Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo has rejected allegations made by gold dealer Junior Baksh regarding corruption involving senior government officials and illegal gold dealings. At a press conference, Jagdeo characterized the accusations as unfounded rumors, emphasizing that Baksh has since apologized to both President Irfaan Ali and the President’s mother for his statements. Jagdeo quoted Baksh, […]
President Irfaan Ali has asserted that the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) is Guyana’s best choice to protect the country’s territorial integrity amidst ongoing aggression from Venezuela over the Essequibo region. Speaking at a public meeting in Alexander Village, Ali emphasized the importance of sovereignty and national security, urging citizens to vote on September 1 for […]
A security guard from KGM Security Company, Kelvin Belgrave, has been charged with murder following the shooting death of Cuban national Pedro Slonchak. Belgrave appeared at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court before Magistrate Fabayo Azore, where he was remanded to jail without entering a plea. His next court date is set for September 17. The incident […]
Nicholas Pooran has been appointed as the new captain of the Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) ahead of the CPL 2025 season, succeeding Kieron Pollard, who has led the team since 2019. “It means a lot to represent Trinbago Knight Riders. It is a privilege to lead this franchise,” Pooran stated, expressing his commitment to making […]
In a dramatic press conference, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C), issued a bold challenge to the Mohamed family regarding allegations of Nazar ‘Shell’ Mohamed’s visit to the Venezuelan Embassy. “I am willing to stake my entire political career on this,” Jagdeo declared, asserting that the motivations […]
Following President Dr. Irfaan Ali’s announcement to remove all taxes on sanitary products if the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) is re-elected, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo clarified that the government will engage CARICOM to address existing tariffs. Jagdeo explained at his weekly press conference that the removal of the Common External Tariff (CET) requires […]
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has suggested that Nazar ‘Shell’ Mohamed should be questioned regarding his visits to the Venezuelan Embassy. Speaking at his weekly press conference, Jagdeo stated, “I think that at some stage, that should be done,” although he acknowledged the sensitivity of the election season. He emphasized that any questioning would be […]
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo expressed his frustration with the excuses from Guyana Power and Light (GPL) regarding power outages. During a press conference, he indicated that a management shake-up at the power company may be necessary as the government pushes for an ambitious modernization plan. Jagdeo stated, “With the massive plan for transformation, I […]
A pedal cyclist, whose identity remains unknown, died on Thursday after being struck by a car on the Blankenburg public road, West Coast Demerara. The incident occurred around 12:45 PM and involved motorcar PNN 289, driven by 28-year-old Ishmile Alli from Parika, East Bank Essequibo. Preliminary investigations indicate that the car was traveling east along […]
At a public meeting in Alexander Village, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali criticized political parties that pay for support, asserting that supporters of the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) will receive a more prosperous future instead. “Your payment will come with more opportunities for you and your family,” he explained, emphasizing a vision of a […]
At a public meeting in Alexander Village, Minister of Tourism, Industry, and Commerce Oneidge Walrond emphasized that the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) has upheld its promises to the Guyanese people since 2020. She cited the new Demerara River Bridge as an example of their commitments, crediting President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali’s diligent leadership. “He […]
After a 30-year wait, 72-year-old Angela Emmanuel has finally realized her dream of homeownership, thanks to President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali’s Men on Mission (MoM) initiative. On August 13, 2025, she received the keys to her brand-new home in Vigilance, East Coast Demerara. Emmanuel first applied for a house lot in 1992 but faced financial […]
The People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) has issued a warning regarding a false advertisement circulating on social media titled “Irfaan Ali G$15,000 Campaign Funds For Guyana.” The party emphasizes that there is no campaign fund being managed by President Irfaan Ali or any other candidate or representative. They urge the public not to click the link […]
During a gathering in Alexander Village on August 13, 2025, President Dr. Irfaan Ali expressed confidence that nurses and healthcare workers who left Guyana for better salaries will return to capitalize on local developments. Speaking to a sizable crowd, he reiterated the party’s promise of improved salaries and benefits for healthcare professionals. “All the nurses […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali announced that Citibank is considering setting up operations in Guyana, underscoring the growing confidence in the local financial sector. Speaking to supporters at Alexander Village, Georgetown, he expressed pride in the trust foreign banks are placing in Guyana’s financial system. Dr. Ali indicated that Citibank may soon establish a representative office […]
President Irfaan Ali has announced significant upgrades to strengthen school transport and electricity supply for children in several hinterland communities in Region One. During his address to residents in Waramuni on August 13, 2025, he acknowledged the ongoing challenges in accessing electricity and pledged to provide a generator for the community by the end of […]
Kaieteur News Reports : A tragic incident occurred last week Thursday in Baramita, Region One, where a teen was fatally stabbed during a drunken brawl. Details are still emerging, but reports indicate that the victim was rushed to a health outpost in Baramita early Thursday, suffering from critical injuries, including a wound that left his […]
Nineteen-year-old Elijah Nieunkirk has been released on $75,000 bail for a charge of simple larceny. He appeared before Senior Magistrate Fabayo Azore at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court on August 14, 2025. Nieunkirk pleaded not guilty to the allegation that he stole a grey Honjue motorcycle valued at $211,000 from Shanya Griffith on August 7, 2025, […]
A 25-year-old plumber, Orion Edjhill, has been released on $35,000 bail after pleading not guilty to robbery under arms charges. He appeared before Senior Magistrate Fabayo Azore at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court on August 14, 2025. Edjhill is accused of robbing Reatesh Singh on August 10, 2025, at Longden Street, Georgetown, while armed with a […]
A 31-year-old taxi driver, Isaiah Lall, from Agricola, East Bank Demerara, has been granted $50,000 bail for larceny charges. He appeared in the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court on August 14, 2025, where Senior Magistrate Fabayo Azore read the charge. Lall pleaded not guilty to the allegation that he stole two gold bracelets valued at $300,000 from […]
