By Celestine ChaconFebruary 12, 2025 Despite persistent calls from the APNU+AFC for the implementation of a biometric voting system to address concerns of a “bloated voters’ list,” the opposition failed to raise any objections during the recent Claims and Objections exercise conducted by the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM). This was highlighted by Attorney General and […]
By Celestine ChaconFebruary 12, 2025 The remaining squatters at Mocha Arcadia/Caneview have been ordered by the court to pay the state two million dollars in costs after failing to establish a legal claim to the land. This ruling was delivered by Acting Chief Justice Roxanne George. Following the decision, Attorney General and Minister of Legal […]
By Delicia JanneireFebruary 11, 2025 The use of drone technology for surveying and mapping is expanding in Guyana’s construction industry, improving efficiency, accuracy, and site management. According to Brian Smith, Operations Lead at Dragonfly Drones and Geospatial Solutions, drone-assisted surveying is increasingly being used alongside traditional methods to enhance data collection, project monitoring, and hazard […]
By Delicia Janneire | February 11, 2025 With less than a week to go, the Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo 2025 is set to open, bringing together stakeholders, legislators, and business executives for four days of discussions on advancements in the oil and gas sector. President Dr. Irfaan Ali has described this year’s […]
By Delicia Janneire | February 11, 2025 City Mayor Alfred Mentore has come under scrutiny from PPP/C councilors Patricia Chase-Greene and Steven Jacobs over his recent unilateral decision-making, which they argue undermines the authority of the Mayor and City Council (M&CC). The concerns were raised during Monday’s statutory meeting, following Mentore’s approval of several business-related […]
February 11, 2025 With the Caribbean Boxing Championships set to take place later this month, Guyana Boxing Association (GBA) President Steve Ninvalle has expressed confidence in the national team’s ability to reclaim the title. The tournament, scheduled for February 27 to March 3 in St. Lucia, will feature top fighters from across the region. Guyana […]
By Kimberly Giddings | February 11, 2025 The Ministry of Labour, through the Board of Industrial Training (BIT), has commissioned a new $44.8 million training center in New Amsterdam, Region Six, aimed at enhancing technical and vocational education in the region. The facility is expected to provide a more conducive learning environment for trainers and […]
By Kimberly GiddingsFebruary 11, 2025 Prostate cancer remains the most common cancer among men globally and is now the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among men in Guyana. Health officials report that a significant number of cases are being diagnosed at an advanced stage, reducing the chances of successful treatment. Medical experts identify several contributing […]
By Shawnette FiedtkouFebruary 11, 2025 LINDEN, GUYANA – More than 1,700 pensioners in Linden have successfully received their $100,000 cash grant following several days of distribution across various communities in Region 10. The Regional Democratic Council (RDC) began the exercise on January 27, 2025, starting with Wismar, followed by McKenzie, and concluding on Monday with […]
February 11, 2025 The Social Development Committee of the Linden Town Council officially launched Linden Town Week 2025 on Sunday evening at the Linden Theme Park. The annual celebration, which will run from April 25 to May 6, will once again be held under the theme “We are One People, One Nation, One Destiny, Linden […]