The Guyana Fire Service recorded a 34 per cent decline in fire calls over the past year, a development Fire Chief Gregory Wickham says reflects the success of intensified prevention efforts and deeper community engagement. “The Guyana Fire service over last year would have by application and modus appranda delivered…
Nadir re-elected Everest Cricket Club President as focus shifts to ‘talent development’
Continuity remains the watchword at the Everest Cricket Club (ECC) as Manzoor Nadir, Speaker of the National Assembly, was re-elected unopposed as President during the club’s Annual General Meeting on Tuesday evening. Nadir, who has held the post since 2019, will lead the Camp Road institution for another two-year term….
Severe weather, above-normal rainfall to continue until Friday – CDC
The Civil Defence Commission (CDC) has issued a severe weather advisory, warning of above-normal rainfall across Guyana from April 1 to April 3, with the potential for widespread flooding and hazardous conditions. According to the CDC, the advisory follows guidance from the Hydrometeorological Service, which indicated that continued rainfall could…
No private data until protections in place — Gov’t assures on digital ID rollout
The Government will not request private or confidential personal data for its new digital identity card system until full data protection mechanisms are in place, officials have assured. This comes as the Digital Identity Card Act of 2023 officially came into operation on Tuesday, March 31, following a commencement order…
$30,000 fine for breaches of new tint regulations – AG reminds
Motorists who breach the newly implemented tint regulations will face a $30,000 fine, Attorney General Anil Nandlall reminded citizens Tuesday night, as he clarified the updated rules and exemption process now in force. Nandlall said the regulations, made under the Motor Vehicles and Road Traffic Act, introduce a new system…
Gov’t to repair and maintain city roads; no ulterior motive — Nandlall
The Government will move ahead with taking control of several Georgetown roads to repair and maintain them, with Attorney General Anil Nandlall insisting the decision is lawful, necessary, and free of any political motive. Speaking Tuesday night, Nandlall said the move — executed through the Ministry of Public Works under…
Flooding partly man-made as drain obstructions worsen impact — Nandlall
The Government has acknowledged that state agencies bear some responsibility for the recent flooding, but Attorney General Anil Nandlall has sharply criticised citizens for what he described as widespread irresponsible behaviour that worsens the situation. Speaking Tuesday night following heavy weekend rainfall that inundated Georgetown and coastal communities, Nandlall said…
Special magazine launched to commemorate 50 years of girls at QC
See below full press release: The Queen’s College Old Students’ Association (Guyana) (QC-OSA) launched a Special Edition Magazine to commemorate ’50 Years of Girls at Queen’s College (1975-2025) on Monday. This special edition magazine is part of a series of activities planned by QC-OSA as the college observes the 50th…
Pitamber and Ton-Chung to represent Guyana at IV South American Youth Games
Candidate Master Sachin Pitamber and Italy Ton-Chung will represent Guyana in Chess at the IV South American Youth Games in Panama as part of the country’s delegation, courtesy of the Guyana Olympic Association. The 2026 games will be held from April 12-25 with rapid and blitz chess competitions being played…
Digital ID Card Act comes into full effect
The Digital Identity Card Act of 2023 is now fully in force, with Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips announcing that a Commencement Order has been issued bringing the legislation into operation as of March 31, 2026. The Prime Minister said the move marks “a major step forward” in modernising…
