Aug 26, 2025
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Joint Services fortifying national defence
The Joint Services are fortifying national defence through enhanced border security, modernised policing strategies, and coordinated intelligence systems. This was highlighted during the season finale…
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Safer communities: Mahaicony Police Station, regional command centre commissioned
Safer communities: Mahaicony Police Station, regional command centre commissioned The Mahaicony Police Station, built at a cost of $111.8 million, replaces an old wooden structure…
APNU solicits Wakenaam votes
A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) yesterday told residents of the island of Wakenaam about its inclusive governance policy, despite the location being a majority…
Murder-suicide rocks Charlotte Street
A quiet Tuesday on Charlotte Street descended into horror when what police believe to be a murder-suicide claimed the lives of a mother and father,…
ERC urges political leaders, supporters to discourage hostility toward opponents
The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) on Tuesday called on political leaders and supporters to respect freedom of association and discourage hostility towards their opponents. The…
GCCI urges political parties to refrain from inciteful election claims
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) on Tuesday urged political parties to desist from making inflammatory statements that could undermine Guyana’s electoral process.…
Dr Jagdeo: Pace of transformation to double in next five years
The pace of transformation will double in the next five years, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo said on Monday evening. Addressing a gathering of supporters…
Improving connectivity: $11B Diamond-Buzz Bee Dam Highway commissioned
The new $11 billion highway linking Diamond to Buzz Bee Dam, part of the government’s push to modernise infrastructure, cut travel times and reduce congestion…
Guyana U-16 chess team returns from Colombia after a creditable performance
Guyana Team Coach Anthony Drayton believes the country’s four-member U-16 team delivered a strong performance against tough Latin American opponents at the FIDE World Youth…
GECOM CEO says replacements sought after presiding officers decline roles
Several appointed presiding officers have declined their positions, prompting the elections commission to seek replacements, Chief Elections Officer Vishnu Persaud said on Monday. Persaud told…
Commonwealth elections observer team arrives in Guyana
An 11-member Commonwealth Observer Group has arrived in Guyana to monitor the upcoming General and Regional Elections scheduled for September 1, 2025. The mission follows…
Modern Prison Service Headquarters opens at Lusignan
The Government of Guyana, through the Ministry of Home Affairs, on Monday officially opened the new Guyana Prison Service Headquarters at Lusignan, marking what officials…
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…
Over 160 adoptions approved in past five years
The Childcare and Protection Agency has finalised 166 adoptions and placed 173 children in foster care since 2020, the Ministry of Human Services and Social…
Boost to tourism and travel: CJIA breaks ground on second terminal
The Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) has officially commenced construction on its second terminal, marking the largest expansion since its original modernisation project. The development…
Women entrepreneurs get much-needed support
Women entrepreneurs received support for their businesses on Friday, as the Women’s Innovation and Investment Network (WIIN) hosted a Women in Business Support Day initiative.…
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…
Kitty man dies in Mocha accident
A 60-year-old man died on Sunday after his motorcycle collided with a car on Mocha Access Road, East Bank Demerara, police said. The victim, identified…