POLITICS

PPP/C gears up for “high-energy” campaign launch and nomination day

July 13, 2025 Editor

Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues, has described the days leading up to the People’s Progressive Party/Civic’s (PPP/C) campaign launch and Nomination Day as “two high-energy days,” marked by excitement, unity, and strong public support. Speaking on Thursday on Guyana Dialogue, she said the party is fully mobilised, with tens of […]

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CRIME

Guyana sees reduction in serious crimes and traffic accidents – Top Cop

July 13, 2025 Editor

There has been a notable reduction in the number of serious crimes and traffic accidents, according to Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken. “As we speak, we have seen a 29% reduction in serious crime alongside a 62.1% clear-up rate,” he said, commending the police ranks while addressing the Guyana Police Force’s (GPF) 186th Anniversary Awards […]

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POLITICS

GPF commits to ensuring a peaceful, secure and democratic electoral process

July 13, 2025 Editor

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) is committed to ensuring a peaceful, secure, and democratic electoral process. This assurance was given by Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken while addressing the GPF’s 186th Anniversary Awards Ceremony on Friday. “As we look to the horizon, the Guyana Police Force stands firmly anchored in progress, purpose, and preparedness; and […]

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BUSINESS

Zayd’s lemonade sale raises $9M for animal welfare

July 12, 2025 Editor

First Son Zayd Ali has raised $9 million in his second lemonade sale. The funds were immediately handed over to eight animal shelters and organisations. The event was held on Friday on the lawns of the State House, where hundreds of people gathered to enjoy an afternoon in the sun with several planned activities for […]

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EDUCATION

Reimbursement for 2025 CSEC and CAPE exam fees set to begin on July 14

July 11, 2025 Editor

The Government of Guyana will begin reimbursing parents or guardians of students who sat the Caribbean Secondary Education Council (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) exams in May/June 2025. This was announced in a post on the Ministry of Education’s Facebook page. Both public and private school students will benefit from this initiative. Candidates […]

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TECHNOLOGY

Over 132,000 Guyanese access high-speed internet through gov’t’s WiFiGY programme

July 11, 2025 Editor

More than 132,000 residents are benefiting from the Government of Guyana’s high-speed WiFiGY service, which utilises low-earth-orbiting satellites. According to a recent post on the Office of the Prime Minister’s page, the initiative now delivers reliable internet speeds exceeding 200 megabits per second. The WiFiGY Programme was established by the Government to bridge the digital […]

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COURT

Driver involved in Bel Air hit-and-run accident remanded 

July 11, 2025 Editor

A driver was remanded to prison on Friday after being charged in connection with the fatal accident involving 16-year-old Kimberley Jones of Bel Air Village. Paul Mahabal, 33, a businessman from Montrose, East Coast Demerara (ECD), appeared before Magistrate Michelle Matthias at the Weldaad Magistrates’ Court. Mahabal faces two charges: failing to render assistance and […]

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CRIME

Security guard, who allegedly robbed Fantasy Game Lounge of $13.1M arrested

July 11, 2025 Editor

Rakameem Nicholas, the 21-year-old security guard wanted for the $13.1 million armed robbery at the Fantasy Game Lounge in Giftland Mall, Turkeyen, East Coast Demerara (ECD), was arrested last evening at KK Villa on Lime Street, Werk-en-Rust. Detectives from the CID’s anti-crime patrol acted on information and apprehended Nicholas around 19:00 hours on Thursday. The […]

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POLITICS

GDF capability strengthened with new $711M aircraft

July 11, 2025 Editor

The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) has further strengthened its capabilities with the addition of a Tecnam P2012 aircraft valued at $711.6 million (€2.9 million). The aircraft was commissioned on Thursday evening at the GDF hangar at Eugene F. Correia International Airport. President Dr. Irfaan Ali described the acquisition as a significant investment. He highlighted that […]

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CRIME

Family demands justice after teen killed in Bel Air hit-and-run accident

July 11, 2025 Editor

The family of 16-year-old Kimberley Jones of Bel Air, West Coast Berbice, is seeking justice after she was struck by a car. According to police, on the evening of July 8, 2025, Kimberley was crossing the Bel Air Public Road when motorcar PAF 2130, driven by 32-year-old Paul Mahabal, hit her. The impact threw her […]

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