A man has been detained for questioning in connection with the fire that destroyed a house at Salton Farm in Corentyne, Berbice, on Friday night. Samantha Crawford, a 44-year-old housewife, was residing in a two-story, three-bedroom home at Lot 9, Salton Farm. In an interview with reporters, Samantha explained that she had left her house […]
Ron Robinson was a son of Guyana whose voice became part of our nation’s soul. For decades, Guyanese awoke to his mellifluous tones, guiding us into each new day with his trademark wit, unvarnished intelligence, and a grace that only true masters of the craft possess. He was not merely a broadcaster; for years, he […]
The Ministry of Natural Resources has issued a strong warning to miners across Guyana, urging them to discontinue the practice of paying workers in raw gold. This illegal method of compensation undermines transparency, weakens gold declarations, and exposes workers to potential exploitation and unsafe practices. The call came during a high-level meeting held on December […]
HGP Nightly News reports that lawyers for Bhojnarine Bhola, the owner of Double Day Hotel, have turned to the High Court to contest what they describe as an unlawful travel restriction imposed by the Guyana Police Force. This move comes as they assume the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of 11-year-old Adriana Younge […]
Earlier Yesterday, Friday, December 12, 2025, a welfare exercise was conducted in the Weldaad community on the West Coast Berbice. As part of an ongoing initiative to support vulnerable and elderly residents, a special Christmas hamper was delivered to Ms. Wendie Wilson, a pensioner of Weldaad Village. The hamper, which contained a variety of essential […]
Residents of Den Heuvel, Soesdyke expressed their dissatisfaction during a recent visit by the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party, highlighting unfulfilled promises by the PPP government regarding infrastructure development. They had been assured of the construction of a main access road before the elections, a promise made during President Ali’s campaign in their community. […]
A fire broke out inside a house at Slaton Village, Corentyne, Berbice around 9:00 PM tonight. The cause of the fire is currently unknown, and it is unclear whether anyone was inside the building at the time of the incident. Firefighters were contacted and responded swiftly to the scene. Eyewitnesses reported seeing flames and smoke […]
Mohabir Anil Nandlall SC MP : The announcement of Ron Robinson’s passing at the age of 79 marks a significant loss for Guyana’s broadcasting and creative arts landscape. Robinson began his illustrious broadcasting career on August 1, 1965, at the British Guiana Broadcasting Service, and remained in the field until nearly the end of his […]
An elderly man known as ‘Kenny the painter’ was discovered lying face down near the Ruimveldt Police Station on Thursday morning. The man, identified only as a resident of Alexander Village, Georgetown, was pronounced dead by Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) from the Guyana Fire Service at approximately 10:33 AM. When Kaieteur News arrived on the […]
The Guyana Press Association (GPA) is mourning the passing of veteran broadcaster Ron Robinson, who quietly passed away at his home at the age of 79. Known for his professionalism, authority, and engaging presence on radio, television, and online platforms, Robinson was one of Guyana’s longest-serving broadcasters. His career spanned nearly six decades, during which […]
The We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party is actively seeking the prompt election of a Leader of the Opposition, believing that the Speaker of the National Assembly, Manzoor Nadir, is stalling the process to favor the governing People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C). The party has reached out to several regional and international bodies, including the Inter-Parliamentary […]
Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation, Deodat Indar, has assured the public that emergency teams are on standby to address power issues following two recent outages that affected sections of the country. The Ministry of Public Utilities and Aviation, in collaboration with Guyana Power and Light (GPL), has commissioned over 30 emergency teams nationwide to […]
Department of Education-Region #10 Statement : It is with profound sorrow and deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved teacher, Ms. Stephanie Sears, Assistant Mistress at Christianburg Nursery School. The cold and unkind hands of death have taken Ms. Sears from us far too suddenly. The Department is in deep mourning, and […]
The National Data Management Authority (NDMA), in collaboration with the Guyana Police Force (GPF), has announced that new speed cameras and radar speed signs will be activated on the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge beginning this weekend, December 13, 2025. This initiative is part of the broader rollout of the automated speed-ticketing initiative launched earlier […]
Neil Medas, known as “Shoulders,” a 48-year-old unemployed man without a fixed abode, has been charged with five counts of Break and Enter and Larceny. These offenses were allegedly committed on Monday, December 8, 2025. On Wednesday, Medas appeared before Magistrate Faith McGusty at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court, where the charges were read to him. […]
As part of its initiative to create a modern and digitally integrated health ecosystem, the Guyana Government has begun implementing artificial intelligence (AI) at the Enmore Regional Hospital to assist in interpreting medical images, including x-rays, CT scans, and ultrasounds. This advancement was announced by Minister of Health Dr. Frank Anthony during a recent event […]
Minister of Health Dr. Frank Anthony has announced a significant decision by the government to ensure that only digital x-ray machines will be available in the public health system across the country. This initiative aims to phase out the earlier reliance on both digital and analogue machines. During an event on Wednesday, Dr. Anthony emphasized […]
On Thursday, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo instructed officials at various Neighbourhood Democratic Councils (NDCs) to prioritize projects that directly address the needs of their communities. This directive came during an engagement hosted by the Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development with NDCs along the East Coast of Demerara (ECD). The in-depth meeting aimed […]
On Thursday, ranks from the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) were honored for their exceptional service during the year at the Annual Christmas Luncheon and Award Ceremony, held at the Police Officers’ Mess Annexe. Chaired by Superintendent Elton Baird, the event celebrated the dedication of the officers, with Baird highlighting the positive impact of the […]
Authorities have arrested two Brazilian nationals and one Venezuelan for illegal gold mining activities within the Iwokrama Protected Forests. The arrests occurred during an enforcement operation carried out by the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission, the Guyana Police Force, and park rangers in the Siparuni area. The individuals apprehended are: According to a statement from […]
