Authorities are investigating a tragic workplace incident that claimed the life of 28-year-old Dayrovis Martinez Mendoza, a Cuban national and construction worker, at a private property in Bachelor’s Adventure Railway Embankment, East Coast Demerara. The incident occurred around 11:30 AM today. Enquiries revealed that Xie Guohui, a 49-year-old Chinese businessman, had entered into a 40-year […]
Following a challenging defeat in the recent general and regional elections, the A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) is refocusing its efforts to strengthen its representation in the Region Democratic Councils (RDCs) across the country. In the East Berbice-Corentyne region, the party has announced its three RDC councillors: Mehalai Natasha McAlmont, Colin Emmanuel Moore, and […]
The community is mourning the loss of little Supriya Khan, a bright and beloved pupil of Parika Back Primary School, who tragically died following an accident on the Parika main road this past Friday afternoon. Supriya, known for her bubbly personality, was riding home on an electronic bike with her father, 32-year-old Imran Khan, when […]
At 58, David Persaud faces the daily challenges of diabetes, having endured severe complications including the amputation of his left foot and kidney failure. Despite these hardships, he remains resolute, stating, “Illness may have weakened my body, but it will never break my spirit, or my love for my family.” For years, Mr. Persaud and […]
After serving as Councillor, Regional Chairman, and Mayor, Sharma Raheem Solomon has announced his decision to step down as Mayor of Linden to embark on a new chapter in public life as a member of the National Assembly. In a heartfelt message, Solomon expressed his gratitude for the trust placed in him by the people […]
Kaieteur News Reports : In a tragic event early this morning, 22-year-old John Elliot was fatally stabbed, leaving the community in shock and mourning. Elliot was a ranger at Atta Rainforest Lodge, where he was known for his passion for birding and biodiversity conservation. In a heartfelt statement, Atta Rainforest Lodge expressed their sorrow over […]
Contractors in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) are now mandated to submit weekly progress reports, complete with photographs, for all infrastructural projects under the Ministry of Education. This directive, issued by Minister of Education Honourable Sonia Parag, aims to enhance oversight and ensure timely project completion. Minister Parag, accompanied by Honourable Pauline Sukhai, Minister Within the Ministry […]
On September 19, 2025, police from Regional Division 4C, in collaboration with Special Branch officers, conducted a successful intelligence-led operation at Haslington North, resulting in the seizure of 41,753.178 kilograms of suspected marijuana. Between 7:00 and 7:30 AM, officers approached a wooden boat, named Paraboo GA 0480/5, where a male and female of mixed ancestry […]
The Guyana Police Force is actively searching for Timothy Fraser, a 32-year-old businessman from C Field, Sophia, who is wanted in connection with the alleged rape of a child. Fraser was initially arrested on September 6 but was granted bail at $200,000. He remained in custody for several days due to his inability to post […]
On September 19, 2025, between 12:05 and 2:00 PM, police from Regional Division 4C conducted an intelligence-led operation at a corner shop owned by 42-year-old David Mingo in Beterverwagting. During the search of the shop, officers found a large plastic sealer, plastic wrap, and various ziplock bags, but no illicit items were discovered. Acting on […]
At 10:33 AM today, police officers at the Sherima Police Station intercepted a motorcycle with registration number CP 5616, driven by 50-year-old Hector Clarkston, who had traveled from Georgetown. Initially, Clarkston was searched and found to be without illegal items. However, a thorough inspection of the motorcycle revealed a milk tin under the seat, which […]
News Room Reports : An afternoon ride home from school turned tragic on Friday when eight-year-old Supriya Khan died following an accident on the main access road at Parika Backdam. Supriya, a Grade Three student at Parika Back Primary School, was riding home with her father, 32-year-old Imran Khan, on an electric bike around 3:30 […]
News Room : A young girl, identified as Supriya, a student at Parika Back Primary School, tragically lost her life following a road accident on Friday afternoon. The incident occurred around 3:00 PM while she was being transported home by her father on an electric bike. Preliminary reports suggest that the bike collided with another […]
The Ministry of Education has expressed deep concern regarding two recent incidents of bullying among students that have surfaced on social media. The first incident involved students from Charity Secondary School and 8th of May Secondary School in Region Two, while the second took place at New Campbellville Secondary School in Georgetown. In a press […]
The Assembly for Liberty and Prosperity (ALP) has raised alarm over the escalating violence against women and the troubling surge in reports of missing children across the country. Families continue to endure profound anguish, left with little clarity or answers regarding the status of these distressing cases. While general statements of condemnation from the Ministry […]
Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of 20-year-old Kevin Smith from Baramita, Northwest District, who lost his life following a domestic dispute involving his partner, 19-year-old Nadria James. In a statement, Mohamed emphasized the urgent need to address domestic violence in Guyana, noting, “Too many families are being destroyed […]
Guyana is at a political crossroads. The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) is consolidating power, raising concerns about democratic erosion. They are exploiting electoral flaws, weaponizing the judiciary, and silencing dissent, signaling a move toward one-party dominance and authoritarianism. For a nation still healing from past divisions, this trajectory is alarming. A robust democracy relies on […]
Police are investigating the alleged murder of 20-year-old Kevin Smith, a Guyanese Amerindian miner from Baramita, following an incident on September 18, 2025, around 5:00 PM. The suspect, identified as 19-year-old Nadria James, is also a Guyanese Amerindian from the same area. Preliminary investigations indicate that Smith and James had been in a relationship and […]
Big Smith News Watch Reports : Leyon Lindo, a former policeman, appeared before Justice Simone Morris at the High Court in Demerara on Monday, facing charges of conspiracy to commit murder. He is accused of plotting with Lennox Wayne, known as “Two Colours,” to kill prominent businessman Mohamed Faraad Khan, owner of MFK Trading. Lindo […]
Big Smith News Watch Reports : Linden Benjamin, a 25-year-old resident of Sophia, has pleaded guilty to the murder of his girlfriend, 31-year-old Lisa Lucille George, who was brutally stabbed 25 times during an attack in April 2023. Appearing before Justice Priscilla Chandra-Hanif at the High Court in Demerara, Benjamin, represented by attorney Beulah Williams, […]
