The trial into the March 2020 General and Regional Elections has been adjourned until November 17, 2025 when proceedings will continue before Magistrate Faith McGusty at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts. The adjournment follows last week’s proceedings, during which new evidence was presented, previous witnesses were cross-examined, and a void dire…
President Ali promises ‘big investment’ as Guyana targets major motor racing event in 2026
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has announced ambitious plans to invest significantly in the country’s motorsport infrastructure as Guyana aims to become a key regional hub for elite motor racing, potentially hosting a major GT3 series from 2026. Speaking on the rise of sport in Guyana, President Ali confirmed motor racing…
Police preparing to seek legal advice in gas station attack probe
Police investigators probing the deadly attack at the Mobil Gas Station on Regent and King Streets, Georgetown, are now preparing to seek legal advice as the investigation continues. Crime Chief Wendell Blanhum told the News Room on Monday that the case file is being prepared to be sent for legal…
Linden miner, 22, shot dead at Issano Landing
Samuel Marciano, a 22-year-old miner from One Mile, Wismar, Linden died after he was shot multiple times at 14 Miles, Issano Landing, Middle Mazaruni during a social gathering. Police Headquarters reported that the shooting occurred at about 01:00hrs on Sunday. According to reports, Marciano was reportedly shot by two known…
Knight Riders win Kissoon’s T10 Tapeball at upgraded GNIC ground
The newly upgraded GNIC Sports Club came alive on Sunday (November 2) as it hosted the second monthly Kissoon’s T10 Tapeball Tournament, proudly sponsored by Bumper to Bumper. Fans were treated to an exciting day of cricket, showcasing the incredible depth of local talent as teams, including Ministry of Housing, Eastsyde, Vipers, Brooklyn Youth, Maverickz, East West Matadors, GT Flames and Knight…
Lall scorches Group Four; Redford showcases GT3 prowess and Seejatan continues Group Two dominance
Quinlal Lall, Will Redford, and Shan Seejatan delivered spectacular, sweeping performances at the Caribbean Clash of Champions on Sunday, with the trio dominating their respective classes at the Guyana Motor Racing & Sports Club (GMR&SC) event at South Dakota Circuit. The day belonged to the clean sweepers, but the sheer…
No swearing-in of Opposition Leader tomorrow as 13th Parliament convenes
The opening of Guyana’s 13th Parliament is set for Monday, when all Members of Parliament (MPs), both government and non-government, will be sworn in. While 29 non-government MPs will take their oaths of office, no swearing-in of an Opposition Leader will take place. The official order paper for the parliamentary…
Local shipping association working with regional partners to restore normal cargo flow
See below full release from the Shipping Association of Guyana: The Shipping Association of Guyana (SAG) wishes to update the business community and the general public on the recent regional disruptions affecting the flow of containerised cargo to Guyana. As a result of Hurricane Melissa, the Port of Kingston in…
BritCham Guyana partners with Maxi Priest to support Jamaica hurricane relief efforts
The British Chamber of Commerce Guyana (BritCham Guyana) is proud to announce a collaboration with internationally renowned artist Maxi Priest to raise funds for hurricane relief efforts in Jamaica. In the wake of the recent devastating hurricane, BritCham Guyana and Maxi Priest have joined forces to rally support from businesses…
India Women beat South Africa for historic World Cup win
Jubilant India held their nerve under the weight of huge expectation to beat South Africa by 52 runs and clinch a historic first Women’s World Cup win. The showpiece event in front of a raucous, sold-out 45,000 crowd was delayed by two hours because of rain but no overs were…
