Saturday 14th February, 2026 PRICE
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No.108074
House clears $1.558 trillion Budget 2026 ––to continue expansion of social safety nets, construction of transformational infrastructure, acceleration of human capital development
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Sir Ronald ‘well suited’ to guide UG at pivotal moment in Guyana’s development 02 PAGE
–– President Ali says, as renowned diplomat takes up post as UG’s 11th Chancellor
President Dr. Irfaan Ali on Friday said that the installation of the 11th Chancellor of the University of Guyana (UG), Sir Ronald Sanders, will position the institution to become more deeply embedded in global affairs (Office of the President photo)
‘Report them!’
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–– Health Minister tells patients who are being turned away from public health facilities
President Dr. Irfaan Ali on Friday met with a delegation from the University of Guyana Students’ Society (UGSS) led by its President, Tirishatha Semple. Semple, who was recently re-elected to serve a second term, was accompanied by several outgoing and incoming executives (Office of the President photo)
85% of women-owned Stabroek News to cease print businesses to participate publication from March 15 as 21 in AgroFest 2026 18 company enters voluntary liquidation PAGE
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Minister Walrond: Expanded support, investment to modernise Joint Services in 2026 11 PAGE