The GDFS Essequibo, a stalwart of the Guyana Defence Force Coast Guard, was officially decommissioned in a ceremony that reflected on its two decades of service as a symbol of national strength and maritime pride. Chief of Defence Staff Brigadier Omar Khan, MSS, led the tribute during the ceremony. Commissioned in 2001 after its tenure […]
Members of the Guyana Police Force stationed at Police Headquarters and Regional Division 4’A’ participated in a significant clean-up initiative this morning, June 8, 2025, at the Kingston Seawall, despite heavy rainfall. The event was part of the government’s ‘National Clean-Up Exercise.’ Led by Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken, along with Deputy Commissioners Ravindradat Budhram, […]
A 31-year-old man lost his life early Saturday morning following a high-speed crash at the intersection of Camp Street and Carifesta Avenue, near the Everest Cricket Ground. The deceased has been identified as Christopher Rohaman, a resident of Mahaicony, East Coast Demerara. He was the driver and sole occupant of motor car number PAB 5434. […]
The Ministry of Housing and Water, through the Central Housing and Planning Authority (CHPA), has issued a statement responding to recent claims circulating on social media regarding the new housing development at Little and Great Diamond, East Bank Demerara. The Ministry aims to clarify the situation with the following facts. All Allottees Are Guyanese The […]
A road accident on Saturday evening resulted in the death of Antonio Ignatius, a 51-year-old construction worker from Lot 77 Triumph Sideline Dam. The incident occurred around 7:15 PM along Agriculture Road. Reports indicate that Ignatius was struck by motor car number PAH 5305, driven by a 29-year-old man from the same area, who was […]
V-PAC is urgently calling for sweeping reforms within the Guyana Police Force (GPF) following a surge of complaints regarding misconduct, brutality, and impunity. The recent viral video depicting an officer being “disciplined” has intensified scrutiny on a longstanding issue that the government has attempted to downplay. The statistics speak for themselves. In 2023, a staggering […]
Opposition Leader Aubrey C. Norton has emphasized the essential qualities desired in a prime ministerial candidate for Guyana. Speaking recently, Norton highlighted the need for a candidate who is not only intellectually competent but also deeply rooted in community service and aligned with the party’s vision for the nation. In his remarks, Norton stated, “There […]
On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, Assistant Superintendent N. Lall, Officer-in-Charge of the Welfare Department of Regional Police Division No. 2, visited Mr. Chaman Samlall, a Neighborhood Police officer currently hospitalized at Suddie Public Hospital after suffering a stroke. Accompanied by fellow ranks from the Welfare Department, Assistant Superintendent Lall offered words of comfort and encouragement […]
Hello everyone, my name is Ashley Samaroo, and I am searching for my father, Randolph Samaroo. He was last seen in East Coast Demerara, Guyana, near Pleasant by Airport Road. Randolph is known to roam around Georgetown, Guyana. Name: Randolph Samaroo Birthday: March 25, 1969 If you have any information regarding his whereabouts, please inbox […]
In a recent Facebook post, Sherod Duncan MP expressed his thoughts on Daniel Seeram’s decision to shift his political allegiance, acknowledging Seeram as a respected individual while questioning the motivations behind his departure from the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR). Duncan highlighted Seeram’s remarks about “visionless” leadership within the PNCR but noted a lack of […]
In a dramatic unfolding of events, Francis Michael Bailey has publicly accused Ameir Ahmad of stealing a Cybertruck, claiming to possess evidence that contradicts Ahmad’s assertions of innocence. Bailey raised questions about the involvement of the U.S. Embassy in Guyana and the FBI, suggesting that Ahmad’s alleged fraudulent activities have gone unnoticed. Bailey’s claims include […]
Daniel Seram, the former Chairman of Region 4 appointed by the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) and a former captain of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF), has opened up about his recent transition from the PNC to the People’s Progressive Party (PPP). In an interview on the “Starting Point” podcast, Seram cited significant challenges within […]
Government Launches Nationwide Cleanup Initiative The government has initiated its tenth nationwide cleanup campaign, led by President Irfaan Ali, aimed at addressing the pervasive issue of waste management across the country. The National Enhancement Committee, a cross-agency body comprising various ministries and organizations, has been diligently planning and executing this initiative, which mobilizes machinery and […]
Former Prime Minister and Vice-President Moses Nagamootoo has announced that Guyana will hold fresh national and regional elections on September 1, 2025. This date, historically significant as the anniversary of the start of the Second World War when Nazi Germany invaded Poland, evokes fears of rising tensions reminiscent of that era. Nagamootoo expressed concerns about […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali’s campaign promise of a new four-lane bridge across the Demerara River is nearing realization, as concrete was poured this evening for the last of its 62 piers at Pier 35. Ministers Deodat Indar and Bishop Juan Edghill were present to witness this significant milestone. In a media briefing, Minister Indar highlighted […]
Gavin Dowden, who was previously remanded for possession of cannabis, was released on $200,000 bail on Friday for the same charge. Dowden appeared before Acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty during his initial court appearance at the Georgetown Magistrate’s Court on May 17. He faced allegations of possessing 1.042 kilograms of cannabis and pleaded not guilty, […]
A 33-year-old mixologist, Joel Waldron, was released on $150,000 bail on Friday after facing charges of fraudulently converting items entrusted to him for personal use. Waldron, a resident of Lot 104 Victory Valley, Linden, appeared before Magistrate Annette Singh at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court. Waldron pleaded not guilty to the charges, which allege that on […]
The Guyana Police Force’s Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) is currently investigating an incident that took place on Friday, June 6, 2025, at the West Central Mall, involving three police officers and two male civilians. The incident occurred around 12:30 PM. According to a police statement, the officers—a Corporal, a Lance Corporal, and a Constable […]
Dr. Balwant Singh’s Hospital is filled with joy as it proudly announces the arrival of four precious babies this week. Each little wonder has entered the world surrounded by warmth, love, and the skilled hands of trusted medical professionals. Every birth is a powerful reminder of the beautiful moment when a family begins its journey. […]
An urgent call for assistance has been issued after a young boy reportedly collapsed at Movietowne earlier this evening. Lana Melendez took to Facebook to raise awareness, stating, “Kindly share. This child is at Movietowne, and no one seems to know who he is.” The child, identified as Kane Winter from Linden, is a student […]
