February 2025

The productive sectors of Guyana have seen massive and continuous support from the government over the past four years and the government is already examining what new and additional measures can help these sectors to further expand, President Irfaan Ali said Sunday as the country observes its 55th Republic anniversary. “Not only did we incentivise
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Harry Critchlow, a 56-year-old resident of Eccles, East Bank Demerara, died on Saturday after he was struck by a tree that fell into a mining pit. Police Headquarters reported that the accident occurred at about 10:00 hrs at Thomas Island, Puruni River, Region Seven. The mining site is operated by Sherwin Herman, a 37-year-old man
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Marlan DaSilva, a 32-year-old businessman, was arrested by Police after he allegedly murdered his partner on Saturday night. Dead is Kenesha Vaughn, a 27-year-old housewife and mother of a three-year-old boy. Police Headquarters reported that DaSilva and Vaughn lived at the Diamond Housing Scheme, East Bank Demerara. At about 20:00hrs Saturday night, the suspect arrived
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To provide farmers with an additional income stream, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has said the government will be pumping resources to operationalise 1,000 acres of land before the end of 2025, to support the expansion of red beans and black-eyed peas production in the Berbice River. Presently, 77 farmers from Ebini, Kimbia and other
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Virat Kohli hit a composed unbeaten century as India beat Pakistan by six wickets which put them on the cusp of reaching the Champions Trophy semi-finals and left their opponents on the brink of elimination. Pakistan mustered a rather unthreatening total of 241 after they won the toss and batted first, lacking power, intent and
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President Irfaan Ali has been selected to replace Dr. Keith Rowley as the new chairman of the CARICOM sub-committee on cricket. The announcement was made by outgoing chairman Dr. Rowley on Friday during the final day of the 48th CARICOM Heads of Government meeting in Barbados. Dr. Rowley revealed it would be his final CARICOM
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On Friday evening, a noteworthy celebration took place at the Albion Cricket Club, where several talented cricketers were recognised and honoured for their remarkable achievements in the sport. Among those distinguished players was Gudakesh Motie, who received exceptional accolades for his extraordinary contributions on the cricket field throughout 2024. Motie stood out prominently during the
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Bretnol Greenidge, a 31-year-old resident of Bamboo Drive, Meadowbrook, Georgetown, died on Saturday after he was involved in an accident. Police Headquarters reported that the accident occurred at about 15:52 hrs Saturday. A 17-year-old unlicensed driver reportedly drove a Nissan Note (#PYY 3577) south along the eastern side of the east carriageway at the Takuba
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See below the full message from the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C): On this momentous occasion of Guyana’s 55th Republic Anniversary, the People’s Progressive Party  (PPP) extends heartfelt greetings to all Guyanese at home and abroad.   Today, we celebrate our nation’s rich history and the enduring spirit of unity, resilience, and progress that defines us
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See below the full release from the Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC):  The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) extends greetings to all Guyanese on the 55th year – our emerald anniversary as a Republic.  As Guyana observes this significant milestone and reflects on its social progress and cultural development, the society is replete with examples of a
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