🎯 BOUNTY BOARD — Saturday, February 7, 2026
Your weekly guide to what’s happening across Guyana! Events, deadlines, and community notices.
🏟️ TODAY: BAYROC NATIONAL STADIUM GRAND OPENING — LINDEN
Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Bayroc, Linden
The brand new Bayroc National Stadium opens TONIGHT with a packed programme:
- Athletics Championship
- Georgetown vs. Linden football match
- Pre-Mashramani Concert featuring Samuel Medas & Diana Chapman
One of five regional stadiums opening in 2026. International certification targeted within two years. FREE ENTRY (details from local authorities).
🏏 T20 WORLD CUP 2026 — WEST INDIES SCHEDULE
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is HERE! West Indies Group C matches:
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (GYT) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 7 | WI vs Scotland | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 5:30 AM |
| Feb 10 | WI vs TBD (Group stage) | India | TBA |
| Feb 13 | WI vs England | India | TBA |
Full knockout schedule: Sept 16-20 at Kensington Oval, Barbados (CPL Finals also there!)
CPL 2026 Finals Tickets: ON SALE NOW at www.cplt20.com. All four knockout matches at Kensington Oval.
🎉 MASHRAMANI 2026 CALENDAR
Republic Day: February 23, 2026
Key dates to watch:
- Pre-Mash events underway NOW across regions
- Calypso Monarch competition upcoming
- Costume band registrations — check with National Mash Committee
- Float parade — Georgetown, February 23
Start planning your outfits NOW! (And if your seamstress name “Beverly”… make backup plans.)
⚽ ELITE LEAGUE CUP 2026
Kick-off: Saturday, February 14 (Valentine’s Day!)
New GFF competition featuring 9 teams in 3 groups:
| Group A | Group B | Group C |
|---|---|---|
| Slingerz FC | GPF FC | GDF |
| Monedderlust | Santos | Western Tigers |
| Ann’s Grove United | Den Amstel | Fruta Conquerors |
Opening Day Double Header (Feb 14):
- GDF vs Fruta Conquerors
- GPF FC vs Den Amstel
Semi-finals: March 3 | Final: March 7
🩸 BLOOD DONATION DRIVE
The National Blood Transfusion Service (NBTS) is encouraging all eligible Guyanese to donate blood. Benefits include reduced stress, improved emotional well-being, and contributing to saving lives.
Who can donate: Anyone aged 16 and older Where:
- Central Blood Bank (GPHC compound, Georgetown)
- Regional hospitals in Regions 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, and 10
- Guyana Red Cross Society
- Empire Medical Centre Inc.
- Eureka Medical Laboratory
- New Vision Labs Inc.
Dr. Pedro Lewis says: Donating blood guarantees safe supply for those in need. Small act, BIG difference!
⛏️ MINING SECTOR DEADLINES
Dredge Licence Regularisation: One-month extension granted by GGMC. Miners must submit all outstanding documents to become fully compliant. Contact GGMC offices in your district.
Gold Declarations: 2026 target is 510,450 ounces. All registered dredges with NO declarations will be deregistered. Don’t wait!
⚖️ IMPORTANT: ICJ BORDER CASE
Oral Hearings Begin: May 4, 2026 — International Court of Justice, The Hague
The Guyana-Venezuela border case enters its most critical phase. Stay informed through official government updates and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
📅 UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Feb 7 | Bayroc Stadium Opening / T20 WC starts |
| Feb 9, 11, 12 | Mohamed extradition hearings continue |
| Feb 11 | Barbados General Election |
| Feb 14 | Elite League Cup kicks off / Valentine’s Day |
| Feb 23 | Mashramani — Republic Day! |
| Mar 3 | Phagwah (Holi) |
| May 4 | ICJ oral hearings begin |
Got a community event or notice? The Bounty Board runs every Saturday. Check back weekly for updates!
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