Aubrey Norton, the presidential candidate for APNU, endorsed Dexter Todd’s comments attributing the coalition’s tax hikes and unmet promises during its 2015-2020 term to the private sector’s actions. Speaking at a recent APNU meeting, Todd claimed that the private sector had shut down economic activities, making it difficult for the APNU+AFC government to succeed. Todd […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali announced that Guyana is in the final stages of developing a comprehensive human capital strategy to address the country’s labour shortages, particularly in healthcare. Speaking on the podcast The Rest Is Politics, he emphasized the strategy’s connection to migration and the specific skills needed for the future. The President highlighted the […]
Queen’s College student Jayden Adrian emerged as Guyana’s top performer in the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) exams, achieving 21 Grade Ones and 6 Grade Twos. He expressed fulfillment from his hard work, aiming for a scholarship in Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics by writing 27 subjects. This year, 12,685 students sat for the exams, with […]
The Guyana Police Force is seeking the public’s assistance in locating two missing girls, Amanda Tyson, age 15, and Shazela Khan, age 14. They are among the 21 girls who went missing from the Unity Mahaica Children’s Home. If you have any information regarding their whereabouts, please contact the authorities immediately. Your help is crucial […]
The WIN Party expresses grave concern over the recent vile and threatening remarks attributed to PPP Minister of Labour Joseph Hamilton. His suggestion that political opponents may end up “either in Venezuela in a box or to the US in shackles” is alarming and unacceptable. We demand a full and public apology from Minister Hamilton […]
ABC News Reports : Rapper Sean Kingston, whose legal name is Kisean Paul Anderson, has been sentenced to three and a half years in prison for a $1 million fraud scheme in South Florida. The sentencing took place on August 15, 2025, after Kingston and his mother, Janice Eleanor Turner, were convicted in March of […]
Jaheem Bonus, an 18-year-old welder from West Wootaka, Linden, was arrested at the Itaballi Police Checkpoint and charged with possession of narcotics for the purpose of trafficking. During his appearance before Magistrate Teriq Mohamed, the charge was read to him, and he pleaded not guilty. Bail was granted in the amount of fifty thousand dollars […]
Corporals Edem Roseval and Teo Lindey, along with Able Rating Mark Bharret, have recently earned professional certifications through the Ministry of Health, enhancing their skills in the medical and pharmacy sectors. CPL Roseval completed the Medical Laboratory Assistant Certificate after a year of dedicated study. This qualification equips him with vital diagnostic skills to strengthen […]
On August 14, 2025, an Inspector and a Corporal on duty at the Itaballi checkpoint intercepted a vehicle with registration GAL 686, driven by Reon Bonus. The vehicle was traveling from Madhia in Region 8 to Arimu Backdam, carrying the driver and three passengers. During the routine check, the occupants were asked for identification, and […]
Andrew Anthony Adolphus, a 32-year-old resident of the Little Diamond Squatting Area on the East Bank of Demerara, has been arrested by police for unlawful possession. He was found with five cement mixers and a quantity of steel rods, which are suspected to be stolen. The arrest occurred during a police cordon and search operation […]
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 […]
