During the 2026 Budget debates, Mandalall Ramraj, Minister within the Ministry of Public Works, announced that over 12,000 small and medium-sized contractors benefitted from contracts awarded by the Ministry last year, aimed at building capacity among young contractors for critical works across the country. Ramraj reported that 10,868 small contractors received contracts starting at $14 […]
During her contribution to the Budget Debate on Tuesday evening, Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodrigues, addressed allegations of corruption related to her property purchases in the U.S. and Guyana. She firmly denied these accusations, asserting her openness to scrutiny and defending her record against claims made by APNU Member of Parliament, Sherod […]
During a session in the National Assembly, Ganesh Mahipaul, a Member of Parliament for the Partnership for National Unity (APNU), demanded a forensic audit into the hundreds of billions of dollars allocated for projects under the Ministry of Local Government. He emphasized the need for accountability, asserting that funds designated for infrastructure and capital works […]
During the National Budget Debates, Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat, emphasized that Guyana’s burgeoning Oil and Gas sector is a significant driver of growth and development. He highlighted the industry’s prudent management, asserting that it operates with a high level of transparency and accountability. Bharrat stated, “Guyana’s Oil and Gas Sector is regarded as […]
Anthony Jeffrey, a 29-year-old man from Berbice, has pleaded guilty to charges of rape and assault after breaking into a woman’s home and attacking her in the early hours of March 4, 2024. Jeffrey, also known as “Tony,” appeared before Justice Deborah Kumar-Chetty at the Berbice High Court, where he admitted to unlawfully entering the […]
The court case involving four of the seven accused linked to the deadly gas station explosion at Regent Street, Georgetown, was called again on Wednesday, with March 10 set for the commencement of paper committal proceedings. The case is being heard before Acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court. During the session, […]
Hgp Nightly News Reports | In a shocking development, four men have been discovered dead aboard a vessel at Water Street Wharf this evening. The grim discovery was made on a boat moored along the wharf, prompting immediate dispatch of emergency responders and police units to the scene. At this time, authorities have not released […]
Authorities in Guyana are mobilizing efforts to bring home nationals stranded in Suriname following the temporary suspension of the Guyana/Suriname Ferry Service on February 4. “We are trying to procure two tugs to aid the vessel to conduct a repatriation for persons left on both ends, both the Guyana end and the Suriname end,” said […]
ExxonMobil Guyana Ltd has finalized the purchase of the FPSO ONE GUYANA from SBM Offshore, concluding the transaction ahead of the unit’s maximum lease term, which was set to expire in August 2027. The announcement was made on Tuesday in Amsterdam. With this completion, ExxonMobil Guyana now assumes ownership of the floating production, storage, and […]
The family of Leon Baird, a tour guide known as ‘Rasta,’ is seeking answers following his tragic and violent death in a remote area of the Rupununi savannah, where his burned remains were discovered last month. Relatives claim Baird had been living under threat due to his encounters with cattle rustlers in the region. Baird’s […]
Mulshankar Sukharam, a 32-year-old man from Number 79 Village, Corentyne, has pleaded guilty to the charge of felonious wounding of his stepfather, Yughanray Suknaram, during an appearance before Justice Deborah Kumar-Chetty in the Berbice High Court. The incident in question occurred on July 16, 2021, when Sukharam attempted to kill his 58-year-old stepfather. While he […]
The third day of the 2026 Budget Debate brought focus to the digital transformation of public services, with Minister of Public Service, Government Efficiency and Implementation, Zulfikar Ally, outlining significant advancements in this area. During his speech, Ally announced that thousands of Guyanese have registered for the new electronic identification (e-ID) system, an initiative aimed […]
In his inaugural address to the National Assembly, Minister of Labour and Manpower Planning, Keoma Griffith, revealed plans for a comprehensive training programme aimed at truck drivers. The initiative will be implemented through the Board of Industrial Training (BIT) and aims to enhance road safety and driving standards. Speaking during the Budget Debate, Griffith noted […]
Gail Teixeira, Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance, has addressed concerns regarding the entitlements of the newly-elected Opposition Leader, Azruddin Mohamed, following questions about his security arrangements and benefits. In a Facebook video posted on Wednesday, Teixeira explained that the Opposition Leader is entitled to the same benefits as a government minister. She clarified that […]
In a candid post on Facebook, Priya Manickchand, the Minister of Local Government, expressed her frustration with internet service providers in Guyana. Manickchand criticized the current state of internet services, stating, “Dear internet providers. DO BETTER. Or get off the spectrum. The services have been nothing short of crappy recently. We can’t be building out […]
HGP Nightly News Reports | Jomel Kenny, a 23-year-old truck driver charged in connection with the deadly multi-vehicle collision on the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge, has been granted bail in the amount of two million dollars. Kenny appeared in the Diamond Magistrates’ Court today, facing charges of causing death by dangerous driving, among other […]
In a significant initiative to enhance child protection across Guyana, the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security, through its Childcare and Protection Agency (CPA), has launched a Rapid Response Team (RRT) aimed at urgently addressing cases of child abuse and neglect. Under the leadership of Minister Hon. Dr. Vindhya Persaud, the RRT is designed […]
A known thief has targeted residents in the upper West Coast Demerara community of Meten-Meer-Zorg, stealing goods and valuables early Wednesday morning, including a set of canter keys essential for the family’s daily operations. The distraught family is urgently seeking the community’s assistance in recovering their stolen belongings. They are particularly pleading for the return […]
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 […]
