Latest news in Guyana? September 6th, 2026
06-09-2026
The latest key news developments in Guyana:
- Temporary U.S. Deportee Agreement: The Government of Guyana announced an agreement to temporarily host a limited, vetted group of non-criminal third-country nationals deported from the United States under the Assisted Voluntary Return Program. The first group of six individuals (from Cuba and Afghanistan) arrived in Georgetown, with operational and housing logistics managed and funded by the UN International Organization for Migration (IOM). Demerara Waves+ 1
- Domestic Politics and Security Concerns: Chief Magistrate Judy Latchman rejected a prosecution bid to revoke or alter the bail conditions for Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed. This followed a police investigation involving detained drone operators reportedly spotted operating near President Irfaan Ali’s private residence in Leonora. inewsguyana.com+ 1
- Infrastructure and Copper Cable Thefts: The Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce issued warnings to scrap-metal dealers following the theft of high-value copper cables from the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge project. Law enforcement has arrested and prosecuted several individuals in connection with the incident. inewsguyana.com
- Regional Healthcare Development: The government commissioned a new 218.6 million Guyanese dollar Regional Medical Distribution Centre in Region 10 (Upper Demerara-Berbice) to streamline the supply of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies across the district. guyanatimesgy.com