The PNC-led opposition coalition APNU, badly beaten in the last general elections, on Monday failed to galvanize a large crowd for its protest demanding that the government hand out cash grants before the end of the year, even though this has already started happening. [Photo: APNU Coalition/ Facebook] Recently, President…
UPDATE: Man confesses to break-in at Ministry of Home Affairs; Stolen items recovered
A man is in custody after he confessed to breaking into the Ministry of Home Affairs on Brickdam Road early Monday morning. The suspect is Neil Medas, called ‘Shoulders’, 48. He has no fixed place of residence. The News Room was reliably informed that the suspect was arrested at Charlotte…
Guyana’s Hicks Mittelholzer shines in Barbados Marathon debut
Young Guyanese runner Hicks Mittelholzer has announced his arrival on the regional long-distance scene with an exceptional performance at the Run Barbados Marathon & Wellness Weekend, securing top honours in his age group across two major events. Mittelholzer, competing in the highly competitive M21–25 category, showcased both speed and endurance,…
Mohameds argue against extradition, want review of law
Nazar Mohamed and his son, Azruddin Mohamed, appeared at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court on Monday as their legal team advanced a constitutional challenge to recent amendments to the Fugitive Offenders Act. During Monday’s hearing, the defence presented oral submissions on behalf of the U.S.-indicted businessmen, arguing that the legislative changes…
Home Affairs Ministry says probe launched after intruder ransacks office
See below the full release from the Ministry of Home Affairs: The Ministry of Home Affairs wishes to inform the public that at approximately 04:00 hours on Monday, December 8, 2025, an unknown individual unlawfully entered the Ministry’s building. Security personnel detected the intruder via CCTV cameras and immediately raised…
Work hours extended to keep flagship gas-to-energy project on track for 2026
Overtime work is being put in daily on the gas-to-energy project as the government and the main contractor move to keep the multi-billion-dollar initiative on track for completion by mid-2026, Natural Resources Minister Vickram Bharrat has said. The project, which is central to the Government’s plan to cut electricity costs,…
Construction preparations underway for Moruca Regional Hospital
Excavation works have commenced at the site of the Moruca Regional Hospital in Region One, marking another major expansion of healthcare services for hinterland communities. Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, toured the site and highlighted the advanced facilities and comprehensive services that the hospital will provide upon completion. The…
Cummings, as AmCham’s first female President, pledges stronger US–Guyana business links, deeper SME engagement
The American Chamber of Commerce of Guyana (AmCham Guyana) has elected Mrs. Iman Khan-Cummings as its first female President, marking a historic moment for the young but rapidly expanding organisation. Speaking with the News Room in an invited comment on Monday, Cummings described the election as both a personal milestone…
Tragic loss for Courtland community as young man dies in motorcycle accident
A young man from Courtland, Berbice, lost his life in a motorcycle accident close to his home on Sunday. The man, 28-year-old Travis Joseph, resided at Lot 19 in Courtland Village and worked as a Line Technician for Guyana Power and Light (GPL) in Region Six. His brother, Troy Joseph, …
Intruder ransacks Ministry of Home Affairs office
Police have launched an investigation following an early-morning break-in at the Ministry of Home Affairs on Brickdam. The News Room understands that the incident occurred around 04:44 hrs Monday. According to reports, an on-duty rank noticed a suspicious figure on the CCTV monitor. The rank, the News Room was informed,…
