Lindeners vote in numbers at LGE
Eligible voters from Linden in Region 10 reportedly came out in their numbers to exercise their franchise today as they exercised their democratic right...
Smooth, peaceful polls but low voter turnout – so far for today’s LGE
The much-anticipated Local Government polls opened this morning after a 19-year-absence but the expected hype was marred by a disappointingly low turnout by eligible...
HISTORIC…Voting underway in local polls
Guyanese are currently in the process of voting in what is being deemed a “historic” 2016 Local Government Elections which could re-shape the local...
Gov’t, Opposition appeal to eligible voters to ‘go out and vote tomorrow’
The coalition APNU/AFC Government and Opposition PPP/C have issued ‘last-minute’ calls for eligible Guyanese in general and party supporters in particular to go out tomorrow and...
APNU withdraws support from Candidate accused of child molestation
In light of the controversy regarding allegations being made of child molestation against an APNU/AFC Candidate contesting a Constituency seat in the Georgetown Municipality,...
Teixeira slams PM’s “spurious justification” for Parliament recess
Opposition’s Chief Whip, Gail Teixeira today slammed the APNU/AFC Government over what she referred to as the “untenable decision by the government” to have...
President says all levels of Gov’t must work together for Region 9 development
President David Granger, over the past weekend, visited Lethem, Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo (Region 9) to meet with residents of the region and members of the...
PPP says its supporters mobilised, excited and ready to ‘cast punishment vote against APNU+AFC’...
The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) said it is pleased with the response of its supporters as regards its call for maximum mobilisation and participation...
Guyana will take up U.S. offer on Roger Khan’s testimony – Granger
The Guyana Government has indicated that if local investigations into the narcotics trade reveal any link to self-confessed druglord Shaheed Roger Khan, then it...
March 18 is not a holiday – Gov’t declares
Given the traditional low voter turn-out, March 18, the date for Local Government Elections (LGE), is unlikely to be declared a national holiday. This...
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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...