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GECOM urged to guard against fraudulent election nominations

June 13, 2025 Editor

General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Bharrat Jagdeo, on Thursday called on the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) to crack down on parties that fraudulently list citizens as backers or intimidate individuals from supporting rival parties. Speaking at his weekly press conference at Freedom House, Robb Street, Jagdeo expressed concern over what he described […]

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EU elections observation mission formalised ahead of 2025 polls

June 12, 2025 Editor

With less than three months to go before Guyanese head to the polls, the European Union Elections Observation Mission (EUEOM) is now officially set to be deployed in Guyana. On Wednesday, Ambassador Rene van Nes signed the Administrative Arrangement (AA) formalising the mission’s presence with Chairperson of the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM), Justice (ret’d) Claudette […]

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PPP/C offers national unity as Opposition pushes “coalition of division” – Pres. Ali

June 11, 2025 Editor

President Dr. Irfaan Ali has described the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) as the true unifying force in Guyana’s political landscape, contrasting his party’s philosophy of inclusion and development with what he called the “coalition of division and incompetence” seeking power ahead of the September 2025 elections. Speaking on the sidelines of an event on […]

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‘Much more could be achieved’ – Fmr. Indigenous Affairs Minister endorses Pres. Ali

June 11, 2025 Editor

Prominent indigenous leader and former Vice President under the previous A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) and Alliance For Change (APNU+AFC) Coalition, Sydney Allicock, has thrown his support behind President Dr. Irfaan Ali, noting that much more could be achieved with him at the helm of Guyana. Reflecting on his time as a member of […]

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Guyanese urged to obey U.S. immigration laws amid tighter enforcement

June 11, 2025 Editor

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has issued an urgent advisory to all Guyanese, warning of strict enforcement measures and potential legal consequences for individuals attempting to enter or remain in the United States unlawfully. The advisory followed an official diplomatic note from the Government of the United States. The advisory, released on […]

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Nandlall rejects Hughes’ GECOM claims, slams AFC’s “blatant inconsistencies”  

June 11, 2025 Editor

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Anil Nandlall, S.C., has rejected claims by Alliance for Change (AFC) Leader Nigel Hughes that he serves as the legal advisor to the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM), describing the allegations as “false, misleading, and politically motivated.” During his weekly programme “Issues In The News,” Nandlall clarified that while […]

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President to launch new tech programme to combat violence against women

June 11, 2025 Editor

The government is preparing to roll out a major technology-driven initiative aimed at tackling violence against women, a persistent and deeply rooted issue in the country. President Dr. Irfaan Ali made the announcement during his keynote address at the third graduation ceremony of the Guyana Online Academy of Learning (GOAL), which was held on Monday […]

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GECOM opens applications for local election observers ahead of September 1 polls

June 10, 2025 Editor

The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has issued an official call for local organisations to apply for accreditation to serve as election observers for the General and Regional Elections slated for September 1, 2025. This initiative, in accordance with Section 4E of the Representation of the People Act (RoPA), aims to promote transparency, impartiality, and credibility […]

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Norton: Only “tested and proven” PNCR members will make future candidate list

June 8, 2025 Editor

Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton has dismissed the wave of endorsements for President Dr. Irfaan Ali by several former Opposition members, asserting that the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) remains resilient and focused on building a slate of “tested and proven” candidates for the upcoming elections. Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Norton said the […]

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CIOG President calls for unity, compassion & devotion in Eid-ul-Adha message

June 7, 2025 Editor

As-Salaamu Alaikum WaRahmatullahi-WaBarakaatuh. Eid Mubarak! Eid Mubarak! Eid Mubarak! All praise is due to Allah (SWT), the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate. Peace and blessings be upon our noble Prophet Muhammad (SAW), his family, his companions, and all those who follow in his footsteps. As we gather to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha, I extend warm greetings on […]

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