By News Source Guyana on September 26, 2019
Elections, News, Politics
President David Granger this afternoon confirmed that the 2nd March 2020 is the definitive date for elections. In his address to the nation last evening, the President said that the March 2, 2020 election date is the earliest date for the elections, but he confirmed this afternoon that the date is definitive. “The choice of […]
By News Source Guyana on September 26, 2019
News, Politics
With Guyana preparing to become a player in the oil and gas sector, more international airlines continue to eye Guyana as a new destination. Guyana and Qatar have signed an agreement that will Qatar Airways beginning passenger and cargo flights to Guyana. The agreement was signed in Qatar between the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority and […]
By News Source Guyana on September 26, 2019
Elections, News, Politics
The Opposition People’s Progressive Party is not convinced that the President is serious about a March 2, 2020 elections date and the party is of the view that the call by the President for a return to Parliament to seek an extension is an attempt to blackmail the Opposition. “The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) remains […]
By News Source Guyana on September 25, 2019
Elections, News, Politics
President David Granger this evening announced that Monday 2nd March, 2020 would be the earliest date for national elections. The President’s announcement came in an address to the nation. “I am pleased to announce that, after discussions with Chairman of the Elections Commission and with my Cabinet, the earliest possible date for the holding of […]
By News Source Guyana on September 25, 2019
News
The 23rd biennial delegates conference of the Guyana Public Service Union opened this morning with a call from President David Granger for the union to become more active in the education of its members. The President told the delegates gathered at the Baridi Benab at State House that today’s labour market is becoming increasingly competitive […]
By News Source Guyana on September 25, 2019
Elections, News, Politics
When President David Granger addresses the nation this evening, he hopes to announce a date for upcoming elections. Speaking to members of the media this morning, the President said he has accepted the timeline put forward by the Chairman of the Elections Commission, but he has asked for additional details with regard to GECOM’s readiness. […]
By News Source Guyana on September 24, 2019
News, Politics
The Central Bank of Guyana has denied Republic Bank’s planned takeover of the operations of Scotiabank in Guyana. The two banks have been informed of the Central Bank’s decision, according to Governor of the Central Bank, Dr. Gobin Ganga. Dr. Ganga told News Source this evening that a complete evaluation of the takeover plan was […]
By News Source Guyana on September 24, 2019
Elections, News, Politics
As the Guyana Elections Commission prepares for general and regional elections in the new year, the Commission will begin the claims and objections period from the 1st October. It will likely run over into the month of November. Commissioner Robeson Benn wanted a shorter period for claims and objections. The decision was taken at today’s […]
By News Source Guyana on September 24, 2019
News
Three days after his deportation from the United States, convicted narco trafficker, Shaheed Roger Khan, was released from Police custody this afternoon on $200,000 station bail. Khan’s Attorney, Glen Hanoman, said he will have to report to the Police every week as the Police continue murder investigations against him. Through his Attorney, Roger Khan has […]
By News Source Guyana on September 24, 2019
News, Politics
As GTT repositions itself to do more in the local telecommunications sector, a big part of that effort will focus on customer relations and improved services. At a press conference this morning, the Chief Executive Officer of GTT, Justin Nedd, said the company remains in a good financial position although it continues to see a […]