Action heated up in the Berbice Football Association (BFA) Senior Men’s League this week, with the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport-sponsored competition drawing larger crowds on its second day at the All Saints Ground in New Amsterdam. Three matches were played, delivering comeback victories for Paradise FC and Ithaca…
15 bridge contracts awarded to advance Schoonord to Parika highway project
Contracts to build 15 bridges have been awarded as part of the $15.1 billion Schoonard to Parika Four-Lane Highway project, one of the country’s largest infrastructure undertakings. Aimed at boosting connectivity and easing congestion along the West Demerara corridor, the project requires the construction of a connector bridge at Canal…
Hampton Court to host Queensway Inter-County 50-Over final on November 1
The Queensway Senior Inter-County Super 50 Cup final will be contested on Saturday, November 1, at the Joe Jagmohan Ground in Hampton Court, Essequibo Coast. The final was initially set for October 26, but the Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) confirmed the date change following consultations with tournament sponsors, Queensway Security…
Archery Guyana gets kit boost for Caribbean Championships
Guyana’s national archery team has received a significant lift ahead of the 2025 Caribbean Development Championships (CDC) after Guyana Beverages Inc. (GBI) delivered the official team attire. The support, which sees 31 athletes and 11 officials—a total of 42 individuals—outfitted in branded shirts, fulfills an agreement under a Memorandum of Understanding…
Venezuelan man electrocuted while cleaning yard at Bachelors Adventure
Police are investigating the death of 23-year-old Jusus Bagot, a Venezuelan national and maintenance worker, who was electrocuted on Wednesday while cleaning his yard at Bachelors Adventure, East Coast Demerara. Preliminary reports indicate that Bagot was at his residence when he accidentally came into contact with an electrical source. Public-spirited…
Weapons, cannabis & phones found during early-morning raid at New Amsterdam Prison
A joint security operation at the New Amsterdam Prison on Monday morning led to the discovery of several prohibited items, including improvised weapons, cannabis, and mobile phones. The ‘Prison Search Operation’, conducted between 06:00 and 08:10 hrs, was a coordinated effort between the Guyana Police Force and the Guyana Prison…
Contractor dies, another hospitalised in bee attack at Triumph worksite
Police are investigating a tragic incident at Surat Drive, Triumph, East Coast Demerara, on Wednesday that claimed the life of a 29-year-old contractor and left another man critically injured after they were attacked by a swarm of bees while on the job. Dead is Winston Semple, a contractor of Prince…
Jennifer Ally summoned by ERC for racial social media remarks
The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) notes with deep concern the recent racially charged statements circulated on social media by Ms. Jennifer Ally who was previously cautioned for similar conduct. Such comments are divisive, offensive, and contrary to the spirit of respect and harmony that the Commission continues to advocate across…
Foreign Affairs Ministry flags contradictions from Venezuelan Ambassador over Mohamed’s visit to embassy
See below full statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation notes with concern the recent comments made by the Venezuelan Ambassador in Georgetown, and questions why the Ambassador is being secretive about the visit of Mr. Nazar…
‘I have nothing to say’ – Lowenfield silent as key 2020 elections interview played in court
The trial into the March 2020 General and Regional elections continued on Wednesday with the spotlight on a video interview involving former Chief Elections Officer, Keith Lowenfield. Sergeant Alwyn Jones who is attached to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) testified about interviews he conducted early in the investigation, which began…
