Head of Consular Section at Russian Embassy in Guyana passes away
The Russian Embassy yesterday announced the passing of Mikhail Alexandrovich Kokurin, Attaché, Head of the Consular Section on October 28, 2026.
Rebuke of Counsel to MV Barima CoI
In an extraordinary development, the Chairman of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) into the catastrophic sinking of the MV Barima, on October 29th issued a rebuke to the Counsel of the selfsame Commission over remarks attributed to them in a Department of Public Information (DPI) report on the question of seaworthiness certificates for government ferries.
Man dies in Rotterdam accident
The police say they are investigating a road accident which occurred today at about 06:30hrs on the Rotterdam Public Road, West Coast Demerara and claimed the life of Wendell Softley.
GPHC completes 100 robotic-assisted surgeries
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) says it has successfully completed 100 robotic-assisted surgical procedures since the launch of its programme on May 26, 2026.
UK PM says he is ‘open’ to formal apology for slavery, but rules out reparations
LONDON, (Reuters) – British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he is open to calls for a formal apology for Britain’s historical role in slavery, before attending next week’s Commonwealth summit at which he is likely to face demands for financial reparations.
Brazil’s Lula faces spending rows as supporters oppose tougher fiscal measures
BRASILIA, (Reuters) – Less than a week after Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s re-election, members of his government and Workers Party (PT) are drawing red lines around potential tougher spending measures, underscoring the challenge of slowing Brazil’s rising debt amid resistance from his political base.
Mohamed, constable remanded over CCTV footage
-as lawyers challenge refusal of bail Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed and Police Constable Ryan Greene were yesterday afternoon remanded to prison by Magistrate Abigail Gibbs in connection with the alleged unauthorised obtaining and disclosure of police surveillance footage, with their lawyers announcing plans to seek bail in the High Court.
West Indies need 170 to win after Chase five-for in Dhaka
(ESPN) John Campbell survived three lbw appeals during the only over West Indies played in their fourth-innings chase of 170 before lunch on day four of the Dhaka Test.
US$12.5m conservation pledge to Guyana tied to protection against mining, logging
Four philanthropic organisations have pledged an initial US$12.5 million to support conservation in Guyana, with funding for the proposed Acarai–Rupununi Corridor dependent on permanent legal protection against mining, industrial logging and other activities incompatible with conservation.
Narine’s shooting at Mohamed’s car unjustified under police rules — Slowe
Retired Assistant Commissioner of Police Paul Slowe says Senior Superintendent Prem Narine’s shooting at the car carrying Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed could not be justified under the force’s rules of engagement, arguing that the official account failed to establish grounds for opening fire.
Right test for GuySuCo is net economic return to Guyana, not accounting profit alone
Dear Editor, I refer to the letter captioned “This loss is unprecedented in GuySuCo’s history”, published in Kiskadee Watch on October 26, 2026.
Rickleton, Mulder tons as S Africa set Australia 288 to win decider
CAPE TOWN, (Reuters) – Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder struck centuries as South Africa were bowled out for 387 to close day four of the decisive third test against Australia yester, setting the touring side a victory target of 288 on the final day.
President proposes common incentives to attract biodiversity investment
President Irfaan Ali has proposed that members of the Global Biodiversity Alliance adopt common fiscal incentives and regulations to attract conservation investment, while challenging participating countries to prepare at least one project for financing before they meet again next year.
APNU `deeply concerned’ at remanding of Opposition Leader
-asks where is rule of law in Karimbaksh case A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) last night said that it is “deeply concerned” by the remand to prison of the Leader of the Opposition, Azruddin Mohamed following his latest arrest and charge.
Exxon, Chevron profits beat forecasts, refining margins surge during wars
HOUSTON, (Reuters) – ExxonMobil and Chevron both beat analyst expectations for quarterly profit yesterday, as soaring refining margins increased earnings from their fuel-making businesses — which typically have smaller profits — to rival the upstream segments.
Each beekeeper to get 10 beehive boxes – Mustapha
Agriculture Minister, Zulfikar Mustapha last evening announced that every beekeeper in Guyana will receive ten beehive boxes as part of the Government’s ongoing efforts to expand honey production.
Where is my father?’ — MV Barima victim’s daughter protests police treatment near seawall
Jasmine Cort, whose father Neil Cort remains missing following the MV Barima disaster, yesterday protested the treatment of grieving relatives by police after an encounter near the Kingston seawall that at one point left her seated on the ground.
King Charles receives key to city
–meets business and Indigenous leaders King Charles III received a ceremonial city honour from Georgetown Mayor Alfred Mentore, met Indigenous leaders and attended a business reception yesterday, during a programme that also included tributes to fallen servicemen and discussions on conservation.
Getting to know Eusi
By Khafra Kambon Khafra Kambon is a founding member of National Joint Action Committee (NJAC) and Co-Founding Chair of the Emancipation Support Committee of Trinidad and Tobago.
King Charles’ association with the Guyanese people has been a fulfilling one
Dear Editor, The first time, as the then Minister of Foreign Affairs, I met Prince Charles, it was at a reception hosted by his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, during the 15th Meeting of the Heads of Government of the Commonwealth of Nations held in Edinburgh, Scotland, between 24 October and 27, 1997 Regrettably owing to her hectic schedule at home President Janet Jagan was not available to attend the Edinburgh meeting.