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Twenty Guyanese students have shattered records by achieving perfect scores on the National Grade Six Assessment — the first time ever in the country’s history. With over 15,000 students taking the exam, this marks the strongest performance in five years and the best ever nationally, surpassing regional Caribbean benchmarks. The Minister of Education credited years of government investment in scho...

Former EPA head Dr. Vincent Adams blasts Guyana Water Incorporated for downplaying a damning water quality report, calling their claims misleading and dangerous. He reveals GWI’s response dismisses visible issues like coffee-colored water as harmless, ignoring critical measurements that show dangerously acidic pH levels and extreme turbidity — risks that can leach toxic metals and harbor pathogens...

The Ethnic Relations Commission’s June report reveals a 7% spike in social media warnings—34 this month, up from 27 in May—mostly for racial slurs and disrespect, with a few targeting religious intolerance. As Guyana marks its 60th anniversary, the Commission hosted a major symposium uniting government, opposition, business, and community leaders to chart a path toward unity. They’re now gathering...

CARICOM leaders are rallying to tackle soaring living costs with bold, practical moves—cutting regional freight costs, boosting trade diversity, and revamping tourism—while Barbados’ PM Mia Mottley demands ethical pricing on essentials, calling out companies profiting as people starve. They’re also pushing for climate investments, smarter use of regional funds, and urgent fixes to transport, inclu...

Banks DIH just crowned a lucky Guyanese fan with a brand-new $5.5 million SWM SUV after a 10-week “Crown the Road” promotion that also handed out $350K instant cash prizes at 15 bars nationwide — totaling over $5.25 million in rewards. The campaign, celebrating Banks Beer’s 70+ year legacy and gold-medal quality, was a heartfelt thank-you to loyal drinkers — and Vijay Latchminarine from East Canef...

An opposition party is demanding President Irfaan Ali step down over the controversial acquisition of a 150-acre ranch, calling for a full forensic audit and urging transparency in land allocations. They highlight the stark contrast between citizens struggling for basic land access and officials securing vast tracts, accusing the government of favoritism and eroding public trust. The party seeks p...

Guyana’s FIBA AmeriCup Caribbean qualifiers are heating up after a dominant 68-53 win over Dominica, with Stanton Rose Jr. leading the charge with 20 points. Backed by a balanced attack featuring Kevon Wiggins (16 pts), Umar Rashid (10 pts, 9 reb), and Kevin Mickle’s double-double (11 pts, 11 reb), Guyana overcame a tough first quarter and surged in the second half for a 15-point victory. Now, wit...

US air strikes hit six Iranian cities, killing 17 and injuring 115, marking a major escalation after a June ceasefire deal. Targeting military infrastructure along Iran’s coast, the strikes aimed to disrupt attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz — hitting over 90 targets. Iran retaliated by launching drone and rocket attacks on US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, warning of more strikes if the US...

A 23-year-old mechanic from the Essequibo Coast, Saif Mohamed, faces sexual assault charges after an alleged incident at the Number One Cricket Ground in Affiance. Pleading not guilty, he was granted $50,000 bail with strict conditions: no contact with the victim and a mandatory 100-foot distance if they cross paths. The case is on hold until July 28, 2026, when prosecutors will present evidence....

A heated debate rages over whether to launch a Commission of Inquiry into a booming agricultural empire, but new evidence reveals the business was quietly built over 15 years—not overnight. That timeline undermines the urgency for a probe, challenging the narrative that fueled public suspicion. Meanwhile, demands for private financial records miss the point: proving wrongdoing requires solid evide...

Grade Six students are crushing it on the 2026 National Assessment—with math seeing the biggest leap and nearly all subjects showing major gains. English jumped over 4 percentage points, Social Studies and Science nearly doubled their perfect scorers, and math surged from 55% to nearly 60% passing. The Caribbean Examinations Council is proud of its rigorous, three-tiered marking system involving 3...

A clerk from the Anna Regina Town Council, Aryan Doodnauth, faces a $25,000 fine—or three months in jail—for refusing a breathalyzer test during a traffic stop. The incident, which occurred on June 21, underscores the serious consequences of dodging sobriety checks and reinforces that public safety—and the law—apply to everyone, regardless of title. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pill...

A chilling discovery in Demerara: a woman’s body unearthed in a shallow grave behind a 24-year-old porter’s property—just days after she vanished. Police, tipped off by witnesses, arrested the suspect in Enmore, who’s now in custody at Mahaicony Police Station. The victim was rushed to Mahaicony Cottage Hospital but died on arrival. Her body rests at Bailey’s Funeral Home pending a post-mortem as...

A 22-year-old Venezuelan rider was robbed at 4 AM in Sparendaam, East Coast Demerara, when two armed motorcycle thieves stole his bike during a brutal street confrontation. Armed with a cutlass, one attacker wrestled the weapon from the victim, while his accomplice sped off with both bikes. The victim’s desperate struggle and the sudden violence left him shaken — a chilling reminder of how quickly...

Tragic loss: Police Sergeant Stacy Noble, 51, of the Guyana Police Force’s Special Constabulary, collapsed unexpectedly at her home in Diamond, East Bank Demerara, around 6:15 AM. Despite emergency responders’ efforts, including CPR, she was pronounced dead. No signs of injury or foul play were found, and a post-mortem is pending to determine the cause. Her body has been taken to Memorial Gardens...

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President Irfaan Ali rallied thousands of Grade Six students, celebrating their achievement on the National Assessment while reminding them this test is just one step—not the final destination. He praised their grit, acknowledged every student’s effort, and encouraged them to embrace the exciting, uncertain, yet transformative journey ahead in secondary school. Drawing from his own experiences, he...

Marco Bonofiglio is set to take charge as head coach of both Guyana’s senior and U-20 national teams, bringing a wealth of experience and proven success to a pivotal moment for Guyanese football. Known for his work with the U-17 squad that achieved their best-ever finish in the Concacaf U-17 Championship, Bonofiglio also led Inter Toronto FC to a League1 Ontario title and has coached professionall...

Spain storms into the World Cup semi-finals with a dramatic 2-1 win over Belgium, thanks to Mikel Merino’s clutch stoppage-time goal—his second touch of the game. Fabian Ruiz opened the scoring, but De Ketelaere equalized, setting the stage for a tense finale where a fumbled save by Belgium’s substitute keeper led to Merino’s winner. With an unbeaten streak now at 37 games since March 2023, Spain...

Captain Hayley Matthews lit up the first ODI against Ireland with a blistering 159 and three wickets, leading a West Indies side that obliterated Ireland’s total of 269 with ease. Matthews’ innings, the second-highest for a West Indies woman in this format, was matched only by her electric opening stand with Realeanna Grimmond — a record-breaking 258 for the first wicket that shattered Ireland’s b...

Guyana pulled off a heart-stopping 75-73 overtime win over Antigua and Barbuda in the FIBA AmeriCup 2029 CBC Pre-Qualifiers, their first victory in the tournament. Kevon Wiggins was the hero, scoring 24 points including the game-tying layup and all six points in the final moments, while Umar Rashid added 21 points and 8 rebounds. After building a late lead, Guyana held strong in overtime, outscori...

The West Indies’ Under-19 50-Over Championship ignites this Saturday in Antigua, pitting six regional powerhouses in a 11-day battle for supremacy — a vital launchpad for future cricket stars. Defending champs Barbados open against the Windward Islands, while Leeward Islands clash with Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago face Guyana. Top two teams advance to the final on July 22nd, with development work...

Southern lane of the Rupert Craig Highway from Ogle to University of Guyana Road is crumbling after 20 years of heavy use—Ministry of Public Works is launching major repairs starting July 13, 2026, with work scheduled outside rush hours and full traffic control to minimize disruption. Drivers, stay patient, slow down, and follow signs as crews restore this vital route. Listen in comfort: Get a dis...

Guyana’s skies are soaring—international flights at Cheddi Jagan Airport surged 254% between 2020 and 2025, passenger traffic exploded 432.5%, and cargo volumes jumped 88.5%, all fueled by smart infrastructure, tourism, and agriculture investments turning the nation into a global aviation hub. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:...

Caribbean students are crushing it in the 2026 National Grade Six Assessment—with record-breaking pass rates across all four subjects, especially in math and English. CXC’s stricter grading process confirmed the gains, and zero scores vanished from English and Social Studies while math hit its lowest zeros in five years. This isn’t just progress—it’s a major win for the education system. Listen in...