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COURT

Video & medical evidence presented in trial of minibus driver accused in woman’s death

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A minibus driver charged with the murder of a female passenger has gone on trial in the Georgetown High Court, where prosecutors have begun presenting medical and video evidence before a judge and jury. Travis Gordon Benjamin appeared on Wednesday before Justice Gino Persaud as the prosecution continued its case concerning the death of Vanessa […]
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COURT

Extradition case to continue on Feb 16 after Nazar falls ill

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The extradition case involving sanctioned businessman Nazar “Shell” Mohamed and his son, Azzrudin Mohamed, was adjourned on Monday, February 16, 2026, at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court after the father reported that he was ill. Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman, who is hearing the matter, adjourned the proceedings to Monday, February 16, when a report is expected […]
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AUTOMOTIVE

Traffic cops renew call for proper headlights, helmets after fatal ECD crash

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Traffic officials are again urging motorists to avoid using excessively bright or improperly fitted headlights and are pressing motorcyclists and electric bike riders to wear helmets, following a recent fatal accident on the East Coast of Demerara. The warnings came during a road safety programme where members of the Guyana Police Force and the National […]
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POLITICS

Datadin rebuts poverty claims, points to improved development ranking

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People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) Member of Parliament Sanjeev Datadin on Thursday pushed back against opposition claims about poverty levels in Guyana, arguing that the figures being cited are based on data from a period marked by large-scale job losses. “The honorable minister, Mr. Indar, pointed out that the members Vinceroy Jordan, Sharma Solomon, the honorable […]
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POLITICS

Manickchand outlines decentralisation push, funding boost for NDCs and municipalities

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Minister of Local Government and Regional Development Priya Manickchand on Thursday said the ministry is repositioning itself to better deliver services at the community level, as she pointed to increased funding and capacity-building measures for local democratic organs across the country. Speaking during her contribution to the 2026 Budget debates in the National Assembly, Manickchand […]
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POLITICS

Government working to reverse IMO ‘strikes’ as maritime sector undergoes major overhaul

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The Government of Guyana is moving to reverse 19 “strikes” issued by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) following an audit in 2018 that found the country non-compliant with several mandatory maritime obligations. Addressing the National Assembly on Thursday during the Budget 2026 debates, Parliament Secretary and Legal Officer at the Guyana Maritime Administration Department (MARAD), […]
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POLITICS

Guyana athletes secure over 1,000 medals as sports investment expands -Ramson

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Guyana’s athletes have secured more than 1,000 international and regional medals over the past three years, a milestone Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport Charles Ramson Jr. says reflects the results of sustained investment and expanded opportunities for training and competition. Making his contribution to the 2026 budget debate in the National Assembly on Thursday, […]
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POLITICS

Manickchand says ‘political will, not oil’ drove key social programmes

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Minister of Local Government and Regional Development Priya Manickchand on Thursday pushed back against claims that Guyana’s current development and social programmes are driven solely by oil revenues, arguing instead that “political will” and a “love for people” have always been the foundation of major initiatives. Contributing to the ongoing 2026 budget debates in the […]
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POLITICS

Minister Indar – GDF helicopter crash report exempt from release on national security grounds

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“Because it is a national security issue, it is exempted.” That was the firm position taken by Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation Deodat Indar on Thursday night as he defended the government’s decision not to release the investigation report into the fatal Guyana Defence Force helicopter crash. Speaking during his contribution to the 2026 […]
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OIL & GAS

Bharrat says Guyana’s oil and gas sector among best-managed globally

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Minister of Natural Resources Vickram Bharrat on Tuesday told the National Assembly of Guyana that Guyana’s oil and gas sector is now regarded internationally as one of the best managed among producing countries, pointing to transparency, accountability and visible development outcomes as proof. “…let me say in this house, Mister Speaker, that Guyana’s oil and […]
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