By Celestine Chacon | February 6, 2025 PPP General Secretary and Vice President, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has strongly criticized the opposition’s budget proposals, describing them as contradictory and lacking a clear vision for the country’s development. He made these remarks during a press conference at Freedom House earlier today. Dr. Jagdeo dismissed the statements made […]
By Celestine Chacon | February 6, 2025 The Ministry of Home Affairs is set to expand its community policing efforts by adding 40 new Community Policing Groups (CPGs) in 2025, aimed at strengthening law enforcement and enhancing security at the community level. This initiative was disclosed by Minister of Home Affairs, Robeson Benn, during the […]
February 5 2025 During his virtual address at the second edition of the International Business Conference, President Dr. Irfaan Ali emphasized the significant opportunity for collaboration between Guyana and Suriname in fostering sustainable regional development. With the development of a major offshore oil field in Suriname set to begin production in 2028, the president noted […]
February 5, 2025 The Parliamentary Committee of Supply resumed its review of the 2025 budget estimates this morning, focusing on the Ministry of Health’s allocation. During the session, Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony announced that the government had successfully secured a grant of 15 million US dollars from the Pandemic Fund, aimed at preparing Guyana […]
By Nakasia Logan | February 4, 2025 The Women’s Army Corps (WAC) of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) celebrated its 58th anniversary on February 3, 2025, with a thanksgiving service held at the Auditorium of Base Camp Ayanganna. The event highlighted the WAC’s commitment to continuous improvement and adaptability in the face of evolving challenges. […]
By Nakasia Logan | February 5, 2025 Former policeman and City Councillor Kyle Solomon, aged 47, has been murdered in a violent incident early this morning, reportedly by a suspect known to him. According to reports, Solomon was stabbed five times by the 16-year-old suspect while attempting to thwart a break-in at his shop, located […]
By Kimberly Giddings | February 5, 2025 The Industry/Plaisance Neighborhood Democratic Council (NDC) has received a new mini excavator, which will play a crucial role in improving the community’s drainage system. The excavator was handed over by Minister of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, in a ceremony held on the East Coast of Demerara. This move is […]
By Kimberly Giddings | February 5 2025 The Department of Education, Region Four District, recently hosted a vibrant secondary school dance competition for students aged 14-18, as part of the Ministry of Education’s Children’s Mashramani celebrations. The event, held under the theme “Expressing Culture and Creativity as One Guyana,” brought together students from schools on […]
February 5, 2025 Cricket West Indies (CWI) has unveiled the schedule for the senior men’s and women’s cricket teams for 2025, with an exciting mix of home and away fixtures stretching from May to December. The men’s team will kick off their campaign in May with a three-match ODI series against Ireland in Dublin from […]
By Delicia Janneire | February 5, 2025 Economist Richard Rambarran has praised the fiscal policies outlined in Budget 2025, noting that they are designed to bolster the competitiveness of local businesses and stimulate economic growth. During a “Budget in Focus” program, Rambarran discussed the government’s ongoing commitment to expanding opportunities for investments, particularly within the […]