Burnham consulted people then laughed at them
I WATCHED with horrific incredulity as Vincent Alexander told his podcast host that people have referred to Burnham as a dictator and that cannot be accurate. He said dictatorship denotes that the leader does not listen to people and take their views into consideration and imposes his views on others. He added that there is […]
Father of four jailed for 21 years for killing partner during sex act
CUMMINGS LODGE, East Coast Demerara (ECD) resident, Ravindra “Ravin” Ramdeen, has been sentenced to 21 years and four months in prison for the 2020 murder of 53-year-old Merlyn “Jean” Singh, with whom he was in a relationship. Ramdeen, 57, was sentenced on Wednesday by Justice Priscilla Chandra-Hanif at the High Court in Demerara after pleading […]
Home Affairs Minister says SOCU head should be sent on administrative leave amid sexual allegations
HOME Affairs Minister, Oneidge Walrond, says she believes Deputy Commissioner of Police Fazil Karimbaksh, head of the Special Organised Crime Unit (SOCU), should be placed on administrative leave while allegations against him are investigated. The allegations, which began receiving media attention late last month, include claims by a female police inspector that Karimbaksh sexually assaulted […]
Former Region Four Chairman found guilty of assaulting ex-wife
NATIONAL Border Patrol Director and former Region Four Chairman, Daniel Seeram, was, on Friday, found guilty of assaulting his former wife, bringing to an end a criminal case that had been before the Sparendaam Magistrate’s Court for nearly three years. Seeram was convicted following the conclusion of his trial before Magistrate Abigail Gibbs. Following the […]
Region One records major expansion in healthcare services
REGION ONE has recorded significant expansion in healthcare infrastructure, human resources and service delivery, with new maternal health initiatives and improved access to diagnostic and pharmaceutical services reshaping healthcare across the region. Regional Health Officer (RHO), Dr Mitchel Pierre, said the improvements represent an unprecedented period of development in the Barima-Waini region, with the Ministry […]
New schools to open in Region One mining communities
CONTRACTORS have begun mobilising for the construction of new primary schools in the Region One communities of Five Star, Eye Lash and Big Creek, marking the first time formal schools will be established in the predominantly mining areas. Regional Education Officer (REdO) Annansha Peters said the projects are intended to bring education closer to children […]
Guyanese mother and son honoured at 2026 Caribbean Global Awards in London
GUYANESE finance professional Dr Alista Bishop recently received the Sustainable Finance Award, an achievement that comes one year after winning the Global Leadership Award at the Caribbean Global Awards, while her 13-year-old son Xavi Bishop earned the Junior Youth Community Impact Award. The awards were presented on September 26, 2026, at The Cumberland Hotel […]
FAO highlights innovation and sustainability during Agriculture Month
THE Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) is using Agriculture Month 2026 to highlight the importance of innovation, climate resilience and sustainable food production as Guyana continues efforts to transform its agrifood systems. Observed under the theme, “Innovate, Nourish, Grow: Building a Strong and Sustainable Guyana,” Agriculture Month provides an opportunity to […]
ERC expands Harmony Clubs, engagement with communities and stakeholders
THE Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) continues to advance its constitutional mandate of promoting harmony, good relations, and mutual respect among Guyana’s diverse communities. During September 2026, the commission continued its public education, community outreach, monitoring, and investigative activities, while strengthening engagement with communities and stakeholders across the country. PUBLIC EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT […]
PM Mottley to attend 2027 Guyana Energy Conference
BARBADOS Prime Minister (PM), Mia Amor Mottley, will attend the 2027 Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo, adding a regional dimension to the high-level discussions on energy, investment and economic development. Mottley is scheduled to participate in the four-day event, which will be held from February 16 to 19, 2027, in Georgetown under the […]
