Phillip Bacchus, known as ‘Fish,’ 55, from Mahdia, Region Eight, was sentenced to 11 years in prison on Thursday for the unlawful death of Leavern Daniels. Bacchus had initially been indicted for murder but pleaded guilty to the lesser charge of manslaughter. The incident occurred between May 9 and May 10, 2019, in Princeville Village, […]
Jerome Rodriguez, a 23-year-old from Bartica, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the rape of a twelve-year-old girl. The sentence was handed down by Justice Navindra Singh at the Essequibo High Court. The incident occurred between June 1 and June 30, 2023, at Three Miles, Potaro Road, Bartica. Rodriguez was found guilty […]
Aubrey Norton, leader of the People’s National Congress (PNC) and A Partnership for National Unity (APNU), expressed his views on the recent crossover of Juretha Fernandes, Sherod Duncan, and Deonarine Ramsaroop from the Alliance for Change (AFC) to APNU, stating there is nothing wrong with their transition while still representing the AFC. This statement comes […]
In a landmark ruling today, Acting Chief Justice Roxane George declared the charge of criminal libel unconstitutional, dismissing a case brought against overseas-based Guyanese human rights and political activist Rickford Burke by the Police. Justice George also criticized the Police’s attempt to have an officer travel to the United States to serve a summons on […]
to Combat Cervical Cancer In a significant effort to eliminate cervical cancer in Guyana, First Lady Mrs. Arya Ali visited Kato Village, Region Eight, on Thursday to spearhead a massive vaccination drive. The event took place at the Kato Secondary School and featured several vaccinations aimed at protecting community health. The focus of the drive […]
Aubrey Norton, leader of the People’s National Congress (PNC) and Presidential Candidate for the A Partnership for National Unity (APNU), announced on Friday that APNU colleague Ganesh Mahipaul is positioned to become Guyana’s Vice President should the party win the upcoming General and Regional Elections on September 1, 2025. During a press conference, Norton addressed […]
APNU Prime Ministerial Candidate Juretha Fernandes has expressed her readiness and honor in accepting the role. In a statement, she emphasized the profound responsibility that comes with this position, acknowledging that meaningful progress is achieved through collective effort. “This moment belongs to the people of Bartica, who have shaped my belief in community; to the […]
True Leadership Is About Service and Empathy, Says Deputy Commissioner Budhram The Guyana Police Force Academy held a graduation ceremony this morning for the Junior Officers’ Course (JOC) and Immigration Course #1/2025 at the Police Officers’ Training Centre, Eve Leary, Georgetown. Thirty participants from various sectors, including the Guyana Police Force, Defence Force, Fire Service, […]
Former Mayor of Georgetown, Pandit Ubraj Narine, was cleared of all charges related to exciting racial hostility and alleged cybercrime in a ruling delivered this morning by Magistrate Leron Daly at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court. Magistrate Daly dismissed the case, stating that the prosecution failed to provide sufficient evidence to show that Mr. Narine had […]
Alle Dash, a 24-year-old resident of Golden Grove, East Coast Demerara, was charged with Simple Larceny after an incident involving Clifton Cooper. The arrest was made by a police officer from the Bartica Police Station earlier today (Friday). The case was presented at the Bartica Magistrate’s Court before Magistrate Teriq Mohammed. Upon hearing the charge, […]
at Meten-Meer-Zorg NDC A deeply disturbing incident has come to light involving a 16-year-old girl who was placed at the Meten-Meer-Zorg Neighbourhood Democratic Council (NDC) as part of her school’s work-study program. The teen’s family is alleging that she was encouraged by a staff member to taste a chemical substance, which she later found out […]
The body of 66-year-old George Julian Harry, a pensioner from Church of God Road, Buxton, East Coast Demerara, was found on Friday morning in a trench. Police Headquarters reported that the discovery was made around 07:45 hours. According to the report, Harry had a history of seizures and was a patient at the Georgetown Public […]
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has launched a three-day “Taser Certification Course” in collaboration with the Guyana Prison Service, the Amethyst School of Martial Arts, and the Security Training Academy. The course, which covers Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW), TX200P, and Body-Worn Camera (BWC) systems, commenced at the Officers’ Training Centre. The opening ceremony was chaired […]
Ubraj Narine and Sherod Duncan can now move forward without the looming concern of jail time or their eligibility for a political party list. This morning, charges of Racial Hostility and Using a Computer System to Attempt to Excite Ethnic Division on Grounds of Race were dismissed. This was Confirmed by Attorney at Law Darren […]
The Ministry of Education is pleased to announce that the 2025/2026 school year will commence on September 8, 2025. Schools will open on this date for the Christmas Term. As the current term draws to a close, we extend our best wishes to all learners and teachers for the remaining two weeks of this term […]
in Starting Graphic Design Business In a heartwarming gesture, Mr. A. Mohamed presented a laptop and printer to Daniel Pile, a physically challenged resident of Eastville, Annandale on the East Coast Demerara, on Wednesday. This generous donation aims to help Pile launch his graphic design business. Daniel, an aspiring DJ, had previously expressed his desire […]
Sherwin Benjamin, General Secretary of the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) I wish to unequivocally express my full and unwavering support for our Party Leader, Aubrey C. Norton MP, as the Leader of the PNCR and the Presidential Candidate for the A Partnership for National Unity (APNU). Having known and observed Aubrey Norton for almost […]
In a recent statement, Ganesh Mahipaul, a prominent leader within the APNU coalition, addressed media reports suggesting he had been sidelined within the party. Mahipaul clarified his position and reaffirmed his commitment to the coalition’s goals. “I have seen at least two media houses carrying stories with the headline, ‘Ganesh Mahipaul sidelined.’ Let me clear […]
In a recent statement, Shazaam Ally expressed strong doubts about the approval of the jaguar symbol proposed by the political party led by Team Mohamed. He pointed out that the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) is unlikely to approve this symbol due to prior usage by another political party. Ally noted that the ROAR (Rise, Organize, […]
In a recent statement, Robert Persaud, Chairman of the National Protected Areas Commission, addressed the Guyana Elections Commission regarding the use of national symbols in political contexts. Persaud emphasized the significance of Guyana’s national symbols, which he believes represent the collective history, culture, and pride of all citizens. He cautioned that using these symbols for […]
