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Slowe appointed PSC Chair, says what’s in the baggage matters

Newly appointed Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC) Paul Slowe has admitted that he does have baggage but he noted that what's in...

Probe launched into mercury smuggling- Trotman

A probe has now been launched into the smuggling of mercury into Suriname by Guyanese, the Natural Resources Minster, Raphael Trotman has said. “Suriname has...

AFC says it wants to prove itself by going solo for LGE

The Alliance for Change (AFC) has opted to contest the upcoming Local Government Elections (LGE) this year to prove itself to the public and...

Migration of Nurses and Midwives in CARICOM, a cause for concern

The call for urgent action to address the migration of nurses and midwives from the Region was  made during the opening of the Forty-Fifth...

New Public Service Commission sworn-in

President David Granger on Wednesday swore-in the six members of the new Public Service Commission (PSC). The new members are: Michael Somersaul (Chairman); Mavis Benn;...

PPP LGE campaign: Concerns plaguing Essequibians addressed

In kicking off its Local Government Election (LGE) campaign in Region 2 (Pomeroon/Supenaam), the People's Progressive Party (PPP) through it General Secretary Dr Bharrat...

GRA enters final phase of Tax Amnesty

The second and final phase of the Tax Amnesty granted by the Guyana Revenue Authority will conclude on September 30, 2018 and as such,...

Majeed appointed Guyana’s first non-resident Ambassador to El Salvador

Ambassador Halim Majeed, who is concurrently accredited to the Republic of Cuba and the Dominican Republic, recently presented his Letters of Credence to the...

APNU+AFC coalition not in jeopardy says President on LGE split

The move by the Alliance for Change (AFC) to contest the Local Government Elections (LGE) alone will in no way impact the coalition This is...

GuySuCo gets new CEO, Board to be installed soon- Harmon

Dr Harold Davis Jr has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuCo). Minister of State, Joseph Harmon informed the media...

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Colours of India store on fire

Colours of India, a popular Indian clothing store located at Bath Settlement, Region Five (Mahaica-Berbice) is on fire. Firefighters are currently battling the blaze. INews will...

DEMTOCO announces after-tax-profit of $2.27B amid rise in cigarette smuggling

At the 90th Annual General Meeting held today at the Marriott Hotel, Demerara Tobacco Company Limited (DEMTOCO), a leader in the tobacco industry, shared...

CARICOM should explore joint legislation to improve cricket governance – Pres. Ali

Chairman of CARICOM and President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has signalled a call for common legislation in the region to streamline and strengthen the...

Guyana partners with World Bank to modernise TVET sector

The Ministry of Education has embarked on aligning TVET with current and future labor market demands at both secondary and post-secondary education levels. A critical...

Brazil to lend expertise to Guyana in fighting wildfires

In light of the recent wildfires which have devastated several areas across the country, the Guyana Government has solicited assistance from Brazil for training...

Essequibo resident, Vera Florence, celebrates 100th birthday

Nestled in the heart of Queenstown, a remarkable soul celebrates 100 years on earth. Vera Florence Venture, a name synonymous with resilience and community...

Over 3,000 persons already registered for PPP/C Congress – GS Jagdeo

The 32nd Congress of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) is set for May 3-5, 2024 at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre. The Congress is the...

Over 190 families squatting at East Coast, East Bank relocated this year – Croal

The government has relocated over 190 families who were squatting in the Success Housing Scheme, East Coast Demerara, and the riverbank along the East...

Jagdeo raps G/town city council for dereliction of duty

General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has flayed the Mayor and City Council (M&CC) of Georgetown for its abject neglect...

T&T’s trade mission seeks investment opportunities locally

A visiting trade mission from Trinidad and Tobago has been informed of the numerous, endless opportunities Guyana has to offer in various sectors. The 19-member...