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Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Timehri prison set to undergo massive renovation

As part of its commitment and effort to ensure that prisons around Guyana are of an acceptable standard, the Ministry of Public Security has...

Canadian consortium among bidders shortlisted for gas-to-shore project

  A Canadian consortium of firms is among the bidders who have been shortlisted for the construction of the transformational Gas-to-Shore Project, for which the...

Bandit dies 1 day after being shot during robbery spree

Andrew Newyear who was shot during a police operation on Thursday morning has succumbed to his injuries while receiving medical attention at the Georgetown...

Govt plans to procure additional 30-40 megawatts of power by year-end 

See full statement from the Office of the Prime Minister:  Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret'd), the Honourable Mark Phillips, convened a special meeting with parliamentary committee...

Consultation, adequate planning critical before span nine installation – Edghill

The installation of the Demerara Harbour Bridge’s (DHB) ‘span nine’ is a massive undertaking that requires adequate preparatory measures. Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan...

Covid: Most hospitalised persons are unvaccinated – Health Minister

With 90 persons currently hospitalised with the novel coronavirus, Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony says majority of them are unvaccinated. "The majority of people we...

Still no trace of missing CAD $3000

Two families have now been torn apart following allegations that almost CAD $3,000 went ‘missing’ after a Canadian citizen reported to police ranks that...

Sophia man found dead in Quamina St hotel

The body of 46-year-old Omar Ally was found on Friday in a room at the Quamina Guest House, Quamina Street, Georgetown shortly after a...

‘We are not going to let our guards down’ – VP Jagdeo on Venezuela’s...

Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo today assured that the Government of Guyana remains vigilant as President of Venezuela Nicolas Maduro promulgates the “Organic Law...

Locked away: Life of prisoners on Christmas Day

By Vahnu Manikchand The Christmas holiday is usually when persons spend time and make memories with their families and loved-ones. However, there are some because...

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No progress without the working-class – GAWU

GAWU’s President, Seepaul Narine Labour Day address 2024 Comrades, on this momentous occasion of Labour Day, the Guyana Agricultural and General Workers Union (GAWU) extends...

GPF acquires modern ‘crime scene’ vehicle to improve crime-solving efforts 

With the recent acquisition of a cutting-edge crime scene vehicle, the Guyana Police Force has taken a monumental step towards fortifying its crime-solving prowess. This...

Opposition’s case to remove Jagdeo from Parliament “premature” – Nandlall

  Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall on Tuesday criticised legal action filed by Opposition Members of Parliament to remove Vice President...

$4.1B money laundering case against father, son discharged

    Money laundering charges against Kenneth Kellawan Ramnarine and his son, Damian Brandon Ramnarine were dismissed by Magistrate Rhondel Weaver after she upheld a no-case...

GRA’s false declarations scandal: ExxonMobil cuts ties with brokers, taking steps to avoid reoccurrence

  Days after reports emerged that the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) had flagged false declarations on oil well equipment imported on behalf of ExxonMobil, the...

Soesdyke Junction to Timehri Road to be upgraded into 4-lane

The government is planning to upgrade the two-lane road from the Linden/Soesdyke Junction to Timehri Police Station into a four-lane carriageway. This initiative was announced...

Labour Day 2024: More than 23% in across-the-board salary increases paid to public servants...

  On the occasion of Labour Day 2024, President Dr. Irfaan Ali revealed that more than 23 per cent in across-the-board salary increases have been...

Edghill leads Guyana delegation at ICAO’s symposium in Punta Cana

A delegation from Guyana comprising Minister of Public Works, Hon. Bishop Juan Edghill, and Mr. Saheed Sulaman, Deputy Director General of the Guyana Civil...

Labour Day an opportunity to reflect on solidarity among workers of different backgrounds –...

See full statement from the Ethnic Relations Commission:  The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) extends heartfelt appreciation to all Guyanese as we celebrate Labour Day, a...

Labour Day Message: PPP says it remains steadfastly committed to welfare of workers

See full statement from the Peoples Progressive Party: On the occasion of Labour Day, the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) extends best wishes to all workers...