Two families in Bloomfield Village, Corentyne, Berbice, are experiencing a transformation of their homes thanks to the Men on Mission (MOM) initiative. On Tuesday, Minister of Agriculture Hon. Zulfikar Mustapha officially handed over new houses to 52-year-old Savibree Moteelall, who has a disability, and 34-year-old Nalini Bissessar. Minister Mustapha alongside…
Phenomenal Women of 2025 concludes with inspiring stories of strength, success and impact
The fifth installment of Phenomenal Women of 2025 has officially concluded, spotlighting five remarkable women who continue to redefine excellence, leadership, and perseverance in their respective fields. This year’s honourees are: Chontelle Sewett – Arts/Culture/Education Ariane Mangar – Health Rosanna Fung – Sports Kiana Wilburg – Oil & Gas Renata…
President Ali swears in Justice Rafiq Khan as 7th appellate judge
Senior Counsel Rafiq Turhan Khan was officially sworn in as a Justice of Appeal during a ceremony held on Tuesday at State House, presided over by President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali. The appointment follows a recommendation by the Judicial Service Commission and is made in accordance with Article 128(1) of…
Gold miner charged with murder
Mike Caesar, called “Lil Man” and “Spanish Man”, a 27-year-old gold miner of Blue Berry Hill, Wismar, Linden, has been charged in connection with an alleged murder committed on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 14 Miles Landing, Issano, Middle Mazaruni River. Caesar has been accused of murdering young miner, Samuel…
Firearm, ammo found after Police operation in Vryheid’s Lust
Police are investigating the recovery of a suspected illegal firearm and ammunition following an intelligence-led operation conducted on Monday around noon at Vryheid’s Lust, East Coast Demerara. During the operation, Police ranks observed a 33-year-old businessman of Vryheid’s Lust behaving in a suspicious manner. Police ranks approached the man, who…
GPHC launches website to boost access, transparency & digital healthcare
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) has launched its website, marking a key step in the hospital’s ongoing digital transformation. The launch, held on Monday at the GPHC Resource Centre, reflects the institution’s commitment to transparency, patient-centred care, and innovation. The website serves as GPHC’s digital front door, providing patients,…
Man jailed after illegal firearms seized in Karasabai
A 42-year-old farmer has been fined and jailed after two illegal firearms were seized in the Karasabai Village, South Pakaraimas, recently. According to a Police release, ranks from the Karasabai Police Station responded to a simple larceny report and found the firearms. As part of the investigation, Police ranks proceeded…
Gold miner, 42, stabbed to death
Michael John Benn, a gold miner of Charity, Essequibo Coast, died on Sunday after he was stabbed during an altercation at Aranguy Landing, Cuyuni River. Police, in a statement, said the fatal incident unfolded at about 02:00 hrs Sunday. It was reported that Benn was at a liquor shop in…
GFF hosts FIFA Forward 3.0 Workshop; advances Gender Equality, Accessibility and Inclusive Football Governance
The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) last weekend hosted a high-level leadership workshop as part of its ongoing implementation of FIFA Forward Programme 3.0, FIFA’s flagship development framework aimed at strengthening governance, inclusivity and sustainability within national football associations. The workshop was led by the Rights of the Child Commission and…
Ashes 2025: ECB investigating Ben Duckett video amid drinking allegations
The England and Wales Cricket (ECB) is seeking to verify a video that appears to show England‘s Ben Duckett drunk and unable to find his way back to the team hotel during the squad’s mini-break to Noosa between the second and third Ashes Tests. The video emerged on X- formerly known as Twitter- on…
