POLITICS

POLITICS

Pres Ali says selection of Opposition Leader is a matter for the National Assembly

November 28, 2025 Staff Reporter

…Selection “will be convened at the appropriate time” President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Thursday brushed aside concerns that the selection of a new Opposition Leader is taking too long, noting that the process falls squarely within the domain of the legislature. Responding to questions about the delay, more than three weeks since the last […]

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POLITICS

‘Yellow wash’ Gonsalves loses power after 24-yrs

November 28, 2025 Staff Reporter

Ralph Gonsalves, the Caribbean political titan, has failed to secure his sixth consecutive term in the St Vincent 2025 elections. Election results indicate that Gonsalves’ Unity Labour Party (ULP) lost to the Opposition NDP, 14-1. In a Facebook post the ULP said; “We love you SVG and we will keep working and advocating for you. […]

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POLITICS

The campaign is over, now it’s time to deliver -Ali to new RDC leaders

November 28, 2025 Staff Reporter

President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Thursday swore in the newly elected Regional Chairpersons and Vice Chairpersons of nine Regional Democratic Councils (RDCs), urging them to leave political rivalry behind and focus squarely on serving the people with urgency, integrity and results. The ceremony was held at the Arthuri Chung Conference Centre. The swearing-in is […]

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POLITICS

Minister Walrond Engages Community Policing Groups in Linden, Region 10

November 28, 2025 Staff Reporter

The Minister of Home Affairs, Hon. Oneidge Walrond, yesterday (Wednesday, November 26, 2025) visited Linden, Region 10, where she held an interactive engagement with Community Policing Groups (CPGs) from across the district as part of Government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen citizen security and deepen collaboration between the Guyana Police Force and the communities they serve. […]

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Minister Walrond Underscores Shared Responsibility for National Security at Regional Conference

November 27, 2025 Staff Reporter

Minister of Home Affairs, Hon. Oneidge Walrond, today (Thursday, November 27, 2025) made her first appearance at the Regional Security Conference 2025, reaffirming the Government of Guyana’s commitment to a safe and secure country through stronger regional collaboration and innovation in security. In her address, Minister Walrond underscored the significance of the forum and her […]

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Mustapha Reaffirms Government’s Commitment to Hinterland Growth at Region 9 Meeting

November 27, 2025 Staff Reporter

On Wednesday, the Honorable Zulfikar Mustapha, MP, visited Lethem, Region 9, to address the South Rupununi Development Council Statutory meeting. The minister underscored the government’s ongoing commitment to the development of the Hinterland. He emphasized the government’s consistent annual budgetary increases and strategic work plans designed to benefit the residents of Region 9. The agricultural […]

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FINANCE

Budget preparation underway as gov’t moves to deliver on 2025–2030 agenda

November 25, 2025 Staff Reporter

Senior Minister in the Office of the President with responsibility for Finance, Dr. Ashni Singh, has confirmed that work is already underway on the preparation of the next National Budget, with ministries and government agencies having submitted their proposals in keeping with the administration’s five-year development agenda. Speaking on the government’s approach, Dr. Singh said […]

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Minister of Home Affairs Reaffirms Commitment to Rehabilitation of Young Offenders

November 25, 2025 Staff Reporter

The Minister of Home Affairs, Hon. Oneidge Walrond, along with Permanent Secretary Mr. Andre Ally, today conducted an official visit to the Juvenile Holding Centre as part of the Ministry’s continued focus on rehabilitation, protection, and youth development within the justice system. The visit was facilitated by Ms. Shondel Shipley, Deputy Director of the Juvenile […]

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Guyana, Suriname reaffirm unity as neighbours mark twin 50th milestone

November 24, 2025 Staff Reporter

Guyana has restated its commitment to strengthening ties with Suriname, as Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips joined officials and diplomats on Saturday evening to celebrate Suriname’s 50th Independence Anniversary at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre. The event, hosted by the Surinamese Embassy and the Suriname, Guyana Chamber of Commerce (SGCC), also marked 50 years […]

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Minister McCoy challenges EU election report, warns against treating governance as political advantage

November 24, 2025 Staff Reporter

Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister, Kwame McCoy, has taken issue with sections of the European Union’s final report on the 2025 General and Regional Elections, arguing that while the document praises the electoral process, it also creates an unfair narrative about the role of the sitting government during an election year. McCoy […]

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