The Special Organised Crime Unit (SOCU) has secured convictions against Yuri Garcia Dominguez and Ateeka Ishmael, who were each found guilty for operating a Ponzi Scheme illegally in Guyana fleecing unsuspecting Guyanese hundreds of millions of dollars.

On Thursday, 11th June 2026, Magistrate Sunil Scarce, sitting at the Vigilance Magistrates’ Court, sentenced both defendants in relation to the said offences.

For the offence of Operating a Ponzi Scheme, Yuri Garcia Dominguez was fined GYD $1,000,000 a

The Special Organised Crime Unit (SOCU) has secured the committal of Terrence Williams to stand trial in the High Court for the offence of Money Laundering.

On Monday 8^th June, 2026, Magistrate Wanda Fortune, sitting at the Diamond Magistrates’ Court, committed Williams to stand trial in the High Court in relation to a charge instituted under the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Act.

The charge alleges that on or about Monday, 21st March 2022, Terrence Williams and other

A two-day PACE Justice joint DPP police training is currently underway at the police officers' mess in Georgetown bringing together legal experts, police officials and international partners to discuss ways to make Guyana's justice system faster and more efficient.

The workshop is focused on practical ways to reduce delays in court cases improve the handling of investigations and strengthen cooperation among the police, prosecutors and other key

A family already shattered by the brutal murder of 7-year-old Adriel Aftab. Mohamed is now battling another painful ordeal. A wave of rumors, accusations, and conspiracy theories in social media.

While welcoming the arrest of the man accused of the child's killing, relatives say the public speculation has only reopened fresh wounds. Adriel's brother, great-uncle Naseed Mohamed is now breaking his silence.

One week after 7-

As Guyana moves closer to the launch of its development bank, President Dr. Irfaan Ali is seeking to clear up misconceptions about the initiative. While some Guyanese believe the bank is simply about accessing interest-free and collateral-free loans, the head of state says the institution is designed to do much more creating long-term prosperity, supporting entrepreneurship, and helping families build generational wealth. 

"The Guyana Development Bank is about creatin

A major facelift of Georgetown is moving full speed ahead with works on East Street nearing completion. Attention is now shifted to Camp Street, where overnight crews are transforming the corridor as part of the government's city beautification drive.

President Dr. Irfaan Ali joined workers on site during the late-night operation as efforts continue to improve drainage, upgrade road infrastructure, and enhance the overall appearance of the capital.

The overnight operation is par