Guyana News Updates

In a heartwarming event on August 24, 2025, Ms. Alice Baptist, a 91-year-old pensioner, received a new semi-furnished home, courtesy of the Community Development Council (CDC). This initiative was made possible through the village’s 2025 Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) funds. Housing and Water Minister, the Hon. Collin Croal, joined Ms. Baptist and other villagers […]

In the wake of a tragic incident at the Rising Sun Turf Club that claimed the life of 19-year-old jockey Kishawn Pereira, Bhigrog Poonai, businessman and former president of the Guyana Horse Racing Authority (GHRA), is calling for immediate reforms in the country’s horse racing sector. Pereira, a rising talent from Better Hope, East Coast […]

Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, has assured the residents of Kwakwani that the government will act swiftly to rebuild the Kwakwani Secondary School, which was destroyed by a fire early Sunday morning. In a pre-recorded video shared on his Facebook page, Edghill described the incident as a “regrettable” tragedy but emphasized the government’s commitment […]

Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, General Secretary of the PPP/C and Vice President of Guyana, assured supporters at a rally on August 24 that security forces are prepared to respond decisively to any attempts to disrupt the upcoming general and regional elections on September 1. Speaking to thousands gathered at the Stewartville rally, Jagdeo condemned the “dangerous […]

At a PPP/C rally in Stewartville, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo urged Region Three residents to take their civic duty seriously ahead of the September 1 elections. He emphasized the importance of voting, regardless of race, religion, or gender, warning against risking the country’s future. “On September 2, you don’t want to say you made […]

President Dr. Irfaan Ali urged residents of Region Three to turn out in large numbers on September 1 to defend their hard-won gains and secure future progress. At a PPP/C rally in Stewartville, he emphasized the importance of overwhelming support to defeat opponents. “The best way to crush ignorance is to crush them at the […]

Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar of Trinidad and Tobago pledged support for Guyana in the event of Venezuelan aggression, stating her government would grant U.S. forces access to defend Guyana if needed. “If the Maduro regime attacks, my government will unhesitatingly grant access,” she affirmed. Her comments reflect growing regional concerns over Venezuela’s intentions and coincide […]

Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh emphasized the People’s Progressive Party/Civic’s (PPP/C) newly launched 2025–2030 manifesto as credible and realistic, contrasting it with the opposition’s “lofty promises.” In an interview, Dr. Singh criticized opposition manifestos for lacking a strategic framework and grounding in economic realities. He highlighted the PPP/C’s comprehensive plan, which acknowledges both opportunities and […]

President Dr. Irfaan Ali raised alarms over rising security challenges, including transnational crime and Venezuela’s territorial claims, threatening Guyana’s sovereignty. Speaking at a rally in Herstelling, Ali emphasized the critical nature of the upcoming days for the nation’s future, stating, “We are nine days away from writing history or turning back the clock.” He highlighted […]

With just nine days until elections, Minister Charles Ramson Jr. criticized the opposition for turning the 2025 General and Regional Elections into a “comic show,” asserting that the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) will achieve the largest majority in history. At a PPP/C rally in Herstelling, Ramson claimed the opposition lacks credible policies and vision, highlighting […]

On Saturday, August 23, 2025, Assistant Commissioner K. Pareshram, the Regional Commander of Regional Division 4 ‘C’, led a critical Muster and Inspection exercise with the ranks of the Division. This initiative is part of the preparations for the upcoming General and Regional Elections, aimed at ensuring that officers are fully equipped, properly attired, and […]

I News Guyana Reports : A manhunt is underway for a Venezuelan national who fatally stabbed 30-year-old Toralpher Simon Harry during a scuffle early Sunday morning. The incident occurred around 3:00 AM on the Vreed-en-Hoop public road, near the Bright Star Chinese Restaurant. Harry, a porter with Guyana Water Inc. (GWI) and a resident of […]

Kaieteur News Reports : A man identified as Toralpher Harry was stabbed to death early Sunday morning, August 24, in a shocking incident captured on CCTV. The footage shows Harry being attacked by another man around 2:58 AM. As of press time, police have not released an official report regarding the fatal stabbing, and the […]

News Room Guyana Reports : Forward Guyana Chairman Dorwain Bess has fiercely criticized businessman Azruddin Mohamed, labeling him “corrupt” and “manipulative” in a video statement. Bess alleged that Azruddin improperly took over his fuel license and accused him of exploiting his authority. He expressed shock upon discovering Azruddin’s involvement in the fuel business, questioning the […]

Bryan Max has publicly lashed out at Mikhail Rodrigues, also known as “Guyanese Critic,” following a violent confrontation that left him with serious injuries. In a social media statement, Max detailed the incident, claiming that Rodrigues pulled a gun on him, resulting in a wound above his left eye that required six stitches. He stated […]

Attorney at Law Nigel Hughes and Leader of the AFC has raised alarm over discrepancies in the counting and sorting processes at the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM). Following two recounts of the disciplined services envelopes containing votes, significant differences have emerged between the manual counts and the spreadsheets generated by GECOM’s IT department. In Region […]

Statement on East Coast Demerara Accident Involving Discipline Services Ballot Boxes and Party Agents Agents from the WIN party are recovering safely following their involvement in a road accident on the East Coast Demerara. The three political representatives were among passengers from various political parties in a vehicle transporting ballot boxes from Berbice on August […]

A fire of unknown origin has completely destroyed the Kwakwani Secondary School, located in Pathville, at approximately 3:40 AM on Sunday, August 24, 2025. Authorities have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the blaze. The school, a one-storey concrete structure measuring about 30 feet in width and 100 feet in length, was reported to […]

Authorities are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Toshia Archibale, who has been missing for over two weeks. Toshia was last seen wearing a blue jersey, grey three-quarter pants, and black slippers. She was carrying a black bag on her back at the time of her disappearance. Family members are deeply concerned for her […]

Travis Chase, HGP Nightly News Reports — A probe is underway following a suspected arson attack at the East La Penitence Police Station. Police officers on duty formed a bucket brigade to extinguish the fire before the Guyana Fire Service arrived Saturday morning. The PVC ceiling on the eastern side of the station was destroyed. […]