Samorea Mitchell was unanimously acquitted of the murder of Delroy Anthony McKenzie, aged 23, in a high-profile trial at the Demerara High Court on Monday. Mitchell had been charged with orchestrating McKenzie’s killing during an alleged gang-related ambush in Linden, but all 12 jurors found him not guilty after the case was heard by Chief […]
Leon DeFreitas, a 36-year-old DJ from Kuru Kururu, Soesdyke Linden Highway, has been committed to stand trial for his role in inciting the sexual assault of a young woman at Raghoo’s Bar on Soesdyke Public Road in July 2025. The decision was made by Magistrate Tameika Clarke at the Friendship Magistrates’ Court. In a related […]
The Teaching Service Commission (TSC) has initiated the advertisement of teaching positions as it seeks to fill 2,800 vacancies for senior teachers within the Education Sector. This announcement was made by Minister of Governance Gail Teixeira during the consideration of the Budget Estimates on Monday. The budget allocates over $205 million for the recurring expenses […]
Prime Minister Mark Phillips announced a significant $72.5 billion allocation under the Office of the Prime Minister in the 2026 national budget, aimed at supporting the government’s planned second tranche of the $100,000 cash grant program. This grant is expected to benefit over 700,000 Guyanese shortly after the budget is approved. Phillips made this announcement […]
Prime Minister Mark Phillips on Monday defended the appointment of Aneal Giddings as Guyana’s Data Protection Commissioner, asserting that Giddings is “more than qualified” for the role as the country advances the rollout of its national electronic ID (e-ID) card system. This defense came during a session of the National Assembly’s Committee of Supply, where […]
Since December 2025, approximately 800 traffic violations have been detected using the Safe Road Intelligence System. While some of these violations have already been filed for court, others are expected to be processed shortly. The detected violations include significant breaches such as illegal use of third lanes and speeding. Traffic Chief Mahendra Singh explained to […]
A tragic accident on Monday resulted in the death of Felix Smith, a 71-year-old pensioner from St. Monica Village, Upper Pomeroon River, Essequibo. According to Police Headquarters, Smith was the captain of a wooden boat that collided with another vessel operated by a 36-year-old woman from Karawab Village. At the time of the incident, Smith’s […]
A devastating fire engulfed the home of Faiam Ally, a 43-year-old resident of Lot 15 Sand Reef, Albion, in the early hours of Tuesday. The incident occurred around 4:00 AM, prompting Ally to wake up after detecting the smell of smoke. In his initial attempts to locate the source of the smoke, Ally noted, “When […]
In a continuing effort to combat violent crime, law enforcement officers in Guyana seized 16 illegal firearms in January 2026. The haul, which included pistols, handguns, and rifles, is part of a broader strategic initiative by the Guyana Police Force aimed at addressing both violent and organized crime through intelligence-led operations and community engagement. Alongside […]
Minister of Labour and Manpower Planning, Keoma Griffith, announced that all protocols related to the recent tragedy at the Courtney Benn wharf in Georgetown are currently under review. The incident, which occurred on February 4, resulted in the deaths of four men. Griffith explained to reporters that the investigation is ongoing and that the ministry […]
During a session with the Committee of Supply on Tuesday, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha revealed that his ministry has blacklisted approximately 30 local contractors from future engagement in the agriculture sector due to delinquency and poor performance. This disclosure arose amid discussions related to the National Drainage and Irrigation Authority (NDIA) and ongoing pump station […]
Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha faced intense questioning from Opposition members in the Committee of Supply on Tuesday regarding the Guyana Sugar Corporation’s (GuySuCo) mechanisation efforts and investigations into the Guyana Marketing Corporation (GMC) as the National Assembly reviewed the 2026 budget estimates. Responding to concerns about how mechanisation would impact employment at GuySuCo, Mustapha assured […]
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Hugh Todd assured that Guyana remains a safe, stable, and attractive destination for investment, even amid ongoing developments in Venezuela. Speaking to reporters on Thursday, Todd emphasized the government’s proactive engagement with global partners to safeguard the country and its citizens. Todd noted that President Irfaan Ali has […]
During the continued consideration of the 2026 budget estimates on Tuesday, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Hugh Todd faced scrutiny from Opposition MP Amanza Walton-Desir regarding budgetary priorities and spending shifts, particularly concerning the new Foreign Service Institute building. The budget allocates $138.3 million for the construction of the Foreign Service Institute, with […]
Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation Deodat Indar addressed the National Assembly on Tuesday, defending his ministry’s budget estimates for 2026, which are heavily impacted by subsidies, particularly a $25 billion allocation to Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL). Indar highlighted that the government is absorbing increasing operational costs across essential services while maintaining a […]
The Ministry of Amerindian Affairs has secured $500 million for the construction of a new Amerindian Hostel, following approval from the Parliamentary Committee of Supply on Tuesday evening. Minister Sarah Browne-Shadeek announced that three potential locations for the hostel have been identified, and further public announcements will be made regarding the chosen site. During a […]
Ameer Husain, a taxi driver from Covent Garden, East Bank Demerara, pleaded guilty to the offence of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in a court appearance on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Husain appeared before His Worship Dylon Bess at the Diamond/Golden Grove Magistrate’s Court, where the charge was formally presented. Following his guilty plea, the […]
In a heartfelt Facebook post, Klassy Kitty expressed her devastation over the brutal death of her beloved cat, Peanut, allegedly at the hands of one of her tenants. The incident occurred on Monday, February 9, 2026, prompting an outpouring of grief and outrage. Klassy described the horrific scene, stating that Peanut’s face was crushed, and […]
HGP Nightly News Reports | Gabriel Harrigin, a Trinidadian national recently cleared of cybercrime allegations, was unexpectedly detained by immigration authorities and deported from Guyana on Tuesday morning. Harrigin had been instructed to report to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), but upon arrival, he was instead met by immigration officials. He was subsequently taken into […]
Big Smith News Watch Reports | A minibus driver, Travis Gordon Benjamin, is currently standing trial in the Georgetown High Court, facing charges related to the death of passenger Vanessa Bishop. Legal proceedings began under Justice Gino Persaud as the prosecution presented medical and video evidence linked to the case. During the trial, two medical […]
