Justice, accountability, and the failure of police independence in Guyana By Syd Clarke, Guyana The recent tragic death of 11-year-old Adrianna Younge at the Double Day Hotel in Tuschen, Guyana, has reignited national outrage and deep concern about the integrity of law enforcement institutions in the country. For Canadians, particularly those with Caribbean heritage or […]
Annual event spotlights Indo-Caribbean heritage and youth leadership. The Toronto Arya Samaj and Vedic Cultural Centre will host its 27th Annual South Asian Heritage Month celebration on Saturday, May 3, commemorating the 187th Anniversary of the Arrival of Indians in Guyana. The event will take place at 4345 14th Avenue, Markham, and admission is free […]
Robert Eifler, CEO and President of Noble Corporation, a world-class offshore drilling company, has named Guyana the best offshore location globally, praising the country’s success, particularly in the Stabroek Block. In an interview with Offshore Magazine, Eifler discussed global offshore drilling trends and the increasing significance of regions like Guyana, which he called a key […]
By Kojo The Government of Guyana, in partnership with private sector stakeholders, will host a Job Fair in Toronto on Saturday, April 5, 2025, aimed at connecting Guyanese nationals in Canada with career and investment opportunities back home. The event will take place at the Toronto Don Valley Hotel & Suites starting at 11 a.m., […]
As territorial tensions between Guyana and Venezuela continue to simmer, Guyana’s government this week vowed to slap treason charges on any Guyanese who allows Venezuela to appoint or elect him or her as the governor of its oil-rich western region that Venezuela has threatened to annex and administrate. Minister of National Security Robeson Benn told […]
As territorial tensions between Guyana and Venezuela continue to simmer, Guyana’s government this week vowed to slap treason charges on any Guyanese who allows Venezuela to appoint or elect him or her as the governor of its oil-rich western region that Venezuela has threatened to annex and administrate. Minister of National Security Robeson Benn told […]
President of Guyana, Dr Irfaan Ali has been selected to replace Dr Keith Rowley as the new chairman of the CARICOM subcommittee on cricket. The announcement was made by outgoing chairman Dr Rowley on Friday during the final day of the 48th CARICOM Heads of Government meeting in Barbados. Dr Rowley revealed it would be […]
Caribbean leaders are set to tackle an unexpected issue during their upcoming summit in Barbados from February 19-21: the looming deportation of thousands of Caribbean nationals from the US. Originally, the agenda for the meeting, which includes discussions on climate change, security, Haiti, and regional trade issues, did not include deportations. However, officials now say […]
The government of Guyana is poised to receive over US$12 billion in oil revenues from 2025 to 2028, a crucial component in its broader development strategy. These funds, generated from crude oil sales and royalties, are being strategically invested to enhance the quality of life for Guyanese citizens. Already, over US$3 billion has been allocated […]
Guyana’s public and publicly guaranteed (PPG) debt surged dramatically in 2024, reaching US$5.993 billion, a 167% increase from US$2.239 billion in 2023. This significant rise in debt was revealed by Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh during his budget presentation on Friday, underscoring the government’s aggressive borrowing strategy. Despite this increase, Singh emphasized the government’s continued […]
