POLITICS

POLITICS

Budget 2026 to include legal migration framework and national biometric ID rollout

November 7, 2025 Staff Reporter

Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo says Budget 2026 will be presented earlier than usual and will include funding to support the government’s plans to manage labour shortages while protecting national identity and security. He made the announcement on Thursday during his weekly press conference at Freedom House. Jagdeo said the government is now finalising a […]

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ENVIRONMENT

President Ali calls for faster Global Climate Action at COP in Brazil

November 7, 2025 Staff Reporter

President Irfaan Ali, while in Brazil for the Conference of Parties on climate change, has raised concern about what he described as the slow pace of global climate action. He warned that while debates and denial continue, communities across the world are already living with the severe impacts of climate change. The President pointed to […]

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No Opposition Leader to be sworn in at first sitting of 13th Parliament

November 3, 2025 Staff Reporter

When Guyana’s 13th Parliament meets for the first time, there will be no swearing in of an Opposition Leader. This was relayed to Sheriff News Network (SNN) by a well-placed parliamentary source. The Order Paper for the opening sitting, which will get underway at 14:00 hours, lists just two items: the swearing-in of all Members […]

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POLITICS

𝐆𝐮𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐚’𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐰𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐈𝐧 𝐔.𝐒. 𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞

November 3, 2025 Staff Reporter

Guyana’s 13th Parliament is set to convene today (Monday), for the first time since the General and Regional Elections held on September 1, 2025 — but the sitting comes under extraordinary circumstances that have drawn both local and international attention. For the first time in the country’s history, a wanted individual facing extradition proceedings is […]

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COURT

AG urges CARICOM states to support Caribbean Court of Justice

October 23, 2025 Staff Reporter

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, SC, has renewed calls for CARICOM member states to fully support the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) by adopting it as their final appellate court. Speaking on his weekly Issues in the News programme, Nandlall said it remains “a travesty” that most independent Caribbean countries still […]

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GECOM

“This obviously is a legal issue involving the opposition and they have to resolve it”- AG declines to comment on GECOM Opposition row

October 23, 2025 Staff Reporter

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, S.C., says he will not be commenting on the ongoing issue involving opposition-appointed members of the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM), noting that it is a legal and constitutional matter that may eventually reach the courts. Speaking on his weekly programme Issues in the News, Nandlall acknowledged […]

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POLITICS

Foreign Affairs Ministry Questions Venezuelan Ambassador’s Contradictory Statements on Nazar Mohamed’s Embassy Visit

October 23, 2025 Staff Reporter

See full statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation notes with concern the recent comments made by the Venezuelan Ambassador in Georgetown, and questions why the Ambassador is being secretive about the visit of Mr. Nazar Mohamed to the Embassy of the Bolivarian Republic […]

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POLITICS

President Ali Speaks Up On Unfair BCCI Practices

October 23, 2025 Staff Reporter

President Dr. Irfaan Ali has taken aim at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for its long-standing policy that prevents Indian players from participating in overseas T20 leagues. Speaking out against what he described as an “unsustainable” approach, President Ali argued that the BCCI’s restrictions could ultimately hurt the growth of cricket […]

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POLITICS

PM Phillips reiterates Govt’s unwavering commitment to Lethem’s growth and integration

October 23, 2025 Staff Reporter

Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d), the Honourable Mark Phillips underscored the Government’s commitment to working with regional and local authorities to continue Lethem’s transformation into a leading economic and cultural hub within the hinterland. During his feature address at the Lethem Town Council Anniversary Celebration, held in observance of the 10th Anniversary of Lethem’s township under […]

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POLITICS

Nandlall dismisses Forward Guyana’s latest election petition as ‘hopelessly misconceived’

October 23, 2025 Staff Reporter

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, has described the latest legal challenge filed by the Forward Guyana Movement (FGM) against the just concluded 2025 General and Regional Elections as “hopelessly misconceived” and “a collusive abuse of the court’s process.” Speaking on his weekly programme Issues in the News, Nandlall recounted that FGM […]

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