Matthew Zaman, who had been paralyzed since a motor vehicle accident in December 2017, passed away early Wednesday morning at the age of 15. Matthew was just eight years old when a minibus struck him along the East Coast of Demerara, leaving him completely paralyzed. His mother, Bibi Shanaz Khan, became his full-time caregiver, sacrificing […]
Dawn Hastings-Williams, the former General Secretary of the People’s National Congress (PNC), has publicly declared her support for the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party, led by Azruddin Mohamed. In her statement, she emphasized the urgent need for effective leadership as Guyana prepares to advance on the global stage. Hastings-Williams criticized past leadership, stating that […]
Detectives from the Criminal Investigations Department’s anti-crime patrol apprehended Rakameem Nicholas, a 21-year-old suspect wanted in connection with a multi-million-dollar armed robbery at the Fantasy Game Lounge. The incident occurred on June 22, 2025. Nicholas was arrested last evening at approximately 7:00 PM at the KK Villa on Lime Street, Werk-en-Rust. He was spotted standing […]
Hgp Nightly News Reports : Political activist Kevon Lorrimer, who was sentenced to nine months in prison for fraud, has been hospitalized again after suffering what is described as a mild heart attack. This marks the third time he has required medical treatment since his sentencing. Lorrimer was found guilty in absentia on June 19, […]
Claims Illegal Detention and Transfer to Suriname Roystan Drakes Production Reports : A Guyanese man, Raymond David, is alleging that members of the Guyana Police Force kidnapped him, unlawfully detaining him and subsequently transporting him across the border into Suriname without adhering to proper extradition procedures. Speaking from what appears to be a prison facility, […]
As the September elections approach, several political parties have begun camping out at the Umana Yana in preparation for the Nomination Day process scheduled for Monday. On this day, parties must submit their lists of candidates along with the required signatures from nominators. The Alliance for Change (AFC) and the A Partnership for National Unity […]
The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) is gearing up for its re-election campaign launch, with General Secretary Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo asserting that the focus will be on “real plans and positivity,” rather than mere “optics politics.” He made this statement during his weekly press conference, where he refrained from discussing any potential surprise attendees at the […]
Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C), emphasized on Thursday that the United States has substantial evidence supporting the sanctions imposed on businessman Azruddin Mohammed and others. This statement was made during his weekly press conference at Freedom House. Jagdeo responded to inquiries about the sanctions by stating, “We don’t have […]
Three men have been remanded to prison following their appearance in court related to the recent seizure of over 24 kilograms of foreign marijuana by the Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU). Kenner Arjun, Antonio Bobb, and Pooran Seemangal faced Magistrate George at the Leonora Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, July 10, 2025. All three defendants pleaded not […]
Kamalall Lachminarine, a labourer from Enterprise Garden, East Coast Demerara, has been charged with Simple Larceny following his arrest on July 7, 2025. The charge, which is in accordance with Section 66(c) of the Summary Jurisdiction Offences Act, stems from an incident involving Tara Mohan. Lachminarine appeared before His Worship Sunil Scarce at Vigilance Magistrate […]
Police are investigating a tragic accident that occurred at approximately 9:42 AM this morning, resulting in the death of a 77-year-old man. The incident took place on Friendship Public Road and involved two vehicles: a motor lorry and a motor jeep. The lorry, identified as number GAE 5317, was driven by 37-year-old Aubrey Herman Lim […]
The PPP/C Government has awarded a $1.5 billion contract for the reconstruction and widening of the B-Field Sophia Access Road. Ministers Deodat Indar and Kwame McCoy recently met with local residents to discuss the details of the project. During the engagement, residents were informed that the initiative will involve a comprehensive reconstruction of the existing […]
Police have apprehended 19-year-old Junior Linton, known as “Butter,” in connection with an armed robbery incident that occurred early this morning. The suspect, an unemployed resident of Grove, East Bank Demerara, is accused of attacking Yasmin Mohamed, a 61-year-old male labourer, at approximately 5:00 AM on Hogg Street. According to preliminary investigations, Yasmin was riding […]
The Alliance for Change (AFC) is actively engaging its supporters in the selection of a Prime Minister candidate to run alongside Nigel Hughes in the upcoming elections. In a recent social media post, the party announced an anonymous poll, inviting members and the public to weigh in on potential candidates. With the AFC choosing not […]
Animal Welfare Activists of Guyana (AWAG) shared a heartfelt update on their Facebook page regarding Sharon Singh of Zeelugt, who recently took action to help a neglected horse in the Cornelia Ida area. Equipped with her AWAG ID badge, Sharon traveled by taxi with essential supplies, including water and grass for the horse. However, upon […]
In a significant move to decentralize government services, the Attorney General Chambers announced the opening of new offices for the Deeds and Commercial Registry in Mahdia, Linden, and New Amsterdam. Attorney General Anil Nandlall shared the news during a press briefing on Tuesday evening. The Mahdia office in Region Eight will open soon, while the […]
News Room Reports : A teenager from Cumberland Village, East Canje Berbice, suffered a fractured leg after being mistakenly identified as a robbery suspect and struck by a police vehicle on Monday afternoon, July 7. Orandy Welcome Jr., a fitter and machinist, recounted the incident, stating he had just dropped off a friend and was […]
Sherwin Peters, a 36-year-old former SWAT officer, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for the manslaughter of Orin Boston, a father of two, during a controversial 2021 operation. The sentence was handed down on Thursday by Justice Sandil Kissoon in the High Court, who condemned the actions of the SWAT team as “unlawful, […]
News Room Guyana Reports : The family of 16-year-old Kimberley Jones is calling for justice following her tragic death in a road accident on Tuesday night. Kimberley was struck by a vehicle while crossing the Bel Air Public Road around 21:20 hrs. According to reports, a car identified as PAF 2130, driven by 32-year-old Paul […]
News Room Guyana Reports : The trial of businessman Marlan DaSilva, charged with the brutal killing of his partner, Kenesha Vaughn, has yet to commence, despite all statements being filed. The matter was called on Thursday morning before Acting Chief Magistrate Judy Latchman at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court, where it was once again adjourned. Defense […]
