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“GECOM will be its own worst enemy” – PPP disappointed after meeting

– The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) says that after a recent meeting with the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) it was left none the...

“Suicide is a difficult problem to solve” – President Granger

By Fareeza Haniff – Guyana has seen its fair share of suicides with the country being labelled with the highest suicide rate in the...

Opposition dismisses Code of Conduct as “farcical”

By Jomo Paul – Days after the draft Code of Conduct for Ministers, Parliamentarians and other officer bearers was released, the People’s Progressive Party...

Deputy Speaker? PPP “not interested”

By Jomo Paul – The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) has made it clear that it is not interested in nominating someone to occupy the...

Gov’t cannot afford to place counselors at every school

By Fareeza Haniff – The APNU+AFC government cannot afford to place a counselor at each and every school across the country, according to Head...

President Granger calls for a “world at peace” at Remembrance Day ceremony

- President David Granger joined with Veterans, members of the Cabinet, the Joint Services, the diplomatic community and a large number of Guyanese...

APNU+AFC Region 6 Head Councillor resigns

- Head Councillor for the A Partnership for National Unity and Alliance for Change (APNU/AFC) has tendered his resignation from the Regional Democratic...

President supports Nov. 10 as Diwali date

By Fareeza Haniff – Head of State, David Granger has thrown his support behind the decision of Public Security Minister, Khemraj Ramjattan to have...

No confidence motion passed against Dr Ramayya at RDC meeting

- Councillors of the People’s Progressive Party sitting on the Region 6 Regional Democratic Council moved a no confidence motion against the Regional...

No lavish gifts or significant gambling for Gov’t Ministers – draft Code of Conduct...

– The Draft Code of Conduct for Ministers, Parliamentarians and Public Office Holders has been released and touts the possible termination from the...

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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...