Oct 9, 2025
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Elderly man remanded on rape charge involving minor in Region Six
A 62-year-old man, Pooran Bridglall, was on Wednesday remanded to prison after being charged with the sexual assault of a child under 15 years old.…
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Defence Headquarters dominates GDF Annual Athletics Championship
Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has asserted its dominance at the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) Annual Athletics Championship, leading the competition as the event enters its penultimate…
Guyana’s Human Rights Law Course sees record demand as 2025 programme launches
Guyana’s locally developed International Human Rights Law Certificate Programme has returned for its second year, attracting unprecedented interest with over 1,000 applications for only 300…
Minister Parag inspects sites for UG Medical School expansion in Region Six
Yesterday, Hon. Sonia Parag, Minister of Education, visited potential locations in Region Six to assess spaces that could be used as classrooms for students eligible…
CJIA, Caribbean Airlines investigate bribery allegations; emphasize service integrity
The Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) is taking allegations of bribery and extortion regarding overweight baggage fees for Caribbean Airlines very seriously. The airport confirmed…
Leaders and project team honoured for completion of Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge
An evening of appreciation was hosted at the Royal Hotel, Mandela Avenue, to celebrate the successful completion of the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge —…
GPL Signs US$15.6M Contract with InterEnergy Group to Modernise Power Infrastructure
The Guyana Power and Light Incorporated (GPL) on Wednesday signed a US$15.6 million contract with InterEnergy Group for Supervisory, Engineering, and Project Management Consultancy Services…
UK export finance increases financing capacity for Guyana to £3 Billion
The British High Commission has announced that UK Export Finance (UKEF), the United Kingdom’s official export credit agency, has increased its financing capacity for Guyana…
Sarwan leads cricket development push in Hinterland under presidential sports initiative
Former West Indies Captain Ramnaresh Sarwan has begun leading a major effort to develop cricket in Guyana’s hinterland regions, under an initiative announced by His…
UG’s Dr. Duane Edwards appointed President of Caribbean Sociological Association
Dr. Duane Edwards of the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Guyana (UG) has been appointed President of the Caribbean Sociological Association (CASA),…
Guyana, UK strengthen trade and investment ties
Yesterday, Guyana’s Chief Investment Officer, Hon. Dr. Peter R. Ramsaroop, M.P., met with His Majesty’s Deputy Trade Commissioner for Latin America and the Caribbean, Mr.…
Minister Edghill commends Police for role in New Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge Project
Minister of Public Works, Hon. Bishop Juan A. Edghill, has publicly recognized the Guyana Police Force for their key contributions to the successful completion of…
Mandatory training, digital shift to modernize public service
The Government of Guyana is implementing mandatory training and a digital transformation for public service employees aimed at improving service delivery and increasing efficiency, Minister…
Guyana and Qatar finalise 2025 Red Crescent Medical Mission
The Government of Guyana has finalised plans with the Qatar Red Crescent Society for the 2025 Medical Convoys Mission, aimed at providing specialised medical care…
President Ali hosts luncheon for Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey
President Dr. Irfaan Ali hosted a luncheon at State House today in honour of the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Ms. Shirley Botchwey, who is visiting…
U.G. Women in Law Association expands, opens registration to young women
The Women in Law Association at the University of Guyana is inviting women aged 16 and older to join its growing network, a platform dedicated…