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 In response to recent criticisms by former EPA head Dr. Vincent Adams, financial analyst Joel Bhagwandin has mounted a detailed defence of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic’s (PPP/C) stewardship of Guyana’s oil and gas sector. Writing on Tuesday, Bhagwandin argued that the narrative of “betrayal” is based on historical inaccuracies and political misrepresentation. He contends that…
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As Guyana gears up for the September 1, 2025 general and regional elections, Commissioner of Police, Clifton Hicken has offered assurances that any attempt to disrupt the democratic process will be “dealt with swiftly and decisively.” “Let it be clearly understood. Any attempt to create disorder, intimidate others or break the law will be dealt…
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  A Guyanese national was arrested at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on Tuesday after customs officials seized more than Tk130 crore (approximately GYD$2.31 billion) worth of cocaine from her luggage. The suspect has been identified as Karen Pitula Stafli, who arrived in Dhaka on a Qatar Airways flight from Doha. She was…
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Another 50 individuals graduated on Tuesday from the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security’s Early Childhood Development programme (Childcare Level 3 course), each receiving a $100,000 grant to kickstart their own childcare facilities. The course, which aims to further upskill individuals in childcare, was conducted through the Childcare and Protection Agency in partnership with…
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Four days after their abduction allegedly by members of the Venezuelan Syndicato gang, boat captain Fredrick Pollard, 66, of Bartica, Essequibo River, and another unidentified man remain missing. Police sources told the News Room that the investigation remains active and efforts are being made to locate the men. No arrest has yet been made in…
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At just 16 years old, Rihanna James is already making her mark as one of Guyana’s brightest young minds. The St. Stanislaus College student, who is now entering fifth form, has already secured seven subjects at the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) – all with Grade One passes. What makes her achievement even more remarkable…
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— ⁠”It is abundantly clear you are NOT ready for leadership” Abdool Aleem Rahim, the President of the Guyana Islamic Trust (GIT) – one of the largest muslim organisations in Guyana – has accused Hana Mohamed of spreading falsehoods and publishing defamatory statements about him on social media, in retaliation for his decision to endorse…
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Attorney General Anil Nandlall has written to international observers and the Guyana Police Force, raising concerns about recent remarks from opposition figures suggesting they may not accept the outcome of the upcoming elections. Nandlall said Tuesday night that both Aubrey Norton, Leader of the APNU, and U.S sanctioned Azruddin Mohamed, who recently launched his WIN…
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The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) on Tuesday mounted a firm defence in the High Court, insisting that it acted squarely within the law when it excluded the Forward Guyana Movement (FGM) and the Assembly for Liberty and Prosperity (ALP) from ballots in some electoral districts. The exclusion – which affects Regions 1, 2, 7, 8…
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President Dr. Irfaan Ali on Tuesday night condemned what he described as “hurtful and dangerous” attacks on Afro-Guyanese and religious leaders who support the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C), as he delivered a fiery address at Flambouyant Square, Eccles. Dr. Ali, visibly incensed, blasted what he said was a campaign of insults targeting Afro-Guyanese PPP supporters….
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