General Secretary of the Clerical and Commercial Workers Union (CCWU), Sherwood Clarke, used the Labour Day platform on May 1st, 2026 at the National Park in Georgetown to call for stronger legal protections against workplace discrimination, urging reforms to Guyana’s Prevention of Discrimination Act. Speaking to workers, union members and…
ICJ hearings: Guyana dismantles Venezuela’s position with historical records
Guyana’s case before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) moved into legal focus on Monday as its team of international attorneys systematically challenged Venezuela’s arguments, setting the stage for what could be a decisive ruling on the long-standing border controversy. At the centre of the legal exchanges were two key…
Guyanese Kenisha Headley graduates from International Coaching Enrichment Certification Programme
PRESS RELEASE || The Guyana Olympic Association (GOA) proudly announces that Kenisha Headley- sports administrator, Head teacher, Athletics coach, and Assistant Secretary of the Athletic Association of Guyana (AAG)- has successfully completed the International Coaching Enrichment Certification Programme (ICECP) at the University of Delaware. Nominated by the AAG through the…
GBA President hails Kremlev’s contribution to boxing following prestigious recognition by Putin
President of the Guyana Boxing Association (GBA), Steve Ninvalle, has extended congratulations to International Boxing Association (IBA) President Umar Kremlev following his recent recognition by Russian President Vladimir Putin with the prestigious Order of Friendship. Kremlev was bestowed with the honour in recognition of his significant contributions to international sport…
ICJ hearings: Guyanese public servants bring Essequibo to life
On the opening day of oral hearings at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), Guyana’s case was not only argued through legal principles, but it was also brought to life through the voices of two long-serving public servants whose work and personal ties reflect the deep national significance of the…
Sunil Narine- an elite bowler in an elite IPL club
Sunil Narine became the first overseas bowler, and the third overall, to take 200 wickets in the IPL when he dismissed Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Salil Arora on Sunday. Narine now joins an elite list, which includes only Yuzvendra Chahal and Bhuvneshwar Kumar. Narine is also the first bowler to take 200 wickets for a single…
Man, 27, shot and arrested after allegedly opening fire on police during ECD operation
Police are investigating a shooting incident that unfolded Saturday night at Vryheid’s Lust, East Coast Demerara, during which a man was shot and later arrested after allegedly firing at ranks. According to preliminary reports, the incident occurred around 21:00 hrs after police received information about a male reportedly walking in…
Struggle continues in honour of Ramphal, Harper as ICJ hearings begin in Guyana-Venezuela border case
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Monday commenced oral hearings in the long-standing border controversy between Guyana and Venezuela, marking a historic phase in one of the country’s most consequential legal battles. Guyana opened the first round of arguments at the Peace Palace in The Hague, with Minister of…
Venezuelan arrested after firearm discovered during police patrol in Georgetown
Police in Regional Division 4 ‘A’ are investigating the discovery of a firearm following an operation conducted on Saturday evening at the intersection of Regent and Light Streets, Georgetown. According to police, the incident occurred around 20:00 hrs while ranks were conducting mobile patrols in the Regent Street area. Officers…
Two security guards in custody after police uncover illegal firearm during East Coast patrol
Police are investigating the discovery of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition following a patrol operation conducted on Saturday evening along the Beterverwagting Public Road, East Coast Demerara. According to police reports, the discovery was made around 18:30 hrs in the vicinity of Granville Park during a routine patrol. Enquiries revealed…
