TRAGEDY

Man Who Was Reported Missing Turns Up Dead

October 13, 2025 Staff Reporter

Police in Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) are investigating the death of 40-year-old Heion Ramnauth, whose body was discovered partially submerged in a koker at Cullen, Essequibo Coast, early Sunday morning. Ramnauth, of Cullen, Essequibo, was reported missing on Saturday, October 11, 2025. His body was discovered the following morning in the early hours. It is alleged […]

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FINANCE

Two major gold mines to resume production by 2027 – President Ali

October 13, 2025 Staff Reporter

President Dr. Irfaan Ali has announced that by 2027, Guyana will see the return of two large-scale gold mines to full production, pushing national output to more than one million ounces annually. Speaking at a recent public engagement, the President said the revival of the two major operations will signal another phase of Guyana’s economic […]

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INFRASTRUCTURE

President Ali outlines plan for regional data sovereignty hub, advanced digital infrastructure

October 13, 2025 Staff Reporter

President Dr. Irfaan Ali on Saturday announced plans for the establishment of a regional data sovereignty hub in Guyana, as part of his government’s long-term vision to position the country at the center of digital transformation across the Caribbean and Latin America. Speaking at a recent event, the President said the initiative forms part of […]

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Feature

SENIOR OFFICER JOINS GLOBAL MILITARY LEADERS AT NETHERLANDS DEFENCE COLLEGE

October 13, 2025 Staff Reporter

The Chief of Defence Staff, Officers, and Ranks of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) extend congratulations to Lieutenant Colonel Keith Watts, MEM, on his successful completion of the International Military Cooperation Course (IMCC) at the Netherlands Defence College, Majoor Jan Linzel Complex, Brasserskade, The Hague. The IMCC is a highly regarded programme designed to sharpen […]

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CRIME

96 women killed in domestic violence since 2020

October 13, 2025 Staff Reporter

Since 2020, 96 women in Guyana have been killed in acts of domestic violence, a number that Human Services and Social Security Minister, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, says continues to haunt her despite national efforts to stop the abuse. The data show that 19 women were killed in 2020, 14 in 2021, 21 in 2022, 18 […]

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UNGATEGORIZED

APNU SAYS MOHAMED NEEDS TO COME CLEAN

October 13, 2025 Staff Reporter

SEE FULL STATEMENT BELOW FROM APNU: It would be remiss of the APNU Coalition not to publicly state its position on the recent indictment of designated Leader of the Opposition Azruddin Mohamed and his father Nazar by a US federal court on eleven (11) charges of massive tax fraud and on the accusation by the […]

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CRIME

Neighbours’ dispute turns violent at East Bank traffic stop

October 13, 2025 Staff Reporter

Police are investigating a wounding incident at Coverden, East Bank Demerara, which left a couple and their 18-month-old granddaughter nursing knife injuries allegedly inflicted by a neighbour during a confrontation in traffic on Friday afternoon. The victims have been identified as 53-year-old housewife Indira Thomas, her husband William Thomas, a 68-year-old businessman, and their granddaughter. […]

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OIL & GAS

Chevron making strides in Guyana-Suriname Basin

October 13, 2025 Staff Reporter

In a significant development for the Guyana-Suriname Basin, Chevron is poised to drill the Korikori-1 exploration well in Block 5, offshore Suriname this month. The announcement comes amid continuing ramp-ups in Chevron’s involvement in Guyana’s petroleum sector after its recent acquisition of Hess Corporation. According to Staatsolie, Suriname’s national oil company, Chevron will begin drilling […]

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POLITICS

Amerindian Affairs Ministry to focus on on-the-ground leadership and village development

October 13, 2025 Staff Reporter

The Ministry of Amerindian Affairs will be spending more time working in Amerindian villages and less time in offices as part of a renewed focus on on-the-ground leadership. Director-General Sonia Latchman said the ministry’s team, led by Minister Sarah Browne-Shadeek, will work closely with communities to implement projects that improve the lives of Indigenous people […]

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FINANCE

GMSA raises concern over port delays in Trinidad affecting local businesses

October 13, 2025 Staff Reporter

The Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA) has raised concerns about ongoing port congestion and shipping delays in Trinidad, saying the situation is hurting local businesses that depend on timely imports and exports. In a statement this week, the association said the disruptions have slowed the movement of goods to and from Guyana, creating serious […]

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