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President Dr Irfaan Ali proposed establishing 'GBA solution labs' to convert discussions into practical results for the Global Biodiversity Alliance (GBA) over the next year, noting the GBA now includes both small and large nations like India and China.
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International representatives at the Global Biodiversity Alliance (GBA) Conference praised Guyana's leadership in Global Biodiversity Conservation, with speakers emphasizing the need for international cooperation and financing to achieve environmental goals.
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Slingerz FC secured a decisive 8-0 win against West Side rivals Den Amstel FC in the GFF Elite League's 'West Side Derby' on November 1, 2026. The victory marked Slingerz's largest win over Den Amstel in the Elite League and contributed to their sixth consecutive match win this campaign.
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According to an economist, Ramesh Gampat, the Government of Guyana could withdraw approximately US$4.35 billion from the Natural Resource Fund (NRF) in 2027, nearly double the amount projected for this year, due to increased oil revenues.
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The Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat, has confirmed that ExxonMobil has made a new oil discovery in the Stabroek Block, with ongoing tests to determine the resources' commercial potential. This discovery, named Rockhead-1, was announced by the Minister on November 1, 2026, and is adjacent to the Ranger-1 discovery from 2018.
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Economist Dr. Kenrick Hunte has expressed concerns regarding the Guyana Development Bank's ability to properly evaluate agricultural loan applications, noting the bank's lack of agricultural expertise and credit staff despite receiving thousands of submissions.
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Police are investigating a boat incident that took place on Friday, October 30, 2026, near the Parika Stelling. The vessel, captained by a 52-year-old man from Bartica, had 30 people aboard when rough waters caused damage, but the captain steered it to safety.
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Kaieteur News reports that bilateral trade between the UK and Guyana has reached around £2.2 billion, with a business reception held by the British High Commission in Georgetown to mark the growing commercial ties. Key developments include the construction of a new terminal at Cheddi Jagan International Airport and an increase in the UK's country risk appetite for Guyana.
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A 33-year-old barber sustained a gunshot wound to his left foot during a robbery at his barbershop in Albouystown, Georgetown, on October 30, 2026, according to Kaieteur News.
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Police are investigating the death of 38-year-old security officer Nicolas Boyce, who was stabbed during a brawl on Friday, October 30, 2026, in La Retraite, West Bank Demerara. The incident reportedly began as an argument between Boyce and his 31-year-old common-law wife.
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Kaieteur News reports that Wendell Softley, 41, died in a fatal road accident on October 31, 2026, in West Coast Demerara, when his car struck a stationary truck.
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Slingerz plan to pursue a sixth consecutive victory and a share of the points lead when they play Den Amstel this Saturday during Guyana Football Federation (GFF) Elite League Season Eight at the National Training Centre, Providence, East Bank Demerara.