GTGuyana TimesGuyana no longer structurally poor countryFeb 5, 2026SNStabroek NewsGuyana is successfully transitioning into a state of high human development, as per UNDP dataFeb 5, 2026KNKaieteur NewsHuman development is Guyana is rising by any measureFeb 7, 2026
↳Guyana no longer structurally poor country — Randy Persaud & Tarron Khemraj
UNDP indices are cited to show Guyana’s rapid shift to high human development and low multidimensional poverty levels.
SNStabroek NewsI suggest deeper collaboration between the private sector and the state regarding hinterland securityFeb 5, 2026KNKaieteur NewsModernising Hinterland Security: A Professional Response to Recent ChallengesFeb 5, 2026
↳Deeper collaboration on hinterland mining security — Walter H. Persaud
Letter urges public–private collaboration to upgrade security technology and standards in Guyana’s mining hinterland.
GTGuyana TimesPro bono or prohibited? Christopher Ram’s own admissions raise serious questionsFeb 5, 2026SNStabroek NewsThe real issue is not whether Mr. Ram was paid but whether his actions violated international sanctions normsFeb 6, 2026
↳Pro bono or prohibited? Christopher Ram’s own admissions raise serious questions — Erin Northe
Christopher Ram’s pro bono work for an OFAC-sanctioned figure is portrayed as potential material support breaching sanctions norms.
GTGuyana TimesNewest form of squatting must be addressed swiftlyFeb 5, 2026KNKaieteur NewsNew form of squatting must be addressedFeb 8, 2026
Newest form of squatting must be addressed swiftly — Neil Adams
Informal use of government reserves and roadways for business and parking is portrayed as escalating lawlessness needing enforcement.
SNStabroek NewsBullies internalize and regurgitate those behaviours because bullyism was allowed to normalize with protectionFeb 5, 2026
↳Bullying in schools mirrors tolerated abuses of power — Bonita Harris
Bullying in schools is linked to broader societal abuses of power and requires systemic change beyond digital tools and policies.
SNStabroek NewsThe Opposition missed an important opportunity to test the reliability of the government’s policiesFeb 5, 2026
↳Opposition missed chance to test budget agriculture claims — Surujdai Juglall
Government claims on agriculture-led food security are questioned using export data and persistent high prices.
KNKaieteur NewsResponding to attack on KN media personsFeb 5, 2026
↳Responding to Freddie Kissoon’s attacks and distortions — Vishnu Bisram
Freddie Kissoon’s credibility and attacks on various Guyanese writers and politicians are challenged as misleading and spiteful.
SNStabroek NewsThe Gov’t must clarify Guyana’s position on ExxonMobil’s CEO Woods’ comment about ‘force majeure’Feb 5, 2026
Gov’t must clarify Guyana’s position on Exxon’s force majeure claim — Andre Brandli, Darsh Khusial & 2 others
Exxon’s force majeure stance and Guyana’s weak enforcement raise doubts over Stabroek Block relinquishment obligations.
SNStabroek NewsUpper echelons of government and Public Works’ engineers are invited for an overnight in Kildonan or Bush LotFeb 5, 2026
An invitation to experience Corentyne’s nightly truck torment — Jay Mobeen
Residents’ sleep and homes along the Corentyne Highway portrayed as damaged by speeding heavy trucks and poor road works.
SNStabroek NewsGuySuCo’s staff salary increase arbitrarily withdrawnFeb 5, 2026
GuySuCo staff salary increase arbitrarily withdrawn — Emily Joseph
GuySuCo workers’ documented wage increases are described as abruptly withdrawn, causing financial hardship and distrust in management.
SNStabroek NewsSome disturbing trends in Budget 2026 numbersFeb 5, 2026
Some disturbing trends in Budget 2026 numbers — Hemdutt Kumar
Budget 2026 figures are portrayed as enabling voter roll manipulation and weakening GECOM oversight in an election year.
SNStabroek NewsIt would appear that the PPP’s fraternization with Ram was only for convenient purposesFeb 5, 2026
Defending Christopher Ram from PPP attacks — Khemraj Harryram
PPP attacks on Christopher Ram portrayed as hypocritical given his past role defending Guyana's democracy.
KNKaieteur NewsUrgent probe into employment of Mahdia Town Clerk, resignations of Mayor and DeputyFeb 5, 2026
Probe ministerial interference and corruption at Mahdia council — Sherwin C. Benjamin
Mahdia Town Council resignations linked to alleged ministerial interference and corruption, prompting calls for an urgent probe.
KNKaieteur NewsThe crooked comfort of irrelevance: How APNU’s desperation is undermining democracyFeb 5, 2026
APNU’s grip on GECOM and the crisis of legitimacy — Hemdutt Kumar
APNU’s refusal to relinquish GECOM opposition seats is portrayed as illegitimate power retention after losing electoral relevance.
KNKaieteur News‘Easy lesson good for dunce’Feb 5, 2026
Questions on GPL contract, food security and the dollar rate — Hamilton Green
Government handling of GPL contract, food security policy and Guyana dollar exchange rate questioned.
KNKaieteur NewsEnsuring economic progress is felt by working familiesFeb 5, 2026
Ensuring economic progress is felt by working families — Lorenzo Joseph
President Ali’s labour market gains are questioned as many workers still struggle with living costs and job quality.
GSGuyana StandardFast Profit is Maes School’s main priorityFeb 5, 2026
Fast Profit is Maes School’s main priority — Anonymous
Maes School’s management is portrayed as prioritising profit over parents’ costs and students’ welfare.