Guyana

ALTHOUGH extradition proceedings have started against U.S.indicted Azruddin Mohamed, the businessman who is currently facing charges for alleged involvement in transnational crime exceeding US$50 million and links to an “international criminal enterprise,” he has still decided to take his oath to office as a Member of Parliament (MP). Guyana’s 13th […]

Dr Vishwa Mahadeo was on Monday elected as Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, receiving the most votes for the post. Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips stood to nominate Dr Vishwa Mahadeo as Deputy Speaker of the National assembly, this nomination was seconded and coming from the opposition benches, MP Natasha Singh-Lewis stood to

As the 13th Parliament opened on monday, the first order of business was the nomination of a speaker of the National Assembly. Clerk of the National Assembly, Sherlock Isaacs called for nominations for the post to which Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips stood to nominate Manzoor Nadir as speaker. This nomination was seconded by

The case file in connection with Sunday’s deadly explosion at the Mobil Service Station on Regent and King Streets, Georgetown, is currently being prepared for legal advice, Crime Chief Wendell Blanhum confirmed on Monday. All nine suspects arrested in relation to the incident remain in police custody as investigators tighten the net around what officials

THE feature memorial dominoes match, played in honour of the late Maniram Shew at the GNIC Sports Club, Woolford Avenue, Thomas Lands, Georgetown on Friday night, produced what could easily be described as one of the most enthralling encounters on the local scene. After six rounds of intensity with no quarters asked and none given,

GUYANA’S 13th Parliament is expected to be convened today, marking the first sitting since the country elected a new government following the September 1, 2025, General and Regional Elections. President Dr Irfaan Ali, in a recent announcement, confirmed that the inaugural session of the new Parliament will be held today, November 3, 2025, at the

-GDF will continue to embody discipline, professionalism, patriotism -President Ali says as local military embraces change, innovation   PRESIDENT Dr Irfaan Ali has reaffirmed the pivotal role of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) in safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, emphasising that while much has been achieved over the past […]

– as Order Paper lists only oath-taking,  election of Speaker, Deputy Speaker   THERE will be no swearing in of a Leader of the Opposition when the 13th Parliament of Guyana convenes for its first sitting today, a parliamentary source has confirmed.   According to the source, the Order Paper for the session lists only

A motorcyclist met his demise in the early hours of Monday following a collision with a motorcar at the intersection of Sheriff and Garnett Streets, Georgetown. The deceased has been identified as Curt Cliffe, a security officer from West Ruimveldt, Georgetown. The father of two was reportedly returning home from a birthday celebration. Based on The post […]

…reaffirms Govt’s dedication to ensuring result-driven governance across all levels As part of her ongoing nationwide engagements with local governance bodies, Local Government and Regional Development Minister Priya Manickchand, on Tuesday, underscored that Regional Democratic Councils (RDCs) play a crucial role in shaping the quality of service being […]

– Savannah Black Water to benefit from portable water by next month Housing Minister Collin Croal on Monday handed over a $1.8 million Presidential Grant to the Barima Black Water Village Council during an outreach to the community in the Mabaruma sub-region, Region One (Barima-Waini). The grant will be utilised for the construction of a The post Barima […]

– commends PAHO for leading regional effort Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony has reaffirmed Guyana’s national commitment to eliminating leprosy by 2030 while commending the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) for spearheading a regional effort to end the disease. Dr Anthony addressed the gathering at the launch of the Subregional Leprosy Training […]

– hands over $350,000 to Guyana Cancer Foundation The Guyana Pandits’ Council, in collaboration with the Radha Krishna Mandir’s Yuva Shakti Sangh (youth arm), on Sunday hosted its Pinktober bake sale in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This charitable initiative brought together members of the community in support of a cause that continues to […]