Politics

APNU sees Government’s energy plan falling short of demands

The opposition APNU drilled holes in the Government’s Energy Plan for the country, contending that the plan has fallen short of the demands for increased energy to fuel large scale industries. Addressing reporters at a press conference today, APNU Member of Parliament, Dr Terrence Campbell, said the announcement by President Irfaan Ali that the Government’s […]

Full Court rules SOCU could file legal actions in its own name

The Full Court has ruled that the Special Organized Unit (SOCU) of the Guyana Police Force has the legal capacity to institute legal actions in its own name. According to a statement issued by the Attorney General’s Chamber, the decision was handed down by Full Court Judges, Justice Nigel Niles, and Justice Zamilla Ally-Seepaul on […]

Government to update Migration Policy to safeguard security and territorial integrity -Pres. Ali

President Irfaan Ali has announced that his government plans to update the country’s migration policy, with the country’s security and territorial integrity expected to feature prominently in that policy. Addressing the nation last evening on his Government’s five year plan, the President said Guyana remains open to skilled persons and persons seeking opportunities here, but […]

Campbell submits Motion for subsidized housing, daycare centres and resource shelters for low income population

APNU Member of Parliament, Dr. Terrence Campbell, has submitted a Motion to the National Assembly, calling on the Government to make provisions for the expansion of social programmes in the 2026 National Budget. Among other things, Dr. Campbell wants the Government to establish, expand and put properly resourced shelters and supporting housing programmes in place […]

Guyana has robust framework to fight corruption -AG tells UN Forum

Guyana’s Attorney General, Senior Counsel Anil Nandlall has told a United Nations Conference that fighting corruption in Guyana is a work in progress. Mr. Nandlall made the statement while he addressed the 11TH Session of the Conference of States Parties to the United Nations Convention against Corruption in Doha, Qatar on Tuesday. Citing Guyana’s anti-corruption […]

Kanapang village Council files action against the State over arrest and prosecution of Brazilian miners

The Village Council of Kanapang has instituted legal proceedings against the State over what it sees as the “unlawful arrest, detention, prosecution, conviction and imprisonment” of 27 Brazilians in violation of both domestic and international human rights laws. The village Council is seeking redress for alleged violations against the Brazilian nationals. The Brazilian nationals were […]

Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge structure in tact; small asphalt settlement issue on approach road being addressed -Edghill

The Ministry of Public Works this afternoon said continuous monitoring of settlement observation points of the Bharrat Jagdeo Demerara River Bridge has confirmed that there is no abnormal settlement in the bridge foundations. According to the Ministry, all monitoring data indicate that the bridge structure remains safe, stable, and fully reliable for public use. It […]

PM Mottley warns of threat to security in the region and potential impact on Guyana’s prosperity

Prime Minister of Barbados, Mia Mottley, while acknowledging Guyana’s unprecedented economic growth, resilience, and potential, is reminding the nation that economic prosperity hinges on the security and stability of the region. She offered the comments during a virtual address to the Georgetown Chambers of Commerce and Industry (GGCI) 136th Annual Awards and Gala on Thursday […]

InterCaribbean begins schedule service to Eugene F. Correia International Airport at Ogle

Regional carrier, InterCaribbean Airways, has officially launched its scheduled service to the Eugene F Correia International Airport, Ogle from Barbados. The airline has been operating in Guyana through the Cheddi Jagan International Airport, Timehri. To mark the launch of the Ogle service, the airline dedicated its specially painted “Spirit of Guyana” aircraft. The “Spirit of […]