May 23, 2025
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Brazilian national charged for illegal possession of gold
Osmil Costa Da Silva, a Brazilian national of 111 Mile Mahdia, Region Eight, was on Friday charged with Possession of Gold by a Person Not…
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President Ali to outline bold vision for Guyana’s future in Independence address
As Guyana prepares to celebrate its 59th year of independence on Monday, President Dr Irfaan Ali will deliver a national address from Albion, Region Six—signaling…
Prime Minister describes Norton’s presentation in House as ’most unpatriotic’
Prime Minister Mark Phillips has described Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton’s presentation in Parliament today as “most unpatriotic,” as he firmly rebuffed criticisms levelled against the…
Guyana helping Trinidad and Tobago revive rice industry
Trinidad is set to revitalise its rice industry, drawing inspiration from the significant successes of Guyana’s rice sector. A statement from the twin-island republic’s Ministry…
Offensive songs: Hits and Jams Entertainment, Baby Skello yet to meet ERC
The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) has reported that Hits and Jams Entertainment has not responded to a request to meet with the commission regarding an…
Liliendaal Pump Station doubles drainage capacity, brings relief to Thousands
Residents of several East Coast Demerara communities are now benefiting from enhanced flood protection following the recent commissioning of the $1.54 billion Liliendaal pump station.…
Guyana only country in the world that produces all the food it needs, study finds
Out of 186 countries, only Guyana produces enough food to self-sufficiently feed all its citizens without foreign imports, according to new research. The study, published…
Solar farm project to boost employment in Linden
A number of women and youth from the mining community of Linden will be empowered through employment opportunities, when the 15 megawatt solar farm facility…
Venezuela’s planned Essequibo elections a distraction from domestic troubles, says Jagdeo
Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has criticised Venezuela’s planned elections in the Essequibo region, describing the move as an attempt by the Maduro administration to…
Randy Jagdeo charged with ’Inciting Persons to Commit Treason
Randy Jagdeo, a 39-year-old resident of Lot 159 Third Street, Alexander Village, was arrested by a detective on Wednesday and charged today with Inciting Persons…
Guyanese businesses encouraged to tap into Afreximbank opportunities
President of the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI), Kathy Smith, has urged the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) to meet with organisations and businesses…
Four arrested after cocaine, cannabis found at Supenaam Waterfront
Four men were arrested on Tuesday night after police discovered over 50 grams of suspected cocaine and a smaller quantity of cannabis near the Farmer's…
Demerara Bank cuts loan rate, slashes fees
Demerara Bank has announced a major reduction in its Home Loan interest rate, now offering a competitive five per cent rate for loan amounts up…
Michelle Nicholas: ‘When women unite, they change the world’
The 25 Influential Women Leaders Award (25IWLA) recognised 25 outstanding women leaders from the public, private, and non-profit sectors at its Sixth Annual Awards Ceremony,…
Guyana Global Super League looks to fill Champions League T20 vacuum
More than 10 years after the Champions League T20 — a tournament that brought domestic T20 franchises together — a similar tournament that was successfully…
Contract signed for US$22.58M 15-megawatt solar farm in Linden
Linden is leading the way in sustainable energy, as a contract was signed today for the establishment of a 15-megawatt solar farm in the community.…
Minister Benn ‘talks up’ need for diversity in security forces
Home Affairs Minister Robeson Benn has reiterated the importance of diversity within the country’s security forces. He stressed the point during his presentation on the…
Boosting efficiency in justice: Five Court of Appeal judges sworn in
Five judges were today appointed to the Court of Appeal and will begin work on tackling the backlog of cases. Justice Jo-Ann Barlow, Justice…