Mar 28, 2025
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Body of two-year-old boy found in septic tank
The lifeless body of Delvor Ron Forde, a two-year-old boy from Lot 359 Tabatinga, Lethem, Central Rupununi, was discovered in a septic tank today. According…
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Notorious ’wanted man’ Vishal Anauge arrested
Vishal Anauge, called "Ghan", a 30-year-old unemployed resident of Adventure, Essequibo Coast, who was wanted by the police for a series of 'Break and Enter…
Strathspey Bridge collapse leads to traffic diversions
Commuters have been advised to follow alternate routes following the closure of the Strathspey Bridge on the Railway Embankment due to ongoing construction. Motorists travelling…
Housing backlog to significantly reduce by mid-year
All outstanding housing applications from various regions, with the exception of Region Four, will be addressed by mid-2025, said Housing and Water Minister Collin Croal.…
Guyana inspiring region to focus on food security
Guyana continues to perform exceptionally well in the agricultural sector, inspiring several Caribbean partners to place greater emphasis on food security. The Caribbean Community (CARICOM)…
US aid to support host nation priorities
The United States of America (US) is not stepping away from the foreign aid business but will implement a new approach to how funds are…
Gov’t, Linden Town Council to discuss bridge toll
The government is expected to meet with the Linden Mayor and Town Council (LM&TC) after concerns were raised over possible revenue loss following the announcement…
USS Normandy, GDFS Shahoud conduct maritime exercise
Deployed to strengthen maritime partnerships in the Caribbean, the US Navy Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) conducted a passing exercise (PASSEX) with the…
Dr Ramsammy re-elected GPHC Chairman
Dr Leslie Ramsammy was re-elected Chairman of the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) on Thursday following the inaugural meeting of its newly appointed Board of…
Greater scrutiny against illegal immigration
While Guyana and the US signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Thursday to enhance cooperation in various areas of national interest, including security, US…
’Melly Mel’ released on US$7,500 bond
Guyanese social media activist Melissa “Melly Mel” Atwell-Holder was released today on a US$7,500 bond following a two-week detention by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement…
Minister Singh to assist in resolving NIS issues in Berbice
Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance and Public Service, Dr Ashni Singh, will visit Berbice to resolve issues relating…
US$35M injected into banking sector to address foreign currency concerns
The Bank of Guyana has injected US$35 million into the local banking sector to address concerns about foreign currency shortages, Vice President and General Secretary…
Chinese national charged with several of counts money laundering
Chinese national Ying Xin Su, a 30-year-old travel agent who was previously charged with unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition without a licence, was…
Jagdeo: Rubio’s visit signals stronger Guyana-US relations
Guyana’s Vice President and General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has expressed his satisfaction with US Secretary of State Marco…
Guyana, US sign MoU to strengthen security, economic cooperation
Guyana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Todd, and US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed…