During the year 2024, the Ministry of Home Affairs processed and granted a total of 13, 713 work permits. The permits involved 25 companies in various sectors including oil and gas, construction, and mining. “From January to December last year, 13,713 work permits were granted and they are related to…
Over 13,000 work permits issued in 2024 – Benn
During the year 2024, the Ministry of Home Affairs processed and granted a total of 13, 713 work permits. The permits involved 25 companies in various sectors including oil and gas, construction, and mining. “From January to December last year, 13,713 work permits were granted and they are related to…
Another 500 body cameras purchased for Police
The Guyana Police Force recently acquired another 500 body cameras which are being used by ranks during their interactions with citizens. The recent acquisition is in addition to 200 – 300 of the equipment which were previously procured by the Force. This would mean, the Force now owns some 800…
Another 500 body cameras purchased for Police
The Guyana Police Force recently acquired another 500 body cameras which are being used by ranks during their interactions with citizens. The recent acquisition is in addition to 200 – 300 of the equipment which were previously procured by the Force. This would mean, the Force now owns some 800…
CANU seizes record 6,000kg of narcotics in 2024, over 70 persons arrested
In 2024, a remarkable surge in the discovery and destruction of illegal narcotics was recorded by the Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU), with approximately 6,000 kilograms of drugs seized. This figure includes 5,094 kilograms of cocaine, among which four and a half tonnes were found buried in hand-dug pits in Region…
Lilian Chatterjee now Co-Chair of Canada–Guyana Chamber of Commerce
See below the full statement issued: The Canada–Guyana Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Lilian Chatterjee, former Canadian High Commissioner to Guyana, was appointed as the Chamber’s Honorary Canadian Co-Chair, effective January 1, 2025. With a distinguished career in public service and diplomacy, Ms. Chatterjee brings a wealth…
Canvas of Strength: Samiyah Shaw, 14, publishes book on overcoming bullying
Samiyah Shaw Samiyah Shaw, a 14-year-old student from Good Hope Secondary School, has published her debut book, Canvas of Strength. Launched at her school, the book is a powerful testament to her resilience, determination, and creative spirit. Taking two years to complete, Canvas of Strength is a deeply personal collection…
Canvas of Strength: Samiyah Shaw, 14, publishes book on overcoming bullying
Samiyah Shaw Samiyah Shaw, a 14-year-old student from Good Hope Secondary School, has published her debut book, Canvas of Strength. Launched at her school, the book is a powerful testament to her resilience, determination, and creative spirit. Taking two years to complete, Canvas of Strength is a deeply personal collection…
‘Cash grant data safe from misuse’ – Jagdeo assures as cheque distribution continues
Amid concerns regarding the misuse of personal data collected during the cash grant registration process, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has reassured the public that the Ministry of Finance will not release any personal information collected. Addressing the issue at a press conference last Thursday, Jagdeo responded to questions about…
Drivers hospitalised after head-on crash on New Road Vreed-en-Hoop
Police are investigating a serious road accident that occurred Saturday night on New Road, Vreed-en-Hoop, West Coast Demerara, involving a minibus and a motor van. The collision has left both drivers injured and under medical care. The crash involved minibus #BZZ 6795, owned and driven by 47-year-old Troy Waterman from…
