Guyana

— rules anti-money laundering agency has legal standing to institute court proceedings and dismiss Moura Gago appeal bid The Court of Appeal on Monday dismissed an application by Brazilian gold dealer and his company seeking leave to appeal a Full Court ruling which affirmed that the Special Organised Crime Unit (SOCU) has the legal authority

–Jagdeo says, points to technical scrutiny underway to address irregularities before contracts are awarded Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has reaffirmed that small contractors from all 10 administrative regions will benefit from government contracts, as the administration pushes ahead with the aim of widening opportunities and enhancing transparency in […]

–after braving weather to engage officials during VP-led outreach Braving inclement weather conditions, hundreds of citizens on Monday gathered at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre (ACCC) to meet with government officials to address varying concerns and challenges. Many received on-the-spot responses after engaging directly with Vice President Dr. […]

-President Ali says, highlights diversification, investment, human capital and global partnership efforts GUYANA’S future will not be measured by the discovery of oil alone, but by how the country uses that wealth to build an economy capable of lasting “100 years ahead”, according to President Dr. Irfaan Ali.   Speaking at the Maple Leaf Gala

-President Ali emphasises, says stability and clear policies driving hydrocarbon growth   PRESIDENT, Dr Irfaan Ali has defended Guyana’s long-term hydrocarbon strategy, noting that Guyana is a stable and predictable destination for global energy investment.   Dr Ali was at the time speaking during the Baker Institute’s Center for Energy Studies […]

THE People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) is once again putting its open-door approach on full display, with Vice-President Bharrat Jagdeo set to host another major Public Day event at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre (ACCC) today. Jagdeo, alongside several Cabinet members and senior ministry officials, will meet directly with citizens from 10:00 […]

-Ambassador Pierantoni says, notes stronger business, academic and cultural ties could unlock more ambitious co-operation   EUROPEAN Union (EU) Ambassador to Guyana, Luca Pierantoni, has noted that Guyana and the EU are only scratching the surface of partnership potential, pointing to growing opportunities in business and innovation.   Pierantoni made […]

THE Hydrometeorological Service of Guyana on Sunday issued a special weather bulletin warning of widespread rainfall, and an increased risk of flooding across the country up to May 15.   According to the bulletin, unstable atmospheric conditions are expected to continue affecting Guyana, particularly coastal regions, resulting in periods of moderate to […]

A 32-year-old man is currently in Police custody as investigators probe a massive fire that destroyed multiple homes and businesses at Apaiqua Landing, Middle Mazaruni River, Region Seven (Cuyuni- Mazaruni), leaving more than 20 persons displaced and millions of dollars in losses. The Guyana Police Force on Sunday said the fire occurred between 22:30h and […]

President Dr Irfaan Ali on Sunday said that the invaluable service of the Guyana Red Cross is deeply felt by families all across the country. The Head of State made these remarks in his message to commemorate World Red Cross Month 2026. Ali, who is a Patron of the Guyana Red Cross, this observance offers The post Guyana Red Cross work “embodies the very […]

The Government has launched a $35 million programme in Black Bush Polder (BBP), Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne), to provide farmers with double-lock cupboards for the safe storage of pesticides and other toxic agricultural chemicals, as authorities move to address longstanding concerns about suicide and unsafe chemical access in the farming community. […]

AS Guyana’s healthcare sector continues to undergo rapid transformation, Minister of Health Dr. Frank Anthony said the country’s progress has been driven by a strong focus on expanding medical capacity, strengthening infrastructure, and embracing modern technology to improve access and quality of care nationwide.   Speaking on the most recent episode […]

…1 fined $75,000 for missing number plate Four men were fined at the Anna Regina Magistrate’s Court last week after pleading guilty to separate traffic offences committed along the Essequibo Coast, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam). Twenty-eight-year-old Pooran Beepat, a labourer of New Road, Essequibo Coast, appeared before Magistrate Ravindra Mohabir on […]

The body of an unidentified man was discovered early Saturday morning along a roadway at Lusignan, East Coast Demerara (ECD). The discovery was made on Saturday, at about 08:20h, According to police, a resident of Lusignan saw the motionless body lying along the roadway and immediately raised an alarm. The matter was subsequently reported to The post […]

The Guyana Prison Service has said that it has evolved significantly over the past six decades, shifting from an overcrowded, resource-constrained penal system to a more structured correctional institution increasingly focused on rehabilitation, training, and reintegration. The reflections were shared during a televised episode of Prison in Focus, marking […]