February 2025

As the demand for house lots continues to rise, the Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues, said that pending allocations are currently being “comprehensively” addressed. This, she said, is being done in all of the administrative regions except Region Four. “We have come up with a plan, led of course by
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Australia qualified for the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy at the expense of Afghanistan as their match in Lahore was abandoned following heavy rain. Sediqullah Atal’s composed 85 helped Afghanistan post a competitive, if not especially threatening, total of 273 on another batter-friendly surface at the Gaddafi Stadium. His 95-ball innings included three sixes and
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Jos Buttler has resigned as England’s white-ball captain following his side’s Champions Trophy exit. The 34-year-old will lead England for the final time in their last group match in the tournament against South Africa on Saturday. Defeat by Afghanistan on Wednesday knocked England out of the Champions Trophy- their third disappointing white-ball event in a
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The 10th edition of the Cheddi and Janet Jagan Memorial Windball Tournament was officially launched on Thursday (February 27) at the National Gymnasium on Mandela Avenue, promising an expanded and more competitive event this year. Unlike previous editions where only schools from Regions Three and Four competed, this year’s tournament will see representation from schools
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Three individuals are now homeless after a fire completely destroyed their one-bedroom flat house on Thursday afternoon. In an interview with reporters, Debra Timmers, 33, a self-employed resident of Mayor and Town Council Housing Scheme in New Amsterdam, Berbice, confirmed that she lived in the house with her son and common-law husband. At approximately 14:30
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The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved a new US$156 million project aimed at upgrading and rehabilitating Guyana’s road infrastructure. The Integrated Transport Corridors Project will focus on enhancing the country’s transport network in selected regions, making it more resilient to natural hazards and ensuring safer, more reliable mobility for residents. Guyana’s road
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The Georgetown Cricket Umpires and Scorers Association (GCUSA) has teamed up with FL Sport and the Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) to host a Level One course for aspiring cricket scorers. The one-day course is slated for March 9, 2025, from 09:30h to 14:00h at a venue to be confirmed. The course is designed for beginners
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President Dr Irfaan Ali emphasised that Ramadan is a time of blessings, mercy, and forgiveness, and a timely reminder of the importance of love, humanity, and peace. He referenced teachings from the Holy Quran to illustrate the principles of righteousness, and justice. According to President Ali, Ramadan is a time for spiritual reflection, as it
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The La Bonne Intention (LBI) cricket team recently received a complete set of uniforms and two boxes of cricket balls, compliments of GR Builders GY. The donation, according to president of the East Coast Demerara club Yeuraj ‘Randy’ Khemraj, is most welcome as it will serve to enhance the game there and give players a
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Caribbean leaders are hoping to engage the United States government on a range of issues including a recent decision to expand visa restrictions on officials believed to be involved in the export of Cuban workers. This is according to Guyana’s Vice President, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, who spoke at a People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) press
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