A German oil trader who made an estimated $250 million trading Russian crude following Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine is now turning his attention to Guyana, aiming to capitalise on the country’s rapidly expanding oil boom. Christopher Eppinger, 31, plans to invest up to $60 million over the next three years…
Four-Day: Imlach (82), Nandu (58) lead Harpy Eagles to opening win over Volcanoes
Led by dogged half-centuries from skipper Tevin Imlach and his deputy Matthew Nandu, Guyana Harpy Eagles commenced their Regional Four-Day title defence with a four-wicket win over Windward Islands Volcanoes on Wednesday in Antigua. Set a target of 232 in the opening round of the West Indies Four-Day Championship, Harpy…
No tax or health data stored on digital ID – Commissioner clarifies
Contrary to public concerns, the government says the digital ID card will not store tax, health, or financial records. Data Protection Commissioner Aneal Giddings told News Room that such information will not be placed on or inside the card at any stage. “None of that information will be either on…
Digital ID is not your voting card; GECOM ID still required
The new digital ID card cannot be used to vote in Guyana’s elections. Data Protection Commissioner Aneal Giddings made this clear in an interview with News Room, stressing that the digital ID system does not replace the GECOM-issued identification card. “This card is not intended… to replace GECOM’s ID card,”…
Guyana wants UN to be more responsive to needs of people of African descent
Guyana is calling on the United Nations to become more responsive and agile in protecting vulnerable people of African descent, as global crises continue to deepen inequality, poverty and discrimination. Speaking at the Fifth Session of the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent in Geneva, Minister within the Ministry…
Woman, niece narrowly escape fire at Cummings Street
A woman and her niece narrowly escaped with their life on Wednesday morning after a fast-moving fire destroyed their Cummings Street home, causing millions of dollars in damage. It was both tragic and horrific as Sandra Sandy and her niece’s ordinary morning quickly turned terrifying when a fire of unknown…
Remote Reg. 1 communities get new health centres
Residents of two remote communities in Region One (Barima- Waini) have improved access to healthcare services as two new centres were commissioned on Tuesday. The new health centres were commissioned in the communities of Wanakai and Tobago. Both facilities were prefabricated and will serve the 169 residents in Wanakai and…
Man, 23, dies after collision on Harlem Public Road
A 23-year-old resident of Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown died during the early hours of Wednesday following a collision along the Harlem Public Road, West Coast Demerara. Dead is Bernard North. Police Headquarters confirmed they are investigating the accident which occurred at about 01:30 hrs According to a Police report, initial investigations…
Decomposed body of unidentified woman found floating at Victoria koker
A decomposed body of a so far unidentified woman was discovered floating in a koker at Victoria, East Coast Demerara, on Tuesday afternoon. Police said the woman appeared to be of mixed ancestry. There is a tattoo of a heart-shaped object on her right thigh area. The discovery was made…
Petrol filling stations urged to dispense fuel only into fit-for-purpose containers
The Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) wishes to remind all petrol filling stations and fuel service providers across Guyana that petroleum products must only be dispensed into containers that are specifically designed, approved, and fit for the safe storage and transport of fuel. The dispensing gasoline or diesel into unsuitable containers,…
