French Guiana

In Kourou, French Guiana, a public finance deficit of 17.7 million euros weighs on the municipal election campaign despite a budgetary recovery in 2015. The city, reliant on the space industry, faces demographic decline and high unemployment. Seven lists are competing to succeed Mayor François Ringuet.

January 31, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

A pirogue carrying seven people, including teachers, capsized on Saturday morning on the Maroni River near Grand-Santi in French Guiana. Three occupants were rescued, but four remain missing. Intensive searches are underway with helicopter and diver support.