US Ambassador dismisses Mohamed’s claim of “political persecution” in extradition request

The US Ambassador to Guyana, Nicole Theriot, has dismissed claims that have been made by Businessman and Opposition Leader, Azruddin Mohamed, that the US Government’s extradition request for him and his father is politically motivated. The Mohameds are currently before the Courts fighting the request. The US has an 11-count indictment against the father and […]

GAWU celebrates 50 years of recognition as union for sugar workers

The Guyana Agricultural and General Workers Union (GAWU) is celebrating 50 years of recognition in the Sugar Industry. On Thursday at a special forum to recognise the milestone, President Irfaan Ali hailed the work of the union, and underscored the Government’s deep commitment to the Sugar and Bauxite Industries, which, for decades, have employed thousands […]

Local Government Ministry places several bins along Kitty Seawall to encourage proper garbage disposal

The Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development has launched a “targeted sanitation initiative” along the Kitty Seawall, with the placement of waste bins aimed at promoting proper garbage disposal and enhancing the cleanliness of the area. The Kingston and Kitty Seawall have been areas prone to unsightly garbage disposal over the years, with the […]

City Council denounces Government’s “hostile takeover” of 22 City streets; PPP Councilors boycott emergency meeting

In the absence of the 11 People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) Councilors, the Georgetown Mayor and City Council today passed a resolution objecting to the seizure and reclassification of 22 of the city’s streets, and agreed to seek advice and to challenge the takeover by the Ministry of Public Works. The City Council called an emergency […]

Online portal for Cash Grant registration goes live; Physical presence in Guyana a requirement for registration

The online portal for self-registration  for the National Cash Grant went live this afternoon to facilitate registration of eligible Guyanese across the country. There is a requirement for applicants to be physically present in Guyana to register. The portal can be accessed on https://cashgrant.gov.gy In a statement, the Finance Minister said persons can now register […]