Cybercrime Law amendments to meet UN standards

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, S.C., has announced that government will soon table amendments to the Cybercrime Act in Parliament to bring the legislation in line with United Nations protocols and international best practices. Speaking during his weekly “Issues in the News” programme, Nandlall confirmed that the new set of cybercrime […]

AG slams Guyana Human Rights Association over “selective” advocacy

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, SC, has taken aim at the Guyana Human Rights Association (GHRA), accusing the body of “selective advocacy” and “political bias” following its recent statement criticizing the Constitutional Reform Commission (CRC). Speaking on his weekly Issues in the News programme, Nandlall described the GHRA as “one of […]

Breakthrough in Berbice River Murder Investigation

Police in Regional Division Six have made significant progress in their investigation into the death of 68-year-old labourer, Cledwin Gordon, also known as “Smokey,” of DeVeldt, Berbice River. The incident reportedly occurred on Friday, October 10, 2025. According to reports, police ranks visited DeVeldt Village around 12:39 hrs on Saturday, October 11, after receiving information […]

CCJ filing in FGM’s legal challenge over ballot exclusion flagged as defective

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Anil Nandlall, SC, says an appeal filed at the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) in the election matter Krystal Fisher v. Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has already been flagged by the court’s registry as “defective.” “They hurriedly, in their quest to seek publicity, published in the press that […]

Minister Persaud warns youth of lasting harm from sharing intimate images, videos

Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, is calling on young people to pause and think carefully before sharing intimate photos or videos, cautioning that such actions can lead to deep emotional and psychological harm. Speaking on the Starting Point podcast, Dr. Persaud said the Ministry continues to raise awareness about the […]

Canadian Business Delegation Explores Investment Opportunities in Guyana

A Canadian business delegation, organized by the High Commission of Canada to Guyana, is currently visiting the country from October 14 to 17, 2025, to explore investment opportunities and strengthen trade ties between the two nations. The delegation comprises representatives from five Canadian companies: Bionetix International, Sprig Learning Inc., 4Pay Inc., FreeBalance Inc., and E-Magic […]