Aug 25, 2025
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GECOM reports 83 per cent turnout for Disciplined Services voting
The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has confirmed that 83 per cent of eligible members of the Disciplined Services cast their ballots on August 22, during…
Politics
AFC makes big promises in manifesto
The Alliance for Change (AFC) has released its 2025 elections manifesto, outlining more than two dozen policy proposals ranging from salary increases and cash grants…
APNU promises more training, increased pay and other benefits for teachers
Member of A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) and President of the Guyana Teachers’ Union (GTU), Coretta McDonald, has promised the nation’s teachers more training…
International Business Conference 2025 earns strong backing from US ambassador
The International Business Conference Guyana 2025 (IBC Guyana 2025) has received strong support from US Ambassador Nicole Theriot, who said the October event could transform…
Former Granger advisor: Racism claims against PPP misguided, says political parties must support their base
Political veteran and former advisor to the David Granger-led administration, Fredrick McWilfred, has underscored the right of every political party to cater to the needs…
APNU takes message of better wages, safer communities to Agricola
The A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) brought its election campaign to Agricola last evening, delivering promises of better wages, safer communities, and greater wealth…
GPF top brass leads as officers cast early votes at Eve Leary
Early voting continued smoothly across the country on Friday as ranks of the Guyana Police Force began casting their ballots ahead of the upcoming General…
Voting for GDF ranks smooth, says Chief of Defence
Voting began without incident for ranks of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) as members of the Disciplined Services this morning cast their ballots ahead of…
APNU promises free house lots for Guyanese earning less than $400,000 monthly
A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) Presidential Candidate Aubrey Norton on Tuesday unveiled a housing plan aimed at providing free house lots to Guyanese aged…
Jagdeo: PPP promises are generous but realistic
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, on Thursday defended his party’s cautious approach to spending, stressing that promises to voters…
US warships may reach Venezuela coast by weekend
Three United States warships ordered to deploy off the coast of Venezuela by US President Donald Trump could arrive by the weekend, according to reports,…
Political parties court Disciplined Services votes on eve of polls
Political parties have stepped up appeals to members of the Disciplined Services ahead of Friday’s polls, promising higher salaries, housing support and improved benefits. At…
Forward Guyana Movement takes GECOM to court over alleged ballot omissions
Less than two weeks before Guyana’s 1 September General and Regional Elections, the Forward Guyana Movement (FGM), led by former APNU politician Amanza Walton-Desir, has…
GECOM: Cell phones prohibited in polling stations
The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) said on Tuesday it will prohibit the use of cell phones in polling stations during the September 1 General and…
Carter Center flags concerns ahead of elections
The Carter Center has raised concerns about Guyana’s electoral environment ahead of the country’s September 1 general and regional elections, warning that misuse of state…
PPP/C outlines roadmap: 50 per cent power cut, housing push, stronger services
A section of the gathering at the launch The document, titled “Forward Together for a Better Guyana,” places heavy emphasis on the completion of the Gas-to-Energy…