The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has issued an epidemiological alert as several countries in the Americas, including Guyana, report a concerning increase in chikungunya cases. This warning comes amid a sustained surge in cases since late 2025, marked by the re-emergence of local transmission in regions that had previously been free of the virus […]
The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security has earmarked more than $72 billion in the 2026 budget to support various pensions and social assistance programs. This includes allocations for old age pensions, public assistance, permanent disability payments, the newborn cash grant, and new transport and utility subsidies. The breakdown of this allocation was provided […]
The Government of Guyana is advancing plans to construct a new senior citizens home, part of a broader initiative to modernize elder care services and strengthen the country’s emerging “care economy,” as described by President Dr. Irfaan Ali. This update was provided by Minister of Human Services and Social Security Dr. Vindhya Persaud during the […]
A minibus driver has been arrested after police discovered him parked along the Lima Public Road on the Essequibo Coast with 20 school-aged passengers and several alcoholic beverages inside the vehicle. According to Police Headquarters, the incident occurred around 1:30 PM. During routine patrols, officers noticed the minibus parked on the eastern side of the […]
HGP Nightly News Reports | A team of law enforcement officers is currently conducting a raid at Mohamed’s Enterprise on Lombard Street, Georgetown, resulting in increased security activity in the vicinity. Multiple sources indicate that officers entered the business premises earlier today, confiscating the mobile phones of staff members as part of the operation. However, […]
Samorea Mitchell was unanimously acquitted of the murder of Delroy Anthony McKenzie, aged 23, in a high-profile trial at the Demerara High Court on Monday. Mitchell had been charged with orchestrating McKenzie’s killing during an alleged gang-related ambush in Linden, but all 12 jurors found him not guilty after the case was heard by Chief […]
Leon DeFreitas, a 36-year-old DJ from Kuru Kururu, Soesdyke Linden Highway, has been committed to stand trial for his role in inciting the sexual assault of a young woman at Raghoo’s Bar on Soesdyke Public Road in July 2025. The decision was made by Magistrate Tameika Clarke at the Friendship Magistrates’ Court. In a related […]
The Teaching Service Commission (TSC) has initiated the advertisement of teaching positions as it seeks to fill 2,800 vacancies for senior teachers within the Education Sector. This announcement was made by Minister of Governance Gail Teixeira during the consideration of the Budget Estimates on Monday. The budget allocates over $205 million for the recurring expenses […]
Prime Minister Mark Phillips announced a significant $72.5 billion allocation under the Office of the Prime Minister in the 2026 national budget, aimed at supporting the government’s planned second tranche of the $100,000 cash grant program. This grant is expected to benefit over 700,000 Guyanese shortly after the budget is approved. Phillips made this announcement […]
Prime Minister Mark Phillips on Monday defended the appointment of Aneal Giddings as Guyana’s Data Protection Commissioner, asserting that Giddings is “more than qualified” for the role as the country advances the rollout of its national electronic ID (e-ID) card system. This defense came during a session of the National Assembly’s Committee of Supply, where […]
Since December 2025, approximately 800 traffic violations have been detected using the Safe Road Intelligence System. While some of these violations have already been filed for court, others are expected to be processed shortly. The detected violations include significant breaches such as illegal use of third lanes and speeding. Traffic Chief Mahendra Singh explained to […]
A tragic accident on Monday resulted in the death of Felix Smith, a 71-year-old pensioner from St. Monica Village, Upper Pomeroon River, Essequibo. According to Police Headquarters, Smith was the captain of a wooden boat that collided with another vessel operated by a 36-year-old woman from Karawab Village. At the time of the incident, Smith’s […]
A devastating fire engulfed the home of Faiam Ally, a 43-year-old resident of Lot 15 Sand Reef, Albion, in the early hours of Tuesday. The incident occurred around 4:00 AM, prompting Ally to wake up after detecting the smell of smoke. In his initial attempts to locate the source of the smoke, Ally noted, “When […]
In a continuing effort to combat violent crime, law enforcement officers in Guyana seized 16 illegal firearms in January 2026. The haul, which included pistols, handguns, and rifles, is part of a broader strategic initiative by the Guyana Police Force aimed at addressing both violent and organized crime through intelligence-led operations and community engagement. Alongside […]
Minister of Labour and Manpower Planning, Keoma Griffith, announced that all protocols related to the recent tragedy at the Courtney Benn wharf in Georgetown are currently under review. The incident, which occurred on February 4, resulted in the deaths of four men. Griffith explained to reporters that the investigation is ongoing and that the ministry […]
During a session with the Committee of Supply on Tuesday, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha revealed that his ministry has blacklisted approximately 30 local contractors from future engagement in the agriculture sector due to delinquency and poor performance. This disclosure arose amid discussions related to the National Drainage and Irrigation Authority (NDIA) and ongoing pump station […]
Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha faced intense questioning from Opposition members in the Committee of Supply on Tuesday regarding the Guyana Sugar Corporation’s (GuySuCo) mechanisation efforts and investigations into the Guyana Marketing Corporation (GMC) as the National Assembly reviewed the 2026 budget estimates. Responding to concerns about how mechanisation would impact employment at GuySuCo, Mustapha assured […]
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Hugh Todd assured that Guyana remains a safe, stable, and attractive destination for investment, even amid ongoing developments in Venezuela. Speaking to reporters on Thursday, Todd emphasized the government’s proactive engagement with global partners to safeguard the country and its citizens. Todd noted that President Irfaan Ali has […]
During the continued consideration of the 2026 budget estimates on Tuesday, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Hugh Todd faced scrutiny from Opposition MP Amanza Walton-Desir regarding budgetary priorities and spending shifts, particularly concerning the new Foreign Service Institute building. The budget allocates $138.3 million for the construction of the Foreign Service Institute, with […]
Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation Deodat Indar addressed the National Assembly on Tuesday, defending his ministry’s budget estimates for 2026, which are heavily impacted by subsidies, particularly a $25 billion allocation to Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL). Indar highlighted that the government is absorbing increasing operational costs across essential services while maintaining a […]
