Following the circulation of a video, the Guyana Prison Service has confirmed that prison officer Marvin DeSouza will face disciplinary actions for unethical behaviour while operating one of the service minibus on the roadway. The video, which was captured by a citizen was circulated on social media site – Facebook….
US vetoes UN Security Council resolution on Gaza ceasefire
[Reuters] – The United States on Wednesday vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution for a ceasefire in Gaza, drawing criticism of the Biden administration for once again blocking international action aimed at halting Israel’s war with Hamas. The 15-member council voted on a resolution put forward by 10 non-permanent members…
India and Guyana sign ground-breaking deals on energy, agriculture and health
By Kurt Campbell kurt@newsroom.gy A total of five landmark agreements were signed between Guyana and India as part of the state visit of India’s Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, on Wednesday. The visit, which takes place from November 19 to 21, marks a significant milestone in the growing relationship between…
India and Guyana sign ground-breaking deals on energy, agriculture and health
By Kurt Campbell kurt@newsroom.gy A total of five landmark agreements were signed between Guyana and India as part of the state visit of India’s Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, on Wednesday. The visit, which takes place from November 19 to 21, marks a significant milestone in the growing relationship between…
India and Guyana sign ground-breaking deals on energy, agriculture and health
By Kurt Campbell kurt@newsroom.gy A total of five landmark agreements were signed between Guyana and India as part of the state visit of India’s Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, on Wednesday. The visit, which takes place from November 19 to 21, marks a significant milestone in the growing relationship between…
Pensioners advised of new distribution timings amid investigation in ‘fake’ pension books
The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security has issued an important update to pensioners regarding the delay in the distribution of Old Age Pension books. This delay follows the discovery of unauthorized and fake pension books, which have raised serious concerns about the integrity of the pension delivery system….
At UN Climate Summit, Guyana hailed for ownership of national climate plans
By Danielle Swain in Baku, Azerbaijan danielle@newsroom.gy At the ongoing UN climate conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, Guyana has been encouraging the preparation and training of local expertise to assess and report on key deliverables required by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). In particular, Guyana participated in…
Guyana to face Guatemala in 2025 Gold Cup Prelims
Following November’s Concacaf Nations League matches, Concacaf has confirmed the 2025 Gold Cup Prelims participating national teams and matchups. Guyana’s Golden Jaguars have a tough draw against the formidable Guatemala. The Latin American nation is ranked ninth in Concacaf and has only missed six Gold Cups since 1963. Guyana is…
Guyana to face Guatemala in 2025 Gold Cup Prelims
Following November’s Concacaf Nations League matches, Concacaf has confirmed the 2025 Gold Cup Prelims participating national teams and matchups. Guyana’s Golden Jaguars have a tough draw against the formidable Guatemala. The Latin American nation is ranked ninth in Concacaf and has only missed six Gold Cups since 1963. Guyana is…
LIAT 2020 adds 796 seats with eight flights to Guyana per week
The arrival of LIAT 2020 at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA) Timehri on Tuesday, marked another important milestone in the development of Guyana’s aviation industry. The airline’s inaugural flight not only heralded a new chapter for regional travel but also provided Guyanese with another affordable flight option, further connecting…
