January 2025

Copa Airlines, a subsidiary of Copa Holdings, S.A. and a member of the global Star Alliance network, announces the expansion of its flight schedule between Georgetown, Guyana, and Panama City. Starting January 5, 2025, passengers will enjoy increased flexibility and more travel options with the addition of two weekly flights, bringing the total to seven
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A relative of an 18-year-old college student from Atlanta, Georgia, United States who drowned on December 26, 2024 is disputing reports by the Guyana Police Force about how the teen died. Police Headquarters on Wednesday stated that Demarius Payne drowned while swimming at Coomacka Mines, Linden, Region 10. His relative, Onica Narr, said that was
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New speed clocks can be seen along some of Guyana’s highways.  These clocks are part of a government-led effort to make the roadways safer and are a crucial part of the forthcoming e-ticketing system, according to Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall.  “It is a complex exercise because we are moving a
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President Dr. Irfaan Ali on Wednesday announced that all Joint Services Ranks will receive a minimum salary of $130,000. Currently, constables in the Joint Services earn between $105,000 and $110,000. The President, who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Guyana, said  this decision means a new minimum salary will be in place.
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See below the full release from the Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo:  The Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo is pleased to announce that registration is now open for members of the media. Media and Operations Director, Fareeza Haniff noted that registration can now be done seamlessly via the company’s website (www.guyanaenergy.gy)
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There have been criticisms of contractors building the houses in various schemes and in response, a more robust monitoring system has been developed. This is according to the Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal, who spoke at a recent press conference. “Yes, we have seen criticisms and rightfully so, in terms of quality of
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The Ministry of Labour said it has made significant progress on the issue of child labour in the country. What once obtained, especially on the Pomeroon coconut plantations in Region Two, can no longer be found happening now, Labour Minister Joseph Hamilton said on Tuesday at a press conference. Speaking at his ministry on Brickdam,
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The 2025 Budget will include a comprehensive programme to address solid waste management nationwide, as part of the government’s bid to enhance community livelihoods. The national street lighting programme, which provides for the erection of street lights along the roadways in communities, will also be expanded this year. President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali led a
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