Big Smith News Watch Reports | A 28-year-old contractor from Amelia’s Ward, Martin Fraser, has been remanded to prison following charges of illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition. Fraser, of Castello Avenue in Central Amelia’s Ward, was accused of possessing an unlicensed firearm and matching rounds on December 1, 2025. The charges were filed […]
Azruddin Mohamed, leader of the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party, has officially appealed to CARICOM Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett for intervention in what he describes as a “stalled and troubling” process regarding the election of a Leader of the Opposition in Guyana. In a letter sent on Tuesday, which was later shared on WIN’s […]
Five of the six charges against 36-year-old businessman Bradly Sampson, also known as “Doggie,” were dismissed during a hearing at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday. Initially, Sampson faced multiple charges stemming from incidents that occurred on July 15, 2025, at the Square of the Revolution. He pleaded not guilty to allegations of unlawfully wounding […]
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) has made history by successfully completing a series of chain kidney transplants, the first of their kind not only for Guyana but for the entire Caribbean. A chain kidney transplant involves pairs of patients in need of a kidney transplant and donors willing to donate on their behalf. In […]
The Ministry of Labour and Manpower Planning, through its Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Department, recently carried out an offshore inspection of the Prosperity Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel. The inspection aimed to evaluate the vessel’s compliance with Guyana’s OSH Act and the ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management Standards. The inspection […]
Authorities have launched an investigation following the discovery of a suspected RF-15 rifle and ammunition during an intelligence-led operation at 77 Miles, Unamco Road. This incident is part of a concerning trend of firearm finds reported across Guyana in recent days. The discovery occurred around 11:30 AM on Tuesday during routine patrols in a remote […]
In a significant move to support vulnerable citizens, President Dr. Irfaan Ali announced on Wednesday that all persons living with disabilities in Guyana will receive a one-off cash grant of $50,000 before the end of this month. During a Christmas luncheon commemorating International Day for Persons with Disabilities, President Ali stated, “I have instructed that […]
News Room Guyana Reports | A young mother from Corentyne is seeking clarity and support after her newborn was reportedly taken from her care while she was recovering at the New Amsterdam Public Hospital. Keshma Jagdeo, 20, from Miss Phoebe, Port Mourant, recounted that she went to the Port Mourant Public Hospital on Wednesday, October […]
The case involving four suspects charged in connection with the deadly bombing at a Regent Street gas station has been adjourned to December 16, 2025. The delay follows the prosecution’s disclosure that critical evidence is still undergoing analysis abroad. The proceedings took place on Wednesday morning at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court, presided over by Acting […]
Attorney General Anil Nandlall, SC, has addressed concerns regarding the Government’s newly announced motor-vehicle tint policy during his weekly Issues in the News program on Tuesday night. Nandlall emphasized that the measure is part of a comprehensive reform of traffic laws aimed at enhancing safety and reducing accidents on the nation’s roadways. Nandlall pointed to […]
Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, SC, has firmly rejected claims that the government’s rollout of digital identity cards poses any threat to citizens’ privacy. During his weekly “Issues in the News” programme, he emphasized that necessary legal safeguards are already in place and that only public-domain information is being collected in […]
A mutual agreement has been reached between the Honourable Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya Manickchand, and the vendors at Parika Market during a constructive engagement held today. The vendors have agreed to fully relocate inside the market by midnight on December 29, 2025. The decision aims to clear the roadways currently used […]
The Guyana Police Force is investigating the discovery of suspected cannabis found in cargo at the Airways facility at Eugene F. Correia International Airport. On Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at approximately 11:25 AM, police conducted searches of cargo and uncovered thirteen small zip-lock bags containing leaves, seeds, and stems believed to be cannabis. The items […]
The Guyana Police Force is currently investigating the discovery of firearms, ammunition, and a substantial amount of cash following an operation on Wednesday at Redwood Crescent, Mackenzie, Linden. A 30-year-old businessman residing at the location has been taken into custody during the operation. Law enforcement conducted a thorough search of the house, which led to […]
Budendra Singh, a 32-year-old motor lorry driver from Enmore, East Coast Demerara, has been charged in connection with a fatal accident that occurred on September 7, 2025, on the Enmore New Housing Scheme Access Road. The incident resulted in the death of Kimberly Singh. The allegation against Singh is that he operated a motor vehicle […]
Ganesh Racktoo, a minibus driver, has been charged in relation to a fatal hit-and-run accident that occurred on October 25, 2025, on the Enmore Station Road, East Coast Demerara. The incident resulted in the death of Charran Suresh, 43, a resident of Newtown, Enmore. Racktoo is accused of operating a motor vehicle in a manner […]
Afiana Lesperance, a single mother whose childhood was fraught with hardship and discouragement, is set to be one of 469 students graduating from the University of Guyana’s Institute of Distance and Continuing Education (IDCE) on Friday, December 5, 2025. Afiana’s story reflects the journeys of many IDCE graduates who have embraced a crucial second chance […]
Duarte Hetsberger’s MP impassioned address on the state of justice in Guyana has sparked significant dialogue regarding perceived inequalities within the legal system. His remarks come in the wake of a harsh sentence handed down to a single mother, who received a one-year prison term and a fine of $1 million for a cyber offence. […]
USA TODAY Reports Former NBA center Elden Campbell, known for his calm demeanor and dominant presence on the court, has passed away at the age of 57. His death was first reported by the Los Angeles Times. The cause of death has not yet been disclosed. Campbell, affectionately nicknamed “Easy E” during his time with […]
News Source Guyana Reports | The Guyana Police Force is currently investigating an alarming armed confrontation that occurred recently between a group of police officers and gun-carrying partygoers outside a city nightclub. A video of the chaotic scene has surfaced on social media, showing several men armed with guns engaged in a heated argument with […]
