Commissioning of Trafalgar Solar Farm Marks Milestone for Renewable Energy in Guyana

A four megawatt peak (MWp) solar farm was officially commissioned by Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips on Saturday at Trafalgar, Region Five (Mahaica-Berbice). The installation represents a significant step toward sustainable energy development in the region. The Trafalgar Solar Farm was constructed at an estimated cost of US$8 million, fully financed through the Guyana–Norway […]

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VPAC Guyana Reports Concerns Over Demerara River Bridge Defects

The Vigilant Political Action Committee (VPAC) has raised alarms regarding the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge, citing visible signs of defects less than four months after its opening. Issues such as surface depressions, uneven roadway transitions, and other indications of premature distress have emerged, prompting serious concerns about the quality of construction and adherence to […]

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Regional Police Division Five Sees Nearly 50% Reduction in Crime for 2025

Regional Police Division Five (Mahaica-Berbice) reported a remarkable 49.9% reduction in overall crime for 2025, alongside significant improvements in road safety. This information was presented by Divisional Commander Senior Superintendent Lonsdale Withrite during the Division’s Annual Christmas Breakfast and Awards Ceremony held at the Regional Police Headquarters in Fort Wellington. Key Statistics and Achievements Commander […]

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PNCR Leader Aubrey Norton Urges Caution Amidst US-Venezuela Controversy

Aubrey Norton, the Leader of the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR), has emphasized the importance for Guyana to focus on its national interests and avoid getting embroiled in the ongoing controversy between the United States and Venezuela. The situation has escalated amid claims that Venezuela is being led by a narcotrafficker. During a press conference […]

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Police Investigate Suspected Cannabis Discovery at Itaballi Checkpoint

Police ranks in Regional Division #7 are investigating the discovery of a quantity of suspected cannabis found on Friday at the Itaballi Police Checkpoint in Region Seven (Cuyuni – Mazaruni). According to a release from Police Headquarters, officers were performing their duties at the checkpoint when a motor pick-up, registration number GVV 3523, arrived at […]

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Fire Update: Suspect Detained in House Fire at Salton Farm, Corentyne

A man has been detained for questioning in connection with the fire that destroyed a house at Salton Farm in Corentyne, Berbice, on Friday night. Samantha Crawford, a 44-year-old housewife, was residing in a two-story, three-bedroom home at Lot 9, Salton Farm. In an interview with reporters, Samantha explained that she had left her house […]

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Tribute to Ron Robinson from President Dr. Irfaan Ali

Ron Robinson was a son of Guyana whose voice became part of our nation’s soul. For decades, Guyanese awoke to his mellifluous tones, guiding us into each new day with his trademark wit, unvarnished intelligence, and a grace that only true masters of the craft possess. He was not merely a broadcaster; for years, he […]

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Ministry of Natural Resources Urges Cessation of Raw Gold Payments to Workers

The Ministry of Natural Resources has issued a strong warning to miners across Guyana, urging them to discontinue the practice of paying workers in raw gold. This illegal method of compensation undermines transparency, weakens gold declarations, and exposes workers to potential exploitation and unsafe practices. The call came during a high-level meeting held on December […]

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Weldaad Police Station Delivers Christmas Hamper to Senior Citizen

Earlier Yesterday, Friday, December 12, 2025, a welfare exercise was conducted in the Weldaad community on the West Coast Berbice. As part of an ongoing initiative to support vulnerable and elderly residents, a special Christmas hamper was delivered to Ms. Wendie Wilson, a pensioner of Weldaad Village. The hamper, which contained a variety of essential […]

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Concerns Raised Over Promised Infrastructure in Den Heuvel, Soesdyke

Residents of Den Heuvel, Soesdyke expressed their dissatisfaction during a recent visit by the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party, highlighting unfulfilled promises by the PPP government regarding infrastructure development. They had been assured of the construction of a main access road before the elections, a promise made during President Ali’s campaign in their community. […]

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Breaking News: House Fire in Slaton Village, Corentyne, Berbice

A fire broke out inside a house at Slaton Village, Corentyne, Berbice around 9:00 PM tonight. The cause of the fire is currently unknown, and it is unclear whether anyone was inside the building at the time of the incident. Firefighters were contacted and responded swiftly to the scene. Eyewitnesses reported seeing flames and smoke […]

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Tribute to Ron Robinson: A Giant in Guyanese Broadcasting

Mohabir Anil Nandlall SC MP : The announcement of Ron Robinson’s passing at the age of 79 marks a significant loss for Guyana’s broadcasting and creative arts landscape. Robinson began his illustrious broadcasting career on August 1, 1965, at the British Guiana Broadcasting Service, and remained in the field until nearly the end of his […]

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Elderly Painter Found Dead Near Ruimveldt Police Station

An elderly man known as ‘Kenny the painter’ was discovered lying face down near the Ruimveldt Police Station on Thursday morning. The man, identified only as a resident of Alexander Village, Georgetown, was pronounced dead by Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) from the Guyana Fire Service at approximately 10:33 AM. When Kaieteur News arrived on the […]

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Guyana Press Association Mourns Veteran Broadcaster Ron Robinson

The Guyana Press Association (GPA) is mourning the passing of veteran broadcaster Ron Robinson, who quietly passed away at his home at the age of 79. Known for his professionalism, authority, and engaging presence on radio, television, and online platforms, Robinson was one of Guyana’s longest-serving broadcasters. His career spanned nearly six decades, during which […]

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WIN Party Demands Election of Opposition Leader Amidst Parliamentary Delays

The We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party is actively seeking the prompt election of a Leader of the Opposition, believing that the Speaker of the National Assembly, Manzoor Nadir, is stalling the process to favor the governing People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C). The party has reached out to several regional and international bodies, including the Inter-Parliamentary […]

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Minister of Public Utilities Addresses Power Outages and Emergency Response

Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation, Deodat Indar, has assured the public that emergency teams are on standby to address power issues following two recent outages that affected sections of the country. The Ministry of Public Utilities and Aviation, in collaboration with Guyana Power and Light (GPL), has commissioned over 30 emergency teams nationwide to […]

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