Minister of Human Services and Social Security Dr. Vindhya Persaud announced that Old Age Pensioners will begin receiving an increased pension payment starting in March. Pensioners who have already collected their January and February payments of $41,000 must visit the post office to stamp their March voucher, which will reflect the new pension amount of […]
Vendors operating in B Field, Sophia, were relocated on Wednesday to facilitate an ongoing road widening project in the area. A total of 11 vendors who previously worked between Dennis Street and Pain Lane (the 9th Corner) began the relocation process, with another 60 expected to join soon as part of the comprehensive revamp of […]
Amanza Walton-Desir of the Forward Guyana Movement took to social media to respond to two tragic incidents involving 15-year-old mothers in different regions of Guyana. One young mother in Region Six is fighting for her life after a brutal stabbing, while another in Region Two was found unresponsive just one month after giving birth, discovered […]
In a heartfelt update shared on social media, Shuntel Malika Grant announced that 12-year-old Delroy Moses has successfully undergone surgery. The operation, which raised significant community concern and support, was completed without complications, much to the relief of his family. The family expressed deep gratitude for the overwhelming support, prayers, and encouragement they received from […]
Mr. Mohamed, the Leader of the Opposition, visited the grieving family of Pamela Jagernauth of Fyrish, Corentyne, who sadly passed away earlier this morning at New Amsterdam Hospital. During his visit, Mr. Mohamed expressed his heartfelt condolences and offered support to the family in their time of sorrow. Additionally, he extended financial assistance to help […]
A 15-year-old Mother from Berbice, Tiana Chapman, is fighting for her life in the Intensive Care Unit of the New Amsterdam Public Hospital after being stabbed 25 times by the father of her child. Tiana, from Pepper Street, Heat Burn Village, East Bank Berbice, was discovered wrapped in a blood-soaked sheet and transported to the […]
During the morning session of the Guyana Police Force’s two-day Inspectors’ Conference, Deputy Commissioner ‘Administration’ Mr. Ravindradat Budhram and Deputy Commissioner ‘Law Enforcement’ Mr. Wendell Blanhum delivered comprehensive presentations. Deputy Commissioner Budhram focused on Administrative Issues and Concerns, emphasizing the importance of Stores Regulations and the Force’s Strategic Pillars, particularly Developing Our People, Partnerships, and […]
Guyana Police Force’s Inspectors’ Conference Opens with Urgent Call for Transformation The Guyana Police Force’s Inspectors’ Conference commenced with a decisive address from Minister of Home Affairs Oneidge Walrond, emphasizing that the responsibility for driving policing transformation in 2026 rests squarely on the Inspectors. Held under the theme “Modern Policing for a Modern Nation: Integrating […]
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) is urgently seeking the public’s assistance in locating the family members or next of kin of Ms. Jenifer King, who is currently at the hospital. If you recognize her or have any information that may help reunite her with her family, please contact the hospital as soon as possible […]
A parent has reported that her 6-year-old daughter, a student at Lusignan Primary School, was stung by bees that came from an abandoned lot near the school’s compound. Despite alerting education authorities about the bee presence and the associated dangers, no action has been taken to resolve the issue. The We Invest in Nationhood political […]
The Guyana Police Force’s Inspectors’ Conference 2026 commenced this morning (February 25, 2026) at the Officers’ Mess Annexe, Eve Leary, under the theme: “Modern Policing for a Modern Nation: Integrating Technology, Innovation, and Leadership to Strengthen Public Safety and Trust.” The two-day event will run from February 25th to 26th. During his opening remarks, Commissioner […]
Minister of Education, Hon. Sonia Parag, inspected the ongoing construction of the new Jawalla Secondary School in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) on Tuesday and expressed satisfaction with the project’s progress. Accompanying her were Mr. Marti De Souza, Deputy Chief Education Officer for Amerindian and Hinterland Education Development, along with the project’s contractor and consultant. This $231.9 […]
Azruddin Mohamed, the Leader of the Opposition, visited the family of 12-year-old Delroy Moses in Victoria, East Coast Demerara, and provided financial assistance for his urgent life-saving surgery. Delroy has been diagnosed with a ruptured saccular aneurysm and requires surgery that cannot be performed at the Georgetown Public Hospital but is available at St. Joseph’s […]
Ignite News Reports | A close relative is currently in custody following the death of a 14-year-old mother from Good Hope Village, Essequibo Coast, who passed away nearly a month after giving birth. The teenager died in the early hours of Republic Day, having given birth in January under circumstances that were reportedly not widely […]
The News Desk Reports | Police in the Springlands Station District are investigating a case of alleged wounding that occurred on Sunday, February 22, 2026, around 1:30 p.m. at Lot 667, No. 76 Housing Scheme, Corentyne, Berbice. The victim, 47-year-old Olive Thompson, a ten-day worker residing at the same address, reportedly fled to a neighbor’s […]
ExxonMobil has pledged US $100 Million Dollars to support a new initiative aligned with President Dr. Irfaan Ali’s ambitious agenda to transform the local education sector, particularly in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The announcement was made during an event at the State House, hosted by President Ali and First Lady Arya Ali. “This […]
The High Court upheld three contested provisions of Guyana’s Fugitive Offenders Act as constitutional on Monday, clearing a crucial legal hurdle in the extradition proceedings against U.S.-indicted businessmen Azruddin Mohamed and his father, Nazar Mohamed. In a 26-page written ruling, Chief Justice (ag) Navindra Singh found that Sections 8(3)(A)(a), 8(3)(A)(b), and 8(3)(B)(c) of the Act […]
The trial concerning the March 2020 General and Regional Elections encountered delays on Tuesday when it could not proceed due to the unavailability of defense attorney Eusi Anderson, who is currently out of the jurisdiction. The matter was addressed at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court before presiding Magistrate Faith McGusty, who noted that efforts to contact […]
Attorney General Anil Nandlall has expressed ongoing concerns regarding delays in the extradition proceedings against U.S.-indicted businessmen Azruddin Mohamed and Nazar Mohamed. He highlighted that four months have passed since the United States formally requested their surrender, yet the matter remains unresolved in the Magistrate’s Court. The U.S. extradition request was transmitted in late October […]
With the implementation of new laws governing tinted motor vehicles imminent, motorists are being urged to visit any police station to have their vehicles tested for compliance. Inspector Marvin Forde, stationed at the Ruimveldt Police Station, emphasized the importance of adhering to these regulations during a recent episode of the ‘Road Safety and You’ programme. […]
