Guyana Development Bank: Finance Minister Ashni Singh signed the commencement order to operationalise the Guyana Development Bank, with a first US$100M tranche and a planned Oct 5 launch. Opposition Pushback: WIN leader Azruddin Mohamed warns the bank’s law lacks strong anti-corruption safeguards and accountability. GECOM Trial: Former GECOM IT manager Aneal Giddings testified he was alone in the tabulation centre with SOPs after suspensions followed his “unauthorized” server seizure. Judiciary Accountability: AG Anil Nandlall says judicial officers must not be “unaccountable” to the public. Teachers’ Rights: Caribbean Union of Teachers launches a regional campaign backing Guyana Teachers’ Union over the suspended check-off of union dues. Energy & Cost of Living: Opposition and government trade barbs over GPL grid works and whether promised tariff relief is real. Oil Revenue Outlook: Mid-year reports project about US$6.5B in petroleum revenue for 2026 and exports topping US$15B in the first half. Public Health: Health Minister Frank Anthony says Guyana is nearing certified elimination status for lymphatic filariasis while strengthening HIV clinical capacity. Education: Ministry of Education launches the 2026 TVET Fair, pushing practical skills and region-by-region TVET centres. Local Works: Windsor Forest sea defence enters a second phase; Craig to Land of Canaan highway advances under a major $52B road push. Business & Finance: AmCham hails Citi’s Georgetown office opening as confidence grows. Sports: Imran Tahir celebrates a milestone in CPL as Guyana’s Amazon Warriors press on.