Guyana

– President Ali launches structured support, financial-literacy initiatives for small miners PRESIDENT, Dr. Irfaan Ali on Monday met with the executive of the Guyana Gold and Diamond Miners Association (GGDMA) at the Office of the President, where discussions centred on strengthening governance and advancing the digital transformation of the mining […]

TRAFFIC Chief, Assistant Commissioner of Police Mahendra Singh, has confirmed that Guyana’s demerit point system will soon be rolled out, calling it a key measure to strengthen road safety and improve driver compliance. In a recent interview, he explained that the system will link the courts of law, the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) and the

–as Guyana embraces shared identity THE lawns of State House on Main Street were transformed into a kaleidoscope of colours as the First Family hosted a vibrant afternoon of Chowtaal, Songs and Colours in honour of the Festival of Colours (Phagwah also known as Holi). In his remarks at the event on Monday, President, Dr

SENIOR Minister within the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance, Dr Ashni Singh, recently stated that the government has maintained a balanced approach when it comes to ensuring that the nation’s ambitious development agenda is financially sustainable. The Minister, during a recent interview, highlighted that because of careful […]

–Agriculture Minister highlights plan to protect vulnerable communities WHILE detailing the plans to expand drainage networks nationwide, Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha stated that this year will see the rolling out and rehabilitation of new canals, sluices and pumps. During a recent airing of the ‘Starting Point’ podcast, the minister said […]

–as Guyana eyes tapping into regional diaspora, strengthening partnership with St Kitts and Nevis HAVING set its sights on becoming the Caribbean’s principal supplier of food, Guyana is looking to tap into the regional diaspora to strengthen its drive for regional food security and advanced trade co-operation. Speaking to members of the Guyanese […]

THE Special Organised Crime Unit (SOCU) reported on Monday that Magistrate Rushelle Liverpool at the Sparendaam Magistrates’ Courts on Friday last, convicted Aubrey Norton and his wife, Martina Seepersaud, of money laundering and sentenced each to four years in prison. SOCU’s report stated that the charges, first instituted in 2021, stemmed from the […]

FARMERS and residents of Crown Dam, Parika, and surrounding communities are now benefitting from improved access and connectivity following the completion of the community’s main access road. According to the Ministry of Public Works, the project is expected to significantly improve transportation efficiency, reduce travel time and support agricultural […]

THE Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha (GHDS) extends warm and fraternal Phagwah greetings to the Hindu community and all Guyanese. As the vibrant colours of Holi prepare to blanket our nation, the Sabha reflects on the profound spiritual and social significance of this ancient festival, which remains a cornerstone of Guyana’s cultural identity. Phagwah, or Holi,

THE Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) extends warm and heartfelt greetings to all Guyanese on the joyous occasion of Holi, also known as Phagwah. Holi is an annual Hindu festival of colours celebrating the arrival of spring. It symbolizes the triumph of good over evil, a season of renewal, reconciliation, and hope. Through the joyous sprinkling

A 43-year-old labourer and father of two was on Sunday evening struck down and killed along Lusignan Public Road, East Coast Demerara (ECD), while reportedly on his way home for dinner. Dead is Arvindo Mahaballi of Lusignan. Police said the accident occurred at about 19:18h and involved motor car PAK 2521, driven by a 28-year-old The post Relatives of […]

As Guyana prepares to celebrate the sacred festival of Phagwah, also known as Holi, Guyanese are being urged to let the spirit of unity, love, togetherness, and shared tradition take centre stage tomorrow. Pandit Hardesh Tewari reflected on the significance of the auspicious festival and its evolution in Guyana from the days of indentureship into The post […]

The Guyana Agricultural and General Workers Union (GAWU) has rejected claims advanced by the opposition political party, We Invest in Nationhood (WIN), regarding several salary issues affecting unionised workers across the sugar industry. In a statement over the weekend, the WIN political party posted a statement on Team Mohamed’s Facebook page, alleging […]

A 30-year-old porter from Diamond Housing Scheme, East Bank Demerara (EBD), was taken into custody on Sunday following the discovery of a quantity of cocaine and ecstasy during a stop-and-search operation at the Sherima Police Checkpoint, Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni). Police stated that on the day in question, ranks intercepted a motor lorry en route to […]

– gunmen invade Berbice business, cart off with large sum of cash Two-armed robberies committed within hours of each other on Saturday evening in Regional Divisions 4 ‘B’, East Bank Demerara (EBD) and 6 East Berbice-Corentyne (EBC) have left one man nursing a gunshot injury and another businessman counting significant losses. In the first incident, […]