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Independence Day message: ERC urges renewal of commitment to a Guyana of peace & shared prosperity

The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) extends its warmest felicitations to all Guyanese at home and in the diaspora as the nation collectively observes the 59th Anniversary of Guyana’s Independence. On this momentous occasion, we reflect with pride on the journey we have undertaken as a nation, from the dawn of our freedom to the present […]

PPP urges unity & resilience as Guyana marks 59th Independence amid border threat

On May 26, 1966, the Golden Arrowhead was raised for the very first time. That moment marked not only the end of colonial rule, but the birth of a sovereign nation filled with hope, pride, and determination. It was the culmination of long and difficult struggles, during which brave and selfless individuals made tremendous sacrifices […]

“We are prepared to win it for the people” – PPP’s Jagdeo declares readiness for 2025 elections

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐁𝐲 𝐁𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐭 𝐉𝐚𝐠𝐝𝐞𝐨, 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲, 𝐏𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞’𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲 (𝐏𝐏𝐏) I welcome President Dr. Irfaan Ali’s announcement of September 1st, 2025 as the date for General and Regional Elections. As the General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), I am proud to say that we are ready to deliver our message of continued progress […]

President Ali names September 01 as Election Day

President Dr. Irfaan Ali has announced September 01, 2025, as the Regional and General Elections date. Speaking to a large crowd at the Albion Sports Ground for the Flag Raising Ceremony marking Guyana’s 59th Independence Anniversary, the Head of State revealed that he had a discussion with the Chairwoman of the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM), […]

Azruddin Mohamed’s attorney Siand Dhurjon denies JFK detention claim

READ THE FULL STATEMENT ISSUED BY ATTORNEY-AT-LAW SIAND DHURJON: An amusing and mischievous Facebook post was issued by that Facebook misinformation page known as Guyana Daily News targetting myself, attorney-at-law – Mr. Siand Dhurjon, that I “was detained and questioned by U.S. authorities at JFK International Airport … in connection with ongoing investigations involving his […]

GDF ready to defend every inch of Guyana’s territory – Pres. Ali

Venezuela’s planned election to elect a governor in Guyana’s resource-rich Essequibo is May 26, and President Dr. Irfaan Ali has issued a clear and resolute message: Guyana will not stand idly by. Addressing ranks of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) stationed in Essequibo during a breakfast engagement on Saturday, the Head of State affirmed that […]

Election fraud trial: Police witness says bomb threat ignored, no explosion ever reported

Superintendent of Police Rawle Nedd on Friday took the witness stand in the ongoing election fraud trial before Acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty, recounting a March 2020 bomb threat at the Ashmins building that was ignored by those inside. The building at High and Hadfield Streets in Georgetown served as the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) […]

“There is no way Venezuela will take Essequibo” – Min. Parag at Reg. 2 flag-raising ceremony

Waving the Golden Arrowhead high in the air, Guyanese from all walks of life came out in their numbers at the Anna Regina Car Park in Region Two to witness the Flag Raising ceremony to usher in Guyana’s 59th Independence Anniversary. The atmosphere, which was charged with patriotism and solidarity, saw those in attendance reflecting […]

Former Minister Valerie Garrido-Lowe passes away

The Alliance For Change (AFC) has announced the passing of one of its longest-serving members, former Minister Valerie Garrido-Lowe, who died early Saturday morning following a heart attack. READ THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT ISSUED BY THE ALLIANCE FOR CHANGE (AFC) BELOW: The Alliance For Change is deeply saddened to announce the passing of one of our […]

Canada urges Venezuela to obey ICJ ruling, halt illegal Essequibo governor elections

As Venezuela pushes forward with its controversial plans to hold an election in Guyana’s Essequibo region, Canada has issued a firm call for Caracas to stand down, warning that such actions directly violate international law. In a statement released Saturday, Canadian High Commissioner to Guyana, Sébastien Sigouin, called on Venezuela to refrain from holding elections […]