A distraught Karen, the sister of slain clothes vendor Desiree Hyman-Jacobs, shared her heartbreak in an emotional video on Facebook, expressing that Desiree was a hardworking woman who did not deserve to die in such a tragic manner. Karen recalled how well-loved Desiree was in their community, emphasizing her dedication and kindness. Desiree was fatally […]
Hon. Amanza Walton-Desir, the Presidential Candidate of the Forward Guyana Movement (FGM), met with representatives from the Carter Center Election Observation Mission on Thursday. This meeting is part of ongoing discussions with political stakeholders as Guyana approaches its General and Regional Elections on September 1, 2025. During the meeting, the FGM delegation expressed appreciation for […]
A woman was fatally shot during a robbery at a clothes stand in Mocha, East Bank Demerara, this afternoon. The victim has been identified as Desiree Hyman-Jacobs, a resident of the same community. Residents report that this incident marks the second armed robbery in the area within two weeks, raising concerns about safety and security […]
Simpli Royal, a well-known organization in youth development and pageantry, has announced the long-anticipated return of the Miss Guyana Talented Teen Pageant, set to take place in November 2025. After an eight-year hiatus, the pageant is back with a renewed vision and commitment to empowering Guyana’s brightest young talent. The event, historically known for fostering […]
The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has approved six out of seven lists submitted by political parties on Nomination Day, with the only rejection being that of the Horizon & Star Party. This confirmation came from GECOM Commissioner Sase Gunraj. Friday marked a significant deadline as GECOM officially endorsed the final lists of candidates contesting in […]
HGP Nightly News Reports : The state has formally withdrawn all criminal charges of conspiracy to extort and libel against journalist Gary Eleazar and businessman Dorwain Bess, now Chairman of the Forward Guyana Movement. The dismissal was made today by Magistrate Fabayo Azore, following a written submission from Police Prosecutor Mandel Moore to discontinue the […]
The APNU has finalized its Manifesto after four years of engaging with the Guyanese public and professionals. The Coalition emphasizes that it did not delay consultations, unlike the PPP, and has integrated diverse perspectives from its partners and experts. The Manifesto outlines their People-Centered Development Strategy (PCDS) focusing on economic development, oil wealth management, poverty […]
Police are investigating the death of Ron Clarke, a 30-year-old taxi driver from William Street, Kitty, and Lot 76 Wisroc Housing Scheme. His body was discovered in a drain at Victory Valley, Wismar Linden, around 7:15 PM on Thursday evening. A 19-year-old construction worker reported seeing Clarke lying motionless in the drain while walking in […]
The Guyana Police Force is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 31-year-old Gavin Andrew, who is wanted in connection with an incident of indecent exposure. According to the bulletin issued by the police, Andrew is wanted for the exposure of genitals, which reportedly took place in March 2025 at Annandale, East Coast Demerara. His last […]
Bradley Sampson, also known as “Doggie,” appeared at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court today facing a series of charges stemming from an incident at the Square of the Revolution on Tuesday. He was charged with: Unlawful possession of a firearm Unlawful carrying of a firearm with intent to cause terror or alarm to the public Disorderly […]
Investigation Underway in Death of Taxi Driver Ron Clarke Police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of Ron Clarke, a 30-year-old taxi driver from William Street, Kitty, and Lot 76 Wisroc Housing Scheme. The incident occurred around 7:15 PM on July 17, 2025, in Victory Valley, Wismar Linden. According to a 19-year-old construction […]
Hana Khamelia from the We Invest In Nationhood (WIN) Party has claimed that the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) has been actively contacting candidates from their party following the submission of their list to the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM). According to Khamelia, candidates have reported receiving numerous calls from PPP operatives urging them to publicly withdraw […]
The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has reminded employers of their legal obligation to grant time off to employees for voting in the upcoming General and Regional Elections scheduled for September 1, 2025. In a recent statement, GECOM emphasized that, regardless of work commitments or polling station locations, employers must allow their employees sufficient time to […]
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has announced that a second auction for offshore oil blocks in Guyana could take place in 2026. However, the government aims to complete seismic surveys offshore before proceeding with the auction. Jagdeo indicated that there is interest from several companies in conducting these seismic surveys, and the government may allow […]
Moments after Presidential Candidate Azruddin Mohamed of the We Invest in Nationhood party was released from police custody over allegations of obstructing justice, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo dismissed claims of targeting and persecution made by Mohamed. At a press conference today, Jagdeo defended the police’s actions in sending officers with high-powered weapons to the WIN […]
News Source Reports : Presidential candidate for the “We Invest in Nationhood” party (WIN), Azruddin Mohamed, is alleging political prosecution following accusations of attempting to obstruct justice in a case involving one of his party’s activists, Bradley Sampson, also known as “Doggie.” He was detained for several hours at the Ruimveldt Police Station. “This is […]
Police are currently investigating a fatal accident that occurred on the Eastern Carriageway of Covent Garden public road, East Bank Demerara. The incident involved a motor lorry (number GAG 2043) driven by 23-year-old Richard Kevin Ghani of Alliance Road, Timehri, and a motorcycle (number CL 9379) owned and operated by 55-year-old Gerald Da Silva of […]
Avinash Naidoo of Line Path, Corentyne, Berbice, has been charged with seven offenses related to a fatal hit-and-run accident in March that resulted in the deaths of 19-year-old Kavita Betsan and her nine-month-old baby, Eli Surnjnarine. Naidoo, who had been in hiding since the incident, was arrested yesterday and appeared before Magistrate Tuanna Hardy at […]
At approximately 5:30 PM today, police acted on a report made by a 52-year-old female social worker from Westminster, Parfaite Harmonie, West Bank Demerara. Officers from the Parfaite Harmonie Police Station visited the social worker’s home, where they conducted a search and recovered an unlicensed firearm. During the search, a .32 revolver was found wrapped […]
Ganesh Mahipaul recently published the following Statement : In my short 17 years of active politics, I’ve observed one consistent trend: the PPP/C always finds a way to rekindle their relationships with old allies. They may fall out, hurl insults, and even campaign against one another. Yet, when the dust settles and the votes are […]
