On Thursday, President Dr. Irfaan Ali announced that students who paid for this year’s CSEC and CAPE examinations will receive full reimbursement for up to eight subjects. In April, President Ali revealed that the government would cover the examination fees for every student in both public and private schools, with an estimated budget of $700 […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has officially dissolved Guyana’s 12th Parliament and all Regional Democratic Councils, paving the way for general and regional elections scheduled for September 1, 2025. The announcement was made on Thursday when the Head of State signed two proclamations at State House, exercising his constitutional powers under the Constitution of the Cooperative […]
Acting on information about narcotics being sold at a roadside shop, police ranks on Anti-Crime Patrol duties visited a location at Last Bridge, West Minister, Parfaite Harmonie. At approximately 2:00 PM today, officers discovered 200 grams of marijuana. Upon arrival, they encountered Shawn Jordan, a 27-year-old self-employed man from Last Bridge. During a search conducted […]
Antigua Newsroom – A 24-year-old man, Victor Ince of Lightfoot West, has been remanded to prison in Antigua and Barbuda following charges related to the death of 19-year-old Joyleen Abraham from Guyana. Ince appeared before Magistrate Ngaio Emanuel on Wednesday, facing charges of unlawful confinement and killing. The incident occurred on May 7 in the […]
An elderly resident of Eclipse Falls, Barima-Waini (Region One), has received a newly constructed home aimed at enhancing her comfort and quality of life. The home was funded through the Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) Fund, a government initiative focused on supporting sustainable development in hinterland and Indigenous communities while advancing Guyana’s climate resilience. The […]
Lieve Blanckaert has made headlines after being crowned Miss Grand Texas 2025, a victory she describes as a culmination of years of growth and perseverance. In her heartfelt message, Blanckaert shared, “This isn’t just a crown. It’s 10 years of trying, growing, not quitting, coming back, believing, falling apart, and still choosing to show up.” […]
Saif Majid, a 23-year-old farmer from Lot 491 Lima Sands, was arrested on June 28, 2025, in connection with the alleged murder of Gary Melville, also known as ‘Tonna.’ On Thursday, July 3, 2025, Majid appeared at the Suddie Magistrate’s Court before Her Worship Tamieka Clarke, where the charge was formally read to him. He […]
Next Court Appearance Scheduled More than four months after being charged with the brutal murder of his partner, Kenesha Vaughn, city businessman Marlan DaSilva remains on remand and is set to make his next court appearance on July 10. The case was called on Tuesday before Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court. […]
A taxi driver has been remanded to prison following charges of possession of an unlicensed firearm after his arrest during a foiled robbery attempt in New Amsterdam, Berbice. Jayz Halley, 23, of Stevedore Housing Scheme, Georgetown, appeared before Magistrate Michelle Matthias at the Reliance Magistrates’ Court. He was charged with possession of a firearm without […]
Leaders of the newly formed coalition, Forward Guyana Movement (FGM), are expressing their outrage over the Guyana Elections Commission’s (GECOM) decision to reject their proposed election symbol. One leader described the decision as “irresponsible,” sparking significant concern within the coalition. The news of FGM’s symbol being rejected came just hours after the coalition was officially […]
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, expressed strong confidence in the party’s ability to win the upcoming general elections but cautioned supporters about potential risks in the electoral process. Speaking to over 12,000 supporters at a fundraising dinner at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre on Friday evening, Jagdeo declared, “We […]
USA TODAY : Sean “Diddy” Combs will remain incarcerated at the Metropolitan Detention Center after U.S. District Court Judge Arun Subramanian denied his request for bail on July 2. This decision came just hours after Combs was convicted on two criminal charges, following nearly 10 months in jail, which included the duration of his two-month […]
The APNU Coalition has expressed alarm over the recent announcement that Mr. Bissoondyal Singh, President of the Guyana Cricket Board (GCB), and his entire membership have endorsed President Irfaan Ali for a second term. In a statement released via Facebook, the coalition denounced what they described as an “outrageous decision.” The APNU noted that this […]
Pt. Ubraj Narine, the former Mayor of Georgetown, took to Facebook earlier today to express his outrage over a political meeting held by Minister Zulfikar Mustapha of the PPP Government at Baracara Primary School during school hours. Narine criticized the event, stating, “Holding a political meeting during school hours, robbing our children of precious class […]
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation is urgently seeking assistance in locating the family members of several patients who have been medically discharged but continue to reside at the facility. Despite being cleared for discharge, no relatives or guardians have come forward to collect them. The hospital is appealing to the public for help. If you […]
at May 26th Nursery School, Melanie Damishana The May 26th Nursery School in Melanie Damishana celebrated the inauguration of a new play park, enhancing its facilities for young students. First Lady, Her Excellency Mrs. Arya Ali, officially commissioned the park alongside Minister Susan Rodrigues, as part of the National Beautification Project. Minister Rodrigues highlighted that […]
Source: www.thecity.nyc || After more than three decades of fighting to prove his innocence, Brian Kendall — a Guyanese-born man convicted in 1989 of a fatal shooting in Brooklyn — is finally on the verge of exoneration. Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez announced Tuesday that the Conviction Review Unit (CRU) has determined Kendall is “likely […]
Members of the Guyana Police Force’s Narcotics Branch conducted a successful operation today (Wednesday, June 2, 2025), leading to the recovery of a .45 pistol, 24 rounds of matching ammunition, and over 2,000 grams of illegal narcotics at Crown Dam, Parika. The operation, led by a female Deputy Superintendent, uncovered two bulky plastic bags hidden […]
News Source Guyana Reports : Four years after taking the helm of GTT, which has recently been rebranded as ONE Communications, the company has announced the departure of Chief Executive Officer Damian Blackburn. The decision was communicated to staff members recently, with Blackburn expected to remain on the company’s Board of Directors for a few […]
Days after announcing his resignation from the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR), former Member of Parliament Jermaine Figueira has elaborated on the reasons for his decision, which also includes stepping down as an Opposition Member of Parliament. In a statement released this morning, Figueira, who hails from Linden, described his departure as the result of […]
