Guyana News Updates

We Invest In Nationhood (WIN) has issued a statement condemning the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) for its active campaigning less than 24 hours before the polls open on September 1, 2025. The statement highlights a longstanding unwritten rule in Guyana’s electoral process that prohibits campaigning in the final hours leading up to an election, intended […]

Police on anti-crime mobile patrol duty made a significant discovery today at approximately 3:50 PM in Guyhoc Park. Acting on received information, officers arrived at Lot 84 and found three males and two females inside the residence. Upon searching the house, police uncovered an unlicensed 9mm pistol and a Glock 19 Taurus pistol hidden under […]

The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has issued a statement denouncing a false Facebook post by Credible Sources that alleged staff assigned to a polling station at Hibiscus Drive, Peters Hall, East Bank Demerara, were chased out by the property owner. GECOM has clarified that these claims are inaccurate and misleading. In the official statement, GECOM […]

A Joint Services patrol escorting ballot boxes and officials of the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) along the Upper Cuyuni River in Region 7 came under fire from the Venezuelan shore on Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred at approximately 14:30 hours in the vicinity of Bamboo, near the Guyana–Venezuela border. The escort team, comprising ranks from […]

As Guyanese prepare to head to the polls on Monday, September 1, to cast their ballots, key allies from the international community are urging for a peaceful election day that allows citizens to vote freely. The United States has expressed strong support for Guyana’s General and Regional Elections, with US Ambassador Nicole Theriot confirming her […]

The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has confirmed its readiness for the General and Regional Elections scheduled for tomorrow, with Chief Election Officer (CEO) Vishnu Persaud assuring the public that all preparations are in place. At a press conference, Persaud announced that over 750,000 voters are registered across the country’s 10 electoral districts, with six political […]

The People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP) wrapped up its 2025 election campaign Saturday night at Lusignan Market, where leaders made a final appeal for re-election. President Irfaan Ali assured supporters that the PPP is best equipped to lead, highlighting the party’s fulfillment of promises since 2020. He emphasized the importance of national unity, stating, “We […]

The We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party concluded its campaign for the 2025 elections with a rally at the Marriott Beachfront, where party leaders expressed confidence in winning against the two major parties. Party Leader Azruddin Mohamed announced the goal of securing 130,000 votes in Region 4, anticipating a voter turnout of 75-80%. He emphasized […]

The Forward Guyana Movement (FGM), one of three new parties in the electoral race, urged Guyanese to “split” their votes in the upcoming General and Regional Elections. Presidential candidate Amanza Walton-Desir addressed supporters at Burnham Court, criticizing the dominance of the “red and green parties” that have historically divided the nation. Walton-Desir emphasized that voters […]

Junior Williams, a 36-year-old miner from Pamela Road, Mahdia, was fatally chopped during an attack early Saturday morning at 14 Miles Issano Landing, located on the Middle Mazaruni River. According to police reports, the incident occurred around 5:00 AM while Williams was socializing and consuming alcohol at the landing. He was confronted by two men […]

President Dr. Irfaan Ali has called for calm and responsibility as Guyanese prepare to head to the polls for the General and Regional Elections on Monday. In a televised address, the Head of State emphasized the importance of unity and respect for the electoral process. President Ali urged citizens, political leaders, and activists to act […]

A series of charges for unlawful wounding and assault have been filed against several individuals following a brawl at Byderabo, Bartica, on August 27. The incident has resulted in multiple arrests and court appearances. Among those charged is Albert James, 54, a gold miner from the Four Miles Squatting Area. He was arrested by police […]

The search for 21-year-old Surag Samaroo, affectionately known as “Tan Tan,” came to a heartbreaking conclusion on Thursday when a decomposed body was discovered at Annandale Beach, Region Two. Samaroo had been reported missing six days prior, suffering from epilepsy, which added to the family’s concerns during the search. His mother had been desperately seeking […]

In a passionate address, James Bond emphasized the importance of voting rights for Afro-Guyanese, declaring it an inalienable right enshrined in the Constitution. He spoke to the historical struggles for universal suffrage, better wages, and the advancement of women and youth, highlighting the integral role of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) in these movements. “The […]

In a spirited final rally before Election Day on September 1, Bharrat Jagdeo, General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C), confidently predicted a sweeping majority for the party. Addressing a crowd of thousands at the Lusignan rally, Jagdeo reiterated his past forecasts, recalling his accurate prediction of the party’s success in the 2020 elections. […]

We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) has issued a strong condemnation of the actions taken by the PPP, particularly through an agent named Ameir of Sheriff, for abandoning a group of Indigenous people, including women and children, in the open Rupununi Savannah. In a statement, WIN described the incident as a “blatant violation of human rights, […]

News Room Guyana Reports : Frederick Pollard, the boat captain reported missing after allegedly being abducted by the Venezuelan Syndicato gang, has reached out to a close associate to confirm that he is in good health. According to police sources, Pollard, 66, from Bartica, made contact on Friday, marking the first communication since his disappearance […]

The Guyana Racing Industry has officially refuted claims circulating in a video about the alleged smuggling of horses, asserting that the allegations are false and baseless. In a statement, the industry clarified that the transport of the horses was conducted via a privately chartered flight, complete with legal documentation and strict adherence to veterinary and […]

Greaves’ Transportation & Tours has issued a public apology following an incident that raised concerns among the public. The family-owned service, operated by three brothers, accepted full responsibility for the situation, acknowledging the distress it caused. In a statement on Facebook, the company clarified that the actions taken were not in line with their internal […]

The APNU Coalition has issued a strong condemnation of Anil Nandlall’s recent statement regarding national hero Cuffy, describing it as “totally ignorant and repugnant.” Nandlall remarked, “Cuffy was a proud and upstanding house slave. Nothing wrong with being a house slave,” which has sparked outrage among members of the coalition. Cuffy, recognized as a freedom […]