Guyana News

Primary Schoolchildren Caught With Vapes, FGM Raises Alarm

Region Four education officials say vaping products are still being found with schoolchildren, including at primary level, intensifying calls for Guyana’s planned import ban to be implemented quickly. Opposition MP Natasha Fast says the government must set a timeline and enforce existing laws against retailers, while also pushing public education for parents and schools.

By Village Voice

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Mohamed Gets His Own Voice in High Court Bail Battle

The High Court allowed Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed to file his own affidavit in support of his bail bid, after the State sought to strike parts of an affidavit filed by his mother. Justice Priscilla Chandra-Hanif also said his detention must not become oppressive as the court considers bail in a politically sensitive cybercrime case linked to the 12 October shooting incident.

By Village Voice

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Renewed Protest Over Azruddin Mohamed’s Detention

Supporters of Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed protested outside Georgetown’s High Court on Wednesday, demanding his release after he was remanded on a charge of attempting to bribe a public official in a case linked to leaked police surveillance footage. The demonstration, backed by other opposition members and civil society, also highlighted concerns about due process, equal treatment and confidence in Guyana’s justice system.

By Village Voice

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Belize to end Cuban medical brigade agreement but retain health professionals

Belize will not renew its decades-long medical cooperation agreement with Cuba, but Cuban doctors and other health workers already in the country will be offered individual contracts to stay on the job. The move aims to preserve services in a health system that relies on foreign staff, especially in underserved areas, while easing U.S. pressure on Cuba-related programmes.

By Village Voice

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Lindeners Had to Take to the Streets Before Government Moved to Address Power Crisis

Linden residents protested on Monday over repeated blackouts that disrupted homes, businesses, schools and water supply, with some areas reportedly without power for more than 30 hours. By Tuesday, the Ministry of Public Utilities said a 750-kVA backup generator had been installed at the West Watooka Water Treatment Plant, but the move does not solve the town’s wider electricity reliability problems.

By Village Voice

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Golden Jaguars target League A return and Gold Cup qualification

Guyana’s Golden Jaguars will host Cayman Islands and Puerto Rico in their final Concacaf Nations League League B matches, needing strong results to confirm promotion to League A and secure a place at next year’s Gold Cup. Marco Bonofiglio’s side has won all four games so far, including victories over Puerto Rico, Cayman Islands and Dominica, and has named a 21-man squad featuring new call-up Grant Wyles and returning attacker Stephen Duke-McKenna.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Works to repair damaged Konawaruk Bridge to begin immediately – Reg. 8 REO

Repairs to the Konawaruk wooden bridge on the Mahdia route will begin immediately after an apparent arson attack damaged part of the structure, Region Eight REO Martie De Souza said. The Ministry of Public Works will also start maintenance on the Mahdia–Mango Landing road this week, while police continue investigating the fire with no arrests made.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

U.S-backed training targets human traffickers, criminal networks

The Guyana Police Force has started a two-day workshop in Georgetown to strengthen investigations into human trafficking and transnational organised crime, with officers from border and interior regions taking part. Backed by PADF, the U.S. Embassy and local partners, the training focuses on identifying victims, improving referrals and coordinating more effectively across agencies.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

GGMC warns miners to ensure documents, gold sales records are in order ahead of licence renewals

Guyana’s Geology and Mines Commission has warned miners and shop operators that operations can be suspended immediately if they cannot show valid licences, permits and other required documents during inspections. Ahead of the January 2027 renewal period, the agency said accurate production records and gold sales must be kept and gold sold only through authorised channels to ensure compliance and accountability.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

King Charles brands UK slave trade ‘monstrous’ – but stops short of offering apology

King Charles told Commonwealth leaders in the Caribbean that the transatlantic slave trade fills him with “horror” and “profound personal sorrow,” but he stopped short of a formal apology. UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he is open to one and approved £40m in Caribbean aid, while ruling out direct reparations, intensifying debate over how Britain should respond.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Hanoman alleges Mohameds bribed successive govts. for decades

During bail proceedings for Azruddin Mohamed, prosecutor Glen Hanoman alleged that the Mohamed family had bribed governments for decades to avoid prosecution, saying that may explain why major investigations, including a murder case, stalled. Defence lawyers rejected the claims as unproven, while Nazar “Shell” Mohamed broke down in court after hearing his son could face more charges.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Extradition case... Forde grills spy chief over surveillance, missing records

At the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court, defence lawyers for Azruddin and Nazar Mohamed pressed Head of Special Branch Prem Narine on gaps and inconsistencies in his statements about surveillance, arrest warrants and extradition documents, arguing the omissions weaken the prosecution’s case. Chief Magistrate Judy Latchman separately ruled that Mohamed’s bail in the extradition matter stays in force despite his unrelated cybercrime remand. The hearing resumes on 23 November.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

MV Barima families in ninth week of protests, demand answers

Families and supporters of the MV Barima crew continued protests outside the Office of the President on Tuesday, marking nine weeks of demonstrations over the submerged vessel and the detention of three crew members: Delon Grandison, Rondel Roberts and Kevin Price. They want the vessel raised and the men released, saying the delay has left families without answers and closure.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

GHRA accuses U.S. of aiding ‘persecution’ of opposition leader

The Guyana Human Rights Association has accused the U.S. and Guyana governments of blurring the line between extradition and political persecution in the case against Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohammed, saying American legal counsel appears to be acting like a prosecutor. It has urged Washington to reconsider its role and called on international rights bodies and local civil society to closely monitor the proceedings.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Disabled daughter among three left homeless after Bloomfield fire

A fire believed to have been caused by an electrical fault destroyed the upper flat of Bhagwatie Ramcharan’s Bloomfield Village, Corentyne home, leaving her, her husband and their disabled daughter homeless. The blaze wiped out their belongings and business stock, with losses estimated at $2.5 million, and the family is now appealing for public help to find shelter and recover.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

‘GDF must remain apolitical, loyal to Constitution’ – Pres. Ali

President Irfaan Ali marked the Guyana Defence Force’s 61st anniversary by pledging continued investment in modern equipment, training and infrastructure, while urging the military to remain professional, apolitical and loyal to the Constitution. He said the GDF must defend Guyana’s sovereignty as the country grows more complex. Brigadier Omar Khan echoed the call for modernisation and readiness.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Essequibo man dies after jumping off truck

Twenty-three-year-old porter Arif Shadeek of Essequibo Coast died Monday after a truck accident on Tiger Creek Main Access Road in Region One. Police say two trucks were passing on a bend near a cliff when the vehicle he was in slipped off the road; he fell and suffered fatal head injuries. Two other men were hospitalized, and the other truck’s driver and porter are in custody.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Political parties, women’s group condemn ‘Douglas’ death in police custody

Political parties AFC and Forward Guyana Movement, along with Red Thread supporters, are demanding an independent probe into the death of 32-year-old Gavin Kennard Douglas after he was detained at Vreed-en-Hoop Police Station. A post-mortem found he died from a brain haemorrhage caused by blunt force trauma, intensifying calls for accountability and charges.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Chief Magistrate shuts down third bid to revoke Mohamed’s bail

Magistrate Judy Latchman kept Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed on bail after rejecting another prosecution bid to remand him, marking the third failed attempt to revoke his release. The court heard arguments over the Bail Act, alleged witness intimidation and pending investigations, but found no sufficient basis to remove his liberty.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

ExxonMobil tight-lipped on future plans for Guyana

ExxonMobil says it is working on plans beyond 2030 for Guyana’s Stabroek Block, including possible ninth and 10th offshore developments, but CEO Darren Woods said the company wants more certainty before making public commitments. Guyana’s oil minister confirmed the Rockhead-1 discovery, as questions grow over why reserves have not been updated despite 47 finds.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Democrats in midterm rout

Democrats won control of both the US House and Senate, handing President Donald Trump a major setback in midterm voting. CNN’s voter poll found most Americans disapprove of Trump and blame him for worsening economic conditions, with the cost of living a major factor in how they voted.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Opposition Leader Mohamed - counsel, care, and correction

In this opinion column, GHK Lall argues that Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed must change his approach, saying repeated arrests, court battles and clashes with authorities are weakening the office. The piece says Mohamed should focus on parliamentary work and disciplined leadership, rather than putting himself in situations that keep ending in legal trouble.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Selective outrage, unsupported conclusions and misplaced legal arguments

This opinion column criticizes the Guyana Human Rights Association’s Nov. 3 statement on the extradition case involving Mohamed, arguing it relies on speculation about political collusion rather than evidence. It says the focus should be on due process and the courts, not claims that Guyana and the United States are jointly targeting a political opponent.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Return of the dark days of police brutality

In this editorial, Kaieteur News says the death of Gavin Kenard Douglas in police custody in Vreed-en-Hoop points to possible police brutality, with a post-mortem showing severe head and abdominal trauma. It calls for an independent investigation, secure surveillance footage, and accountability for any officers who used excessive force or misled investigators.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

GRA warns importers, retailers: Unstamped liquor will be seized

Guyana Revenue Authority says imported spirituous liquor without the required Excise Tax Stamp will be seized, and importers, wholesalers, and retailers could face prosecution under customs and tax laws. The agency is tightening enforcement against illicit trade and tax evasion, and is urging noncompliant businesses to regularise their operations.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

EPA splurges $13.8M on training in 2025

Guyana’s EPA spent $13.8 million on training and scholarships in 2025, up from $3 million in 2024, while its total income reached $1.232 billion. The increase comes amid ongoing criticism that the regulator lacks capacity and has been too lenient in overseeing oil and gas projects, including waiving some environmental impact assessments.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Guyana gat mo gas onshore dan offshore

This satirical Dem Boys Seh column ridicules government talk about a gas-to-shore project, joking that politicians already produce enough “gas” to power the grid. It also uses a doctor joke to mock empty talk and suggest the issue is more noise than substance.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

King Charles III Praises Guyana’s Forest Conservation Efforts at Iwokrama Exhibition

Iwokrama International Centre showcased its forest conservation and community development work to Patron King Charles III at the Global Biodiversity Alliance Exhibition in Guyana. The King praised Guyana’s forest efforts, including its Low Carbon Development Strategy, and reaffirmed his long-standing support for Iwokrama’s conservation mission.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Scotiabank targets 1,750 Caribbean youths with renewable energy training

Scotiabank and Relay Education are launching a three-year programme to teach 1,750 young people in Guyana, Barbados and Jamaica about renewable energy, environmental sustainability and related careers. Starting in 2025, the initiative will use hands-on workshops, teacher training and community partnerships to build STEM skills and support the region’s clean energy transition.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Pres. Ali calls for stronger Commonwealth partnerships to advance biodiversity conservation

President Irfaan Ali urged Commonwealth leaders in Antigua and Barbuda to turn biodiversity pledges into financing, implementation and economic opportunity, saying Guyana’s Low Carbon Development Strategy and Global Biodiversity Alliance offer a model. He said conservation must benefit people and jobs, as the new Commonwealth Nature Initiative launched with a US$202.2 million pledge to help countries meet the 30×30 target.

By Kaieteur News

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Chief Magistrate Rejects Second Bid to Revoke Mohamed’s Bail

Chief Magistrate Judy Latchman rejected a second attempt by US prosecutors to revoke Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed’s bail in the extradition case, saying they had not provided enough evidence of a breach or flight risk. He remains in Lusignan Prison, however, because of a separate remand order in a Cybercrime Act case, deepening political and human rights concerns.

By Village Voice

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

ERC expands Harmony Clubs to three more schools in Region Six

The Ethnic Relations Commission and Ministry of Education launched three new Harmony Clubs at Corriverton, Rose Hall Town and All Saints primary schools in Region Six, expanding the programme to 18 schools across seven regions. The clubs aim to teach children respect, unity and cooperation, while discouraging bullying and prejudice in schools and communities.

By Village Voice

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

Porter dies after jumping from lorry near cliff in Region 1

A 23-year-old porter, Arif Shadeek of Essequibo Coast, died Monday after jumping from a lorry on the Tiger Creek Main Access Road in North West District when the vehicle slipped near a cliff. He suffered severe head injuries and was pronounced dead at Pakera District Hospital, while two others remain hospitalized and police are investigating.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

“We have to start from scratch” – fire leaves Blairmont family homeless

An early-morning fire destroyed the one-bedroom home of Blairmont estate worker Bishram Jaglal, leaving him, his wife and their two children homeless and without $200,000 in cash and household belongings. The blaze also killed more than 100 of his mother’s chickens and damaged her nearby home, though firefighters prevented it from being destroyed.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026

US extradition request: Chief Magistrate refuses prosecution bid to revoke bail of US-sanctioned father-son duo

Chief Magistrate Judy Latchman refused to revoke bail for Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed, saying unproven allegations and pending charges were not enough to keep him detained. The ruling means Azruddin and his father, Nazar Mohamed, remain free as their US extradition case continues, despite prosecution claims of witness interference and other new allegations.

By Guyana Times

Retrieved Nov 4, 2026