May 20, 2026
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High Court registrar testifies in election fraud case on custody of SOPs, SORs
The High Court Registrar took the witness stand on Wednesday as the election fraud case continued at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court, where key electoral documents…
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Nandlall says ordinary citizens fronting political cases not exempt from costs
Attorney General Anil Nandlall has announced the government’s intention to pursue costs in the Forward Movement Guyana (FMG) failed ballot exclusion case, cautioning that ordinary…
Corentyne farmer accused of stealing cows worth $1M, granted bail
A 55-year-old cattle farmer from Corentyne, Berbice, was on Wednesday granted $300,000 bail after appearing in court on a charge of cattle larceny involving three…
Berbice fishermen survive three hours adrift after vessel goes down at sea
Four West Coast Berbice fishermen narrowly escaped death after the boat they were travelling in sank in the Atlantic Ocean during rough sea conditions on…
Former Cuban President Raul Castro is indicted in US
(Reuters) - Former Cuban President Raul Castro has been indicted in the United States, a senior Trump administration official told Reuters today, in a move…
Exploited quarry workers: ‘We need to extend help,’ says Indian High Commissioner
The High Commission of India in Guyana said it is working with the Ministry of Labour and Manpower Planning as investigations continue into the treatment…
ICJ ruling on Essequibo expected by January 2027, says Nandlall
Judgment in the highly anticipated Essequibo territorial case is likely by January 2027, as the International Court of Justice (ICJ) is expected to finally determine…
Slowing down, combating stress and reconnecting through yoga
In an age defined by constant connectivity, rising workloads and the pressures of daily life, many people are quietly struggling to keep pace. For some,…
Ashley Khalil makes triumphant return to badminton
Ashley Khalil made a remarkable return to competitive badminton after 19 years, capturing the Women’s Singles title at the 60th Independence Badminton Open at the…
First Lady among 20 women recognised at maritime awards gala
The honoured 20 women for their contributions to Guyana’s maritime industry during its 2026 Gala and Awards Ceremony, with First Lady of the Cooperative Republic…
Guyana needs a Truth and Reconciliation Commission to heal old wounds, says Bissember
Diplomat and senior lecturer at the University of Guyana Neville Bissember has called for the development of a Truth and Reconciliation Commission to address past…
New AutoCAD laboratory expands vocational training for Region Five students
The commissioning of a new AutoCAD laboratory at Bygeval Secondary School is expected to expand technical and vocational education opportunities for students across several communities…
Jagdeo: Sustainable jobs for Amerindian communities top priority
Creating sustainable employment opportunities for Amerindian communities remains a top government priority, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo told village leaders from across Region Two during an…
Region Two outreach delivers on-the-spot solutions; some matters deferred
Housing, land disputes, drainage, employment and public assistance were among the key concerns raised by residents during a government outreach led by Vice President Bharrat…
Liquidated damages, contract termination for sloppy contractors, says Minister Singh
The government will move swiftly to impose liquidated damages and, where necessary, terminate contracts when contractors fail to deliver projects on time. This warning was…
Ebola outbreak may be spreading faster than first thought, WHO doctor warns
People living close to the epicentre of a deadly Ebola outbreak have told the BBC of their fear, as the World Health Organisation (WHO) warned…