By Saskia WarrickDecember 19, 2024 The National Assembly has passed significant amendments to the Wills Act, promising to provide much-needed relief to families across Guyana by simplifying the probate process. The changes modernize the Wills Act, which had remained largely unchanged since its last revision in 1910. The newly passed amendments are designed to fast-track […]
By Samuel SukhnandanDecember 19, 2024 The registration process for the $100,000 one-off cash grant is well underway, with over 221,000 individuals already registered and set to benefit soon, according to Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, the General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) and Vice-President of Guyana. In an update shared during his weekly press conference, […]
By Josiah WilliamsDecember 19, 2024 The Security Interests in Movable Property Bill has been passed in Guyana, aiming to simplify access to financing for small businesses and individuals by allowing movable assets to be used as collateral for loans. The bill, introduced by the Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond, provides a modern […]
By Delicia JanneireDecember 19, 2024 Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance, Gail Teixeira, has reflected on the productive year in Parliament, highlighting the significant achievements of 2024. In an interview with NCN News, she described this year’s parliamentary sittings as progressive, underscoring the tabling and passage of several key pieces of legislation. Minister Teixeira emphasized […]
By Delicia JanneireDecember 19, 2024 The Guyana Mining School has seen a rise in interest from skilled individuals looking to enhance their craftsmanship through its jewelry making courses. Today, 25 students graduated from the introductory and intermediate jewelry making training program, which has been running since 2022. Deborah Phillipe, one of the program’s lead instructors, […]
By Saskia WarrickDecember 18, 2024 The recent amendments to the Acquisition of Lands legislation for Public Purposes are expected to significantly reduce delays in infrastructure projects. This was highlighted by Housing and Water Minister Collin Croal, who addressed the impact of the changes during a recent briefing. Minister Croal explained that land acquisition, a critical […]
By Radha MotielallDecember 18, 2024 President Dr. Irfaan Ali has strongly criticized the political opposition for what he described as the “falsification of facts” regarding the management of the Natural Resources Fund (NRF) under his administration. Addressing the allegations on social media, President Ali referred to the opposition’s claims of government abuse of oil revenues […]
By Nakasia LoganDecember 18, 2024 The Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit (CANU) has reported a dramatic surge in the seizure of drugs, firearms, and ammunition in 2024, marking a significant boost in the agency’s operational success compared to 2023. This increase reflects CANU’s intensified efforts to combat drug trafficking and firearm-related crimes. In 2024, CANU seized 5,094 […]
By Saskia WarrickDecember 17, 2024 As Guyana looks towards a future of economic transformation, strategic investments in key sectors such as infrastructure, training, and institution-building will be essential for the country’s continued growth, according to British High Commissioner to Guyana, Jane Miller. With the country’s rapidly expanding economy, bolstered by its vast natural resources and […]
By Josiah WilliamsDecember 17, 2024 The government has denied claims made by the Alliance for Change (AFC) that it invited Venezuelan migrants to Georgetown for assistance, only to leave them stranded. Around 40 Venezuelan refugees, including children, gathered on Church Street in Georgetown on Monday evening, with reports suggesting that the migrants were encouraged to […]