana Graphic Limited, a private limited liability company registered in 1953, and the Daily Chronicle Newspapers. In December, 1975 the state-owned Guyana Chronicle was merged with the Guiana Graphic Limited to form the new company Guyana National Newspapers Limited.

The company’s operations are generally the printing and publishing of daily and weekly newspapers. Its main publications are the Guyana (Daily) Chronicle and the Sunday Chronicle. Other than printing and publishing of the Daily and Sunday Chronicle newspapers the Company also prints House Organs (newspapers for external agencies). These include the Green Beret, the Copper, the Hinterland Highlights, the Development Digest, GUYSUCO News etc.