July 25, 2024

Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo on Thursday called for increased U.S. assistance in combatting the smuggling of firearms into Guyana. While he commended the Guyana Police Force and other local security agencies for their efforts and…

Paul Bahadur, a 47-year-old salesman from Canje, Berbice was found dead after a suspected drowning incident on July 23. The event occurred at the Orealla boat stelling where Bahadur had been working with a group of fellow salesmen.…

Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo reiterated on Thursday his call for public officials to comply fully with the country’s Procurement Act and to avoid undermining the government’s goal of ensuring a level playing field. Speaking to the…

Shivanie Persaud, a mother of two from Adventure, Region Two, is fervently advocating for her husband, Collin Henry, who she claims was wrongfully accused of break-and-enter and robbery. Henry, who was arrested on July 22, has been charged…

Nine orphanages are among the latest to be supported through First Lady Arya Ali’s ‘Adopt-an-Orphanage’ initiative, aimed at changing the lives of orphans by ensuring that they benefit from a future filled with opportunities. To…

A recent evaluation of Guyana's anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CFT) systems reveals significant progress but highlights ongoing challenges. The report was published by the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force…

By Vishani Ragobeer in Shandong vishani@newsroom.gy The Shandong province in China has been undergoing rapid development, evidenced by its substantial economic growth. As Guyana undergoes its own rapid transformation, the province and…

The Government of Guyana on Wednesday announced its third withdrawal for the year from the Natural Resource Fund (NRF), amounting to US$300 million. This withdrawal was made pursuant to the Natural Resource Fund (NRF) Act 2021, as amended…

A nine-member Guyanese boxing team departed today for St. Lucia to compete in the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Boxing Championship. The tournament commences Friday and concludes on Sunday. The Guyanese squad, led by…

The Bar Council of the Bar Association of Guyana on Wednesday issued a statement addressing recent public statements, particularly on social media, which have included personal attacks against judicial officers involved in ongoing or past…