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Gov’t boosting forensic lab to process ballistics, drug evidence locally

The government is moving to expand Guyana’s forensic testing capabilities, with plans to conduct more ballistics and toxicology examinations locally as part…

34 minutes ago · Staff Reporter

WORLD

Guyanese Can Now Get Saudi Visa on Arrival Without US, UK or Schengen Visa

Guyanese passport holders can now travel to Saudi Arabia with an electronic visa or visa on arrival—without first needing a valid US,…

2 hours ago · Staff Reporter

EDUCATION

AI forcing schools to rethink how students are assessed – President Ali

President Dr. Irfaan Ali says the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) is creating new challenges for teachers and forcing the education…

2 hours ago · Staff Reporter

INFRASTRUCTURE

100 Low-Income Homes at Le Reconnaissance Set for January 2027 Completion

One hundred low-income homes being built at Le Reconnaissance on the East Coast of Demerara are expected to be completed and handed…

3 hours ago · Staff Reporter

COURT

Seeram denied bail by High Court, remains in prison pending sentence

National Border Patrol Unit Coordinator Daniel Seeram will remain in prison after High Court Judge Joy Persaud-Singh on Monday refused his bid…

3 hours ago · Staff Reporter

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Gov’t eyes AI checks to curb favouritism in permit applications 

The government wants artificial intelligence to help check documents submitted for permits and licences, in a move Minister of Public Service, Government…

7 hours ago · Staff Reporter

CRIME

Man jailed 9 years for attempted murder after attacking wife with cutlass over sex

A 49-year-old man who launched a violent attack on his wife after she rejected his sexual advances has been sentenced to nine…

7 hours ago · Staff Reporter

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Citizen complaints via CitizenConnect app expose gaps in local officials’ response — Min. Ally

Complaints reaching the government through its Citizen Connect platform are exposing instances in which residents’ legitimate concerns have gone unanswered, prompting Minister…

7 hours ago · Staff Reporter

Regional News

Guyana, Uganda aviation authorities sign MoU to strengthen safety, technical cooperation

The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and its Ugandan counterpart have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening cooperation in…

2 days ago · Staff Reporter

BUSINESS

PSC, Citi discuss financing and foreign exchange access for Guyanese businesses

The Private Sector Commission (PSC) has held discussions with representatives of Citi on expanding access to financing and foreign exchange solutions for…

2 days ago · Staff Reporter