Before the end of 2025, President Dr Irfaan Ali said the Government would be moving to design and subsequently rebuild the Essequibo Coast main road into a four-lane highway. “…We will commence before the end of this year, the design and rebuilding of this [road] into a four lane highway…
Central Corentyne Chamber expects economic growth from toll-free Berbice Bridge
President of the Central Corentyne Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Poonai Bhigroog, strongly supports the recent announcement that will see the cancellation of the Berbice tolls from August 2025. This decision, revealed by President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali during a gathering at Babu Jaan in Port Mourant, Corentyne, on Sunday, will…
‘Mentally challenged’ man remanded for murder of Dundee Fisherman

A mentally challenged man was remanded to prison on Wednesday after being charged with the murder of Parmand Singh, 30, from Dundee Mahaicony, East Coast Demerara. Diveshwanand Latchman, 24, also of Dundee Mahaicony, appeared at the Mahaicony Magistrate’s Court before Magistrate Allan Wilson. The court heard that on March 22,…
Demerara Mutual expands reach with new Suddie branch
Demerara Mutual Life Assurance Society Ltd. proudly announces the grand opening of its Suddie branch, strengthening its commitment to providing financial security and protection to Guyanese communities. Speaking at the launch event, CEO Melissa DeSantos emphasized Demerara Mutual’s dedication to its policyholders in Essequibo. “We already serve clients here, but…
Nigel Bryan battles world’s best at Table Tennis Contender in Chennai
Former national table tennis champion Nigel Bryan is competing at the prestigious World Table Tennis (WTT) Star Contender event in Chennai, India, from March 25 to 31. A seasoned Caribbean medalist, Bryan is signaling his intent to become a key figure in Guyana’s national men’s team for upcoming international competitions….
Trinidad: Appeal Court overturns ruling on buggery laws in landmark case
(Trinidad Guardian)- The Court of Appeal has overturned a judge’s decision to uphold a novel constitutional challenge over this country’s homophobic buggery and serious indecency laws. It was a split decision with Appellate Judges Nolan Bereaux and Charmaine Pemberton siding with the State’s appeal in the landmark case brought by…
JFF boss promises better governance after FIFA ends five-year financial restrictions
Following FIFA’s decision to lift the five-year financial restrictions on the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF), President Michael Ricketts says the days of inefficient financial practices are over and vows to continue making significant strides going forward. Football’s world governing body, which is the JFF’s largest source of funding, imposed the…
Defence lawyers attempt to shield real culprits of 2020 election fraud; blames observers/diplomats for chaos
In the ongoing election fraud trial, stemming from the controversial March 2020 general elections, defence lawyers have attempted to deflect blame from the real culprits, according to Attorney General Anil Nandlall. Speaking on Tuesday night, Nandlall defended the role of local observers, including Rosalinda Rasul, who remains on the witness…
Defence lawyers attempt to shield real culprits of 2020 election fraud; blames observers/diplomats for chaos
In the ongoing election fraud trial, stemming from the controversial March 2020 general elections, defence lawyers have attempted to deflect blame from the real culprits, according to Attorney General Anil Nandlall. Speaking on Tuesday night, Nandlall defended the role of local observers, including Rosalinda Rasul, who remains on the witness…
Gov’t appeals High Court ruling on ownership of Issano gold claims
The government has filed an appeal against a recent court decision that recognised miners Milton Brandford and Ayudhia Narine as the rightful owners of 32 gold claims in 14 Mile Issano, Karouni. This move, announced by Attorney General Anil Nandlall, signals the government’s intent to challenge the ruling and seek…