Colwyn King, the former President of the Guyana Teachers’ Union (GTU), has been found guilty of raping a child following a trial at the High Court in Georgetown. A 12-member jury returned a unanimous guilty verdict on two counts of rape, related to incidents that occurred in April 2021 involving a female complainant. The court […]
The multi-million-dollar luxury car tax evasion case against businessman Azruddin Mohamed continued today in the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court. During the proceedings, Sanjeev Datadin, attorney for the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA), indicated his intention to summon representatives from both local and foreign banking institutions to testify against Mohamed. Mohamed, who is currently sanctioned by the US, […]
Mark Junior George, a 24-year-old gold miner from Train Line, Port Kaituma, and Hill Street, Albouystown, has been remanded to prison following his arrest for the murder of Rayon Lall. The incident occurred on June 22, 2025, in Kaituma. George appeared before Magistrate Rabindranauth Singh at the Port Kaituma Magistrate’s Court via Zoom on Thursday. […]
After Alleged Robbery in Vreed-en-Hoop An unidentified man was fatally stabbed following an alleged robbery incident at the Vreed-en-Hoop Stelling, West Coast Demerara, on Wednesday around 6:00 PM. According to reports from Police Headquarters, a 22-year-old bowman was attacked by the deceased, who allegedly threatened him with a knife and stole his passenger fare. The […]
In a significant development, Senior Magistrate Fabayo Azore at the Georgetown Magistrate’s Court has overruled a no case submission made by Paul Slowe’s attorneys, requiring him to lead a defense in relation to sexual assault charges. Slowe, who was charged on October 15, 2021, under Section 4(3) of the Sexual Offences Act, Chapter 8:03, is […]
of Unauthorized Use of Campaign Ideas Nigel Hughes, leader of the Alliance for Change (AFC), has issued a formal response to allegations made by Nakisha Sinclair regarding the unauthorized use of her campaign ideas. This comes after Sinclair demanded USD 7,000, which the AFC views as an attempt at extortion. In a letter addressed to […]
Micobie Primary School- Region #8 Wrote Behind every significant achievement is a dedicated individual, and for Micobie Primary School, that person is Ms. Shevon Rambharrat. As the committed Grade Six teacher, Ms. Rambharrat has devoted considerable time and effort to preparing her pupils for the NGSA 2025, all while pursuing her Master’s Degree in Education. […]
Karran Sukhan, a 25-year-old businessman from Lot 143 Number 2 Village, East Canje, Berbice, has been granted bail following charges of domestic abuse against his reputed wife, Joanna Ramoutar. Sukhan made his first court appearance on June 13 before Magistrate Michelle Matthias, where he faced three charges: assault, causing actual bodily harm, and use of […]
News Source : In a remarkable achievement, Academy of Excellence student Tanasha Mayers has secured a perfect score of 487.88 at this year’s National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA), making her the top performer in the country. This marks only the second time in Guyana’s history that a student has attained full marks in the exam, […]
Derrick John, Chairman of the National Toshaos’ Council (NTC), and Lenox Shuman, Leader of the Liberty and Justice Party (LJP), have formally objected to the use of the “jaguar” as a political symbol by the newly formed We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party, led by billionaire businessman Azruddin Mohamed. In a letter addressed to the […]
The Alliance for Change (AFC) and its leader, Nigel Hughes, are facing intense public scrutiny following allegations from Nakisha Sinclair, who claims the party used her intellectual property without permission or compensation during its election campaign. In a series of viral Facebook posts, Sinclair outlined her grievances, asserting that the AFC and Hughes, the party’s […]
Police Constable Sherwin Peters has been found guilty of manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Essequibo businessman Orin Boston, which occurred in September 2021. The verdict was delivered on Wednesday after a trial that featured testimony from 25 witnesses. Peters appeared at the High Court in Essequibo before Justice Sandil Kissoon and is currently remanded […]
Yesterday, Senior Officers and Junior Ranks of the Guyana Police Force, along with representatives from GuyAmerica Construction Company, gathered at the newly constructed Moblissa Police Outpost for its official handing-over ceremony. The simple ceremony commenced with Commander of Regional Division 4B, Senior Superintendent W. DeHearte, expressing profound gratitude for the donation of the outpost. He […]
For many, pursuing a course with the Board of Industrial Training (BIT) is about gaining new knowledge. For sisters Tia and Tameira Forde, it was a strategic move to enhance their food business, T’s Delight & Catering Service. Launched in November 2024, the business quickly gained a reputation for its diverse offerings, including grilled seafood […]
Two weeks after the brutal murder of 46-year-old Jenny Mohamed, her daughter and son-in-law were charged and remanded to jail on Tuesday. Saffia Mohamed, 23, and her reputed husband, Austin Ramchand, 24, appeared before Magistrate Sunil Scarce at the Vigilance Magistrates’ Court, where they were not required to enter a plea to the murder charge. […]
Alfred De Jonge, the boyfriend of 22-year-old Stacy Walton, has been charged with manslaughter just days after her tragic death. De Jonge appeared at the Reliance Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday morning, where he was granted bail in the amount of $1 million. Walton died on Friday, June 20, initially believed to be the result of […]
“The Show Goes On, But The Damage Stays” Veteran Sports Journalist Rawle Toney Has Broken His Silence On An Issue That Continues To Plague Sports Both Locally And Internationally—sexual Assault And Rape Allegations Involving High-profile Athletes. In A Powerful And Personal Piece Titled #hearmeout, Toney Shares His Discomfort, Frustration, And Moral Conflict Surrounding These Difficult […]
Geewanram Girdharry, a 59-year-old resident of Bee Hive, Railway Embankment, East Coast Demerara, tragically lost his life in a car crash on Tuesday. The incident occurred around 5:30 PM when Girdharry was driving his motorcar (PAC 9952) along the Bee Hive Access Road. Reports indicate that he overtook another vehicle (PMM 2628) while approaching a […]
Mr. Reyad Khan of Guy-America Construction Company has generously donated a building (Police Outpost) and three motorcycles to the Commanders of Regional Police Divisions #4B and #10. The handover took place on Tuesday at Moblissa Junction on the Linden-Soesdyke Highway, with Superintendent Wayne De Hearte and Assistant Commissioner Kurleigh Simon receiving the keys. The new […]
The Daughter Of Jenny Mohamed And Her Common-law Partner Were Today (Tuesday) Formally Charged With Her Brutal Murder, Following A Shocking Turn In What Initially Began As A Missing Person Investigation. Austin Ramchand, A 24-year-old Auto Electrician, And Saffia Mohamed, A 23-year-old Housewife—both Of Lot 304 Mon Repos, East Coast Demerara—were Arrested On June 16, […]
