Latest news in Guyana? September 25th, 2026
25-09-2026
Key news developments in Guyana around September 25, 2026:
UN General Assembly & Venezuela Border Dispute: President Dr. Irfaan Ali, addressing international engagements at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, reiterated that Guyana sought resolution via the International Court of Justice (ICJ) after decades of bilateral dialogue and firmly urged Venezuela to respect the forthcoming ICJ ruling regarding the Essequibo border controversy. He also called on global leaders to back Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett’s candidacy for senior UN leadership.
Energy & Hydropower Infrastructure: The government is evaluating competitive bids for the Amaila Falls Hydropower Project, with the US Export-Import (EXIM) Bank signaling financing interest as Guyana pushes to lower electricity costs and diversify its energy matrix alongside offshore gas-to-energy initiatives.
Environmental Defense: Authorities announced that Guyana expanded its mangrove coverage by 324 hectares during the first half of 2026, significantly strengthening natural coastal defenses against rising sea levels.
Legal & Regulatory Tightening: Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Anil Nandlall publicly clarified that civilian purchase, sale, and possession of Tasers are strictly illegal under the Firearms Act. Concurrently, the administration announced plans to tighten regulations regarding the granting of Guyanese citizenship and land ownership by foreign nationals.
Sports Administration: Caribbean Premier League (CPL) Chief Executive Officer Pete Russell announced plans to step down from his post following the conclusion of the 2026 tournament.