Illegal Mining Crackdown: Four more non-nationals were arrested in the Potaro Mining District as GGMC Corps of Wardens uncovered hidden excavators, trucks, dredges, generators, pumps and metal detectors, with the seized equipment pointing to a wider operation. Market Upgrade: Region Three broke ground on a new $1.5B Pouderoyen Market to replace the old facility and expand space for vendors and entrepreneurs, with completion targeted in 18 months. Power Reliability: GPL says it’s adding generation and transmission to handle rising electricity demand during the dry, hot season, while the Opposition argues blackouts persist despite major spending. Human Rights & Hinterland Access: Indigenous leader Mark Rodrigues alleges political interference and neglect in Region Nine investigations, linking the crisis to difficult rainy-season logistics and rising abuse in hinterland villages. Water & Plastic Cuts in Schools: FLOW water purification systems were commissioned at 19 Region Six secondary schools and TVET institutions, aiming to reduce bottled-water spending and single-use plastic. Regional Knowledge: Traditional healers from Guyana, Suriname and Brazil launched a Regional Traditional Knowledge and Healers Network at Iwokrama to push Indigenous medicinal knowledge into healthcare systems. Agriculture Tech Link: Guyana and Qatar signed an MoU to boost agricultural technology and more sustainable farming practices. Mining Deal: Mako Mining signed a 10-year mineral agreement for the Eagle Mountain gold project in Region Eight, with permitting and approvals next. Workplace Safety: An OSH Centre of Excellence was commissioned in Region Six to train for safer workplaces and strengthen safety culture. Climate Warning: A commentary notes the world has broken the 1.5°C promise, warning small states will keep paying for damage they didn’t cause.