Xi calls on BRICS to unite Global South, deepen cooperation
CHINESE President Xi Jinping on Sunday called on BRICS countries to strengthen unity among the Global South and play an active, stabilizing and positive role in global affairs. In a speech when attending the second day of BRICS summit in New Delhi, Xi also outlined concrete proposals to further strengthen greater BRICS cooperation, with a […]
‘Pinktober’ launch urges Guyanese to prioritise early cancer screening
ONE Communications, in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Champions of Hope, has launched Pinktober 2026 with a renewed call for Guyanese to prioritise early cancer screening and continue the practice beyond the month of October. The campaign, launched on Wednesday under the theme “Many Journeys, One Hope,” seeks to broaden the national conversation […]
Dr Kelecia Niles combines patient care, specialist training and teaching at GPHC
FOR Dr Kelecia Niles, a career in cardiology has brought together her interest in medicine, commitment to patient care and desire to help strengthen specialist healthcare in Guyana. A medical registrar in cardiology at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), Dr Niles is part of the team providing specialised cardiac services to patients while also […]
Government Victimisation?
THE local realities of the evolution of Azruddin Mohamed as a politician has been very fortuitous at every step. His entry into the national limelight was a result of legal advice obtained from lawyers retained in the US. Together with his father, their non-immigrant visas were cancelled and renewals refused. Having major business formations […]
Cricket, culture and community spirit highlight Amerindian Heritage 2026 in Kabakaburi
RESIDENTS from communities across the Pomeroon River and Essequibo Coast came together on Sunday, September 13, for a day of sport, culture and community fellowship as Alfro Alphonso & Sons Enterprises of Charity successfully hosted its Annual Amerindian Heritage 2026 cricket competition at the Kabakaburi Community Sports Ground, Upper Pomeroon River. The tournament featured a […]
Minister Parag engages Region Three headteachers on education challenges
EDUCATION Minister Sonia Parag, on Wednesday, met with headteachers from schools across Region Three to discuss challenges affecting education delivery and identify measures to improve outcomes for students. The engagement in the Essequibo Islands-West Demerara region focused on several key concerns, including violence and bullying in schools, infrastructural needs and teacher performance. The meeting forms […]
Padma De Lima appointed Guyana Breweries managing director
PADMA De Lima has been appointed Managing Director of Guyana Breweries Inc. (GBI), effective October 1, as ANSA McAL moves to strengthen its leadership and operations in the Guyanese market. The appointment was announced by ANSA McAL on Wednesday and comes as the regional conglomerate continues to expand its investment and commercial activities in Guyana. […]
Hughes failed to present promised video evidence, as elections fraud trial continues
DEFENCE Attorney Nigel Hughes, on Wednesday, failed to produce the video footage, which he said would show former GECOM Information Technology Manager Aneal Giddings with a server in his vehicle at the Ashmin’s building on March 5, 2020. Instead, Hughes presented footage showing Giddings leaving the compound of Ashmin’s Building that night. The video did […]
Police, New Amsterdam Council step up security planning for Town Week
THE Guyana Police Force and the New Amsterdam Town Council are stepping up preparations to ensure public safety, traffic management and orderly conduct during New Amsterdam Town Week 2026, which begins on Friday. Regional Police Commander for Division Six, Senior Superintendent Kevin Das, met with New Amsterdam Mayor Wainwright McIntosh and members of the Town […]
Gov’t spends over $21B on student grants, examination support
THE Government spent more than $21 billion on student cash grants and examination fee support during the first half of 2026, with more than 206,000 children benefiting from financial assistance, according to the Government’s 2026 Mid-Year Report. The report said the expenditure formed part of a broader education investment, with $85.4 billion of the $183.6 […]
