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Rollout of new e-ID card system to be implemented in the coming weeks – President Ali

September 18, 2025 Staff Reporter

President Dr Irfaan Ali on Tuesday announced that Guyana’s new electronic identification card (e-ID card) is ready for national rollout, marking a major step in the government’s digital transformation agenda. The President, who was the first to be issued with the new card, said that all systems will be in place within the next two […]

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President Ali announces online passport application system to launch before year-end

September 18, 2025 Staff Reporter

President Dr Irfaan Ali on Tuesday confirmed that the government’s long-awaited online passport application portal is in its final stages of development and will be operational before the end of 2025. The Head of State made the announcement during a press conference at the Office of the President, noting that the new system forms part […]

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Cuba, Montserrat, and France congratulate President Ali on re-election

September 11, 2025 Staff Reporter

Leaders from Cuba, Montserrat, and France have extended congratulations to President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali on his re-election, expressing optimism about continued cooperation and stronger regional ties. Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel, in a post on X, wished Dr. Ali success in his new term and reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening relations of friendship and cooperation […]

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PPP/C open to cooperation, but Jagdeo cautions on WIN’s “transactional” politics

September 11, 2025 Staff Reporter

With the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) poised to form the new government and the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party emerging as the main opposition, PPP/C General Secretary Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo says there is still room for collaboration on national issues. Dr. Jagdeo noted that the PPP/C and the former main opposition coalition, A Partnership […]

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Sukhai reaffirms gov’t support for Amerindian communities

September 11, 2025 Staff Reporter

At the Amerindian Heritage Cultural Extravaganza on Monday, Pauline Sukhai reassured that the PPP/C government remains committed to uplifting Indigenous communities. Sukhai congratulated President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali on his second term and commended his “visionary leadership” and dedication to improving the lives of Amerindians. She highlighted the PPP/C administration’s continued investments in education, healthcare, […]

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PM Phillips pledges faster Amerindian land titling, stronger heritage protection

September 11, 2025 Staff Reporter

Prime Minister (Ret’d) Brigadier Mark Phillips has reaffirmed his Government’s commitment to accelerating Amerindian land titling and demarcation, while also promising a comprehensive revision of the Amerindian Act to strengthen legal protections and empower Indigenous communities. Speaking at the Amerindian Heritage Cultural Extravaganza at the National Park on Monday evening, PM Phillips said the administration […]

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Spend more time developing overall press in Guyana — Terrence Jaskaran to GPA

September 11, 2025 Staff Reporter

Chartered Accountant Terrence Jaskaran has taken aim at the Guyana Press Association (GPA), urging the body to focus less on what he described as “politically biased statements” and more on improving the overall quality and professionalism of the local press. In a letter published in Guyana Times, Jaskaran expressed his “utter disbelief” at a recent […]

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Guyana’s Ambassador to Belgium adds voice to 2025 polls

September 11, 2025 Staff Reporter

– hails it most free and fair elections Guyana’s Ambassador to Belgium, His Excellency Sasenarine Singh, has added his voice to the national conversation about the conduct of this year’s elections, penning a letter that hails the 2025 General and Regional Elections as the most transparent and credible in the country’s history. In the letter […]

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President Ali sworn in for second term – sets sail towards a future of unity and transformation

September 8, 2025 Staff Reporter

His Excellency President Dr Irfaan Ali was sworn in for a second term today at State House, where he renewed his pledge to unity, inclusion, and national transformation. During his inauguration speech, the 9th Executive President of Guyana declared the next five years to be the most consequential in Guyana’s history and called on every […]

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Jagdeo defends PPP’s record on Indigenous healthcare and development

August 29, 2025 Staff Reporter

Vice President and General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, responded to a recent Stabroek News editorial on healthcare equity, highlighting global issues affecting Indigenous communities. While he agreed with the piece’s statement that “every man, woman and child deserves the same chance at a healthy life, whether they live […]

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