Police in Regional Division #3 conducted a significant drug operation on Thursday, leading to the arrest of a Venezuelan labourer identified as Angel Ramirez, also known as “Habibi.” Acting on intelligence, law enforcement officers executed a search warrant at a makeshift camp in Inner Retreat Village. During the operation, Ramirez,…
Police officers from Regional Division #5 apprehended a 43-year-old teacher from No. 5 Village, West Coast Berbice, on Thursday after discovering a significant quantity of cannabis in his possession. The arrest took place during a routine mobile patrol in the Blairmont Station District. The incident occurred when police, patrolling near…
GuyExpo, Guyana’s largest trade expo, was officially launched on Friday. Scheduled to take place from November 14 to 17, the event is set to showcase approximately 250 booths and attract over 100,000 attendees. The expo, recognized as the longest-running trade show in the Caribbean, was inaugurated by Minister of Tourism,…
On Friday, Food for the Poor Guyana Inc. made a substantial contribution to the Night Shelter in Georgetown, delivering a range of vital supplies. The donation included hospital beds, sanitary napkins, canes, walkers, paint, storage racks, computer desks, adult diapers, wheelchairs, and garbage bins, among other essential items. Administrator at…
A 20-year old Hope Estate, East Coast Demerara labourer was on Friday charged with rape and placed on $300,000 bail. Senior Magistrate Sunil Scarce read the charge to Parmeshwar Jacobs called ‘Andy’ or ‘Akeem’ when he appeared at the Vigilance Magistrates’ Court. The offence was allegedly committed between February 1,…
Guyana is poised for massive growth in the coming years and realtors were encouraged on Friday to thoroughly explore opportunities beyond already developed and populated areas. The urging came from Minister within the Ministry of Public Works Deodat Indar and Senior Director of Investment at the Guyana Office for Investment…
Guyana Amazon Warriors have announced England international Moeen Ali as a replacement player for their 2024 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) season. Former England captain Moeen will be joining the defending champions, replacing Pakistan batsman Saim Ayub, who is unavailable. The batting all-rounder’s availability is dependent on his team’s…
The Rafeek Kassim-led construction firm, Kascon Engineering Services continues to provide support for young cricketers in Berbice, with Rampertab Ramnauth being the latest beneficiary. The left landed Ramnauth, a prolific national youth player who plays locally for Port Mourant, received a quality SG Grade one player edition bat, purchased from…
While Leader of the Alliance for Change Nigel Hughes has been “busy doing a survey on pit latrines” in the hinterland, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo emphasized that the government is committed to a broader mission of improving education. “Look at what we’re doing in bulk,” Jagdeo said during his weekly…
In line with a recent commitment by President Irfaan Ali, the government has announced an investment of $350 million to improve the working conditions for fisherfolk at Mon Repos, East Coast Demerara. Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha made the announcement during a visit to the community on Friday. “Over $350…
