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Attorneys for US Government present key documents to Court in Mohameds extradition case

Attorneys representing the United States Government in the extradition proceedings against Nazar and Azruddin Mohamed, handed over key documents to the Court this morning as the hearing continued. Those documents included a diplomatic note and warrants from US authorities.   In late October, the US Government formally requested the extradition of the father and son […]

Government and Police still to answer key questions about gas station attack – Fmr. Chief of Staff

Two weeks after the deadly Mobil Gas Station bombing on Regent Street in Georgetown, the Guyana Police Force and the Government have remained relatively silent on key issues surrounding the attack including the motive. Appearing on this week’s edition of SOURCES, former Guyana Defence Force Chief of Staff, Rear Admiral (Ret’d) Dr Gary Best said […]

Elections Accessibility Audit and Observation Report launched

The Guyana Council of Organizations for Persons with Disabilities (GCOPD) has reported that while 82.9% of the polling stations used in the September 1 General and Regional Elections were located on the ground floor of buildings, the majority of available ramps were poorly designed and unsafe for use. The organisation launched its  Elections Accessibility Audit […]

CCJ President raised confirmation of Chancellor and Chief Justice during opposition engagement -Norton confirms

By Svetlana Marshall Former Leader of the Opposition, Aubrey Norton said the President of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ), Justice Winston Anderson had engaged him on the appointment of a substantive Chancellor and Chief Justice; however, he was forced to discontinue the engagement on realizing it was not in the interest of Guyana. The […]

Former GDF Chief of Staff urges urgent Constitutional changes to safeguard Guyanese and curtail rights of migrants

Former Chief of Staff of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF), Rear Admiral (Ret’d), Dr Gary Best, believes urgent Constitutional changes are needed to safeguard the rights of Guyanese, and simultaneously curtail the rights of migrants, amid the growing threats from neighboring Venezuela and the increasing migrant population. In an interview on the “SOURCES” programme, which […]

Government keeping close eye on foreign currency availability

The Government is keeping a close eye on the ongoing foreign currency availability issue in the country, as delays by businesses to access the currency persists. At a press conference on Thursday, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo explained that there appears to be two main factors contributing to problem of foreign currency access. He said there […]

Public Works to start removing encumbrances from road shoulders; Issues warning to vendors and business owners

The Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill is warning the general public against placing encumbrances on the shoulders of roads. Minister Edghill cautioned that derelict vehicles on road shoulders will be removed, crushed and disposed. He said the Ministry of Public Works is in partnership with several contractors to facilitate the move. Minister Edghill […]

CPCE Class of 2025 applauded for commitment and determination; Over 1300 teachers graduate

A total 1,345 teachers graduated from the Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE) today bringing the total percentage of graduate teachers in the country’s education system to 68% At this morning’s Graduation Ceremony, Minister of Education, Sonia Parag said the 2025 cohort represents a significant milestone in the country’s journey to achieving 100% trained teachers […]