Guyana current news

Here are some current news stories from Guyana:

Politics

• The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has announced that the March 2, 2020 general elections will be held on March 21, 2020. (Source: Stabroek News)
• The opposition coalition, APNU+AFC, has filed a petition with the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) challenging the results of the March 2020 elections. (Source: Guyana Chronicle)
• The government has launched an investigation into allegations of corruption and mismanagement at the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA). (Source: Kaieteur News)

Economy

• The Guyana government has announced plans to increase the country's oil production capacity to 500,000 barrels per day by 2025. (Source: OilNOW)
• The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a $74.4 million loan to Guyana to support the country's economic development. (Source: Guyana Times)
• The Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuCo) has announced plans to reduce its workforce by 20% due to financial difficulties. (Source: Stabroek News)

Health

• The Guyana government has launched a campaign to combat the spread of COVID-19 in the country. (Source: Guyana Chronicle)
• The Ministry of Health has reported an outbreak of dengue fever in several regions of Guyana. (Source: Kaieteur News)
• The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has provided Guyana with a shipment of COVID-19 vaccines. (Source: Guyana Times)

Environment

• The Guyana government has launched a project to protect the country's forests and wildlife. (Source: Stabroek News)
• The Ministry of Natural Resources has announced plans to establish a national park in the Kanuku Mountains. (Source: Guyana Chronicle)
• The Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) has launched a project to improve water supply in several communities. (Source: Kaieteur News)

Sports

• The Guyana national cricket team has won the Regional Super50 tournament. (Source: Guyana Times)
• The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) has launched a project to develop football in the country. (Source: Stabroek News)
• The Guyana Amateur Athletics Association (GAAA) has announced plans to host the National Championships. (Source: Kaieteur News)

These are just a few of the current news stories from Guyana.