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APNU, WIN clash over Opposition-appointed GECOM Commissioners

THE A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) and We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) political parties are at a standoff over the composition of the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) as WIN is pushing for the resignation of the opposition-appointed commissioners, a move resisted by APNU Chairman, Aubrey Norton. According to an article published by Demerara Waves […]
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President Ali hails Corentyne River Bridge as catalyst for regional integration

–during meeting with Suriname’s President –leaders pledge close coordination on timely completion of transformative project PRESIDENT Dr. Irfaan Ali and Suriname’s President Dr. Jennifer Geerlings-Simons met in Nickerie, Suriname, on Saturday to discuss bilateral initiatives aimed at strengthening trade, tourism, and regional connectivity. At the centre of discussions was the long-anticipated bridge over the Corentyne […]
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PNC/R Executive Member Mervyn Williams cuts ties with party during live programme

In a stunning public announcement, Mervyn Williams has resigned from the People’s National Congress Reform (PNC/R), citing “unfortunate occurrences” which he said made his continued participation untenable. Williams made the announcement during a live broadcast of his political talk show, Nation Watch, on Sunday, while featuring Terrence Campbell, who will be the PNC/R-led A […]
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‘Guyana has truly lost an outstanding citizen, Foreign Service has lost one of its finest’

—President Ali expresses condolences on passing of Elizabeth Harper PRESIDENT Dr. Irfaan Ali observed a minute of silence this evening at State House following the passing of career diplomat Elisabeth Harper. The Ambassador served in many positions, including Guyana’s Ambassador to CARICOM and Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. President Ali said: “ […]
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Terrence Campbell leads new list of APNU MPs

–controversial David Hinds among picks SEE FULL RELEASE FROM A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) : Chairman of A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) and Representative of the party’s List for the 2025 General and Regional Elections, Aubrey Norton, today announced the names of 12 individuals who will serve as Members of Parliament in […]
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Court orders ‘Melly Mel’ to pay $38M in damages for defaming Balwant Singh Hospital, CEO

THE High Court has handed down a $35 million judgment against Guyanese social media influencer Melissa Ann Atwell, popularly known as “Melly Mell,” after ruling that a series of Facebook posts she made in June 2019 defamed Dr. Balwant Singh’s Hospital Inc. and its Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Madhu Singh. Justice Fidela Corbin-Lincoln, delivering the […]
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With all indication of free, fair elections: acceptance is the highest form of patriotism

— Figueira urges respect for results of 2025 polls Former PNC/APNU Member of Parliament, Jermaine Figueira, who has since crossed over to the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C), has issued a strong call for political maturity, urging all sides to accept the results of Guyana’s 2025 General and Regional Elections. Figueira described acceptance as “the highest […]
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GCCI praises ‘peaceful, free and transparent’ elections

See full statement from the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry: The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) commends Guyana’s electorate on a peaceful, free, fair, and transparent polling day on September 1, 2025, that displayed maturity and stability during this crucial democratic process. The Chamber also applauds the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) for […]
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