CDC Backs ExxonMobil Oil Spill Simulation to Test National Readiness

The Civil Defence Commission (CDC) has strengthened its role in Guyana’s disaster preparedness by participating in a large-scale, multi-agency oil spill response exercise hosted by ExxonMobil Guyana, which commenced on Tuesday and concludes today at the Guyana Marriott Hotel. The drill, facilitated by The Response Group (TRG), simulates offshore spill scenarios to test coordination, communications, […]

7Air and Air Cargo Pack Launch Direct Miami–Georgetown Cargo Route to Boost Guyanese Trade

A new air cargo link between Miami and Georgetown was announced in early October by U.S.-based 7Air Cargo, in partnership with Guyana’s Air Cargo Pack (Guyana) Inc., a move aimed at accelerating trade flows to and from the rapidly growing Guyanese economy. The route will operate using Boeing 737-800 freighter aircraft, establishing a direct cargo […]

Guyana defends $100M parking meter case before International Tribunal

Guyana has wrapped up its defence in the $100 million arbitration case brought by Smart City Solutions (SCS) over the controversial Georgetown parking meter project. The hearings were conducted before the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) in Paris. Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, S.C., led Guyana’s delegation to […]

Nandlall thanks voters, congratulates President Ali on second term

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, S.C., has expressed gratitude to supporters of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) for returning the government to office following the recent elections. Speaking on the return of his weekly programme, Issues in the News, Nandlall thanked viewers, listeners, and supporters locally and abroad for their patience […]

Constitutional Reform Commission to resume, says AG -Legislative changes expected to reflect new parliamentary makeup

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, SC, has confirmed that the work of the Constitutional Reform Commission will resume now that the national elections have concluded. Speaking on his weekly programme Issues in the News, Nandlall explained that the Commission, which consists of ten members- five representing the Government and five from […]

East Canje home break-in

The home of a teacher was broken into in East Canje, Berbice, on Tuesday. Shaleelza Ramcharan, 35, lives with her husband and two children at Lot 80 East Canefield Settlement, East Canje, Berbice. Shaleelza told reporters that at approximately 7:30 a.m., her husband and children left for work and school. She said when she returned […]