Music is bringing Guyana and the United Kingdom closer together, as Scottish pipers and Guyanese musicians share their traditions in a celebration of culture and history.

The event brought together different musical traditions, highlighting how countries with different histories can connect through culture, while preserving the unique identities that define them.

“Tonight celebrates the deep people to people links between our two countries and it comes at a very special moment, just hours ahead of

The judicial system continues to promote Restorative Justice as an avenue for resolving disputes and addressing conflicts before they escalate to court.

This morning Attorney General Anil Nandlall re-emphasized its importance as he engaged Magistrates and Restorative Justice Officers.

Guyana’s Restorative Justice Programme is reporting an 85 percent case resolution rate, with plans to expand its services to additional courts in 2027.

Director of the Restorative Justice Program

Chief Magistrate Judy Latchman has ruled that bail will remain in place for Azruddin Mohamed and his father, Nazar Mohamed, in their ongoing extradition proceedings.

The ruling followed an application by prosecutor Terrence Williams, who raised concerns about alleged witness intimidation and other conduct involving the two men.

In delivering her decision on Monday, Magistrate Latchman acknowledged that the court has the authority to vary or revoke bail conditions but said allegations of past misconduc

Prosecutor Terrence Williams has asked Chief Magistrate Judy Latchman to revoke the bail granted to Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed, citing alleged threats and intimidation against senior police officer Prem Narine, a key witness in the ongoing extradition proceedings.

The application was made on Monday when the matter resumed, with Williams raising concerns about two incidents allegedly involving Mohamed and members of his family.

Williams told the court that Mohamed and two other men allegedly vi

Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya Manickchand, is encouraging citizens with relatives buried at the Le Repentir Cemetery in Georgetown to take responsibility for maintaining their tombs, as government continues extensive cleaning and rehabilitation works at the facility.

During a recent visit to the cemetery, Manickchand highlighted the progress made in clearing overgrown vegetation, noting that sections previously obscured by thick bushes are now visible and accessible.

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Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has reaffirmed Guyana’s commitment to global biodiversity protection, while stressing that the Global Biodiversity Alliance (GBA) must support existing United Nations conservation efforts.

Speaking at the Alliance conference on Friday, Jagdeo said its growth from 17 to 142 members reflects increasing international interest in biodiversity protection, but cautioned against misconceptions about its mandate.

“Many people see the success of the Alliance. It has grown from