In a Recent Statement the Vigilant Political Action Committee Wrote : Following President Irfaan Ali’s nearly three-hour national address, public outrage has surged, particularly regarding his unfulfilled promise of a cash grant. Yet, the Vigilant Political Action Committee (VPAC) warns that this single controversy may distract from more pressing national matters that require attention. Much […]
In a historic milestone for the Guyana Police Force (GPF), Woman Police Constable Sarah Ann Higgins has shattered the glass ceiling to become the organization’s first female aeronautical engineer. At just 21 years old, Ms. Higgins is a proud graduate of the esteemed Art Williams and Harry Wendt Aeronautical Engineering School. Coming from humble beginnings […]
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) is appealing to the public for help in finding the relatives of Roy Allen, whose last known address is 40 Railway Line, Sparendaam, East Coast Demerara. Mr. Allen was brought to the hospital by Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT), and, to date, no next of kin has been identified. If […]
Minibus driver Lakeram Omrow has been fined $30,000 for dangerous driving following an incident on the Rupert Craig Highway on December 17, 2025, between 09:00 hrs and 09:45 hrs. Omrow, who resides at Lot 296, Long Pond, Sisters Village, West Bank Demerara, appeared before Magistrate Ms. Shivanie Lalaram at Georgetown Magistrate’s Court No. 7. After […]
Motorists and businesses listed in the recently published speeding list are mandated to either pay their fines in full or identify the drivers of their vehicles at the time of the offenses, according to Traffic Chief Mahendra Singh. The Guyana Police Force has released a list of motorists who have received tickets but have not […]
The distribution of the $50,000 disability cash grant officially begins on Thursday, providing essential financial support to thousands of Guyanese living with permanent disabilities. Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, announced the launch in a video posted on her Facebook page. “I am happy to announce that after His Excellency Dr. […]
In a distressing case, D’Andre Perry has pleaded guilty to charges related to the sexual assault of a nine-year-old girl. Perry appeared before Justice Sandil Kissoon at the Berbice High Court on Tuesday, admitting to the offense that occurred on October 19, 2024. The court heard from the prosecution that the young girl was on […]
News Source Guyana Reports | Bibi Neshaw Ali, the mother of President Irfaan Ali, has initiated a multi-million-dollar lawsuit in Canada against international social media giant META and Guyanese social media commentator Melissa Atwell, known as “Melly Mel.” The lawsuit stems from statements allegedly made by Atwell on the platform that reference corruption allegations involving […]
Two minibus drivers faced charges and substantial fines for dangerous driving incidents that occurred on the Rupert Craig Highway on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, between 09:00 hrs and 09:45 hrs. Steffon Welch, a resident of Lot 125 Eastville, Annandale Housing Scheme, and Trenton Europe, of Lot 69, Block 20, Enmore Haslington, East Coast Demerara, appeared […]
The Guyana Police Force has issued wanted bulletins for three men in connection with serious criminal offences committed in separate incidents across the country. Members of the public are being urged to assist law enforcement by providing any information that may lead to their arrest. Police are seeking Deraj Ali, a 21-year-old man whose last […]
Nelson Andrews, a 27-year-old driver from Gay Park, New Amsterdam, was charged with several offenses following an incident at Cross Street, Alexander Village, Georgetown. The charges against him include: Dangerous Driving Failing to Report an Accident Failing to Stop After an Accident Failing to Render Assistance to an Injured Person On Wednesday, December 17, 2025, […]
Four individuals were charged in connection with an alleged offense of obtaining money by false pretenses, involving a sum of $15,000,000. The charges were brought against: Trevon Lancelot Simpson, 40, a contractor from Soesdyke, East Bank Demerara Stephan James, 42, a porter from Werk-en-Rust, Georgetown Andrew Williams, 38, a real estate agent from Triumph, East […]
Guyana has lost a true legend with the passing of Ron Robinson, a devoted blood donor and pivotal figure in the country’s public health initiatives. This heartfelt tribute came from Dr. Leslie Ramsammy, Guyana’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations and former Minister of Health. Dr. Ramsammy emphasized Robinson’s immense contributions to the National Blood […]
Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation, Deodat Indar, announced significant improvements in the aviation sector following the launch of the Guyana Civil Aviation Authority’s (GCAA) e-services landing permit system. In an interview with the News Room on Tuesday, the Minister emphasized the government’s commitment to enhancing and expanding the sector. The newly introduced online aircraft […]
President Irfaan Ali announced Wednesday night that the government plans to provide a cash grant of $100,000 for every citizen aged 18 and older in the upcoming 2026 national budget. This commitment is part of a broader initiative to offer additional financial support to households throughout his five-year term in office. Speaking during a national […]
Washington, D.C. – In a striking statement posted on social media, former President Donald J. Trump announced a sweeping blockade on all sanctioned oil tankers entering and exiting Venezuela. This declaration comes in light of what he describes as the “largest Armada ever assembled in the history of South America,” which Trump claims is aimed […]
The Village Council of Kanapang has initiated legal action against the State, claiming the “unlawful arrest, detention, prosecution, conviction, and imprisonment” of 27 Brazilian nationals in violation of domestic and international human rights laws. The council is seeking redress for the alleged violations against these individuals. The Brazilian nationals were arrested around November 12, 2025, […]
A 12-member jury at the Berbice High Court delivered unanimous guilty verdicts against three men charged with the robbery-murder of 82-year-old Chandarie “Aunty Dayo” Budhoo. The verdicts conclude a closely monitored trial that heavily relied on the testimony of an admitted accomplice. The accused—Dhannyram Ramdhanny, 35; Kumar Bhagwandin, 29; and Navindra Chillu, 25—all residents of […]
Full disclosure of evidence was made by the prosecution on Tuesday in the case involving four of the seven individuals charged in connection with the deadly bombing of a gas station in Georgetown last October. This disclosure paves the way for the case to move toward a paper committal, where a magistrate will assess the […]
Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken has announced that stricter accountability measures will be enforced in 2026 as part of an effort to combat misconduct and corruption within the Guyana Police Force (GPF). Speaking at the Region 4A Annual Christmas Luncheon and Awards Ceremony on Monday, Hicken acknowledged the significant improvements in operational performance, particularly the […]
