See full statement from Minister of Labour and Manpower Planning Keoma Griffith    Today, as we observe Labour Day 2026, we pause not only to celebrate, but to reflect. This is a day rooted in struggle, shaped by sacrifice, and sustained by the enduring spirit of working people. It is a day that reminds us […] The post Govt committed to working with trade unions to address workers’ concerns – Labour Minister  appeared first on INews Guyana.

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) will hold public hearings in the case concerning the Arbitral Award of 3 October 1899 (Guyana v. Venezuela), from Monday 4 May to Monday 11 May 2026, at the Peace Palace, in The Hague, the seat of the Court . These hearings are devoted to the merits of the […] The post Guyana fully confident as ICJ to begin oral hearings in border case on Monday  appeared first on INews Guyana.

Newly-installed Desert Vipers captain Chris Green says he cannot wait to line up alongside Pakistan all-rounder Shadab Khan when the pair form part of the franchise’s squad for the ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League (GSL) T20 tournament in July and August. Of-spinning all-rounder Green, the Australian who is currently in action with Shadab for the […] The post Exxonmobil GSL: Chris Green excited about leading Desert Vipers, bowling in tandem with Shadab Khan appeared first on INews Guyana.

An 11-year-old pupil sitting the National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA) at Edinburgh Primary School was allegedly attacked by two fellow students on Wednesday, moments after completing his first day of exams. The incident occurred while the grandmother and other parents stood outside the locked school gate, unable to intervene. His grandmother also claimed that efforts […] The post 11-Y-O child attacked after writing NGSA appeared first on INews Guyana.

The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports last evening launched the 60th Independence Diamond Jubilee Sports Tournaments at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall, setting the stage for an exciting month of competition across the country. Ten disciplines will take center stage throughout May, as part of the national Independence Diamond Jubilee celebrations. The ten sporting […] The post 60th Independence Diamond Jubilee Sports Tournament launched appeared first on INews Guyana.

Guyana continues to gain regional recognition for its commitment to sustainable and community-led tourism, with Toka Village (Inni Lodge), Region 9, being named the winner of the Community-Based Tourism Award at the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) Sustainable Tourism Awards 2026. According to the CTO, the award recognises the strength of community-driven tourism development in Guyana […] The post Toka Village wins regional tourism award appeared first on INews Guyana.

Minister of Public Service, Government Efficiency and Implementation, Zulfikar Ally, has revealed that the government’s Skills Connect app has already facilitated 438 job connections, helping to bridge the gap between skilled workers and citizens seeking services. The app was developed to connect blue-collar workers such as electricians, plumbers and other service providers directly with citizens […] The post Over 438 job connections made via Skills Connect app appeared first on INews Guyana.

The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security has launched a new initiative aimed at gathering feedback from the public on its various services being offered. The initiative, called “FRENO”, will see officials reaching out to citizens via WhatsApp to participate in a survey. Subject Minister Dr Vindhya Persaud assured that the information submitted will […] The post Human Services Ministry launches “FRENO” initiative to gather public feedback on its services appeared first on INews Guyana.

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Anil Nandlall has raised concerns that some citizens are “gambling out” their cash grants. Speaking during his programme Issues in the News on Tuesday evening, Nandlall stressed that gambling remains a significant social problem nationwide and reiterated that the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) is committed to tackling the […] The post Nandlall sounds alarm as some citizens ‘gamble out’ their cash grants appeared first on INews Guyana.

Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation, Deodat Indar, held a meeting on Tuesday with executives from the Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL) and Power Producers and Distributors Inc., along with senior representatives from Wartsila, and the power generation, transmission, and distribution teams, to discuss improved crisis management. The discussion included a review of ongoing […] The post Indar meets GPL on better crisis management, communication during emergencies appeared first on INews Guyana.