Teles Forde, a 22-year-old laborer from St. Ignatius Village in Central Rupununi, has been sentenced to six months in prison after pleading guilty to charges of assault causing actual bodily harm. Forde appeared before His Worship Magistrate Omadatt Chandan at the Lethem Magistrate’s Court today, where he was charged under Section 30(a) of the Summary […]
Lorian Toney, a 34-year-old ambulance driver from Tabatinga in Central Rupununi, has been sentenced after pleading guilty to charges under the Cybercrime Act 2018. Toney was arrested on September 25, 2025, for using a computer system to humiliate, harass, and cause substantial emotional distress to Maxine Hendricks, which is a violation of Section 19(2)(a) of […]
The Guyana Police Force is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a man identified as Radjis Jabo, who is wanted for questioning in relation to an alleged rape incident. According to information provided by investigators, the offence was reportedly committed on October 8, 2018. Jabo’s last known address is listed as Wellington Park Estate, Corentyne, […]
Guyana’s senior women’s football team faced a challenging start in the Concacaf Women’s Qualifiers Group B, suffering a 3–1 defeat to Nicaragua. The match began in dramatic fashion as Nicaragua’s Sheila Flores scored in the 3rd minute, putting immediate pressure on the Lady Jags. However, Guyana responded positively, leveling the score in the 18th minute […]
Residents of Belle Vue have reported alarming living conditions as caimans have moved into the idle pump area, raising urgent concerns for the community, particularly for children. This afternoon, residents invited Mr. Mohamed and members of the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) political party to witness first-hand the dire situation they have endured for the […]
The Government of Guyana has begun rolling out the new Electronic National Digital Identity Card (E-ID), starting with the enrollment of public sector employees. Staff from the Ministry of Home Affairs are currently being registered in this initial phase. To complete the registration process, individuals must present a valid national ID, proof of address, and […]
News Source Guyana Reports | Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya Manickchand, clarified today that her office does not play a role in resolving the deadlock following the election for a Regional Chairman in Region 10, which ended in a tie last month. During the election held on October 10, WIN Party candidate […]
Big Smith News Watch Reports | A 61-year-old clothes vendor, Nigel Whyte, appeared before Magistrate Annette Singh at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts, facing a charge of larceny. Whyte pleaded not guilty to the accusation. The charge alleges that on October 28, 2025, at Water Street, Georgetown, Whyte stole a Samsung smartphone valued at $55,000 belonging […]
Over four years after the award of a contract to build Bamia Primary School in Region Ten (Upper Demerara-Berbice), the project remains incomplete, prompting dissatisfaction from Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya Manickchand. The contract, valued at $346 million and awarded to St8tment Investment Inc. in November 2021, was intended for a 20-month […]
Kaieteur News Reports | Yurajwatie Hussain, the pregnant woman who survived a tragic accident along the Good Hope Public Road on Saturday, has received reassuring news that her unborn baby is unharmed. The crash claimed the life of her husband, Julius Haniff, a 44-year-old constable attached to the Mayor and Town Council in New Amsterdam. […]
News Source Guyana Reports | Despite recent assurances from the government, several market vendors at Stabroek Square are voicing significant concerns about potential displacement and lack of proper notice amidst ongoing enforcement actions by the Georgetown Mayor and City Council. Vendors report that unexpected enforcement measures have left them unable to earn a stable income […]
Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya Manickchand, has reassured vendors at the Stabroek Market Square that they will not be displaced as part of the ongoing beautification efforts in Georgetown, at least for the time being. During an appearance on GoMoseley Online Radio, Minister Manickchand addressed concerns stemming from recent objections related to […]
Guyana’s burgeoning oil and gas sector is poised to receive significant new investments as international interest escalates. Speaking at the Guyana Oil and Gas Energy Chamber’s Annual Dinner over the weekend, President Irfaan Ali highlighted the influx of reputable international companies seeking opportunities in both offshore and onshore operations. President Ali emphasized that the country […]
Guyana today joined the global community in observing World AIDS Day, with Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony urging individuals “at risk” of contracting HIV to get tested and seek necessary treatment. Over the past year, Guyana has reported 449 new cases of HIV, bringing the total number of individuals affected by the virus to more […]
The trial concerning irregularities during the March 2020 General and Regional Elections is scheduled to continue in February 2026, with new sessions set for the weeks of February 16–20 and February 24–27. These dates were announced during last week’s proceedings at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court. The trial is following case management guidelines aimed at organizing […]
With the festive season fast approaching, the Competition and Consumer Affairs Commission (CCAC) is encouraging Guyanese shoppers to be vigilant, informed, and assertive as they navigate the bustling retail landscape. In a holiday advisory issued on Monday, the CCAC reminded consumers and suppliers alike of their rights and obligations under the Consumer Affairs Act (CAA) […]
Three men have been ordered to stand trial in the Berbice High Court for the murder of 82-year-old Chandarie Budhoo. Dhannyram Ramdhanny, 35, Kumar Bhagwandin, 29, and Narvindra Chillu, 25, all from Region Six, appeared before Justice Sandil Kissoon on Monday, where a jury of twelve members was selected to review the evidence in the […]
Sanjay Peters, a 29-year-old resident of 127 Williamsburg Corentyne, has been ordered to stand trial for the alleged rape of a male child. The decision was made during a court appearance on Monday before Justice Sandil Kissoon at the Berbice High Court. The charges against Peters involve allegations of sexual penetration with the young boy […]
Authorities in Regional Division #3 are probing an alleged assault that occurred on Sunday evening around 20:00 hours at Fisher Dam Access Road. According to initial reports, the incident began when a 25-year-old male construction worker from Zeelugt North was traveling on an electric motorcycle. At the same time, a 32-year-old male pandit from the […]
Clinton Blake, a 37-year-old resident of Byderabo Road, faced legal repercussions today after pleading guilty to charges related to driving under the influence and breaching a General Dealer’s Permit. According to reports, Blake was charged under the Motor Vehicle and Road Traffic Act, Chapter 51:02, for operating a motor vehicle while his breath alcohol level […]
