Guyana News Updates

The Georgetown Public Hospital Institute of Health Science has announced exciting new training opportunities for healthcare professionals seeking to advance their careers. The institute is offering programs in Bachelor of Science in Neonatal Nursing, Operating Room Training Technician, and Master of Medicine in Orthopedics and Traumatology. Training Programs Overview Bachelor of Science in Neonatal Nursing: […]

Local Government Ministry Refutes False Claims The Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development has firmly rejected recent false reports circulating on a social media page called ‘Credible Sources’. These reports allege that students in the Cuyuni-Mazaruni Region have been informed that there is no funding available for the annual 2025 Work-Study Programme. The Ministry […]

In a recent press conference, the APNU Coalition sought to clarify misunderstandings and misreporting regarding their positions and statements over the past week. Concerns About Electoral Integrity The APNU emphasized that their concerns about free and fair elections in Guyana remain unchanged. Key issues include a bloated voters list, registration of ineligible voters, threats against […]

Rawle Toney Wrote Via Social Media : If what happened to Babyskello doesn’t make you deeply uncomfortable, then something is seriously wrong. Let’s be clear: while one can criticize the ignorance in his lyrics or the actions that led to his arrest, denying him bail and remanding him to prison is outrageous. Meanwhile, the internet […]

Recent comments by activist Rickford Burke have sparked a heated debate regarding the actions of Magistrate Judy Latchman in the case of Daniel Wharton, also known as “Baby Skello.” Wharton was remanded to prison for a song that allegedly portrays the Hindu Goddess Lakshmi in a vulgar manner, raising questions about freedom of expression and […]

A police operation led by Deputy Superintendent has resulted in the discovery and destruction of two significant cannabis farms at Yarrowkabra Backdam on Friday, June 13, 2025. The first farm spanned two acres and contained approximately 4,500 cannabis plants ranging in height from three to five feet. Authorities also found a makeshift camp at the […]

Diamond Magistrate Judy Latchman has remanded Daniel Wharton, popularly known as “Baby Skello,” to prison until July 1st. Wharton faces charges of blasphemous libel related to a song he released that allegedly portrays the Hindu Goddess Lakshmi in a vulgar manner. The case has sparked significant public interest and concern regarding the impact of artistic […]

An upcoming workshop aimed at enhancing the skills of front desk workers and sales personnel is set to take place in Lethem, Region 9. This training opportunity will cover essential topics designed to equip participants with professional skills necessary for success in customer service roles. Workshop Details Date: June 18th – 19th, 2025Time: 9 AM […]

Messiah Mussenden, a 25-year-old security guard, was arrested on June 8, 2025, and charged today with the murder of Rondell Clarke. The charge was brought against him by a rank from the Criminal Investigation Department’s Major Crime Investigation Unit. Mussenden appeared at the Vigilance Magistrate’s Court earlier today, where the charge was formally read to […]

The Guyana Council of Organisations for Persons with Disabilities is offering a FREE skills training program in collaboration with the Basic Needs Trust Fund Guyana. If you are a person with a disability interested in acquiring new skills, you can sign up using the link provided. The training includes: Disability Studies Training on applying behavioral […]

British Survivor Recounts Air India Horror in Ahmedabad Ahmedabad, UK Edition – Friday, 13 June 2025 The Guardian Reports : A British national, Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, has vividly described his harrowing escape from the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, stating he witnessed people “dying in front of my eyes.” The tragic incident, which occurred […]

MP Sherod Duncan has voiced concerns over the Guyana Elections Commission’s (GECOM) sudden modification of the Nomination Form, which political parties have been using. With elections less than three months away, this abrupt change forces parties to redo their completed forms, raising the risk of disqualification and potential delays under tight legal deadlines. This decision […]

Arraignment Scheduled for Today In response to a recent social media post by Ms. Joanna Ramoutar, authorities have confirmed that a suspect has been arrested in connection with a domestic violence matter. The victim, Ms. Ramoutar, provided a statement to the police, and a medical examination has been conducted. The suspect, identified as Karran Sukhan, […]

The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has approved a modified version of the Nomination Form required for the submission of Lists of Candidates by Political Parties in the upcoming General and Regional Elections. This revision, proposed by Chief Election Officer (CEO) Mr. Vishnu Persaud, aims to enhance accuracy and prevent misuse of the forms. The Nomination […]

In a powerful address, media executive Glen Lall lamented the stark contrast between Guyana’s abundant resources and the widespread poverty faced by its citizens. His remarks, delivered passionately, highlight the troubling reality that, despite the country’s vast wealth, many Guyanese are struggling to make ends meet. Lall began his message with a striking metaphor: “With […]

Former members of the People’s National Congress-led A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) and the Alliance For Change (AFC) who have endorsed the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) are being welcomed with open arms, according to PPP General Secretary Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo. “PPP supporters are happy for that because they see people recognizing that we are […]

President Irfaan Ali has defended the recent endorsements from several Opposition members who have pledged their support for his governing People’s Progressive Party (PPP) in the lead-up to the upcoming elections. Since the announcement of the election date, a number of former Opposition figures have publicly aligned themselves with President Ali and the PPP. At […]

Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo announced this afternoon that sanctioned Permanent Secretary and member of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Mae Thomas, will not be included on the party’s list of candidates for the upcoming General and Regional Elections. Thomas was sanctioned by the U.S. government along with businessman Azruddin Mohamed and his father, Nazar Mohamed. […]

In response to the U.S. government’s threat of sanctions against countries utilizing the Cuban labor export program, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo announced today that the Guyanese government is reevaluating its plans to hire healthcare workers from Cuba. During a press conference this afternoon, Jagdeo stated that while the government still intends to recruit professionals from […]

The police are investigating a case of robbery under arms following a chilling early-morning home invasion on Tuesday that left a 24-year-old chef nursing a gunshot wound. The victim, Carlos Conyern, of Aubrey Barker Road, South Ruimveldt, was reportedly attacked around 3:30 AM while sleeping in the upper flat of his home. He was confronted […]