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BUSINESS

Rose Hall to see major drainage and street upgrades as gov’t subvention rises to $50M

June 28, 2025 Editor 0

The Rose Hall Town Council in Region Six is preparing to roll out a series of long-awaited upgrades to its drainage systems, walkways, and minor roads, following a significant increase in government subvention to municipalities from $18 million to $50 million this year. Speaking with the media earlier this week, Mayor Dave Budhu said that […]

POLITICS

Gov’t not withholding ad payments to pressure independent press

June 28, 2025 Editor 0

Vice President and General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo on Thursday rejected claims that the government is using delayed state ad payments to stifle the independent press, calling the allegation “an extremist view.” The accusation came from Stabroek News Editor-in-Chief Anand Persaud, who said the newspaper had not received payment […]

ENVIRONMENT

“Digital Kayana” to transform infrastructure mapping in Guyana – Pres. Ali

June 27, 2025 Editor 0

The government has officially rolled out “Digital Kayana,” a state-of-the-art geographic information system (GIS) platform designed to revolutionise how Guyana maps, manages, and monitors its infrastructure. President Dr. Irfaan Ali made this announcement during a live Facebook broadcast, noting that the platform will digitise the country’s physical infrastructure, including roads, bridges, drainage systems, and utility […]

BUSINESS

Mitra Ramkumar elected back as President of THAG

June 27, 2025 Editor 0

Read the full press release by the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG): The Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) successfully concluded its 32nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) on June 27, 2025, at the Herdmanston Lodge Hotel. At the AGM, Mr. Mitra Ramkumar, Finance Director of the Roraima Group of Companies, was elected […]

COURT

‘Sir Mars’ murder accused committed to stand trial

June 27, 2025 Editor 0

Brian Richards was committed to stand trial on Friday for the murder of popular entertainer and educator Kirwyn Mars, better known as “Sir Mars.” Senior Magistrate Sunil Scarce at the Diamond/Grove Magistrate Court ordered Richards to appear at the next practicable sitting of the Demerara Assizes. Richards, who resides in John Fernandez Squatting Area, Georgetown, […]

COURT

‘Mental health is a basic human right’—AG declares as Guyana launches first Mental Health Court

June 27, 2025 Editor 0

Mental health is a fundamental human right essential for personal dignity and societal development, Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Anil Nandlall, SC, asserted on Thursday during the launch of Guyana’s first Mental Health Court. “This court is historic and groundbreaking as it is the first of its kind in Guyana,” Nandlall said at […]

POLITICS

GECOM rejects jaguar symbol for Mohamed’s party

June 27, 2025 Editor 0

The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has refused to approve the use of the jaguar symbol by the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) political party, which is led by United States-sanctioned businessman Azruddin Mohamed. Election Commissioner Sase Gunraj, nominated by the ruling People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPPC), explained that the decision follows constitutional and cultural considerations. […]

CRIME

Missing sisters from Berbice found at Supenaam Waterfront

June 27, 2025 Editor 0

Two sisters, aged 12 and 15, who were reported missing from Glasgow Housing Scheme, Sisters Village, East Berbice, have been found by police on the Essequibo Coast. The girls were discovered around 20:00 hours on Thursday, during a mobile patrol by police officers at the Supenaam waterfront in Region Two. According to the police, the […]

POLITICS

PPP to launch manifesto in July as candidate vetting underway

June 27, 2025 Editor 0

The ruling People’s Progressive Party (PPP) is set to formally launch its election manifesto in early July, with the party currently deep in the process of vetting candidates across all regions, General Secretary Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has announced. Addressing the party’s preparations, Dr. Jagdeo highlighted the challenge of candidate selection, noting that the PPP faces […]

CRIME

Pensioner arrested at Yarrowkabra with unlicenced gun and ganja

June 27, 2025 Editor 0

Police have arrested 84-year-old Hubert Campbell during an operation at Yarrowkabra, Soesdyke/Linden Highway, after he was found in possession of an unlicenced 9mm pistol and 30 grams of marijuana. At approximately 15:30 hours on Thursday, ranks from the Highway Patrol Base acted on information received and proceeded to Lot 124, Yarrowkabra, where they made contact […]

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