SNStabroek NewsGaps and inequities in Guyana’s governance structure offer opportunities for sincere change-makersJan 9, 2026KNKaieteur NewsStrengthening democracy is not a talk-shopJan 9, 2026
Strengthening democracy is not a talk-shop — Faiyaz Alli
Call for ethical alliances and broader participation to strengthen democracy under Guyana's current electoral rules.
KNKaieteur NewsWater delivery is being constrained by procurement gapsJan 9, 2026SNStabroek NewsMisalignment between water sector and house lot distribution inevitably leads to the first lagging behind the otherJan 9, 2026
Water delivery is being constrained by procurement gaps — Sherod Duncan
Water access delays linked to poor alignment between procurement of household connection materials and housing expansion plans.
KNKaieteur NewsOil Extraction in Guyana: Dependency or Development?Jan 9, 2026
↳Guyana’s oil sector as disciplined development tool — Walter H. Persaud
Article critiquing Guyana’s oil-led growth is portrayed as outdated and ignoring institutional and social reforms underway.
KNKaieteur NewsIn light of corruption, President Trump should direct usage of Guyana oil revenuesJan 9, 2026
↳Trump should control Guyana’s oil revenues — Nathan Barton
Letter supports US-style external oversight of Guyana’s oil revenues to reduce corruption and poverty.
SNStabroek NewsAll of the people of Guyana are entitled to consultations prior to implementation of government plans, contracts and policiesJan 9, 2026
Guyanese deserve to see plans and contracts before implementation — K. Sharma Solomon
Government initiatives are portrayed as lacking transparency and consultation, with citizens entitled to see plans before rollout.
SNStabroek NewsGovernment’s declared 5-year 40,000 home construction is both flawed and impracticalJan 9, 2026
Government’s 40,000 homes plan called flawed and impractical — Leyland Chitlall Roopnaraine
Government’s 40,000-home pledge portrayed as unrealistic given weak planning, infrastructure and construction oversight.
SNStabroek NewsComplex global environments mean small countries like Guyana must coordinate interwoven approaches for human rights and diplomacyJan 9, 2026
Guyana’s migration pressures and regional security risks — Blane R. Bunbury
Growing migration to Guyana and regional deportations are linked to concerns over crime, social cohesion and security policy.
SNStabroek NewsDevelopmental aid and possible détenteJan 9, 2026
Guyana should seek Chinese help to modernise power grid — Jamil Changlee
Letter urges Guyana to seek Chinese and US-linked partners to modernise its grid and expand solar to reduce blackouts.
SNStabroek NewsRodrigues’ US IRS Form 1098 raises more red flagsJan 9, 2026
Rodrigues’ US IRS Form 1098 raises more red flags — Hemdutt Kumar
Rodrigues’ use of a redacted IRS Form 1098 to justify her US mortgage is portrayed as inconsistent and lacking transparency.
SNStabroek NewsLet the facts determine guilt or noneJan 9, 2026
Minister Rodrigues should get the benefit of the doubt — GHK Lall
Minister Susan Rodrigues is defended as entitled to presumption of innocence amid allegations over Florida property and finances.
SNStabroek NewsNIS confirms my vouchers are available for pick-upJan 9, 2026
NIS confirms my vouchers are available for pick-up — F. Mohamed
Writer reports that NIS has confirmed their vouchers are ready for collection after resolving a communication issue.
SNStabroek NewsRodrigues’ allegations represent a true test for Ali’s anti-corruption promisesJan 9, 2026
Rodrigues’ allegations represent a true test for Ali’s anti-corruption promises — Lorenzo Joseph
Allegations over Minister Rodrigues’ wealth are portrayed as a key test of President Ali’s anti-corruption commitments.
SNStabroek NewsExtradition hearing delayJan 9, 2026
Questions on extradition hearing delay and budget — Shamshun Mohamed
Adjourned extradition hearing raises questions about Parliament, budget timing and wider national implications.
KNKaieteur NewsAmerican geostrategic interests & dissension in Guyana’s regionJan 9, 2026
US geostrategic power and intervention in Venezuela — Vishnu Bisram
US intervention in Venezuela framed as typical great-power realpolitik driven by national security and geostrategic interests.