The Village Council of Kanapang has initiated legal action against the State, claiming the “unlawful arrest, detention, prosecution, conviction, and imprisonment” of 27 Brazilian nationals in violation of domestic and international human rights laws. The council is seeking redress for the alleged violations against these individuals. The Brazilian nationals were arrested around November 12, 2025, […]
A 12-member jury at the Berbice High Court delivered unanimous guilty verdicts against three men charged with the robbery-murder of 82-year-old Chandarie “Aunty Dayo” Budhoo. The verdicts conclude a closely monitored trial that heavily relied on the testimony of an admitted accomplice. The accused—Dhannyram Ramdhanny, 35; Kumar Bhagwandin, 29; and Navindra Chillu, 25—all residents of […]
Full disclosure of evidence was made by the prosecution on Tuesday in the case involving four of the seven individuals charged in connection with the deadly bombing of a gas station in Georgetown last October. This disclosure paves the way for the case to move toward a paper committal, where a magistrate will assess the […]
Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken has announced that stricter accountability measures will be enforced in 2026 as part of an effort to combat misconduct and corruption within the Guyana Police Force (GPF). Speaking at the Region 4A Annual Christmas Luncheon and Awards Ceremony on Monday, Hicken acknowledged the significant improvements in operational performance, particularly the […]
Chairman of the Private Sector Commission (PSC), Gerry Gouveia Jr., announced on Tuesday that the commission is finalizing its annual submissions for the national budget, emphasizing critical areas such as economic diversification, tax reform, and workforce development. In an interview with the News Room, Gouveia Jr. highlighted the PSC’s commitment to the budgetary process and […]
The Chinese Association of Guyana is mourning the loss of Mr. Godfrey Tai-Oy-Yong, a former member and Vice-President of the association. The organization expressed its deep sadness over his passing, recognizing his significant contributions to the development of the Chinese community in Guyana. Fondly remembered as “Uncle Godfrey,” he played an active role on the […]
Highlighted By Ray Ray Lilly | In a heartfelt address, the mother of 16-year-old Onessia Andrea Euronica Andrews expressed profound grief and frustration over the circumstances leading to her daughter’s death at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC). She believes that if her daughter had received timely medical attention, she might still be alive today. […]
In a heartwarming endeavor, more than 800 prisoners across Guyana have had the opportunity to reconnect with their loved ones through the “Christmas Family Bonding Visits” initiative by the Guyana Prison Service (GPS). Over the past two weeks, these visits provided inmates and their families a unique chance to spend quality time together, sharing meals, […]
The Guyana Police Force’s Regional Police Division 4 ‘A’ celebrated its Christmas Luncheon and Awards Ceremony on December 15, 2025, at the Police Officers’ Mess Annexe, where outstanding ranks and stakeholders were recognized for their dedication and service throughout the year. This year, women officers excelled in the top honors. Detective Corporal Yuluncy Bourne was […]
By Dorwain Bess, Chairman, Vigilant Political Action Committee (V-PAC) As Christmas approaches, it has become painfully clear that the much-discussed cash grant was little more than an election talking point—a promise made when votes were needed. Now, with the holiday season upon us, many Guyanese are left asking a simple question: Where is it? For […]
In the wake of recent upgrades to the Safe Road Intelligent System (SRIS), more than 45 drivers are expected to face court proceedings for the illegal creation and use of an unauthorized “third lane.” Traffic Chief Assistant Commissioner Mahendra Singh made this announcement during a telephone interview, highlighting the intensifying enforcement against this dangerous driving […]
Serious crime in Policing Division 4A has seen a remarkable decline of more than 76% over the past five years, according to Divisional Commander Simon McBean. This division, which includes Georgetown, faces significant challenges due to the city’s size, population density, and the numerous opportunities for criminal activity. McBean reported that serious crimes have dropped […]
The ranks of the Guyana Police Force (GPF) who have not yet obtained passes in Mathematics and English through the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations are now mandated to achieve these qualifications. This directive was announced on Monday during the Regional Division 4A Annual Christmas Luncheon and Awards Ceremony, where Minister of Home Affairs […]
The Ministry of Public Works (MoPW) would like to inform the public that ongoing monitoring of the settlement observation points of the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge has confirmed that there has been no abnormal settlement in the bridge’s foundations. All monitoring data indicate that the bridge structure remains safe, stable, and fully reliable for […]
News Source Guyana Reports | With less than ten days remaining before Christmas, many citizens are eagerly awaiting an announcement regarding a cash grant for the holiday season. Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to this initiative, which, he insists, is part of a broader strategy to promote prosperity for all […]
The Guyana Power and Light (GPL) company is urging both residential and commercial customers to notify the company of any increases in their electricity usage. This request comes in response to several complaints regarding voltage fluctuations, damaged meters, and burnt appliances, issues that GPL attributes to unreported increases in energy consumption. In a statement released […]
Charges against two members of the Guyana Police Force, Cadet Officer Damien McLennon and Lance Corporal Thurston Simon, were dismissed on Monday after Senior Magistrate Fabayo Azore upheld no-case submissions at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts. The ruling, delivered in Court No. 3, came after McLennon’s attorney, Bernard Da Silva, successfully argued that the prosecution had […]
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