Jun 18, 2025
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Walton-Desir’s resignation comes as a surprise to Norton
Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton has confirmed the departure of key People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) member Amanza Walton-Desir. In a telephone interview with Ignite News…
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Daren Sammy talks up returning Shamar Joseph
West Indies head coach Daren Sammy is excited to see Shamar Joseph return to the international stage and was hugely impressed by the showing in…
Small contractors in Linden embracing entrepreneurship
A new era of opportunity has begun for small contractors in Linden, Region Ten, who have used government fixed-rate road contracts to launch and expand…
GECOM approves key election officers
The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has taken another step forward in its preparations for upcoming elections, with several critical administrative matters addressed during its statutory…
PNCR star politician resigns from party
Opposition MP Amanza Walton-Desir has resigned from the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR). One week ago, in a Facebook post, she criticised the lack of…
Traffic diversions implemented on East Bank Demerara to ease congestion
Public Works Minister, Bishop Juan Edghill, on Tuesday announced the implementation of critical traffic diversions along a heavily trafficked section of the East Bank Demerara…
Boys need constant monitoring, says educator
Single-parent households, lack of father’s involvement, and a school system that is not fully designed for them are some of the major issues confronting boys,…
Guyana’s oil sector strongly insulated from global price shocks, says analyst
Even if global oil prices plunge below US$50 per barrel, Guyana’s oil sector will remain in the black. That is according to financial analyst Joel…
Caribbean Creators Summit to empower Guyana’s digital talent
Young content creators in Guyana are about to receive a powerful boost to their digital ambitions. On June 21st and 22nd, the Caribbean Content Creators…
TVET fair seeks to inspire next generation of builders and innovators
With an intensified push to empower Guyana’s next generation of builders, innovators, and entrepreneurs, the Ministry of Education today opened its landmark Technical and Vocational…
AAG gears up for thrilling senior National Athletics Championships
The Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG) is promising fireworks on the track and in the field as excitement builds for this year’s Senior National Championships,…
Guyana urges Israel, Iran to avoid escalation and uphold international law
Guyana has expressed deep concern over Israel’s recent airstrike on Iran, warning that the attack risks further destabilising the Middle East and could lead to…
Experts: Boys need more positive role models
Several experts have agreed that there is currently a need for more positive role models for boys, as they navigate psychological, social, and other challenges…
Golden Generations Hub launched at Westminster
A Golden Generations Hub was launched on Monday in the village of Westminster, Region Three, marking another milestone in Guyana’s commitment to enhancing the quality…
108 Berbicians equipped with job-ready skills
Some 108 residents of Region Six are now equipped with a range of employable skills following the completion of an intense four-month training programme. The…
Wales allottees overjoyed
There was joy and anticipation as new allottees of Laurentia Catherina Phase I—part of the rapidly developing Wales Housing Scheme in Region Three—got their first…
GECOM moving ahead with elections
The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) is moving ahead with plans to host General and Regional Elections on September 1. Speaking on the television programme Starting…
Motorcyclists die in Fort Canje accident
A fatal accident on the Fort Canje Public Road in New Amsterdam, Berbice, claimed the lives of motorcyclists Junior Malcolm Matthews of Sheet Anchor, East…