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Previous attempts to audit UG’s finances faced staunch resistance – auditor

The announcement that an audit will be conducted into the University of Guyana (UG) is a welcome one for anti-corruption advocate Christopher Ram, who...

Vigilance Magistrate’s Court now equipped with video recording system

In an effort to improve the delivery of justice all across the country, the Vigilance Magistrate’s Court has become the first on the East...

Covid-19 death toll climbs to 229

The Ministry of Health (MOH) regrettably informs that as of March 28, 2021, two more persons who tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)...

No electoral advantage for political parties with proposed changes to RoPA – AG

Proposed amendments to the Representation of the People Act (RoPA) that are currently the subject of national stakeholder consultations, are in no way, shape...

$205.8M Japanese grant to boost COVID-19 fight

Guyana’s ability to fight the coronavirus (COVID-19) will be boosted with a $205.8 million (US $1,029,000) grant from the Government of Japan. This was disclosed...

Holder falls, Roach rises in ICC bowling rankings

West Indies captain, Jason Holder, has fallen two places in the latest ICC Test bowling rankings released Wednesday following his side’s massive loss to...

Man who broke into EBE poultry farm killed by armed security guard

An unemployed youth who was before the courts on a charge of breaking and entering and larceny was on Saturday killed after he reportedly...

Construction worker critical after collision with motorcar

A 41-year-old man is now in a critical condition after the motorcycle he was riding collided with a motorcar which was speeding away after...

Guyana exports 500,000 ounces of gold so far this year

Guyana’s mineral exports are up after a rollercoaster year, with 500,000 ounces of gold estimated to have been exported so far for this year...

Fire ravages Alexander Village house

At least one house was completely gutted and two others were severely damaged after a fire erupted in Alexander Village, Georgetown on Sunday evening. The...

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Evaluation criteria for contractors should be revised – Jagdeo

The evaluation criteria employed by the National Procurement and Tender Administration Board (NPTAB) for contractors should be revised to allow new companies to bid...

Govt ‘not desperately looking to sell’ Marriott Hotel – Jagdeo

The government may have to reopen bids for the sale of the Guyana Marriott Hotel at Kingston, Georgetown following the passing of the highest...

Massy Motors becomes authorised distributor of Mahindra vehicles in Guyana

See full statement from Massy Motors:  Mahindra, a global leader in automotive industry, has announced its partnership with Massy Motors. This collaboration marks the beginning...

Duo charged over solar panels stolen from school in Bartica

Two men have been charged in relation to the theft of solar panels from the Two Miles Primary School in Bartica, Region Seven.  Shawn Caesar,...

Miner dies after he was unable to get help, days after tree fell on...

See full statement from the Guyana Police Force:  Police in Regional Division #7 are currently investigating an incident that resulted in the death of Sherman...

GTI hosts “Jill of All Trades” exhibition

The Government Technical Institute (GTI) on Thursday hosted "Jill of All Trades" exhibition, at the GTI campus in Georgetown. Hosted under the theme “Promoting Females...

Fire destroys sections of Linden Market

A fire of unknown origin last night erupted at the Linden Municipal Market in Region Ten (Upper Demerara-Berbice), destroying several stalls. The fire began at...

Fire Service to use statistical analysis to expand, better protect communities

The Guyana Fire Service (GFS) will now be better equipped to respond to or analyse trends and areas for improvement in fire prevention and...

Guyana to launch World Premier League to elevate regional cricket brand – President Ali

Chairman of CARICOM, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has announced that the government is working with the West Indies Cricket Board and the International...

Rosehall Estate factory workers protest over nonpayment of end-of-crop bonus

Workers attached to GuySuCo’s Rosehall Estate this morning downed tools and took to the street in protest action over an apparent nonpayment of a...