Georgetown, Guyana — The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) has successfully boosted its medical personnel capacity with the graduation of 13 new Grade Two Medical Assistants. The ranks completed their rigorous training on July 31, 2025, after 36 weeks of intensive theoretical and practical instruction. During their training, the cadets covered advanced topics including clinical anatomy […]
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has highlighted the urgent need for attention to the issue of violence against women and children, emphasizing the role of police officers in addressing this serious problem. In an interview on the Afternoon Lockdown radio show, Jagdeo remarked, “I’ve seen many cases where the Police don’t pay enough attention to […]
Traffic police across several regional divisions are calling for intervention from authorities regarding the increasing public safety threat posed by the open sale of illegal vehicle accessories, including tinted films, colored headlamps, and unauthorized license plates. During a recent Road Safety and You program, multiple officers expressed their frustration that many of the modifications they […]
Guyana Chronicles Reports : The New Building Society (NBS) has begun severing ties with candidates from the U.S.-sanctioned political party, We Invest in Nationhood (WIN), following similar actions by three other banks in the country. This move aligns with the banks’ standard risk assessment procedures under Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) […]
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) and Vice President, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, addressed thousands of supporters at a rally in Wismar on Sunday, announcing an impressive $18 billion investment in road infrastructure over the past two years. “We promised to spend more money in your communities, and in the last two years alone, […]
The body of 33-year-old Mortimer Sooknanan, a labourer from Queenstown, was discovered on Sunday at Lake Capoey, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam). It is believed that Sooknanan drowned sometime between Saturday, August 2, and Sunday, August 3. Investigations indicate that he had visited the lake with his younger brother, Naitram Sooknanan, 30, and two friends, known only […]
Kaieteur News Reports : Glenn Lall, publisher of Kaieteur News, has launched a fierce critique of Guyana’s political leadership, targeting the three main political parties: the Peoples Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C), A Partnership of National Unity (APNU), and the Alliance for Change (AFC). He accused them of recklessly surrendering the nation’s wealth in a desperate […]
Kaieteur News Reports : Former Member of Parliament and Shadow Attorney General, Roysdale Forde, has condemned the government’s recent mass promotion of over 2,000 police officers within the Guyana Police Force (GPF), calling it a politically motivated maneuver aimed at swaying voters and improving the image of a “badly tarnished administration.” The promotions, ordered by […]
Kaieteur News : A tragic incident unfolded on Thursday night when a 17-year-old boy fatally stabbed his stepfather, Ryan Thomas, following a domestic dispute. The altercation reportedly occurred after Thomas returned home intoxicated and began abusing his mother. While the police have yet to release an official statement, sources indicate that Thomas was stabbed in […]
President Irfaan Ali addressed party supporters at a rally on Sunday, aiming to rally support for his government amid rising concerns about the cost of living. Speaking from the west side of the Demerara River, he emphasized his administration’s efforts to mitigate the impact of global price increases while pledging to do more in a […]
In today’s ever-evolving work environment, remote jobs are no longer a luxury or an exception. They are becoming the norm. The rise of technology, the influence of digital transformation, and the increased desire for work-life balance have made remote work a global movement. If you’re looking to transition to a remote job or upgrade your […]
Reuters — The United States is set to implement a pilot program that could require bonds of up to $15,000 for some tourist and business visas, starting August 20. This initiative aims to address concerns over visitors who overstay their visas, according to a government notice released on Monday. Under this new program, U.S. consular […]
Justice Roxanne George-Wiltshire has been sworn in as the acting Chancellor of the Judiciary, while Justice Navindra Singh has assumed the role of acting Chief Justice. The Oath of Office was administered by President Dr. Irfaan Ali today. These appointments come as Justice Yonette Cummings-Edwards, the current acting Chancellor, is set to take leave. In […]
Mark Augustin, a 45-year-old resident of Four Miles, Potaro Road, has pleaded guilty to a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charge in Bartica Magistrate’s Court. Augustin appeared before Magistrate Teriq Mohammed on August 4, 2025, where the charge was formally presented. Following his guilty plea, he was fined $200,000 or faced the alternative of serving […]
The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has issued a press release reminding all stakeholders about the importance of maintaining the integrity of the electoral process during the upcoming General and Regional Elections on September 1, 2025. In the statement dated August 4, 2025, GECOM emphasized the significance of protecting voters’ rights and ensuring a free, fair, […]
Man Reportedly Drowns at Lake Capoey Kaieteur News Reports — Authorities have confirmed a drowning incident that occurred at Lake Capoey over the weekend. The body of the victim was recovered from the lake on Sunday morning. Police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. This is a developing story, and updates will be […]
An Open Letter to Lindeners and All Guyanese Dear Comrades, President Irfaan Ali cannot be serious. I plead with you: do not be swayed by this web of lies and broken promises. In 2022, the United Nations reported that approximately 47% of Guyanese were living in poverty. Rather than addressing this grim reality, the PPP/C […]
In a passionate statement shared on social media, Hon. Annette F. Ferguson MP firmly rejected former APNU+AFC Member of Parliament Jermaine Figueira’s recent endorsement of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) and his call for political allegiance change in Linden. Ferguson declared, “No, Jermaine Figueira, you will NOT have it your way. Lindeners will reject the […]
During a campaign rally on Sunday, President Dr. Irfaan Ali stated that individuals associated with Azruddin Mohamed and his newly formed party, WIN, were warned of potential consequences for their affiliations. He revealed that several commercial banks—Guyana Bank for Trade and Industry (GBTI), Demerara Bank, and Citizens Bank—have already closed accounts belonging to candidates linked […]
In a passionate address delivered on Sunday evening, President Dr. Irfaan Ali outlined the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) plans for Region Ten (Upper Demerara – Upper Berbice) over the next five years. Speaking to residents at the party’s re-election campaign rally, he emphasized major infrastructure and economic initiatives aimed at transforming the region. The President […]
