Sep 15, 2025
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Mayor calls for emergency maintenance as two injured in Mackenzie-Wismar bridge collapse
Two people are nursing injuries after a section of the wooden decking on the southern side of the Mackenzie-Wismar Bridge collapsed at approximately 18:30 hrs…
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US Ambassador: More US brand name companies got eyes on Guyana
Guyana’s growing economy remains a beacon for business investments, with more United States (US) companies expected to establish a presence here. This is according to…
Crabwood Creek woman brutally killed during argument with husband
Police in Region Six are investigating the brutal killing of a 36-year-old woman at Grant Crabwood Creek, Corentyne, Berbice, on Sunday morning. The deceased has…
Oneidge Walrond tipped to move to Home Affairs in Cabinet reshuffle
Tourism, Industry and Commerce Minister Oneidge Walrond is expected to be appointed Minister of Home Affairs as President Irfaan Ali prepares to reshuffle his Cabinet,…
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…
England 304 for 2; Salt 141* sets up crushing 146-run victory
England 304 for 2 (Salt 141*, Buttler 83) beat South Africa 158 (Markram 41, Archer 3-25) by 146 runs England posted their highest-ever T20I total…
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…
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…
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…
Banking sector to be modernised, aligned with digital economy push
The government has opened talks with stakeholders on modernising Guyana’s banking sector to address citizens’ concerns and ensure commercial banks keep pace with its digital…
Hospital worker handed to police over video of Lola Doll leaked from emergency ward
An orthopaedic technician has been handed over to police in Guyana after allegedly recording and leaking a video of social media personality Lolita “Lola Doll”…
China’s President congratulates President Ali on re-election, pledges deeper ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping today congratulated President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali on his re-election as President of Guyana, pledging to strengthen cooperation under Beijing’s Belt…
Slingerz set to win Elite League title after latest win
Slingerz Football Club solidified their status as favourites for the Elite League title with a dominant 5-0 victory over Den Amstel at the National Track…
Supreme Court says magistrates can preside remotely across jurisdictions
Any magistrate in Guyana can preside over a court via an audio-visual link while physically present in another jurisdiction, the Supreme Court of the Judicature…