Guyana’s top sprinter, Emanuel Archibald, faced a setback at the 2024 Paris Olympics, failing to advance from the men’s 100-meter heat. Competing from lane 6, Archibald struggled with a slow start and ultimately finished in eighth place with a time of 10.40 seconds—one of his slowest performances this season. South Africa’s Akani Simbine won the […]
By Saskia Warrick Home Affairs Minister Robeson Benn has called for increased fines and the use of technology to address the rising number of road accidents in Guyana. Minister Benn highlighted that young males are primarily responsible for these accidents, especially during extended weekends and late-night hours after social events. He noted that offenders often […]
By Saskia Warrick Minister Deodat Indar has urged businesses and commercial operators to take responsibility for the disposal of their industrial waste, highlighting their role in illegal dumping across the country. During a meeting with the Private Sector Commission, Minister Indar emphasized that waste from construction and commercial activities contributes significantly to the unsightly and […]
By Royan Abrams The Industrial Supply of Guyana (ISG), a subsidiary of MACORP, has launched its first branch in Region Six, Berbice, expanding its operations to better serve local industries. The new outlet, located at Port Mourant on the Corentyne, will cater to various sectors including mining, construction, agriculture, automotive, food, and oil and gas. […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali outlined the government’s targeted initiatives to counteract the impact of global food price increases and alleviate the cost of living for Guyanese in his national address on Friday evening. He attributed the surge in global food prices and related costs to disruptions caused by the Russian-Ukraine war and the global pandemic. […]
Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), has suggested that the ongoing election fraud case might eventually be taken to the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ). At a press conference on Wednesday, Jagdeo criticized the defense lawyers for their repeated objections, which he argues have been successful in delaying the trial’s […]
By Samuel Gillis In a special Emancipation Day ceremony, Victoria village celebrated its 185-year history with the unveiling of a new arch, symbolizing the community’s progress. The arch, a collaborative effort between the village and the Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Sports, was completed at a cost of over two million dollars. Ken Semple from […]
Lindeners celebrated African culture with a variety of activities on Thursday to mark Emancipation. Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, participated in the festivities, joining citizens in their celebrations. Community Development Councils (CDCs) across the region organized cook-out competitions in areas including Amelia’s Ward, Andy’s Ville, Block 22, and Sunflower Street. Minister Edghill visited these […]
By Fabiana Mcklmon More than 100 households in Waramuri and Para, Region One, are now receiving clean and safe water following the launch of a $23 million water supply system. The commissioning ceremony took place earlier this week in the Moruca sub-district. During the ceremony, it was revealed that the project faced challenges, with four […]
By Delicia Janneire As the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) celebrates its fourth anniversary since returning to office, citizens have shared their positive views on the government’s impact in Amerindian communities. The video report highlights residents’ appreciation for the significant progress made in their regions, particularly in infrastructure, healthcare, and housing. In Tigerbone, residents have […]