COURT

Full Court rules SOCU can file and pursue court actions under AML/CFT law

December 24, 2025 Staff Reporter

The Full Court has unanimously ruled that the Special Organised Crime Unit (SOCU) has the legal authority to institute and maintain court proceedings under Guyana’s Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Act (AMLCFT Act), overturning an earlier High Court decision that questioned the agency’s standing. In a recent judgment, Justices Nigel Niles and […]

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CRIME

Early-Morning Knife Attack in East Canje Leaves Businessman Dead, Another Injured

December 23, 2025 Staff Reporter

Police are investigating an alleged murder following a violent early-morning attack at Cumberland Village, East Canje, Berbice, which claimed the life of a 61-year-old businessman. The incident occurred at about 05:00 hrs on Monday, December 22, 2025, and resulted in the death of Chen Yongping and injuries to a 32-year-old businessman of the same address. […]

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INFRASTRUCTURE

Almost $600M invested to pave Lethem’s road network -President Ali

December 23, 2025 Staff Reporter

President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has highlighted significant investments being made to improve the road network in Lethem, Region Nine, as the Government continues its push to upgrade infrastructure in hinterland communities. According to the Head of State, major resources have already been committed to paving roads in the township. “In Lethem alone, in moving […]

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INFRASTRUCTURE

Leguan set for lower power costs, better transport and new economic push

December 19, 2025 Staff Reporter

Residents of Leguan Island are poised to see significant improvements in living standards and economic activity as the government moves to roll out a series of development projects ahead of its first budget in the second term. During an engagement with residents at the Leguan Secondary School, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali outlined plans aimed […]

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INFRASTRUCTURE

Gov’t moves to upgrade Windsor Forest landing site after fisherfolk raise concerns

December 19, 2025 Staff Reporter

The Windsor Forest fishing community along the West Coast Demerara is set to benefit from improved facilities, following an early morning engagement on Friday between Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Zulfikar Mustapha, and fisherfolk at the Windsor Forest Koker. During the interaction, the minister acknowledged concerns raised about the condition of the existing landing site, noting […]

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COURT

Chief Justice jails second accused for 20 years in 2021 taxi driver killing

December 19, 2025 Staff Reporter

Acting Chief Justice Navindra Singh has imposed a 20-year prison sentence on Seyon Kemo James for his involvement in the 2021 killing of taxi driver Kenrick Trim. James, 29, a carpenter also known as “Lil Alfey,” of Laing Avenue, West Ruimveldt, Georgetown, appeared before Acting Chief Justice Navindra Singh after pleading guilty to the capital […]

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BUSINESS

Zero corporate tax incentives to drive growth beyond Georgetown

December 19, 2025 Staff Reporter

The Government is moving to deliberately push investment and higher-paying jobs into Guyana’s hinterland, riverine and outlying regions through a package of targeted tax incentives, as it acknowledges that the country’s current economic boom is still heavily concentrated in Georgetown and Region Four. Speaking on the issue, the Vice President said that while sectors such […]

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POLITICS

US anti-drug mission in region backed by Guyana

December 19, 2025 Staff Reporter

Guyana will continue to work closely with the United States on efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region, while avoiding speculation about any possible US action against Venezuela, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo said on Thursday. Jagdeo said Washington has long made its objectives clear, particularly its focus on disrupting the illegal drug trade. […]

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POLITICS

Jagdeo reminds no promise was made for pre-Christmas cash grant, says plans being misrepresented

December 19, 2025 Staff Reporter

Vice President and PPP General Secretary Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has rejected claims that the party promised a cash grant before Christmas, stressing that no such commitment appears in the PPP’s manifesto and that the issue is being misused for political campaigning. Addressing reporters at his weekly press conference, Jagdeo said the party’s manifesto is the […]

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COURT

Dwayne Thomas gets five years for manslaughter in ‘DJ Viper’ killing

December 19, 2025 Staff Reporter

Dwayne Thomas has been sentenced to five years’ imprisonment for manslaughter in the killing of 28-year-old Brian Pitman, also known as “DJ Viper.” The sentence was imposed on Wednesday by Acting Chief Justice Navindra Singh at the High Court in Demerara and will be reduced by the time Thomas has already spent on remand. In […]

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