During a press conference on Thursday, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo rejected suggestions that the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) is controlling or influencing the content posted on various media platforms. He clarified that while individuals are free to express support for the party on social media, the PPP/C does not…
Jagdeo weighs in on Melly Mel’s case, says U.S. immigration policies beyond Guyana’s control
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo on Thursday urged the opposition to direct their protests against the U.S. government, rather than the Guyanese government, over the arrest and detention of social media activist Melissa Atwell, who was recently detained by U.S. immigration authorities. Dr. Jagdeo addressed Tuesday’s protests at the Square…
Jagdeo weighs in on Melly Mel’s case, says U.S. immigration policies beyond Guyana’s control
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo on Thursday urged the opposition to direct their protests against the U.S. government, rather than the Guyanese government, over the arrest and detention of social media activist Melissa Atwell, who was recently detained by U.S. immigration authorities. Dr. Jagdeo addressed Tuesday’s protests at the Square…
APNU+AFC has no plan, just a list of promises heading into the 2025 election
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has labelled the opposition’s approach to the 2025 elections as a mere collection of promises with no clear plans for the future of the country. Referencing the opposition’s campaign flyers, which are currently circulating among the public, Jagdeo questioned the credibility of the promises being…
Truck drivers will be accommodated on Supenaam ferry during busy paddy season- Edghill assures
Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill has assured truck drivers that no effort will be spared to ensure that they are accommodated on the Supenaam ferry during the busy paddy season. Edghill engaged the truck drivers at the Parika Stelling on Wednesday night. “He (Edghill) reassured them that every effort…
Family devastated after metal gate falls on toddler, claiming her life
A heartbreaking incident on the Essequibo Coast has claimed the life of three-year-old Alaia Etwaroo, a preschool student, following a tragic accident at her family home on Wednesday. The incident occurred around 17:20hrs at Lot 98, ‘EX Mouth’, Essequibo Coast, where Alaia lived with her mother, 28-year-old Saudia Hannif, a…
Sampson, Ramsammy, Sukhwa and Thorne among Guyana’s draft picks for Breakout T20 League
Quentin Sampson, Zeynul Ramsammy, Isai Thorne, Richie Looknauth, and Adrian Sukhwa have secured spots in the Guyana Rainforest Rangers squad for the upcoming Cricket West Indies (CWI) Breakout T20 League. Sukhwa, who topped the run charts with 241 in last year’s Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) T20 tournament, and Ramsammy, who…
Forests and Foods: A tapestry of livelihood
By Shara Seelall of FAO (Guyana) Guyana is a living testament to the profound and inextricable link between “Forest and Foods”, this year’s theme for International Day of Forests, celebrated on March 21. Beyond the majestic trees and sprawling landscapes, Guyana’s forest is a story of human connection, particularly for…
‘Absurd’ defence lawyers now seek to blame observers for interference in 2020 elections – Nandlall
In his Tuesday night’s ‘Issues in the News’ commentary, Attorney General Anil Nandlall made a striking claim regarding the ongoing fraud trials related to the 2020 elections. He labelled the defence strategy as “absurd” and accused the defence lawyers of attempting to deflect blame onto election observers. Nandlall, speaking candidly,…
‘Absurd’ defence lawyers now seek to blame observers for interference in 2020 elections – Nandlall
In his Tuesday night’s ‘Issues in the News’ commentary, Attorney General Anil Nandlall made a striking claim regarding the ongoing fraud trials related to the 2020 elections. He labelled the defence strategy as “absurd” and accused the defence lawyers of attempting to deflect blame onto election observers. Nandlall, speaking candidly,…
