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“One good term deserves another” – Fmr PNCR treasurer backs Pres. Ali and PPP/C

June 25, 2025 Editor

Former treasurer of the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR), Faaiz Mursaline, has publicly endorsed President Dr. Irfaan Ali and the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) for the upcoming general and regional elections. In a Facebook post, Mursaline praised the achievements of the PPP/C government over the past five years, describing the 2020-2025 term as “transformational” under […]

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Army Chief talks up DIME strategy to safeguard Guyana’s borders and national security

June 24, 2025 Editor

In the inaugural episode of Safeguarding Our Nation, a new national conversation series focused on security, leadership, and public trust, Chief of Defence Staff of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF), Brigadier Omar Khan, shared an in-depth perspective on the country’s approach to national security and border protection. With over 30 years of service and extensive […]

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Pres. Ali urges Guyanese to choose stability & progress ahead of Sept 1 elections

June 24, 2025 Editor

In a Facebook live stream on Tuesday morning, President Dr. Irfaan Ali addressed the nation, drawing on a childhood fable to emphasise the importance of responsible leadership and prudent decision-making in the upcoming general elections. Using the classic story of the ant and the grasshopper, President Ali reminded Guyanese that while the ant diligently prepared […]

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GECOM administers oaths to returning officers ahead of September polls

June 23, 2025 Editor

The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) took a step in its election preparations today by administering the Oath of Office to all ten Returning Officers and ten Supernumerary Returning Officers approved for the forthcoming General and Regional Elections. Read the Commission’s full press release below: The ten (10) Returning Officers and ten (10) Supernumerary Returning Officers […]

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Natasha Singh-Lewis resigns with immediate effect from PNC/R

June 22, 2025 Editor

Member of Parliament Natasha Singh-Lewis has tendered her immediate resignation from the People’s National Congress/Reform (PNC/R). In her resignation letter, Singh-Lewis stated: “It is with profound regret, but driven by deep-seated conviction and an unwavering duty to the people who entrusted me with their vote, that I tender my immediate resignation.” Describing the decision as […]

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ANUG mulls court action over unresolved joinder of lists issue

June 21, 2025 Editor

Leader of A New and United Guyana (ANUG), Dr. Mark Defrance, is contemplating legal action over what he described as the prolonged failure by the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) to resolve critical issues. These issues relate to the joinder of lists mechanism—a key provision that allows smaller political parties to combine electoral strength. Speaking out […]

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2025 elections: 28 political parties submit symbols to GECOM

June 21, 2025 Editor

As preparations intensify for the 2025 General and Regional Elections, the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has confirmed receiving 28 party symbol submissions ahead of the June 22, 2025, deadline. Public Relations Officer Yolanda Ward shared the update on Friday, stating that 16 of the 28 political parties that submitted symbols were represented at a stakeholder […]

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Jagdeo slams Opposition for “grudge and greed politics” amid defections

June 20, 2025 Editor

General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) and Vice President, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has condemned what he describes as “grudge and greed politics” within the Opposition, saying the constant infighting and shifting allegiances among their leaders show a lack of principles and vision for Guyana’s future. “What we see now in the Opposition camp […]

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PAC Chairman condemns use of Jaguar symbol by Mohamed’s political party

June 20, 2025 Editor

The Chairman of the Protected Areas Commission (PAC), Robert Persaud, has strongly criticised the use of Guyana’s national Jaguar symbol by the recently announced political party, “We Invest In Nationhood,” which is led by US-sanctioned businessman Azruddin Mohamed. Mohamed, who the United States sanctioned for alleged gold smuggling and related financial crimes, recently named his […]

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Innovation hubs & technical centres planned for every region in next PPP gov’t

June 20, 2025 Editor

The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) is pledging to transform Guyana’s regional economies with the establishment of innovation hubs and technical support centres in every region, according to the party’s General Secretary and Vice President, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo. Dr. Jagdeo, speaking after a series of meetings with stakeholders in Linden and Region 10, outlined the PPP’s […]

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