GGMC celebrates 34 years
The Guyana Geology and Mines Commission today celebrated its 34 anniversary.
In his message on the observance of the event, Minister of Natural Resources...
Gov’t to “review and assess number of licensed gold dealers”
– In a bid to crack down on smuggling of gold and ensure that all produce is declared, the Government says it will...
Mining industry a ‘colossal driving force’ behind Guyana’s economy – GGDMA
The Guyana Gold and Diamond Miners Association (GGDMA) said it has noted with concern the recent published comments by Chairman of the Guyana Revenue...
Gold miners reject ‘idiotic proposal’ by Govt to accept below-market prices
In addition to removing a range of concessions afforded to the mining industry and increased taxation and regulation that will certainly kill the already...
$4B allocated for Hinterland Development – Agri. Station to be constructed on 4,000...
The Government has announced that it will be investing over $4 billion this year in support of the Plan of Action for Hinterland Development.
According...
Labour violations found in Region 8 – Ministerial Task Force
– A team of representatives from the Ministerial Task Force on Trafficking in Persons (MTFTIP) visited the Mahdia community in Region 8, as...
Bosai urged to honour obligations to accident victims, survivors
Minister of Natural Resources and the Environment, Robert Persaud yesterday urged Bosai Minerals Group to honour all legal obligations to accident victims and survivors...
Heavily armed bandits rob mining camps, wreaking havoc in Region 7
Sherrif Mining company located in Kartuni, Cuyuni River, Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) is one of several mining operations that were allegedly robbed in the last...
Concerns grow as SOCU seizes more jewellery
Jewellery traders and other members of the local gold business community are growing worried over what is developing into a consistent raiding and seizure...
BUDGET 2020: Trotman commends Govt for measures in mining sector
Opposition Member of Parliament Raphael Trotman today commended the government for various measures in the budget aimed at revitalizing the extractive industries sector.
At the...
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High Court dismisses Opposition’s challenge to declare Jagdeo’s seat vacant in Parliament
See statement from the Attorney General Chambers:
Today, the Honourable Justice, Nareshwar Harnanan, upheld the jurisdictional objection made by Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo disputing...
India outlines seven-point plan to boost CARICOM development
With deep historical and cultural ties to the CARICOM region, India is taking steps to establish itself as a key development partner.
Prime Minister of...
US vetoes UN Security Council resolution on Gaza ceasefire
Nov 20 (Reuters) - The United States on Wednesday vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution for a ceasefire in Gaza, drawing criticism of the...
Global Super League announces changes to fixtures
There has been a change to the ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League (GSL) schedule with the final now set to take place on 6...
Ali, Modi advance talks on military defence cooperation, energy, healthcare, infrastructure
President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali and Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi have held extensive discussions on bilateral, regional and multilateral issues of mutual...
Calvin Brutus files $400M lawsuit against SOCU, senior police ranks
Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Calvin Brutus has filed civil proceedings against several senior members of the Guyana Police Force (GPF) and the Special...
Antigua PM assures of financial stability as LIAT returns to Guyana
The arrival of LIAT 2020 at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) Timehri on Tuesday, marked another important milestone in the development of Guyana’s...
PM Modi arrives in Guyana for historic three-day State visit
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali welcomed the Prime Minister of India, the Honourable Shri Narendra Modi, Tuesday night, at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport.
The...
US recognizes Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez as president-elect
(CNN) The United States has formally recognized Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez as the country’s president-elect following the disputed July 28 presidential election, Secretary...
Sheriff St. crash highlights challenge of ensuring compliance with traffic laws – Edghill
Minister of Public Works Statement on the Tragic Accident on Sheriff Street
It is with profound sadness that I address the tragic accident that occurred...