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Prison unrest: President’s remark that Ramjattan not at fault ‘irresponsible’-PPP

The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) has condemned a statement made by President David Granger in which he noted that Public Security Minister Khemraj Ramjattan,...

300 Prisoners freed: It was a mistake, 463 removed, 91 released- Ramjattan

Public Security Minister, Khemraj Ramjattan says the disclosure that 300 prisoners were released was a mistake, and it should have been that they were...

Imposing weight limits for interior roads will see escalation in prices for goods –...

The complaints from truckers about the deplorable state of interior roads preceded Government’s declaration that weight limits would be imposed on vehicles traversing the...

Ramjattan says 300 prisoners freed, Khan says NO; 300 transferred! Which is it?

Public Security Minister, Khemraj Ramjattan, late Wednesday night revealed that about 300 prisoners have been released following the massive fire which flattened the Georgetown...

Garbage collection resumes in Georgetown- Mayor

...says M&CC seeking to acquire own Garbage trucks by 2018 Cevons Waste Management and Puran Brothers Disposal have resumed their garbage collection services across the...

GECOM Chair 3rd list: Opposition Leader shortlists 10, says 1 already declined

Ten names have been shortlisted from different entities for the selection of a new Chairman of the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM). This is according to...

Prison unrest: Govt failed to act on CoI recommendations says former Security Minister

Government is under fierce attack over the recent incident at the Camp Street Prison which led to the prison being almost completely destroyed and...

Camp Street still holds the best foundation to rebuild a Prison- Ramjattan

Public Security Minister Khemraj Ramjattan, in light of the devastating fire at the Camp Street Prison, has said that the location notwithstanding the fire...

Georgetown Prison Riot and Fire: “Incompetence of Govt on full display” – Opposition Leader

The Opposition Leader's Office today (Monday) slammed the APNU/AFC Government for its "incompetence and lack of accountability" displayed in its response to yesterday's riot...

Opposition accuses Govt of creating ‘Units’ to employ friends

Government has come under severe criticism from the Opposition for requesting $130 million to be used as a subsidy for the establishment of a...

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Brava announces new solutions for Small and Medium Size Businesses

Georgetown, Guyana. November 18, 2024 — Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Guyana are set to benefit from new offerings as Brava introduces its...

‘Wish Upon a Star’ initiative launched

The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security on Sunday launched its annual ‘Wish Upon a Star’ initiative at the Georgetown Cricket Club. The Christmas...

Ituni road network to be upgraded to concrete

The Ituni road network in Region Ten will undergo a significant transformation, with its sand roads being upgraded to rigid concrete pavement, benefitting thousands...

Embattled ACP Brutus faces 201 new charges

On Monday, Assistant Commissioner of Police Calvin Brutus appeared in the Georgetown Magistrate Court before Acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty, to answer to 201...

Bureau of Statistics conducting Labour Force Survey

The Bureau of Statistics has recommenced the Guyana Labour Force Survey (GLFS), a quarterly household survey which provides key insights into the country’s labour...

“When the going gets tough, the tough gets going” – Venezuelan-born UG Valedictorian

By: Mishael Henry  Fleeing 550 miles away from Venezuela – a country ravaged by hardships located just off the borders of Guyana, Shaneeza Rohini Persaud...

“I strongly believe in the product of Guyana & I intend to serve my...

Twenty-seven-year-old Phillipe Ignatious Walker has impressive academic qualifications and skills in multiple fields, including in science, mathematics, law, international relations and education; and he...

“Ghetto youths can be scholars too” – Marcel Persaud tells of overcoming hardships through...

The story of Marcel Nickolei Persaud is one that speaks to both the challenges of marginalised communities and the potential for transformation within those...

Digicel launches “10 millionaires for Christmas” campaign

Georgetown, Guyana – 18th November 2024. Digicel Guyana is set to make dreams come true this festive season with its spectacular "10 Millionaires for...

Linden woman robbed, raped at home

See full statement from the Guyana Police Force: Police are investigating an alleged armed robbery and rape committed on a 42-year-old housewife from Amelia's Ward,...