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Trinidad and Tobago just joined the Global Biodiversity Alliance — a powerful coalition led by Guyana with over 125 nations and the UN already onboard — to supercharge conservation funding and protect 30% of Earth’s land and seas by 2030. President Ali hailed the move as a vital step toward regional and global environmental cooperation, turning talk into action to safeguard nature before it’s too...

Rice farmers in Region Five just received a massive $1.18 billion cash grant—the largest payout yet from the government’s rice support program—helping over 1,300 farmers cover 104,000 acres and recover from production cost hikes and falling global prices. This timely aid, driven by farmer feedback and designed to counteract international market volatility, is part of a broader $2.76 billion nation...

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Six years after the horrific murders of teenage cousins Isaiah and Joel Henry in Berbice, two men convicted of the brutal killings have been sentenced to life in prison — with no parole for at least 35 years. Judge Morris delivered a stark verdict, emphasizing the lack of provocation, the extreme violence, and the absence of any mental defense. The case ignited national grief and outrage, but the...

Guyana’s president just dropped a major education bombshell: free online degrees for Guyanese living abroad — and even their kids. Building on free tuition and the booming GOAL scholarship program, this move aims to bridge distance with opportunity, letting the diaspora tap into Guyana’s growing academic power. With over 40 international partners and 30+ doctoral grads recently, the nation’s educa...

The push to relocate Robb Street vendors to Merriman’s Mall is stalled for now—funds are just not available, despite a clear vision and initial designs. Mayor Alfred Mentore says the council’s budget is stretched thin, with urgent repairs to their own building taking priority. Originally planned as a shed, the project may now shift to kiosks for practicality. The structure, if built, would span 36...

Minister Vindhya Persaud is sending a firm message: child abuse will no longer be ignored. With the government ready to act with unwavering resolve, she’s spotlighting child neglect as the most common form of abuse — often committed by those closest to the children. Armed with the Child Protection Act, authorities are prepared to prosecute every case. But Persaud’s call to action goes beyond gover...

The West Indies have pulled off a historic win, clinching their first Test series against Sri Lanka in 23 years — and it’s just getting started. Justin Greaves smashed a career-best 180, teaming up with Shai Hope for a record 242-run fifth-wicket stand, while becoming the first West Indian since 2005 to have three batters score 150+ in a series. Greaves, named player of the match and series, credi...

Guyana’s government is rolling out an ambitious plan to build 21 model communities, transforming neighborhoods with concrete drains, streetlights, green spaces, and modern infrastructure—all coordinated across key ministries. Engineers are already on the ground, and while exact locations and timelines are pending, residents can expect rapid, visible upgrades that’ll reshape daily living in these a...

Two cousins, Vinod Gopaul and Anil Sancharra, have been sentenced to life in prison for the 2020 murders of Isaiah and Joel Henry — a case that captivated the nation. After a grueling trial featuring 45 witnesses, including forensic experts and family members, the jury found them guilty in June 2026. Key testimony came from Akash Singh, who claimed the trio stumbled upon a treated marijuana field,...

The Saint Lucia Kings just unveiled a firepower-packed overseas roster for the 2026 CPL, blending elite spin, pace, and explosive batting. Back is Noor Ahmad — T20’s most feared spinner — alongside Tim Seifert, a dynamic all-rounder who dominates with bat and gloves. Sri Lanka’s Maheesh Theekshana brings lethal spin control, while Charith Asalanka adds finishing power and stability. Completing the...

Guyana is making bold strides in early childhood development, training over 1,100 practitioners and licensing 352 childcare centers under its groundbreaking National Integrated Early Childhood Development Policy. This five-year initiative has equipped more than 6,000 caregivers with skills to nurture safe, secure, and learning-ready children from birth through early schooling. With 25 Centers of E...

President Irfaan Ali unveils Rooster International, a 43-room hotel in Anna Regina, boosting tourism and local development—proof that private investment, like Roopan Ramotar’s, is exactly what the government’s been pushing for as demand for lodging surges. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automa...

A construction mogul is demanding tighter contract enforcement to ensure Guyana’s public infrastructure lasts — and he’s got the numbers to back it up. Komal Singh of GAICO warns that speed over quality in development is eroding standards, but government safeguards like five-percent retention clauses and repair-triggered liability extensions offer hope. Meanwhile, Attorney General Anil Nandlall re...

Minister Kwame McCoy fires back at claims that Soesdyne-Linden Highway residents are neglected, calling them a distortion of reality. He highlights active government efforts to formalize informal settlements through four ongoing housing schemes and land acquisition for secure, serviced communities. Electricity and water projects are already underway, including a new power station and wells. McCoy...

Attorney General Anil Nandlall is sounding the alarm on illegal squatting, urging local councils to use their legal powers to clear unauthorized occupiers from government lands. He warns that squatters have no legal protection and could face immediate removal — even demolition — without court orders. While acknowledging housing delays due to the complex process of developing former sugar cane fiel...

Guyana’s rice boom is sending shockwaves across the Caribbean as the government aggressively expands export markets beyond traditional hubs, tapping into rising demand in CARICOM nations like St. Lucia and Jamaica—and even exploring new frontiers in Mexico, Haiti, and Cuba. With the Agriculture and Foreign Affairs ministers teaming up to unlock higher-value deals, the focus is shifting from lower-...

A family in Alness Village lost everything in a devastating house fire that broke out Tuesday afternoon, leaving them homeless and heartbroken. The blaze, which erupted while the wife was cooking, spread too fast for her to reach the power switch — and by the time the rice farmer arrived from his fields, his family had nothing left but their lives. Now staying with relatives, they’re left to rebui...

Guyana’s junior squash team, reigning Caribbean champions and heirs to a 12-year title streak, are back on the global stage—this time in the British Virgin Islands—to defend their crown. Armed with upgraded training facilities, corporate backing, and custom uniforms celebrating Guyana’s natural beauty, they’re not just chasing medals but building futures. Led by captain Blake Edwards and featuring...

Kids are on the front lines of climate change — their smaller bodies, higher breathing rates, and proximity to ground-level pollutants make them far more vulnerable to extreme heat and poor air quality. With rising temperatures, worsening air pollution, and even Sahara dust infiltrating cities, children face serious health risks like asthma attacks and dehydration. Health officials are urging pare...