April 2025

Jamol Johnson was remanded to prison after 1.2 kilogrammes of cannabis along with an unlicensed firearm and ammunition were found in an East Ruimveldt, Georgetown house with him. The discovery was made on Tuesday, April 8 by ranks of the Customs Anti- Narcotic Unit (CANU). In a statement, CANU said ranks acting on information received
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President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has announced that construction on the first phase of the transformation of Parika Stelling into an international port facility is expected to commence long before July. The President made the announcement on Friday during a community engagement at Hydronie Market, Region Three. “On May 2nd, the Expression of Interest for
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Some 5,000 employment opportunities were created in Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne) between November 2024 and March 2025, propelled by the Ministry of Public Works’ massive infrastructural programme. In a singular year (2024), some 612 road contracts were awarded across the region, with many of the projects executed by hundreds of local contractors. Minister of Public
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The One Guyana Digital School will be launched in Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne) before May, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has revealed. This innovative initiative, conceptualised by President Ali, seeks to integrate technology into the education system to enhance learning opportunities for students across the country. “The Guyana Digital School will allow every single child
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Guyana Harpy Eagles have once again asserted their dominance in West Indies cricket, clinching the regional Championship title after their final-round encounter against Trinidad and Tobago Red Force ended in a draw at Queen’s Park Oval on Saturday. It is the third on the trot for the Eagles and an eighth in ten seasons of
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The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) has kicked off its referee development programme for 2025 with a well-attended introductory course, demonstrating a strong commitment to ensuring the game is well-officiated across the country. The three-day workshop, which began in Georgetown on Friday, will conclude today (April 13). Spearheaded by the GFF’s Referee Department, the course has
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The East Bank Football Association’s Boys Under-14 League provided a thrilling spectacle on Saturday. Young talents showcased their skills in three action-packed encounters at the National Training Facility at Providence. The day started with a dominant performance from Swan FC, who swept aside Kuru Kuru FC in a resounding 6-0 victory. The show star was
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The East Demerara Football Association (EDFA) has received a major financial injection. The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, through the National Sports Commission (NSC), has committed to a substantial $3 million sponsorship for its upcoming senior league, which kicks off on May 1. The significant investment was announced at a presentation, highlighting the government’s
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Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo has again rejected claims of political victimisation by businessman Azruddin Mohamed, saying the billionaire and his associates are trying to cast themselves as victims only because they are no longer able to act with impunity. “You (the Mohameds) are not law enforcement,” Jagdeo said, as he referenced a recent case in
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Days after fatal Police shootings in Linden, a team of investigators from the Regional Security System (RSS) have arrived in Guyana to assist local authorities with the investigation into the incidents. They are investigating the killings of Ronaldo Peters and Keon Fogenay. The team’s arrival is in keeping with an assurance made by President Dr
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