Guyana’s estimated population surpasses one million for the first time, according to the country’s Bureau of Statistics, with the figure rising to 1,025,334 by the end of 2025. Multiple outlets report that this milestone is highlighted in connection with World Population Day 2026 and reflects continued demographic growth. The Bureau’s estimates also show the population increased from 956,044 at the end of 2024 to 1,025,334 at the end of 2025. The reports attribute the growth to broader economic expansion, while noting that the demographic shift carries implications for public services and planning. Both sources emphasize that the increase strengthens the case for sustained investment in areas such as housing, healthcare, education, and employment opportunities to match a growing population. The Chief Statistician is cited in one account in relation to the milestone, underscoring that the estimates come from the national statistical authority. The reports present the figure as an official, estimated demographic milestone rather than a census result.