By Celestine ChaconNovember 18, 2024 Today marks the 46th anniversary of the Jonestown Massacre, one of the most devastating events in Guyana’s history. Over 900 people lost their lives in the People’s Temple settlement on November 18, 1978, leaving an indelible mark on the country and the world. Charles Leung, now 72 years old and […]
By Tyriq Walters | November 18, 2024 The Guyana Basketball Federation’s (GBF) Elite 16 tournament saw an exciting weekend of action, with Stabroek Eagles and North Ruimveldt Ravens advancing to the next stage after impressive victories. The night began with a gripping match between Stabroek Eagles and the Bounty Colts. Both teams battled hard, with […]
By Travis Seymour | November 18, 2024 Team Guyana secured four medals at the Suriname International Badminton Open 2024, with Priyanna Ramdhani leading the way by earning three medals across various categories. In the women’s doubles, Ramdhani, paired with Trinidadian Chequeda De Boulet, earned a silver medal. The duo battled against Peru’s Ines Lucia Castillo […]
November 16, 2024 Defending champions Marian Academy proved they are determined to keep their MVP Sports Under-11 title with two commanding victories over the weekend. The first match saw Marian Academy’s Chrissyanne Persaud opening the scoring in the 6th minute with an impressive strike. Teammate Haley Haberkorn doubled the lead shortly after, before Persaud took […]
By Josiah Williams | November 18, 2024 The National Defence Institute (NDI) hosted a cybersecurity workshop over the weekend, bringing together CEOs and industry leaders to enhance awareness and strengthen systems against cyber threats. The event, held at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre, emphasized the importance of robust public-private partnerships in safeguarding Guyana’s growing digital […]
By Saskia Warrick | November 18, 2024 The Leonora Friday Night Market has proven to be a huge success, receiving strong support from residents, vendors, and farmers in Region Three. This initiative, spearheaded by President Dr. Irfaan Ali, aims to create a safer and more organized space for commerce while promoting local agriculture and business. […]
By Saskia Warrick | November 18, 2024 Guyana Port Inc. (GPI) has taken a significant step to improve the country’s waterways with the commissioning of a new $4 million dredger, a move set to boost trade and economic activities. The Damen Cutter Suction Dredger 350, which was commissioned over the weekend, boasts a robust and […]
By Nakasia Logan | November 18, 2024 The Guyana Police Force’s Traffic Department is facing significant strain as the number of vehicles on the road continues to rise, according to Traffic Chief Senior Superintendent Mahendra Singh. Speaking at a recent media conference, the Traffic Chief revealed that the current ratio of traffic ranks to motorists […]
By Nakasia Logan | November 18, 2024 Assistant Commissioner of Police Calvin Brutus was granted bail in the amount of ten million dollars today after returning to court to face 201 additional charges related to financial misconduct. These charges stem from allegations of misuse of public funds, amounting to millions. The charges were grouped by […]
By Saskia Warrick | November 18, 2024 GuyExpo 2024 has been a remarkable success, offering businesses an unparalleled platform to connect with consumers, expand their reach, and introduce new products. The four-day event, which concluded recently, saw more than 280 booths showcasing both local and international products across various industries. Small businesses were able to […]