The third day of the 2026 Budget Debate brought focus to the digital transformation of public services, with Minister of Public Service, Government Efficiency and Implementation, Zulfikar Ally, outlining significant advancements in this area. During his speech, Ally announced that thousands of Guyanese have registered for the new electronic identification (e-ID) system, an initiative aimed […]
In his inaugural address to the National Assembly, Minister of Labour and Manpower Planning, Keoma Griffith, revealed plans for a comprehensive training programme aimed at truck drivers. The initiative will be implemented through the Board of Industrial Training (BIT) and aims to enhance road safety and driving standards. Speaking during the Budget Debate, Griffith noted […]
Gail Teixeira, Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance, has addressed concerns regarding the entitlements of the newly-elected Opposition Leader, Azruddin Mohamed, following questions about his security arrangements and benefits. In a Facebook video posted on Wednesday, Teixeira explained that the Opposition Leader is entitled to the same benefits as a government minister. She clarified that […]
In a candid post on Facebook, Priya Manickchand, the Minister of Local Government, expressed her frustration with internet service providers in Guyana. Manickchand criticized the current state of internet services, stating, “Dear internet providers. DO BETTER. Or get off the spectrum. The services have been nothing short of crappy recently. We can’t be building out […]
HGP Nightly News Reports | Jomel Kenny, a 23-year-old truck driver charged in connection with the deadly multi-vehicle collision on the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge, has been granted bail in the amount of two million dollars. Kenny appeared in the Diamond Magistrates’ Court today, facing charges of causing death by dangerous driving, among other […]
In a significant initiative to enhance child protection across Guyana, the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security, through its Childcare and Protection Agency (CPA), has launched a Rapid Response Team (RRT) aimed at urgently addressing cases of child abuse and neglect. Under the leadership of Minister Hon. Dr. Vindhya Persaud, the RRT is designed […]
A known thief has targeted residents in the upper West Coast Demerara community of Meten-Meer-Zorg, stealing goods and valuables early Wednesday morning, including a set of canter keys essential for the family’s daily operations. The distraught family is urgently seeking the community’s assistance in recovering their stolen belongings. They are particularly pleading for the return […]
A total of 126 criminal cases are scheduled for trial at the January 2026 session of the Demerara Criminal Assizes, reflecting a significant decline in the number of cases over recent years. This reduction in caseload signifies improvements in judicial capacity and efficiency within the Guyanese legal system. In January 2023, the Assizes had 308 […]
The Guyana Press Association (GPA) has issued a press statement condemning recent remarks by Speaker of the National Assembly, Mr. Nadir, regarding media access during parliamentary sessions. The association asserts that his comments made during the 3rd Sitting of the House on February 2 and 3 contained significant misrepresentations. The GPA clarified that the Speaker […]
A heated debate unfolded yesterday in Parliament as Opposition Members of Parliament Gordon Barker from the WIN party and Coretta McDonald of the APNU confronted Education Minister Sonia Parag regarding budgetary allocations for the Education Ministry and the overall state of the education sector. MP Barker raised concerns about the government’s school feeding program, questioning […]
Big Smith News Watch Reports | Odel Garnett, also known as “Crab,” has been formally committed to stand trial in the High Court for the murder of seven-year-old Jeremiah Gustave, who tragically lost his life after being struck by a stray bullet during a shooting incident in Charlestown. Garnett was arrested and charged with murder […]
A suspected human skull was discovered on the Number One Foreshore in Albion, Corentyne, prompting an ongoing police investigation. The discovery occurred around 11:22 AM when a 23-year-old employee of the National Drainage and Irrigation Authority, who was working in the area, stumbled upon what appeared to be a human skull. After making the unsettling […]
In a live Facebook broadcast this morning, President Irfaan Ali announced that Guyana’s unemployment rate has significantly decreased over the four-year period from 2020 to 2024, and the trend continues downward. Expressing his satisfaction, the President highlighted improvements in job availability, particularly among women and youth. He attributed the positive change to government policies that […]
A carpenter has pleaded guilty to the murder of a businessman during a robbery in Williamsburg, Corentyne Berbice, in 2023. Satish Ramnaraise, also known as “Chico,” 39, appeared before Justice Deborah Kumar on Tuesday afternoon and admitted to the murder of 79-year-old Akbhar Sain, which occurred on October 18, 2023. Ramnaraise, represented by Attorney Sasha […]
Authorities are investigating two firearm-related incidents that occurred on Monday night in Regions Nine and Four ‘C’, leading to the recovery of illegal weapons and the arrest of two individuals. The first incident unfolded around 19:05 hrs in Hiawa Village, Central Rupununi, where police officers from Regional Division #9 responded to a report of threatening […]
The sugar sector took center stage on Tuesday as Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha and Opposition Parliamentarian Vishnu Panday engaged in a heated exchange during the ongoing Budget Debate. Amid their clash emerged a significant announcement from Mustapha, who presented the Guyana Sugar Corporation’s (GuySuCo) five-year strategic plan, projecting a return to profitability by 2030. Mustapha […]
Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Sarah Browne, has announced major initiatives under Budget 2026 aimed at enhancing support for Guyana’s Indigenous Peoples. Key measures include increased funding for education and the construction of a new Amerindian Hostel. Enhanced Support for Students A significant change in the Hinterland Scholarship Programme is set to benefit students pursuing secondary […]
On Tuesday, Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodrigues, presented a comprehensive outline of initiatives under Budget 2026 aimed at enhancing tourism, bolstering small and medium-sized businesses, improving transport infrastructure, and alleviating the cost of living for Guyanese citizens. During the second day of the Budget 2026 debates in the National Assembly, Rodrigues emphasized […]
On Thursday, January 29, 2026, an armed assault occurred at a mining camp along the Cuyuni River, where three masked gunmen opened fire during an attack on miners. Fortunately, no valuables were taken, and no injuries were reported. The incident unfolded around 8:15 PM when an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) arrived at the camp, bringing the […]
Dexter Philadelphia, a 51-year-old contractor from Number 51 Village, has been committed to stand trial for the alleged rape of a child under 16 years. Also known as “Dexter Clarke,” he appeared before Justice Deborah Kumar at the Berbice High Court on Tuesday, where he pleaded not guilty to the charges against him. The incident […]
