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The United States government wants to push new partnerships and better align trade policies with Guyana and other countries within the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), its trade representative Ambassador Katherine Tai said during a recent visit to Georgetown. Ambassador Tai told the News Room that the US holds its trade policy as a key part of
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A driver and four passengers in his car were arrested on Saturday night after Police ranks nabbed them with an unlicensed gun and ammunition at Success, East Coast Demerara (ECD). Police Headquarters reported that ranks from the Beterverwagting Police Station were on mobile anti-crime patrol duty at about 23:50 hrs Saturday when they intercepted a
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Raymond Knipe, a 70-year-old electrician of Norton Street, Lodge, Georgetown, was injured Saturday night after he was shot by a gunman who infiltrated his premises. Police Headquarters noted that Knipe parked a bus (#BNN 9253) in his yard at about 21:15 hrs Saturday. At that time, a man dressed in black clothing, including a hoodie
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Julien Alfred made history on Saturday, becoming the first athlete from St. Lucia to win an Olympic gold medal in the women’s 100m at the Paris Olympic Games. In a stunning display of speed and determination, Alfred crossed the finish line first, and, much like she did when she copped the World Indoor title earlier
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Dwayne Griffith, a 26-year-old Kitty, Georgetown businessman, was nabbed with an unlicensed 9mm pistol and 11 matching rounds of ammunition at about 08:30 hrs Saturday. Police Headquarters reported that ranks were on mobile patrol duty on Robb Street, Georgetown, when they received information and proceeded to the Red Dragon Night Club. There, they contacted Griffith and
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A total of 63 companies have already signed up for the Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo (GECSEC), carded for February 18th to 21st, 2025 at the Marriott Hotel in Georgetown. This flagship event, which enjoys the full support of the Guyana government, promises to be an unparalleled gathering of regional Heads of State,
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See below the full statement from the GCCI:  The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has noted with concern the recent call by former Minister of Public Security, Mr. Khemraj Ramjattan, advocating for the re-institution of the 02:00hrs curfew as a solution to the alarming rise in road fatalities. The Chamber firmly opposes this
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The Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) on Friday, August 2, 2024, signed approximately GY$250 million in contracts to begin infrastructure works for fourteen (14) small water treatment plants in Regions 4, 5 and 6. These are part of an overall GY$1.3 billion investment programme to deliver treated water access for over 63,000 residents in small coastal
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ENet, Guyana’s only locally-owned telecommunications company, is offering Guyanese the opportunity to experience the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 at its pop-up launch event this weekend at the Movietowne Mall. These Samsung devices combine cutting-edge hardware with advanced artificial intelligence (AI) features, offering users an experience that pushes the boundaries of connectivity. After
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The best of the best in Guyana will be on show when the Kares One Guyana T10 Tapeball Blast commences today at the Queen’s College Ground, Police Sports Club Ground and the Lusignan Community Centre. 32 teams will be on show in a straight knockout contest. 16 will remain, and 16 will go home. John
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