JAGS Aviation adds brand-new Bell 407 helicopter to fleet
JAGS Aviation on Monday welcomed the addition of a brand-new Bell 407 helicopter, reflecting the company’s vision to strengthening its operational capabilities, while supporting the continued growth of two important sectors of Guyana’s economy: tourism and mining. At the same time, this strategic investment demonstrates the company’s confidence in Guyana’s long-term economic prospects and […]
Beekeeper Althia Giles recounts her journey into apiculture
THE Guyana Livestock Development Association’s (GLDA) Honey Fest 2026 saw several apiculturists displaying their honey and honey-infused products. Among them was Ms Althia Giles, one of Guyana’s apiculturists. Ms Giles, in her testimonial, said she considers her journey as a beekeeper a unique one. She was raised among beekeepers, in a “very humble” village […]
Azruddin Mohamed and the opposition have sacrificed an innocent woman
HERE are the words of party leader, Amanza Walton, who contested the 2025 general election so she can run the country: “The Leader of the Opposition is repeatedly arrested. This is becoming tiresome, and we are becoming a joke internationally. This constant harassment of the man and his family is completely unnecessary!” Either this is […]
Second cop charged over alleged leakage of CCTV footage to opposition leader
ASHTON Chappelle, called ‘Chappy,’ a 24-year-old Police Constable of Non Pariel, East Coast Demerara, has been charged in connection with the alleged leakage of CCTV footage to Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed. According to the police, further investigations into the alleged unauthorised disclosure of surveillance footage relating to a shooting incident outside the residence of Senior […]
Police probe alleged arson attempt at Konawaruk Bridge
POLICE are investigating an alleged arson attempt at the Konawaruk wooden bridge, a major access route to and from Mahdia, Region Eight, which was discovered on fire on Monday, November 2, 2026. According to a press release, initial investigations revealed that unknown individuals reportedly set fire to the bridge, causing damage to sections of the […]
Babysitter charged over alleged kidnapping of seven-month-old child
DARIANA Figuera, a 20-year-old Venezuelan national and babysitter of White Water Village, North West District, was charged with Child Stealing, contrary to Section 90(a) of the Criminal Law (Offences) Act, Chapter 8:01. The charge stemmed from an investigation into the disappearance of a seven-month-old infant from Oronoque, Port Kaituma, on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. […]
One Brand for Nature
FOR too long, the world has treated protecting nature and building prosperity as rivals. Presiden, Dr Irfaan Ali’s call at the Global Biodiversity Alliance’s second conference and financing forum in Georgetown breaks that false choice. By asking private-secctor leaders across member countries to market biodiversity reserves under “one brand,” with common values, common regulation […]
A magistrate with no special lane for politicians must be celebrated
Dear editor, WHAT exactly should a magistrate do differently because the person standing before the court is the leader of the opposition? That question sits at the centre of the criticism directed at Magistrate Abigail Gibbs following her decision to refuse bail to Azruddin Mohamed. If the answer is that his political standing should […]
Whose freedom is the opposition leader fighting for?
FOURTEEN months after the September 1, 2025, elections, and more than nine months into his tenure as Leader of the Opposition, Azruddin Mohamed has answered the question of why he entered politics. Not his critics. His record. There has been only one cause, and it is his own. The facts need little elaboration. In June […]
Carrick says it’s ‘crazy’ but he’s looking forward to Roma game
MICHAEL Carrick accepts it might sound “crazy,” but the beleaguered Manchester United boss says he is looking forward to the Champions League showdown with Roma at Old Trafford. United go into today’s game without a win in nine matches in all competitions. It is their worst run since 1988-89. They have not gone 10 […]
