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Region Six gets over 4,000 dengue test kits amid rising cases

In response to a rise in dengue infections in Region Six, the Ministry of Health has dispatched over 4,000 test kits to help contain the cases. Minister of Health Dr. Frank Anthony confirmed this during an update on Tuesday, as authorities ramp up interventions to curb the spread of the virus. The surge in cases […]

$18.3M NDC office opens on Corentyne Coast to boost local governance

The Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development, on Tuesday, commissioned a newly constructed $18.3 million building to serve the No. 64-74 Neighbourhood Democratic Council (NDC) on the Corentyne Coast, Region Six. The commissioning of the new NDC office is aimed at improving public service delivery and community engagement in the area. Delivering the feature […]

Michael Singh elected President of Guyana Mixed Martial Arts Federation

Read the full press statement from the Guyana Mixed Martial Arts Federation (GYMMA): The Guyana Mixed Martial Arts Federation (GYMMA) proudly announces the successful conduct of its Emergency General Elections, held on April 12, 2025, at the upper floor of Palm Court in Georgetown, Guyana. This significant event marked a new chapter in the Federation’s […]

Paramakatoi miner alleges corruption at GGMC after illegal operators seize her claim

A small-scale miner has come forward with allegations of corruption and misconduct involving officials of the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC), claiming that unauthorised activities and favouritism within the sector have undermined her legal mining operation. Darlene Luz, a miner from the indigenous village of Paramakatoi, revealed that her operations in the Arnik area […]

North West man charged with gun, ammo possession and assault

A 31-year-old North West District (NWD) man was on Wednesday charged with possession of unlicenced firearms and ammunition, as well as assault. Orangel Antonio Castro Rodrigces, a labourer from Triangle Backdam, Baramita, NWD, appeared before Magistrate Ravindranauth Singh at the Port Kaituma Magistrates’ Court. It is alleged that on February 26, 2025, Rodrigces unlawfully assaulted […]

Three cops accused of stealing cocaine from police station granted bail

Three serving members of the Guyana Police Force (GPF), who were previously remanded for allegedly stealing cocaine from the Ruimveldt Police Station, were each granted $250,000 bail when they returned to court on Wednesday. Constable Grenville Harris, 26, of South Vryheid’s Lust, East Coast Demerara (ECD); Corporal Floyd Pellew, 39, of Crane Housing Scheme, West […]

ERC summons ‘Baby Skello’, another artist over controversial songs

The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) has confirmed that it has summoned local artist Daniel Wharton, also known as “Baby Skello,” following his recent song, which contained what the Commission described as “blasphemous content” against the Hindu religion. The ERC’s announcement comes days after Wharton was taken into Police custody after his song received a backlash […]

ERC condemns “blasphemous” content in song by Vybz Kartel

The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) has issued a condemnation of Jamaican dancehall artist Vybz Kartel for his song “Good Like Jesus”, which the body says contains “blasphemous and deeply offensive statements” about Jesus Christ. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the ERC described the content as “profoundly disrespectful to Christian religious sensibilities” and a threat […]

PYO launches Tapeball Cricket tournament to empower youth

Read the full statement from the People’s Youth Organisation (PYO): The People’s Youth Organisation (PYO) officially launched its Tapeball Cricket Tournament on Sunday, May 12, 2025, with a strong focus on youth involvement and community unity. The tournament will feature 21 teams from across Region Two, each required to include at least two Under-19 players […]

Adrianna Younge investigation: Canadian investigator to begin work on Wednesday

Retired Officer of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), Leonard McCoshen, has arrived in Guyana and will officially begin working alongside the Guyana Police Force (GPF) in the Adrianna Younge case on Wednesday. His recruitment, facilitated by the Government of Guyana, fulfils a promise made by President Dr. Irfaan Ali to Younge’s family. Speaking on […]