Opinion

Azizi Christiani Guyana TimesNazar Mohamed’s outburst of hate that belittles, denigrates, dehumanises Afro-GuyaneseJan 24, 2026Guyana ChronicleYoung Afro-Guyanese calls on Nazar Mohamed to apologise for racist rantJan 24, 2026

Leaked voicenote of Nazar Mohamed portrayed as racist attack on Afro-Guyanese, prompting calls for a clear public apology.

Jerry Jailall Stabroek NewsChronic issues I’d like to see addressed in Budget 2026Jan 24, 2026Kaieteur News2026 Budget must increase minimum wage, fix education, NIS, and Post OfficesJan 26, 2026

Budget 2026 is urged to raise minimum wage and address systemic problems in education, NIS, and postal infrastructure.

Jonathan Subrian Stabroek NewsAdherence to Section 26 of the FMAA is essential so that resources are reallocated to national priorities in a transparent mannerJan 24, 2026Kaieteur NewsGuyana’s commitment to fiscal responsibility must be demonstrated not only in law but also in practiceJan 24, 2026

Questions whether unspent budget funds are returned to the Consolidated Fund on time and in full compliance with Section 26 of the FMAA.

Fernando Balkaran Stabroek NewsRegrettable that the Speaker’s comments widened his office beyond neutralityJan 24, 2026Kaieteur NewsThe Speaker and the boundaries of constitutional discretionJan 24, 2026

Speaker Manzoor Nadir’s public comments portrayed as exceeding the neutral, constitutionally guided limits of his office.

P Easton Guyana TimesGuyana cannot revisit a chapter of its history defined by division, instability, economic declineJan 24, 2026

Guyana’s opposition leadership choices are portrayed as crucial to protecting recent democratic and economic progress.

Upliftment Alliance for Black Communities Guyana TimesSafeguarding Guyana’s Democratic Institutions and National ProgressJan 24, 2026

Potential elevation of Azruddin Mohamed as Opposition Leader portrayed as a threat to confidence in Guyana’s institutions.

Ravin Singh Guyana TimesThe Mohameds believe favours create servants beholden to themJan 24, 2026

Mohamed family’s treatment of beneficiaries portrayed as pattern of using favours to demand loyalty and publicly shame perceived ingrates.

Keith Bernard Stabroek NewsGovernment would do well to align its Budget 2026 with the World Bank’s 2026 global outlookJan 24, 2026

World Bank’s 2026 outlook used to question whether Guyana’s oil-funded Budget 2026 plans are fiscally sustainable.

Name and Address Withheld Stabroek NewsAssault victim waiting more than six months for accused’s appeal to be heardJan 24, 2026

Delay and missing records in an assault convict's appeal portrayed as example of systemic injustice affecting poor defendants.

Tara Singh Stabroek NewsShifting political dynamicsJan 24, 2026

Guyana's 2025 elections recast opposition politics as the new WIN party reshapes APNU's role and raises sanctions-related questions.

Narissa Deokarran Stabroek NewsI implore the Chief Education Officer to meet and resolve known outstanding issues that are taking a toll on my mental well-beingJan 24, 2026

Teacher describes unresolved accusations by education officers and requests apology and meeting with the Chief Education Officer.

E.B. John Stabroek NewsLittle or nothing is being said about human resources development at GuySuCoJan 24, 2026

GuySuCo’s neglect of human resources development is highlighted as a key factor behind ongoing poor productivity and performance.

Shamshun Mohamed Stabroek NewsWhatever happened to the inter-regional ferry?Jan 24, 2026

Status of previously announced inter-regional ferry service questioned after launch of new cruise ship.

Faiyaz Alli Stabroek NewsWhy calls for Nadir’s resignation are justifiedJan 24, 2026

Speaker Manzoor Nadir’s conduct toward opposition MPs portrayed as partisan, prompting calls for his resignation or removal.

Ayanna Isaacs Stabroek NewsThese parliamentary visits have set a precedentJan 24, 2026

Visits by diplomats and private sector to the Speaker for clarification are portrayed as a new precedent for parliamentary access.

Hemdutt Kumar Kaieteur News“How to beat a red notice: Power, silence and the Vitesh Guptar extradition”Jan 24, 2026

Handling of the Vitesh Guptar extradition is portrayed as selectively weak, raising concerns about unequal justice and political influence.

Coretta McDonald Kaieteur NewsWhen schools mirror society: Violence against teachers, indiscipline, and erosion of respect for rulesJan 24, 2026

Violence in Guyanese schools is portrayed as part of wider social breakdown and a failure to enforce discipline and support teachers.