Police Service Commission to be in place by year-end- Govt
....As President stands by halting promotions even though Court ruled that Constitution was breached
As the clock winds down towards the end of the year,...
Almost 1 year on: Fmr Wales Estate workers bemoan lack of employment, severance
By Shemuel Fanfair
It is approaching one year since the Wales Sugar Estate on the West Bank of Demerara ceased operating on December 31, 2016,...
US$18M oil bonus: Civil society body to sue Govt for holding monies outside of...
A civil society body is expected to take to court, this week, the Government of Guyana over its decision to stash in a special...
President says reports of corruption will be investigated
President David Granger has said he does not know of any corruption existing within the administration he heads, even though Government’s accountability and transparency...
Guyana-Venezuela border controversy: President confident Guyana ‘on good ground’
President David Granger said he is prepared to meet with the United Nations (UN) Secretary-General (SG) once again to ensure the final resolution of...
$267.1B Budget passed without US$18M signing bonus included
-Opposition signals intention to file legal challenge
The National Assembly late on Friday afternoon approved the $267.1billion budget for 2018 despite concerns from the Opposition...
President says only legal challenge or advice could result in transfer of US$18M oil...
By Micheal Younge
President David Granger today refused to accept that his Government committed a criminal act when it failed to deposit a whopping $US18M...
PPP’s motion to include US$18M oil bonus in 2018 Budget dismissed by Speaker
-Illegality being perpetrated by the House if monies not incorporated - Jagdeo
The People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) on Friday in the National Assembly advanced...
No concrete plan for future of GuySuCo
…Negotiations still ongoing for payment of retrenched workers
By Michael Younge
The Peoples National Congress-led A Partnership for National Unity and Alliance for Change Government...
Nominees to fill substantive position of top Judicial officials identified- says President
Nominees for two top judicial positions have already been identified and could be appointed with the approval of the Leader of the Opposition.
This is...
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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...
GCCI blasts authorities for lack of action against reckless truck drivers
See full statement from the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI):
Consternation at the inadequate management of the road usage by heavy duty trucks
The...