Ken Faria, a 49-year-old Community Relations Officer of Culvert City, Central Rupununi, Region Nine was charged with the murder of Leon Baird. Faria appeared on Wednesday at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court before Magistrate Faith McGusty, where he was not required to plead and was remanded to prison. The matter was…
At least 20 new areas to be included in updated Local Content law
Guyanese may be able to tap into additional areas of business carved out specifically for locals with the forthcoming revision of the Local Content Act, the Director of the country’s Local Content Secretariat Michael Munroe said on Tuesday. “I can say safely that we have already identified at least 20…
Wood, Massy and Tagman launch new joint-venture business in Guyana
See below the full press release issued: Wood, Massy and Tagman yesterday announced the launch of WMT Guyana, a new joint–venture operating company in which Tagman holds a 51% shareholding. WMT Guyana brings together the proven capabilities of Wood, Massy, and Tagman to deliver engineering led studies and design services,…
Extradition case further adjourned as Nazar remains ill
The extradition proceedings involving Nazar and Azruddin Mohamed were further adjourned on Wednesday after Nazar informed the court that he remains unwell and is still recovering from ongoing medical complications. Both father and son were present early in the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court, as the matter was called before Magistrate Judy…
115 drivers face penalties for dangerous driving
At least 115 dangerous driving cases captured by traffic cameras have already been processed in the courts, with offenders facing fines and, in some instances, suspension of their driver’s licences. The Guyana Police Force (GPF) reported that hundreds of incidents detected through the Safe Road Intelligent System (SRIS) have advanced…
Six hotels offering local rates, Rodrigues confirms no conditions for bookings
Guyanese can now access discounted hotel accommodation at six hotels offering a special local rate of US$200 per night plus tax, with no booking conditions attached, according to Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodrigues. The minister confirmed during a recent interview that the initiative is already underway and…
Gas development: Exxon ready to match Guyana Govt’s pace of development
The Irfaan Ali-led administration has fast-tracked oil development in Guyana, and now that the government is aggressively pushing for natural gas developments, an ExxonMobil Executive says the company is ready to match that pace. “When the government advances permitting, approvals, and market frameworks, we will advance engineering, exceution and investment…
T20 World Cup: South Africa cruise past UAE in final group game to remain unbeaten
South Africa fine-tuned their preparations for the T20 World Cup Super Eights by cruising to a six-wicket win against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in their final group game in Delhi. Set a target of 123 by the UAE, who had already been eliminated, South Africa knocked off the runs…
U16 Inter-County: Seecharran’s majestic 151 drives Demerara to massive win; Berbice defeat Essequibo
Lomar Seecharran, the 14-year-old batting prodigy, made his loudest statement yet in the Under-16 Inter-County 50-over tournament, smashing a masterful 151 to lead Demerara to a crushing 252-run victory over the GCB Select XI at La Bonne Intention. The win, coupled with Berbice’s 73-run triumph over Essequibo, ensures that both…
CPL confirms Kingsman Sports Enterprise as new owners of Jamaica-based franchise
Kingsmen Sports Enterprise has officially confirmed its entry into the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) with the launch of a new franchise based in Jamaica, marking a significant new chapter for cricket on the island and a major commitment to sustainable economic growth, cultural celebration, and elite sporting development….
