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Pres. Ali ramps ups advocay for global biodiversity targets during ‘fireside chat’ New York

President Irfaan Ali has reiterated his government’s unwavering commitment to preserving the nation’s rich biodiversity while advancing its development agenda. Speaking during a “Fireside Chat” at the Clinton Global Initiative Annual Meeting 2024, President Ali highlighted the economic and environmental benefits of the Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS 2030). During the session, President Ali announced
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Guyana Zoological Park launches enhancement project with corporate support

Guyana Zoological Park launches enhancement project with corporate support

The Protected Areas Commission’s Guyana Zoological Park has launched an enhancement project aimed at improving its facilities and enriching the experiences of children, visitors, and wildlife enthusiasts. This initiative underscores a strong commitment to wildlife conservation, with Schlumberger Guyana (SLB) as the first corporate partner to contribute to the cause. The zoo, which also functions
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Fire destroys Demerara Distillers Limited power station

Fire destroys Demerara Distillers Limited power station

A fire of unknown origin erupted in the Generator Room of Demerara Distillers Limited (DDL) at Plantation Diamond on Friday at approximately 16:30 hrs. Initial investigations by the Guyana Police Force and the Guyana Fire Service revealed that the fire started in the generator room, a 60×60 concrete building housing seven generators that powers the
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After bailed on armed robbery charge, three men now remanded for illegal firearm possession

In a dramatic turn of events, three suspects have been remanded to prison in connection with a brazen armed robbery at Unity, East Coast Demerara. Lushawn Crawford, 23, known as ‘Kang,’ a construction worker from Haslington South; Renardo Persaud, 25, a taxi driver from Track ‘A’ Coldingen; and Anton Fraser, 20, a security guard from
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Leonora Double Murder: Two men charged, remanded 

Alex Amsterdam, a 29-year-old security guard from De Kinderen, and Terry Thorman, a 23-year-old mini bus conductor from LMeten-Meer-Zorg, West Coast Demerara have been remanded to prison following their court appearance on Friday on two counts of murder. They are accused of killing Arvinda Roopram, 25, and Mohammed Nazir, 30, outside a nightclub in Leonora
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Three charged following fight at National Stadium

Three individuals have been charged with assault in connection with a violent altercation that occurred during the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) match between the Guyana Amazon Warriors and the Barbados Royals at the Guyana National Stadium on September 25. The incident, which was captured on video and subsequently went viral, shows a spectator, reportedly under
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Five men wanted for abduction of Joshua David

Five men wanted for abduction of Joshua David

The Guyana Police Force has issued wanted bulletins for five individuals in connection with the abduction of Joshua David, known locally as ‘Bricks’. The incident occurred on September 27 on Main Street, Georgetown. Authorities are currently seeking the following suspects: Aaron Alleyne (alias: Cats) Last Known Address: West Ruimveldt, Georgetown Offence: Abduction Victim: Joshua DaviD
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Youth forum on oil and gas highlights importance of young talent in national development

Youth forum on oil and gas highlights importance of young talent in national development

The Guyana Oil and Gas Energy Chamber (GOGEC) hosted a dynamic Youth Forum on Oil and Gas on Friday, September 27, at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre, themed “Integrating Youths in National Life.” The event attracted over 350 young professionals and students from various educational institutions, including Queen’s College and the University of Guyana, to
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‘Allow the momentum to carry you’- Director of Sport to Amazon Warriors

Director of Sport Steve Ninvalle is backing the Guyana Amazon Warriors to make a successful defence of the CPL T20 title they won last year. On the sidelines of an event on Thursday at the GCC ground, Bourda, Ninvalle said the key to success for the Warriors would be to ride on the momentum of
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Local umpires given exposure to TV umpiring at CPL matches in Guyana

In a groundbreaking move aimed at enhancing the skills and knowledge of local umpires, the Georgetown Cricket Umpires and Scorers Association (GCUSA) in collaboration with Caribbean Premier League (CPL), and CPL Match Officials, has organised a unique programme for cricket umpires in Guyana. The initiative provides local umpires with invaluable exposure to television umpiring. The
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