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Agriculture, forestry and fishing sectors grew by 11% in 2024 – Dr. Singh

January 17, 2025 Editor 0

Guyana’s agriculture, forestry, and fishing sectors experienced an 11 per cent growth in 2024. Senior Minister in the Office of the President with responsibility for Finance and Public Service, Dr. Ashni Singh made this announcement during the presentation of Budget 2025 on Friday. “This performance is mainly attributed to increases in rice, other crops, and […]

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Crime

GPF Reports Decrease in Serious Crimes in 2024 Following SAFE Country Initiative

January 17, 2025 Editor 0

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) recorded a significant reduction in serious crimes for the year 2024. The decrease is credited to strategic measures implemented by the government, particularly the SAFE Country initiative, according to Minister of Home Affairs, Robeson Benn. The establishment of command centres has been identified as a critical factor in crime prevention […]

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Politics

Suresh Singh replaces Dharamkumar Seeraj as Member of Parliament

January 17, 2025 Editor 0

Suresh Singh, who serves as the Director of Youth in the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, was sworn in as a Member of Parliament moments ago. Singh, who was on the national top-up list for the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C), replaced Dharamkumar Seeraj. Seeraj has been appointed as Guyana’s High Commissioner to India. […]

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Politics

“These gimmicks by the opposition only show how far they’ve fallen” —Jagdeo

January 17, 2025 Editor 0

Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has sharply criticized the opposition’s for forming smaller political parties ahead of the 2025 general elections, calling it a sign of desperation and political irrelevance. Speaking during his weekly press conference, Dr. Jagdeo described these entities as “zero parties” that lack genuine public support and serve only to complicate the […]

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Politics

Jagdeo Welcomes James Bond’s Endorsement of President Ali, Denies Any Promises Made

January 17, 2025 Editor 0

Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has welcomed the endorsement of President Irfaan Ali by former People’s National Congress Reform (PNC/R) member James Bond, describing the move as a significant decision that reflects a growing trend of political shifts toward the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C). Speaking at his weekly press conference, Dr. Jagdeo emphasized that […]

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Politics

$6.4B owed to City Council by PNC/R

January 17, 2025 Editor 0

Vice President and General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo on Thursday criticized the Mayor and City Council for its failure to recover billions in unpaid taxes, an issue he claims has contributed to the ongoing strike by city workers. The vice president highlighted financial mismanagement and inaction by the […]

State Bulletins

Brutus’ “diversity policy” lawsuit a PR stunt—Jagdeo

January 17, 2025 Editor 0

DPI || General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, has dismissed the “diversity policy” lawsuit by embattled Assistant Commissioner of Police Calvin Brutus as a desperate publicity stunt to grab headlines. He confirmed that the Attorney General’s Chambers and Ministry of Legal Affairs have not been served with a notice, despite news […]

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State Bulletins

Geotechnical study delays port kaituma stelling completion

January 17, 2025 Editor 0

The completion of the $1.4 billion Port Kaituma stelling has been delayed due to geotechnical challenges and design flaws, according to recent statements from the Ministry of Public Works and the project’s contractor. Speaking with the media, the Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, explained that earth movements in the area have caused failure in […]

Crime

“Whenever he got money, he would go and smoke. He would behave badly at home, but never to outsiders” — mother of Pierri

January 17, 2025 Editor 0

The mother of Roger Erwyn Pierri, the 55-year-old man fatally shot by police in Airy Hall, Mahaicony, East Coast Demerara (ECD), after he went berserk and viciously attacked several persons said he would behave badly at home, but never to outsiders. Pierri’s mother, Pamela De Silva, described him as a troubled yet loving son who […]

Special Features

Tassarene Man, who vanished 25 years ago, reunited with family

January 16, 2025 Editor 0

A heartwarming story unfolded on January 15, 2025, when a long-lost family member, Nick Romalho, 45, of Tassarene Village, Region Seven (7) reunited with his relatives after being separated for 25 years. The remarkable moment took place at Toroparo, Region 7, as Nick, who had been missing from his family for more than two decades, […]

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