POLITICS

POLITICS

Gov’t budget to include new support for daycare centres -Jagdeo

October 6, 2025 Staff Reporter

Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has announced that the government will explore ways to provide direct support for daycare centres across Guyana in the upcoming national budget. Speaking at his weekly press conference, Jagdeo reminded that this was a campaign promise aimed at easing the burden on working mothers. He explained that various models are […]

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FINANCE

Gov’t to close loopholes in foreign currency market, abusers to face crackdown -Jagdeo

October 6, 2025 Staff Reporter

Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo has made it clear that while Guyana’s foreign exchange market remains stable, the Government is moving to clamp down on individuals and entities who are exploiting the system. Speaking at his weekly press briefing, Jagdeo stated that there is significant evidence indicating that some foreign nationals, including individuals who are not […]

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POLITICS

We have a strong capacity to meet demand, no crisis in the foreign exchange market -Jagdeo

October 6, 2025 Staff Reporter

Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has assured that the Government is in a strong position to manage Guyana’s foreign exchange market, with both the technical expertise and financial resources to respond to any shifts in demand. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Jagdeo noted that the government has injected $1.2 billion into the market […]

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POLITICS

Guyana Continues to Demonstrate Serious and Sustained Effort to Combat Trafficking in Persons

October 2, 2025 Staff Reporter

Guyana has once again earned a coveted “Tier 1” ranking in the 2025 Trafficking in Persons Report issued by the U.S. State Department. The annual report assesses the global landscape of human trafficking and evaluates the efforts of individual countries in combating this grave human rights violation. Minister of Home Affairs, Hon. Oneidge Walrond described […]

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POLITICS

Ministry of Natural Resources Slams Kaieteur News Over “Twisted” Headline on Oil Cash Transfers

October 1, 2025 Staff Reporter

See statement below: The Ministry of Natural Resources wishes to clarify a most devious publication in the September 30 edition of the Kaieteur News headlined: “Oil cash handouts will leave Guyana poorer” -Minister Bharrat. Unsurprisingly, the news agency misrepresented and twisted the intention of the minister’s comments regarding the government’s approach to cash transfers during […]

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POLITICS

Maduro grants himself sweeping security powers amid U.S. tensions

September 30, 2025 Staff Reporter

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has signed a decree granting himself broad security powers in the event of a U.S. military incursion, Vice President Delcy Rodríguez announced on Monday. The measure, valid for 90 days with the option of renewal, allows Maduro to mobilise the armed forces nationwide and hand control of public services and the […]

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OIL & GAS

Ramotar urges CARICOM to form united front on oil and gas sector

September 30, 2025 Staff Reporter

Former President Donald Ramotar has called on CARICOM governments to use the region’s integration movement as a platform to secure better outcomes from the oil and gas industry. In a letter in another section of the media, Ramotar stressed that CARICOM was established to allow small states to act together and increase their influence internationally. […]

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POLITICS

Minister of Tourism Hails Private Sector As Backbone of GuyExpo 2025

September 30, 2025 Staff Reporter

At the official launch of GuyExpo 2025, Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce underscored a central truth: without the commitment and investment of the private sector, the country’s largest trade and investment showcase would simply not be possible. Speaking to an audience of corporate leaders, diplomats, and business owners, the Minister highlighted that while government […]

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Labour Ministry Secures Agreement Between BOSAI Workers and NAACIE

September 30, 2025 Staff Reporter

The Ministry of Labour has successfully brokered an agreement between BOSAI workers in Linden and their union, NAACIE, bringing an end to last week’s strike and clearing the way for full resumption of operations. Conciliation talks chaired by Chief Labour Officer Dhaneshwar Deonarine began on Monday morning and wrapped up after several hours of negotiations. […]

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POLITICS

Rohee warns of US-Venezuela tensions spilling into Caribbean; urges Guyana to step up international campaign

September 26, 2025 Staff Reporter

Former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Clement Rohee, has cautioned that unfolding geopolitical tensions between the United States and Venezuela could have serious implications for the Caribbean region, including Guyana. In a letter released this week, Rohee noted that the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) is meeting at a time when the world is shifting from […]

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