Big Smith News Watch Reports | A 61-year-old clothes vendor, Nigel Whyte, appeared before Magistrate Annette Singh at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts, facing a charge of larceny. Whyte pleaded not guilty to the accusation. The charge alleges that on October 28, 2025, at Water Street, Georgetown, Whyte stole a Samsung smartphone valued at $55,000 belonging […]
Over four years after the award of a contract to build Bamia Primary School in Region Ten (Upper Demerara-Berbice), the project remains incomplete, prompting dissatisfaction from Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya Manickchand. The contract, valued at $346 million and awarded to St8tment Investment Inc. in November 2021, was intended for a 20-month […]
Kaieteur News Reports | Yurajwatie Hussain, the pregnant woman who survived a tragic accident along the Good Hope Public Road on Saturday, has received reassuring news that her unborn baby is unharmed. The crash claimed the life of her husband, Julius Haniff, a 44-year-old constable attached to the Mayor and Town Council in New Amsterdam. […]
News Source Guyana Reports | Despite recent assurances from the government, several market vendors at Stabroek Square are voicing significant concerns about potential displacement and lack of proper notice amidst ongoing enforcement actions by the Georgetown Mayor and City Council. Vendors report that unexpected enforcement measures have left them unable to earn a stable income […]
Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya Manickchand, has reassured vendors at the Stabroek Market Square that they will not be displaced as part of the ongoing beautification efforts in Georgetown, at least for the time being. During an appearance on GoMoseley Online Radio, Minister Manickchand addressed concerns stemming from recent objections related to […]
Guyana’s burgeoning oil and gas sector is poised to receive significant new investments as international interest escalates. Speaking at the Guyana Oil and Gas Energy Chamber’s Annual Dinner over the weekend, President Irfaan Ali highlighted the influx of reputable international companies seeking opportunities in both offshore and onshore operations. President Ali emphasized that the country […]
Guyana today joined the global community in observing World AIDS Day, with Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony urging individuals “at risk” of contracting HIV to get tested and seek necessary treatment. Over the past year, Guyana has reported 449 new cases of HIV, bringing the total number of individuals affected by the virus to more […]
The trial concerning irregularities during the March 2020 General and Regional Elections is scheduled to continue in February 2026, with new sessions set for the weeks of February 16–20 and February 24–27. These dates were announced during last week’s proceedings at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court. The trial is following case management guidelines aimed at organizing […]
With the festive season fast approaching, the Competition and Consumer Affairs Commission (CCAC) is encouraging Guyanese shoppers to be vigilant, informed, and assertive as they navigate the bustling retail landscape. In a holiday advisory issued on Monday, the CCAC reminded consumers and suppliers alike of their rights and obligations under the Consumer Affairs Act (CAA) […]
Three men have been ordered to stand trial in the Berbice High Court for the murder of 82-year-old Chandarie Budhoo. Dhannyram Ramdhanny, 35, Kumar Bhagwandin, 29, and Narvindra Chillu, 25, all from Region Six, appeared before Justice Sandil Kissoon on Monday, where a jury of twelve members was selected to review the evidence in the […]
Sanjay Peters, a 29-year-old resident of 127 Williamsburg Corentyne, has been ordered to stand trial for the alleged rape of a male child. The decision was made during a court appearance on Monday before Justice Sandil Kissoon at the Berbice High Court. The charges against Peters involve allegations of sexual penetration with the young boy […]
Authorities in Regional Division #3 are probing an alleged assault that occurred on Sunday evening around 20:00 hours at Fisher Dam Access Road. According to initial reports, the incident began when a 25-year-old male construction worker from Zeelugt North was traveling on an electric motorcycle. At the same time, a 32-year-old male pandit from the […]
Clinton Blake, a 37-year-old resident of Byderabo Road, faced legal repercussions today after pleading guilty to charges related to driving under the influence and breaching a General Dealer’s Permit. According to reports, Blake was charged under the Motor Vehicle and Road Traffic Act, Chapter 51:02, for operating a motor vehicle while his breath alcohol level […]
The A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) has publicly condemned a recent incident involving a serving member of the Guyana Police Force in Region number 1, who was captured on video brandishing and recklessly discharging a high-powered rifle into a public roadway. The footage, which has since gone viral on social media, has raised serious […]
Two women, aged 41 and 55, are in police custody following a significant drug bust in Clonbrook, East Coast Demerara. Law enforcement officials reported the discovery of 51.9 kilogrammes (approximately 114 pounds) of cannabis during an intelligence-led operation on Saturday. The operation led police to two large plastic barrels concealed on the premises, which contained […]
A police officer from Regional Police Division #1 has been placed under close arrest following the emergence of a video on Facebook that shows the off-duty rank indiscriminately discharging a firearm. In an official release, the Guyana Police Force (GPF) confirmed that an investigation into the incident is underway. According to the GPF, the Commissioner […]
The Government’s Hinterland Housing Programme is making significant strides in improving living conditions for vulnerable families in the interior regions. Jennifer Douglas, a 32-year-old mother of five from Sand Creek, Region Nine, is one of the beneficiaries, caring for a child with a disability. Jennifer previously lived in a small, inadequate structure that lacked proper […]
The Vigilant Political Action Committee (VPAC) has issued a fervent statement advocating for land reform and equitable access to resources in Guyana, a nation rich in oil, gold, diamonds, bauxite, timber, and other natural assets. Despite this wealth, many ordinary citizens struggle to afford land for housing, raising profound questions about resource management and national […]
We Invest In Nationhood Reports : The young man from Kariako who was bitten by a labaria is now reported to be in stable condition. After experiencing days without proper transportation, he has finally reached a hospital in Lima, where he is receiving antibiotics and pain medication, bringing him some much-needed relief. Member of Parliament […]
The ongoing political discourse in Guyana has intensified as the WIN Party, along with its leader, faces accusations of opportunism regarding government cash grants. Eddy Layne, the Director of Public Information for Guyana, has publicly criticized the WIN Party’s attempts to position itself as a pressure force on the current government. In a recent statement, […]
