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Joint Statement from Sexualities Women and Genders (SWAG) and SASOD Guyana

In a widely publicized video on Facebook, Leader of the Opposition Azruddin Mohamed is seen and heard chastising “questionable persons, lesbians, and bisexuals coming into the masjid to pray,” lamenting that “our leaders are not speaking out” against this. The Guyana Standard reported on this in an article titled “Mohamed warns about division, infiltration of […]

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Tribunal Established to Investigate Child Care Officers’ Actions

Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, has confirmed the establishment of a tribunal to investigate the actions of two Child Care and Protection Agency (CPA) officers seen in a video dragging a schoolgirl. The officers have been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation. “A tribunal has been […]

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Guyana Police Force Issues Warning About Online Extortion Scheme

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) is warning the public, particularly those in the business community, to exercise caution in light of an emerging online extortion scheme. Reports indicate that individuals and businesses are receiving emails from purported investigative reporters claiming to uncover drug trafficking networks operating within Guyana. According to the GPF, these emails often […]

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Department of Education, Region 10 Extends Condolences

The Department of Education, Region 10, wishes to express its deepest and most heartfelt condolences to Mr. Horold Coachman and Ms. Brenda Coachman of Great Falls, Demerara River, on the tragic passing of their beloved daughter, Rosita Coachman, age 16. Rosita was a Grade 10 student at Linden Foundation Secondary School, where she was a […]

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Bryan “Big Foot” Leitch Convicted of Murder in Decade-Long Case

A jury at the Demerara High Court has convicted Bryan “Big Foot” Leitch of murder in the killing of hotel proprietor Joseph Jagdeo, marking a significant development in a case that has spanned over a decade. Leitch was previously found guilty of manslaughter and sentenced to 33 years in prison. However, the Court of Appeal […]

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Two Men Plead Guilty in Fatal Attack on Cyclist

Osafi Johnson, 32, and Randy Tafari, 25, from Ruimveldt, have pleaded guilty to the fatal attack that led to the death of 29-year-old Nicholas Layne, also known as “Daddy.” The men appeared before Acting Chief Justice Navindra Singh at the Demerara High Court to formally accept responsibility for the crime, which occurred four years ago. […]

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Mother Calls for Hospital Security After Daughter’s Stabbing

The mother of a 15-year-old girl, Tiana Chapman, who was brutally stabbed around 25 times, is urging for increased security at the New Amsterdam Hospital. Tiana remains hospitalized in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and her mother fears for her daughter’s safety as the 28-year-old suspect in the attack remains at large. The incident occurred […]

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Update | Tragic Crash at Mandela Roundabout Claims Father and Daughter

News Room Reports | A tragic car crash early Thursday morning resulted in the deaths of Kenneth Johnson and his 15-year-old daughter, Kelly Johnson. The accident occurred around 1:50 AM at the Mandela Roundabout when Kenneth, who was driving motor car PAL 2882, lost control of the vehicle. Preliminary investigations reveal that Kenneth was traveling […]

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Mother of Schoolgirl Dragged Through Bus Park Demands Justice

Sheina Douglas, the mother of a 15-year-old schoolgirl who was dragged through the Stabroek Market Square bus park by Childcare and Protection Agency (CPA) officers, has vowed to seek justice and bring charges against the officers involved. “My daughter is not a floor cloth, she is not a dog; she is a human with rights […]

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Tragic Crash at Mandela Roundabout Claims Two Lives

A man and an unidentified woman lost their lives early Thursday morning following a car crash at the Mandela Roundabout. The deceased have been identified as Kenneth Johnson, from ‘A’ Field, Liliendaal, Sophia, who was driving the vehicle, motor car PAL 2882, and the unidentified woman who was seated in the front passenger seat. The […]

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Ministry of Home Affairs Approves Promotions for 101 GPS Officers

The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced the promotion of 101 officers within the Guyana Prison Service (GPS), marking the most comprehensive advancement exercise in recent years. This initiative underscores the Government’s commitment to enhancing correctional leadership and institutional stability. In a press release, the Ministry outlined that these promotions cover various levels, including supervisory, […]

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PNCR Mourns the Passing of Monica Thomas

The People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) has expressed profound sadness at the passing of Monica Thomas, who died on Wednesday, March 4th. Monica served as the Manager of the PNCR Georgetown District Office and was also the Chairperson of the Werk-en-Rust PNCR group, as well as an Executive member of the National Congress of Women […]

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Jennifer Ally Charged After Allegedly Refusing Breathalyzer Test

HGP Nightly News Reports | Jennifer Ally was taken into police custody on Wednesday night following an incident in which she allegedly refused to submit to a breathalyzer test during a traffic stop along Agriculture Road in Triumph. According to police reports, the incident occurred around 10:00 PM on March 4, 2026. Ally, a 32-year-old […]

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APNU MP Calls for Action on Parliamentary Committees Amid Delays

Ganesh Mahipaul, a Member of Parliament representing the A Partnership for National Unity (APNU), is urging Speaker of the National Assembly Manzoor Nadir to convene the Committee of Selection to appoint critical parliamentary committees. Mahipaul emphasized that the ongoing delays are an assault on parliamentary democracy. In a public statement, MP Mahipaul pointed out that […]

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23-Year-Old Laborer Charged with Attempted Felony in Essequibo Coast

A 23-year-old laborer from Bounty Hall, Chakall Sugrim, has been charged with attempting to commit a felony against 65-year-old businessman Ramkumar, also known as Prince. The case was brought before the Charity Magistrate’s Court on Monday, where Magistrate Ravindra Mohabir presided. The charge, which falls under Section 36 of the Criminal Law (Offences) Act, Chapter […]

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Mother of Drowning Victims Defends Parenting Amid Tragedy

Tesha De Courte, the mother of two children who tragically drowned during Phagwah celebrations, is speaking out against claims of neglect in the wake of their deaths, emphasizing her deep hurt by public commentary. In an emotional interview with the News Room, De Courte asserted, “I just lost two children, and the neighborhood can testify […]

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Student Injured in Motorcycle Accident Near Buxton Secondary School

Credible Sources Reports | A student from Buxton Secondary School was struck by a motorcycle earlier today along the Strathspey Public Road, near Vigilance, leaving the child injured on the roadway while awaiting medical assistance. According to reports from witnesses at the scene, the student lay on the ground for over 20 minutes before an […]

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Guyanese Man Extradited to the U.S. to Face Fraud Charges

Ronley Floyd Bynoe, a Guyanese-born individual, has been extradited to the United States to face multiple fraud-related charges, as confirmed by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). According to a statement from the DPP’s Chambers, Bynoe was extradited on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. He had been held at the Georgetown Camp Street Prison while awaiting […]

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