Global support mounts over Guyana’s right to develop its resources

–stakeholders back President Ali’s thrust; spur renewed focus on environmental justice PRESIDENT Dr Irfaan Ali’s recent interview with BBC’s Stephen Sackur has garnered significant attention worldwide, as the Guyanese leader’s steadfast stance on climate change, environmental preservation, and his challenge to perceived Western hypocrisy has sparked a global conversation. During the interview on BBC’s HARDtalk, […]

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"Bartica Easter Regatta 2023: Prime Minister Phillips Pledges Continuous Government Support"

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  Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret'd) Mark Phillips has affirmed the government's unwavering support for the development of Bartica and the entire Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) in Guyana. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the Bartica Easter Regatta 2023, Phillips labelled the event as the "signature tourist event" in the region, and pledged continuous government support for it and other similar activities. Phillips also highlighted the significant budgetary allocations made by the People's Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) administration towards the comprehensive vision for the transformation of the region, and assured residents that Bartica and Region Seven were integral parts of the country's development plans. He further commended the private sector for supporting the Bartica Regatta and urged them to play an active role in the region's development. The Prime Minister went on to applaud the work of the Bartica Town Council and the event's organizing c...
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Cybercrime Trial Takes a Dangerous Turn: Gunman Fires at Photographer's Home

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  In a shocking incident, a gunman opened fire at the home of a photographer who is currently on trial for cybercrime charges. Let's get into the details. Last night, at around 10:30 pm, a gunman arrived on a motorcycle and fired eight rounds at the Eccles, Easy Bank Demerara (EBD) home of photographer Keron Bruce, who is currently on trial for cybercrime charges. Fortunately, no one was injured during the attack, as Bruce, his wife, and son were at home at the time of the incident. According to reports, the gunman hit Bruce's house and a vehicle in the yard. The police were alerted and arrived at the scene shortly after the incident. The investigation is ongoing, and no arrests have been made yet. Keron Bruce, a father of two, is on trial before Diamond/Golden Grove Magistrate Sunil Scarce, accused of being the person behind the social media cartoon character “Mudwata”. The police have alleged that “Mudwata” made slanderous publications about several individuals, which is in ...
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Guyana, China celebrate 50 years of friendship with $15M pavilion

A STRIKING new Chinese pavilion symbolising 50 years of bilateral relations between Guyana and China is the most recent addition to the Lamaha Street beautification project. Being the first of its kind, the $15M pavilion was officially commissioned on Wednesday at the Parade Street entrance to the Lamaha ‘safe space.’ Foreign Secretary Robert Persaud said … Guyana, China celebrate 50 years of friendship with $15M pavilion Read More »
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