Sep 13, 2025
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New Demerara River Bridge set to open by month-end
The long-awaited New Demerara River Bridge will open to vehicular traffic before the end of the month, President Irfaan Ali said today. During a visit…
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Gunraj, Ramkissoon, Jacobs and Ally tipped for ministerial posts
At least four newcomers are expected to join the Cabinet as President Dr Irfaan Ali begins shaping his second-term government, sources told Ignite News. Vikash…
19-year-old granted bail on child pornography charge
A 19-year-old Cummingsburg resident was on Friday granted bail after being charged with possession of child pornography when he appeared before the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts.…
Terrence Campbell will lead APNU slate in Parliament
The A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) has confirmed that prominent businessman Terrence Campbell will be leading its 12-member minority opposition team in the National…
AAG shortlists eight athletes for Junior Pan American Games
The Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG) has shortlisted eight athletes for the under-20 Pan American Games, scheduled to be held in Colombia from October 3…
New permanent secretaries appointed at Agriculture, Tourism, Foreign Affairs and Human Services Ministries
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has appointed four new Permanent Secretaries as part of his government’s plan to modernide public service delivery. The appointments…
CARICOM condemns Israeli strike in Qatar
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has strongly condemned the recent Israeli strike on residential premises in Doha, Qatar. In a statement, CARICOM said the act of…
US ambassador: IBC provides platform for deeper US-Caribbean trade ties
The upcoming International Business Conference (IBC) in Guyana will provide a platform to strengthen trade between the United States and the Caribbean, US Ambassador Nicole…
Suicide awareness: ’Every life is important’, says Golden Om Dharmic Youth Organisation
The Golden Om Dharmic Youth Organisation in Region Six held a candlelight vigil and walk on Wednesday to mark Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, calling for…
Life of Amerindian trailblazer Stephen Campbell celebrated
The Umana Yana was the stage of light, colour, and reflection on Wednesday night as Guyana paid tribute to Stephen Campbell, the nation’s first Indigenous…
Guyana, Mexico celebrate 51 years of diplomatic ties
Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips on Thursday reaffirmed Guyana’s commitment to deepening ties with Mexico as the two countries marked 51 years of diplomatic…
Families homeless as massive fire ravages James Street, Albouystown
A devastating fire tore through James Street, Albouystown, on Thursday, destroying several homes and leaving multiple families homeless. According to the Guyana Fire Service, six…
MMG to roll out major digital upgrade in October
Mobile Money Guyana (MMG) said on Thursday it will launch a major digital upgrade on October 6, 2025, promising stronger security, simpler transactions, and new…
One Communications calls for action as cable vandalism leaves North Georgetown without service
A major section of North and Central Georgetown was left without service between Wednesday night and Thursday morning after thieves targeted communications cables, in what…
GCCI, THAG join forces to push sustainable tourism, environmental stewardship
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) and the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)…
Joint Services members honoured for exemplary service during elections
President Dr Irfaan Ali on Thursday conferred Joint Services medals to personnel who performed exceptionally in disaster relief, humanitarian operations, and during this year’s elections,…
Residents urge swift repairs to collapsed section at Dennis and Middleton Streets
Urgent works have commenced at the collapsed section of Dennis and Middleton Streets in Georgetown, with residents calling for swift action to restore the busy…
Paul Daby Jr. released on $1M bail amid shooting investigation
Paul “Randell” Daby Jr. was released on $1 million bail earlier today following a 72-hour detention in connection with an ongoing police investigation into a…