Politics
Guyana stands firm on sovereignty as ICJ prepares final judgment in border case – PM
Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips addressed the National Assembly on Friday, emphasising that Guyana stands firm on its sovereignty as the International Court of Justice (ICJ) prepares its final judgment in the border controversy case with Venezuela. Guyana has asked the court to confirm that the boundary defined in the 1899 award and demarcated...
Gov’t moves to repeal ‘flawed’ 2015 Fmr. Presidents’ Benefits law
See below the full release from the Ministry of Finance: Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility...
Minister Singh tables Loan Agreements in National Assembly
See below full release from the Ministry of Finance: The People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) Government continues to manage Guyana’s public...
CH&PA targets illegal settlements, housing backlog in next five year plan
The Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA) has outlined an aggressive five-year plan aimed at eliminating illegal settlements, clearing the...
Building Expo 2026 to showcase future of housing and climate-resilient infrastructure in Guyana
International Building Expo 2026 will focus on innovation, sustainability and the future of construction in Guyana, as the country continues...
$100,000 cash grant: Other mechanisms will be in place for those without bank accounts – Finance Minister
Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh has put to rest concerns that Guyanese without bank accounts will be unable to get...
‘Rebuilding sugar industry is a massive undertaking’ – President Ali says he hails GAWU’s contributions
President Irfaan Ali once again emphasised his government’s commitment to rebuilding the sugar industry, positing that gains have been made...
Suriname Foreign Minister engages Guyanese authorities after Pres. Ali protests new charges
The Surinamese Foreign Minister has engaged local authorities after Guyanese President Dr. Irfaan Ali made known his objections to the...
Online portal for Govt’s $100,000 cash grant now live – Finance Minister announces
As Government moves into the second phase of distribution of the National $100,000 Cash Grant as promised by President Irfaan...
Jagdeo urges practical solutions as world still depends on oil and gas
Guyana’s Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo says countries need to focus on real, workable solutions to climate change, warning that the...
Caribbean faces economic fallout from global conflict, Jagdeo warns
Caribbean economies face rising costs, job losses and potential instability as global conflicts disrupt energy supplies, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo...
Caribbean labour leaders meet in Guyana, urged stronger protection for workers
Amid rapid global change, Caribbean labour leaders are calling for decisive action to better protect and empower workers. Trade unionists...
Guyana protests Suriname’s reported charges for use of Corentyne River
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has raised concerns over reports that authorities in Suriname have instituted charges for the use of...
Flooding hits Corriverton villages
Several villages in Corriverton, Corentyne, Berbice, were recently flooded following days of heavy rainfall, affecting numerous residents. Describing the...
CCJ grants stay, sets April 21 hearing for Mohameds extradition appeal
The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) has granted a stay of ongoing extradition proceedings against Azruddin and Nazar Mohamed and...
Joseph Fisher appointed new British High Commissioner to Guyana
Joseph Fisher has been appointed British High Commissioner to Guyana, Non-Resident Ambassador to Suriname, and Ambassador to CARICOM, according to...
Nandlall says more high-profile asset seizures coming
Attorney General Anil Nandlall says Guyana is intensifying efforts to seize assets linked to criminal activity, as he explained the...
CCJ will be asked to reject Mohameds’ appeal; Nandlall says ‘absolutely no need’ for stay
Attorney General Anil Nandlall says the State will move to oppose applications filed by U.S.-indicted Guyanese gold traders Azruddin Mohamed...
ERC commemorates Int’l Day of Elimination of Racial Discrimination
See below the full release from the ERC: The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) hosted a commemorative event on Monday, March...
Lawyers, State Counsel being trained to prepare cases for the upcoming edition of the Law Reports
Several lawyers and State Counsel at the Attorney General Chambers are undergoing specialised training to prepare cases for the next...
Defense lawyers insist, no second blood test for ‘dengue positive’ Azruddin Mohamed
Dr. Kawal Dalip appeared before Magistrate Judy Latchman on Tuesday afternoon, confirming that he diagnosed Azruddin Mohamed with dengue and...
