Guyana

Ministry outraged by online sharing of child assault case: The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security condemned the circulation of sensitive information on social media regarding a child sexual assault case, reminding the public of Section 10(2) of the Childcare and Protection Agency Act.

Symposium on child protection highlights legal framework: The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security hosted a symposium to educate childcare personnel on legal procedures and appropriate responses to child abuse cases, emphasizing the Childcare and Protection Agency Act of 2009.

Nandlall announces revision of cybercrime law: Attorney General Anil Nandlall reiterated the ongoing review of the Cybercrime Act to address the unregulated use of social media and its impact on citizens' reputations, with amendments expected to be tabled in October.

Attorney General announces review of Cybercrime Act: The Attorney General announced the government's intention to conduct an extensive review of the Cybercrime Act to address social media attacks and ensure compliance with international standards.

Digital Identity Card Act 2023 gazetted: This Act, passed on August 9, 2023, and gazetted on August 16, 2023, provides for digital identity management, though not directly related to adult content age verification.

Article highlights penalties for sharing child pornography: Kaieteur News reports on the criminal offenses and penalties under the Cybercrime Act for producing, distributing, or possessing child pornography, emphasizing jail time and hefty fines.

US Human Rights Report 2022 published: The report notes the legal age of sexual consent in Guyana is 16 and highlights laws related to child pornography.

Data Protection Act 2023 passed: The Data Protection Act 2023 was passed to protect personal data, but as of February 2025, a commencement order for its provisions had not been found, meaning it is not yet effective.

Cybercrime Act 2018 enacted: The Cybercrime Act defines 'child pornography' to include computer-generated images and explicitly prohibits its production, distribution, possession, and access. It also includes provisions against 'obscene' or 'indecent' material online and child luring.

Telecommunications Act 2016 enacted: This Act repealed the Telecommunications Act 1990 and established a new framework for the telecommunications sector. It also saw the Cybercrime Bill 2016 being published.

Discussion of upcoming Cyber Crime Bill: News outlets report on the government's intention to introduce a Cyber Crime law to prohibit child pornography and sharing of nude images, outlining proposed penalties.

Broadcasting Act 2011 enacted: This Act provides for the regulation of broadcasting services, including rules on content related to 'good taste or decency' and the timing of 'pornographic material' when children are expected to be using services.

Sexual Offences Act enacted: This Act criminalizes sexual activity with a child below the age of 16, establishing 16 as the legal age of consent for sexual activity.

Childcare and Protection Agency Act enacted: This Act defines 'child' as a person under 18 and includes concepts of child sexual exploitation and abuse within its definition of 'abuse'.