A total of 126 criminal cases are scheduled for trial at the January 2026 session of the Demerara Criminal Assizes, reflecting a significant decline in the number of cases over recent years. This reduction in caseload signifies improvements in judicial capacity and efficiency within the Guyanese legal system. In January 2023, the Assizes had 308 […]
The Guyana Press Association (GPA) has issued a press statement condemning recent remarks by Speaker of the National Assembly, Mr. Nadir, regarding media access during parliamentary sessions. The association asserts that his comments made during the 3rd Sitting of the House on February 2 and 3 contained significant misrepresentations. The GPA clarified that the Speaker […]
A heated debate unfolded yesterday in Parliament as Opposition Members of Parliament Gordon Barker from the WIN party and Coretta McDonald of the APNU confronted Education Minister Sonia Parag regarding budgetary allocations for the Education Ministry and the overall state of the education sector. MP Barker raised concerns about the government’s school feeding program, questioning […]
Big Smith News Watch Reports | Odel Garnett, also known as “Crab,” has been formally committed to stand trial in the High Court for the murder of seven-year-old Jeremiah Gustave, who tragically lost his life after being struck by a stray bullet during a shooting incident in Charlestown. Garnett was arrested and charged with murder […]
A suspected human skull was discovered on the Number One Foreshore in Albion, Corentyne, prompting an ongoing police investigation. The discovery occurred around 11:22 AM when a 23-year-old employee of the National Drainage and Irrigation Authority, who was working in the area, stumbled upon what appeared to be a human skull. After making the unsettling […]
In a live Facebook broadcast this morning, President Irfaan Ali announced that Guyana’s unemployment rate has significantly decreased over the four-year period from 2020 to 2024, and the trend continues downward. Expressing his satisfaction, the President highlighted improvements in job availability, particularly among women and youth. He attributed the positive change to government policies that […]
A carpenter has pleaded guilty to the murder of a businessman during a robbery in Williamsburg, Corentyne Berbice, in 2023. Satish Ramnaraise, also known as “Chico,” 39, appeared before Justice Deborah Kumar on Tuesday afternoon and admitted to the murder of 79-year-old Akbhar Sain, which occurred on October 18, 2023. Ramnaraise, represented by Attorney Sasha […]
Authorities are investigating two firearm-related incidents that occurred on Monday night in Regions Nine and Four ‘C’, leading to the recovery of illegal weapons and the arrest of two individuals. The first incident unfolded around 19:05 hrs in Hiawa Village, Central Rupununi, where police officers from Regional Division #9 responded to a report of threatening […]
The sugar sector took center stage on Tuesday as Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha and Opposition Parliamentarian Vishnu Panday engaged in a heated exchange during the ongoing Budget Debate. Amid their clash emerged a significant announcement from Mustapha, who presented the Guyana Sugar Corporation’s (GuySuCo) five-year strategic plan, projecting a return to profitability by 2030. Mustapha […]
Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Sarah Browne, has announced major initiatives under Budget 2026 aimed at enhancing support for Guyana’s Indigenous Peoples. Key measures include increased funding for education and the construction of a new Amerindian Hostel. Enhanced Support for Students A significant change in the Hinterland Scholarship Programme is set to benefit students pursuing secondary […]
On Tuesday, Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodrigues, presented a comprehensive outline of initiatives under Budget 2026 aimed at enhancing tourism, bolstering small and medium-sized businesses, improving transport infrastructure, and alleviating the cost of living for Guyanese citizens. During the second day of the Budget 2026 debates in the National Assembly, Rodrigues emphasized […]
On Thursday, January 29, 2026, an armed assault occurred at a mining camp along the Cuyuni River, where three masked gunmen opened fire during an attack on miners. Fortunately, no valuables were taken, and no injuries were reported. The incident unfolded around 8:15 PM when an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) arrived at the camp, bringing the […]
Dexter Philadelphia, a 51-year-old contractor from Number 51 Village, has been committed to stand trial for the alleged rape of a child under 16 years. Also known as “Dexter Clarke,” he appeared before Justice Deborah Kumar at the Berbice High Court on Tuesday, where he pleaded not guilty to the charges against him. The incident […]
Keon Johnson, a 21-year-old gold miner from Mongrippa Hill, has been charged with several traffic offenses, including Dangerous Driving, Breach of Condition of the Prescribed Certificate of Fitness, and Driving a Motor Vehicle While Exceeding the Prescribed Breath Alcohol Limit. These charges are in violation of the Motor Vehicle and Road Traffic Act, Chapter 51:02. […]
A collision between a truck and a car early Monday morning along the Brahan Public Road resulted in three individuals sustaining injuries. The incident occurred around 5:00 AM when a car with registration number PAN 852, driven by 25-year-old Vinod Rahim, was traveling west along the southern side of the roadway. At the same time, […]
The Parliament of Guyana has issued a statement regarding recent concerns raised by certain media groups about access to proceedings in the National Assembly. Notably, it has come to light that there were instances when private media seats went unoccupied for several hours, despite claims of a pressing need for more seating. The Parliament reaffirmed […]
Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill delivered a robust defense of Budget 2026 on Monday, countering claims from the opposition that it lacks provisions for the people. He emphasized that the budget is designed to combine growth and fairness while ensuring opportunities for all citizens. Opening the Budget Debates at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre, […]
The three opposition-nominated Elections Commissioners have consented to meet with the Leader of the Opposition, Azruddin Mohamed, under the condition that their removal from the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) will not be part of the discussion. Initially, Mohamed had hoped to convene with Commissioners Vincent Alexander, Charles Corbin, and Desmond Trotman at the WIN party […]
Opening the 2026 Budget Debates this afternoon, Dr. Andre Lewis, Member of Parliament for the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party, raised concerns over the Government’s reported gold declarations for 2025. He suggested that the figures may have been inflated to portray a more positive image of the sector’s performance. In his budget presentation last […]
In a passionate address to the National Assembly, APNU Member of Parliament Vinceroy Jordan delivered a scathing critique of the national budget, asserting that while it may appear large in scale, it lacks the necessary measures to lift Guyanese out of poverty. He emphasized that the budget fails to effectively address the pressing cost of […]
