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See below statement from GBTI: “It is with great sadness that we at GBTI extend our heartfelt condolences to the Beharry family on the passing of Chico Beharry. Chico was not only a visionary leader but also a cherished figure whose contributions to the business landscape of Guyana will forever be remembered. As a key
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  On October 27, the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) held a major Youth Conference at the National Track and Field Centre in Leonora, Region Three, drawing over 5,000 attendees. Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, General Secretary of the PPP and Vice President of Guyana, delivered the keynote address, focusing on the history, legacy, and future of the
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According to a statement from the Demerara Cricket Board (DCB), former national player Peter Persaud has reigned as the Chairman of the Demerara Cricket Board (DCB) Senior Selection panel. News Room Sport was informed the norm is that the chairman of each county board would form the national panel along with an appointed chairman of
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SEE STATEMENT FROM THE GUYANA CRICKET BOARD:  “Fast-bowler Nial Smith is set to replace fellow speedster Ronsford Beaton ahead of the upcoming CWI Regional Super50 Men’s Championships, which bowls off on October 28. Smith, who recently returned from injury, will replace Beaton, who will miss the tour after failing to turn up to 2 scheduled
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By Telesha Ramnarine A mammoth crowd of young people showed up on Sunday for the People’s Progressive Party’s (PPP) Region Three Youth Conference and they were urged by General Secretary, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo to choose strategic career paths that would guarantee them good jobs. He also told them to work on developing certain qualities, such
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Jamie Ghanie, 26, who was wanted for alleged murder and Hansi Jones, 27, who was wanted for three counts of alleged rape were nabbed on Saturday by Police. Police Headquarters said the men were found at the Kairuni Backdam, along the Linden/ Soesdyke Highway. Ranks went there after they received information on the men’s whereabouts.
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The Youth Empowerment and Mentorship Program (YEMP) officially launched on Saturday in Region Six (East Berbice- Corentyne), marking a major advancement in youth development. This initiative, created under the Men on Mission (MOM) programme led by President Dr. Irfaan Ali, is designed to provide young people with mentorship, academic support, and life skills training. The
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During two impactful days at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Apia, Samoa, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali championed Guyana’s priorities in climate action, biodiversity conservation, and reforming the international financial system, while backing a historic step towards reparatory justice. This year’s CHOGM brought together leaders from 53 Commonwealth nations to address critical
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The Global Super League (GSL), a new T20 cricket tournament set to take place in Guyana from November 26 to December 7, has secured ExxonMobil Guyana as its title sponsor. Sir Clive Lloyd, Chairman of the Global Super League, expressed his gratitude for ExxonMobil Guyana’s continued investment in cricket. “ExxonMobil Guyana has a long history
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Police are on the hunt for the second bandit involved in the Saturday morning robbery at the Port Mourant Market, Region Six (East Berbice- Corentyne). The News Room reported on Saturday that one of two bandits involved in an attempted robbery at a jewelry store at the market died; the second robber managed to flee.
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