Saturday, June 6, 2026
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Environment
Gov’t focused on climate resilience, flood preparedness – PMClimate discussions among international bodies commenced this week in Guyana and Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips said new methods…
Indigenous leaders to showcase ‘sustainable development’ at upcoming Global Biodiversity SummitThe sustainable use of Guyana's natural resources by Guyana's Indigenous communities will be on full display at an upcoming international…
New partnership launched to improve sustainable forest management, finance accessGeorgetown, Guyana, May 16, 2025- The Government of Guyana, in partnership with the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) and with…
No opposing goals – Pres. Ali says climate leaders can safeguard the world’s forests while driving economic growthAddressing the opening of the first Forest and Climate Leaders’ Partnership (FCLP) meeting to be held in Guyana, President Dr…
Nightmare Neighbours: Sheep stench spark health concerns for Bath familyPlagued by unbearable odours and persistent health issues allegedly caused by their neighbours’ livestock, a Bath, Mahaicony family says they…
Prolonged May/June rainy season expected- ClimatologistThe Hydrometeorological Service of the Ministry of Agriculture on Tuesday held its National Climate Outlook Forum at Herdmanston Lodge. Specialist…
Guyana? Nuclear weapons? No, but it’s helping to stop themBy Neil Marks neil@newsroom.gy It may seem curious to associate Guyana—a peaceful, forest-rich nation on the northern edge of South…
‘SHOUT’ promoting environmental consciousness among youthAmid the rising use of technology to innovatively tackle environmental issues, Recover Guyana, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education,…
A call to action for all Guyanese as GFC champions forest conservationCommissioner of the Guyana Forestry Commission, Edward Goberdhan, has called for all stakeholders—including government agencies, the private sector, partners, conservationists,…
National tree planting project commences tomorrow in observance of International Day of ForestsThe first of 50,000 trees will be planted on Friday, March 21, 2025, as the National Tree Planting project commences…
Minister Bharrat clears the air on misconceptions as mining permit suspended in AranaputaIn a development that has sparked mixed reactions, the Ministry of Natural Resources has suspended a mining permit granted to…
Contractor’s safety breaches cited in death of teen at BOSAI mining operationThe Ministry of Labour’s Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Department has concluded the investigation into the fatal accident involving 19-year-old…
Empowering women to conserve wildlife: a model for sustainable development in the RupununiBy Gillian Smith, FAO Representative in Guyana In the heart of Guyana’s Rupununi region lies a unique story of balance—…
Illegal miners arrested in Iwokrama ForestSee below the full statement issued: Ongoing efforts of the Iwokrama International Centre together with support from the Government of…
Guyana is ‘pioneer’ in carbon market – World Bank repWorld Bank Representative for Guyana and Suriname, Diletta Doretti recently described Guyana as a "pioneer" in the carbon market. She…
‘Green superpower’ Guyana seeking payments to protect its plants, animalsBy Vishani Ragobeer vishani@newsroom.gy Describing Guyana as a “green superpower,” former Colombian President Ivan Duque outlined plans the tiny South…
Pakuri’s Rising Biologist: Alliah Simon Empowers Her VillageAt a young age, Alliah Simon left Pakuri Village in pursuit of better educational opportunities. Now 21, the former President’s…
