By Nakasia LoganNovember 19, 2024 The Special Organized Crime Unit (SOCU) has filed 21 additional charges against Assistant Commissioner of Police Calvin Brutus, bringing the total allegations against him to a staggering sum of $100 million in financial crimes. Brutus was detained upon his arrival at SOCU’s headquarters this morning, a visit initially intended to […]
By Kimberly GiddingsNovember 19, 2024 The increasing number of road accidents involving young people has become a pressing concern, according to the Ministry of Home Affairs. Addressing the issue during a Road Safety Public Education Awareness Motorcade on Sunday, Home Affairs Minister Robeson Benn emphasized the alarming rate of fatalities among young road users. As […]
By Kimberly GiddingsNovember 20, 2024 The Rights of the Child Commission (RCC) is urging increased awareness of the rights guaranteed to children under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC). This call was made during a ceremony marking the 35th Anniversary of the UNCRC, where Deputy Chairperson of the RCC, Rosemary […]
By Josiah WilliamsNovember 19, 2024 As part of the International Men’s Day observance, the Ministry of Health and Men on Mission (MOM) hosted a prostate cancer and health screening event aimed at encouraging men, particularly those over 45, to prioritize their health. The initiative took place at Camp Ayanganna in Georgetown and was extended to […]
By Josiah Williams | November 19, 2024 The highly anticipated visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Guyana officially begins today, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister in over 56 years. This historic state visit is set to strengthen the growing relationship between India, Guyana, and CARICOM, with a focus on […]
By Delicia Janneire | November 19 2024 The Government of Guyana is set to invest three billion dollars in the construction of a four-lane bridge at Stanleytown, located on the West Bank of Demerara. This development is part of a broader effort to improve infrastructure in the area, which will also include the construction of […]
By Delicia Janneire | November 2024 The Cabinet is actively working to address the growing concerns over speeding and overweight trucks on Guyana’s roadways, as outlined by Minister of Public Works, Hon. Juan Edghill. The initiative, which involves collaboration between the Ministry of Public Works and other relevant stakeholders, aims to implement measures to reduce […]
By Celestine Chacon | November 19 2024 Residents of Beterverwagting on the East Coast of Demerara are expressing optimism about the future of their community after a productive engagement with Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo over the weekend. The meeting allowed villagers to voice concerns and discuss key areas of development. During the session, the […]
By Celestine Chacon | November 19, 2024 As Guyana joins the global community in observing International Men’s Day today, citizens are encouraged to celebrate the positive contributions that men make to society, while also acknowledging the unique challenges they face. In his message for the occasion, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali extended his heartfelt greetings […]
By Tyriq Walters | November 18, 2024 In an impressive performance, the Essequibo Anacondas emerged as the champions of the inaugural Guyana Cricket Board’s (GCB) National T20 League after defeating the Essequibo Jaguars in the final at the National Stadium in Providence. Opting to bat first, the Anacondas posted a competitive total of 159/5 in […]