Guyana

—Brahma Kumaris marks 50 years of promoting inner peace, self-reflection and spiritual development in Guyana. AS Guyana experiences unprecedented economic growth and infrastructural expansion, President Dr Irfaan Ali has cautioned that national development must be measured by more than roads, bridges and buildings, emphasising that a country’s true […]

History was made this weekend as CAM Motors was officially launched in Guyana, introducing the globally acclaimed Jetour and Foton brands to the local market. Born from a powerful partnership between ATL Automotive — the Caribbean’s largest automotive dealer group — alongside the Continental Group of Companies and MMKJ Inc., this venture unites […]

—More than 500 receive housing updates as thousands engage ministers, officials RESIDENTS seeking answers to personal and community concerns left Vice-President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo’s latest public day outreach in Region Three (Essequibo Islands-West Demerara) with more than just promises, as government officials moved swiftly to address issues on the […]

— New Cabinet-approved protocol to boost transparency, accountability and community oversight RESIDENTS across Guyana will soon have greater access to information on government-funded projects in their communities under a new protocol approved by Cabinet that will require ministries and agencies to publicly disclose key details of works before […]

THE People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) is approaching one of the most consequential periods in its modern history. With its biennial congress on the horizon and Local Government Elections expected within the next year or two, the party faces difficult questions about leadership, strategy and political relevance. The decisions made over the next […]

AS Guyana advances national consultations on the effects of social media on children, participants are urging a balanced approach that safeguards young people while allowing them to benefit from the opportunities offered by the digital world. Among those lending their voices was Razia Alli, who said the discussions are critical because social media should […]

THE government will expand its stakeholder engagement programme in the coming months to address several pressing social issues, including gambling, substance abuse and alcohol abuse. Minister of Labour and Manpower Planning, Keoma Griffith, announced this at a stakeholder consultation on the impact of social media on children on Friday at the Arthur Chung […]

— defends rights to Mazaruni concession, as GGMC probes dispute ALPHONSO Mining has defended its legal right to conduct gold mining operations on lands within a Mazaruni quarry concession and has threatened legal action against individuals it says have circulated false and defamatory claims about its operations. The company’s response follows […]

FATHERHOOD is a blessing. Whether biological or adoptive, fathers play a critical role in the lives of their children, providing guidance, protection, love and support. Underscoring this important role were three fathers enjoying time with their families at the Botanical Gardens on Saturday: Kemptorne Daly, Mark Carter and Roham, who shared their […]

ACTING Chief Justice Navindra Singh, on Thursday, dismissed applications by the State to strike out legal proceedings brought by relatives of children who died in the 2023 Mahdia Secondary School dormitory fire, paving the way for the matters to proceed to a full hearing. The cases were initiated by family members of some of the

Residents of Three Miles, Bartica, Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) are closer to receiving access to running water as the installation of water distribution pipes has officially begun in the community. According to a social media post from the Region Seven Regional Democratic Council (RDC), the pipe-laying project commenced and is expected to be completed […]

A 63-year-old man from Perseverance, Essequibo Coast, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) is under investigation after police discovered a .45 pistol and ammunition concealed inside a ceiling light fixture at his home on Saturday. According to police, at about 10:30h on Saturday, ranks from Regional Police Division No 2, led by a senior officer, went to the The […]

The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) participated in the Ministerial Dialogue and Inter-Religious Forum convened by the Interreligious Forum of the Americas (FIDELA), held in Panama City, Panama. The forum, held from on Friday and Saturday brought together Ministers of Government and senior religious leaders from member states of the Organisation of […]

Police in Regional Division Three found a quantity of suspected cannabis during an operation conducted on Saturday at Westminster Last Bridge, West Bank Demerara (WBD). According to police, the discovery was made between 17:00h and 17:15h during an exercise in the area. Ranks searched a flat structure located south of a wash bay and found The post Ganja […]

…commissions Jags Aviation’s HAL Dornier 228 aircraft …calls on Indian-plane manufacturer to set up office in Guyana President Dr Irfaan Ali is calling on operators in the local aviation industry to pool together their resources in order to set up a regional carrier to tap into the market within the Caribbean. He made these remarks The post Pres Ali […]