March 2025

The Executive Committee of Fruta Conquerors Football Club is pleased to officially announce the appointment of Coach Sampson ‘Benaiah’ Gilbert as the new Head Coach of Fruta Conquerors FC. This decision represents a pivotal move as the club continues to elevate its technical leadership and player development systems in line with international standards. Coach Benaiah
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Joint statement by West Indies Players’ Association and Cricket West Indies The West Indies Players’ Association (WIPA) and Cricket West Indies (CWI) are aware of allegations of sexual harassment within the West Indies Women’s team during the 2020 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, five years ago. Both organisations take such matters seriously and remain fully
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Boxing heavyweight legend George Foreman has died aged 76, according to his family. Known as Big George in the ring, the American built one of the most remarkable and enduring careers in the sport, winning Olympic gold in 1968 and claiming the world heavyweight title twice, 21 years apart – the second making him the
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Lewis Hamilton took his first win for Ferrari on only his second outing for the team with a dominant victory in the sprint race at the Chinese Grand Prix. The seven-time champion fended off a challenge from Red Bull’s Max Verstappen on the run to the first corner and controlled the race from there. Verstappen
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As the world marks the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, Guyana’s Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance has outlined the country’s ongoing efforts to address racial discrimination and promote inclusivity, showcasing significant strides in the pursuit of equality. While racial discrimination continues to pose challenges on a global scale, Guyana’s commitment to
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The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security is making remarkable progress toward full digitalisation with the development of the Beneficiary Registry and Document Management System (BRDMS), a state-of-the-art software platform. In partnership with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and Synergy International Systems Inc., this initiative marks a key milestone in the ministry’s effort to
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Tulsie Ramprashad, a 31-year-old man from Parika, East Bank Essequibo, has been sentenced to two years in prison after being found guilty of possessing illegal devices intended for ATM fraud. Ramprashad was arrested on October 28, 2023 at a Citizens Bank ATM outlet located at the intersection of Sheriff Street and Campbell Avenue in Georgetown,
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A 31-year-old Nigerian national, Arinze Reginald Odunze, was arrested on Wednesday at the Central Immigration and Passport Office in Georgetown after attempting to extend his stay in Guyana using forged immigration documents. Odunze was charged on Friday with uttering a forged document and conspiracy to commit a felony under the Criminal Law (Offences) Act. According
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By Shania Ally The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) made history with the election of Kathy Smith as its first woman President. During its 135th annual general meeting, the Chamber’s members selected a 21-member Council, which later elected its Executive team. Smith, a CEO and Managing Director, expressed her gratitude for the role
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Rosalinda Rasul, Head of the Diaspora Unit at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and a local observer during the March 2020 elections, remains on the witness sand as the trial concerning the 2020 General and Regional Elections continues. During her cross-examination on Thursday, defence attorney Eusi Anderson asked Rasul about reporting suspicious
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