Guyana

– over fatal Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge crash   JOMEL Kenny, 23, of Anna Catherina, West Coast Demerara, the driver of motor lorry GAC 296 which was involved in the fatal accident which occurred on January 29, 2026, on the southern carriageway of the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge, has been charged with multiple

POLICE in Regional Division #7 are investigating a fatal shooting which occurred on Thursday, February 5, 2026, during a joint service operation at Quartzstone Backdam, Region 7, which resulted in the death of Shemar Latif (age unknown at this time) of Onderneeming Sandpit, Essequibo Coast.   The operation was conducted in an effort to apprehend

MINISTER of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodrigues, has filed a defamation claim in the High Court against journalist Travis Chase in relation to posts made on social media.   In a statement of claim seen by this publication, the minister is seeking damages in excess of $20 million, along with injunctions to restrain further

THE extradition proceedings involving Nazar ‘Shell’ Mohamed and his son, Azruddin Mohamed, continued on Thursday before Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman, with the prosecution calling Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Sharon Roopchand-Edwards.   The witness was called subsequent to a request by […]

-more than 1,200 ranks trained in 2025 THE Guyana Defence Force (GDF) is accelerating its transformation into a modern, smart and resilient military, supported by strategic investments, expanded partnerships and enhanced training.   Chief of Defence Staff, Brigadier Omar Khan, made this known while delivering remarks on Thursday at the opening of the […]

–McAllister tells National Assembly, highlights significant gains made in improving systematic, technical processes GUYANA’S maritime sector has undergone a profound transformation since 2020, emerging as a cornerstone of national development and regional leadership.   During her contribution to the 2026 Budget Debate on Thursday, Parliamentary […]

–says preparedness is essential as Guyana safeguards its sovereignty amid Venezuela tensions   GUYANA must remain prepared and ever vigilant in the face of continued uncertainty surrounding Venezuela, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Dr Irfaan Ali has said.   Warning that the present situation in Venezuela does not diminish the threat […]

DEFENDING the 2026 national budget as a “second wave of development” for Guyana, Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation, Deodat Indar, said the government’s spending plan is designed to tackle long‑standing structural constraints and support rapid economic growth.   Minister Indar during his contribution to this year’s Budget Debate said on […]

COCONUT farmers along the Upper Pomeroon River are continuing to reap the benefits of planting materials distributed by Alfro Alphonso & Sons Enterprises of Charity, Essequibo Coast, as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to strengthening agricultural livelihoods. During the most recent distribution exercise held on February 3, 2026, more than […]

THE Washington Post (WP), one of the world’s famous newspapers, gave the world a term that has become permanent – Watergate. The head office of the Democratic Party at the Watergate Complex was burglarised. This was at a time of the reflection of President Nixon in 1972. As President, Nixon used state power to cover

Banks DIH Holdings Inc (BDIHHI) has announced its intention to appeal a High Court ruling that blocked the company from putting a proposed bylaw change to a vote at its Annual General Meeting (AGM), after Justice Sandil Kissoon granted an injunction just one day before the scheduled gathering. Banks DIH, one of Guyana’s oldest and The post Banks DIH to […]

Prime Minister (PM) Brigadier (Ret’d), Mark Phillips, performing the functions of President, reaffirmed Guyana’s commitment to unity, compassion and respect for religion on Monday at the national observance of the United Nations (UN) World Inter Faith Harmony Week 2026, hosted by the Inter Religious Organisation of Guyana. During his remarks, Phillips […]

Chinese Ambassador to Guyana Yang Yang has made it clear that China–Guyana relations have entered a “fast track” of development, highlighting sharp growth in bilateral trade, major infrastructure projects and expanding people-to-people exchanges between the two countries. Last Friday, the Chinese Embassy in Guyana hosted the 2026 Chinese Spring […]

As Parliament opened debate on the 2026 National Budget on Monday, Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne) was singled out for a major connectivity and access push, with Public Works Minister Bishop Juan Edghill outlining a series of road and community-link projects aimed at improving movement, market access and everyday services across the region. Speaking […]

Chief Justice (acting) Navindra Singh had set February 2, to deliver his ruling on the constitutional challenge and judicial review proceedings filed by US-indicted Azruddin and Nazar Mohamed in their bid to block their extradition to America. However, he has now postponed that decision to February 9. The Mohameds are essentially challenging sections of […]