The Guyana Defence Force Coast Guard responded to a riverine incident on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at approximately 19:15hrs in the vicinity of Morawhanna, Region One. A vessel, later confirmed to be owned by the Guyana Elections Commission, ran aground along the riverbank while en route to Kumaka with nine passengers onboard. Preliminary reports indicate […] The post Passengers rescued after GECOM vessel grounds & catches fire in Reg. 1 appeared first on INews Guyana.

Vendors operating along Agriculture Road in Mon Repos on the East Coast of Demerara will be relocated to a newly completed tarmac, creating a safer, cleaner and more tourist-friendly business environment. Minister within the Ministry of Public Works, Madanlall Ramraj, inspected the site on Sunday, signalling the ministry’s readiness to begin the relocation process. The […] The post Tarmac completed for Agriculture Road vendors appeared first on INews Guyana.

See full statement from the Department of Education-Region Ten (Ministry of Education): A photograph currently circulating on Facebook, depicting a teacher and pupils seated on the floor, is creating a misleading narrative about a supposed shortage of furniture within our schools. We wish to categorically state that this image does not reflect the true situation […] The post No shortage of furniture at Amelia’s Ward Primary School – MoE appeared first on INews Guyana.

A 24-year-old Georgetown woman is expected to be sentenced on May 13 after pleading guilty to manslaughter in connection with the death of her partner, who succumbed to severe burn injuries sustained during a domestic altercation at their New Market Street, North Cummingsburg residence. Melissa David, of Lot 99–100 New Market Street, appeared before the […] The post Woman admits to setting partner on fire during domestic dispute appeared first on INews Guyana.

See full statement from the Guyana Police Force: Police in Regional Division # 4 ‘C’ are investigating an alleged murder which occurred on Sunday April 19, 2026 about 23:05hrs, at Golden Grove Public Road, East Coast Demerara, resulting in the death of Elton Lilly, called “Daddy,” 55, a fisherman of Golden Grove, East Coast Demerara. […] The post Golden Grove fisherman stabbed to death appeared first on INews Guyana.

The Ministry of Health’s Brickdam Headquarters on Sunday hosted a high-level meeting of the Executive Board of the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA), chaired by Guyana’s Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony. The meeting brought together regional health leaders and senior officials to engage in strategic discussions aimed at strengthening public health systems, enhancing regional […] The post CARPHA’s high-level Executive Board meeting hosted in Guyana appeared first on INews Guyana.

The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) on Saturday, April 18, 2026, conducted a stakeholder engagement in Moraikobai Village, Region Five, with participation from residents and village leaders. Held under the Moraikobai Benab, the engagement formed part of the Commission’s ongoing mandate to promote harmony and good relations among all Guyanese. It provided an opportunity for residents […] The post ERC conducts stakeholder engagement in Moraikobai Village appeared first on INews Guyana.

Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Hilton Todd has met with Seijoong Kwon, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to the Co-operative Republic of Guyana. The visit was aimed at advancing bilateral economic and trade cooperation between Guyana and Korea. The exchanges highlighted opportunities for partnership in key sectors such as technology and […] The post Guyana, South Korea explore partnerships in technology, agriculture  appeared first on INews Guyana.

Minister of Housing, Collin Croal, on Saturday visited the Palmyra Housing Scheme, where 110 young professional homes are currently under construction, with works approximately 35 per cent complete and three units already at about 50 per cent completion. The Minister noted that the homes are expected to be completed by the end of June. Croal […] The post Palmyra Housing Scheme 35% completed appeared first on INews Guyana.

Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony, delivered the feature address at a regional gathering hosted by the Caribbean Association of Medical Technologists (CASMET), underscoring Guyana’s rapid advancements in healthcare delivery and innovation. During his remarks, the Minister welcomed regional delegates to Guyana and highlighted the country’s ongoing transformation within the health sector. He noted significant […] The post Guyana touts telemedicine, other healthcare advancements at CASMET meeting appeared first on INews Guyana.