Guyana TV9
From Scavenging Bottles to Claiming Thrones, The Unbelievable Survival of Jumo Primo
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- From Scavenging Bottles to Claiming Thrones, The Unbelievable Survival of Jumo Primo
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- 6:16
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- In the heart of the Caribbean, one name echoes with the rhythm of resilience: Jumo “Rubber Waist” Primo. A seven-time Soca Monarch champion, Jumo’s life is a masterclass in turning struggle into a symphony. But before the bright lights and the roaring crowds, there was only the grind of survival. Adana Dorrick has tonight’s feature...
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- 6,500 Persons Caught and Counting, The Third Lane Crackdown Hits the Courts
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- 1:36
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Authorities are sounding the alarm on a growing trend of traffic lawlessness. The Guyana Police Force says thousands of drivers are being caught using road shoulders as "third lanes" to bypass congestion—a move they say is a recipe for disaster.
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- NO BREATHALYZER TEST IN FATAL DIAMOND CRASH DUE TO DRIVER’S MOUTH INJURIES
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- A 33-year-old minibus driver is dead following a violent high-speed collision on the Diamond New Interlink Road late Monday night. While one driver is in custody, questions are being raised after police confirmed that a breathalyzer test could not be administered at the scene. Viewers Discretion Advised...
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- CARICOM ADVANCES FREE MOVEMENT WITH EXPANDED SKILLS REGIME
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- 2:14
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The regional labour agenda reached a new milestone this week as CARICOM Ministers of Labour convened on Tuesday. The high-level meeting centered on the expansion of free movement and the finalization of crucial labour frameworks designed to integrate the Caribbean workforce. More from Colwyn...
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- GUYANA’S NON OIL ECONOMY SURGES BY 14 3%; MINISTER OUTLINES MAJOR BOOST FOR TOURISM AND SMALL BUSINE
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- 3:30
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Guyana’s non-oil economy grew by a robust 14.3% in 2025, highlighting massive opportunities for tourism, services, and entrepreneurship. Minister of Tourism, Industry, and Commerce, Hon. Susan Rodrigues, recently detailed initiatives aimed at strengthening small businesses and hinterland development Here’s more in this report…
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- BUDGET 2026 PRESIDENT ALI ANNOUNCES INTEREST FREE SEED CAPITAL FOR STARTUPS
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- 4:06
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali has reaffirmed that Budget 2026 is the blueprint for a "people-centered" Guyana. In an exclusive sit-down interview, the President detailed a wide-ranging policy framework aimed at converting the nation’s historic economic surge into tangible, household-level improvements. From the launch of the Guyana Development Bank to nationwide accessibility reforms, the 2026 agenda targets the upliftment of the vulnerable and the empowerment of the local entrepreneur. Colwyn Abrams has the details...
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- BUY LOCAL, EMPOWER FAMILIES, MINISTER BENN CHAMPIONS BARAMA’S ALL WOMEN PRODUCTION STRENGTH
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- 1:40
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Over 40% of the workforce at Barama Company Limited are women, many of whom are the sole breadwinners for their households. Minister within the Ministry of Housing, Hon. Vanessa Benn, is calling on the construction industry to prioritize Guyanese-made timber to sustain these families and the national economy Here is more
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- GUYANA’S Guyana Unveils Historic $1 558 Trillion ‘People First’ Budget for 2026
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- 5:51
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Guyana has reached a massive financial milestone. On Monday, Senior Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh laid a record-breaking $1.558 trillion national budget before the National Assembly. Dubbed “Putting the People First,” this 2026 fiscal plan—the first since the PPP/C’s landslide re-election—aims to turn the nation’s skyrocketing oil wealth into a modern reality for every citizen. Adana Dorrick Reports...
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- GUY TV9 NEWSCAST - 26 JAN, 2026
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- 42:39
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- PALMYRA MULTIPURPOSE FACILITY TO TRANSFORM BERBICE SPORTS, JOBS AND
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- 2:31
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- "A game-changer for the Guyanese sporting landscape"—this is how Minister Hon. Steven Jacobs described the Palmyra Multipurpose Facility during a site visit on Saturday, Set for completion in the
first quarter of 2026, the $3.7 billion ICC-standard stadium is poised to transform Region Six into a premier hub for international cricket and sports tourism, signaling a new era of economic opportunity and athletic excellence for Berbice. More from Faith Sandy
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- GOVERNMENT DEEPENS PARTNERSHIP WITH TIGER BAY THROUGH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES
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- 2:53
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Over the weekend, the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) Government reaffirmed its long-term commitment to the Tiger Bay community, outlining a wide-ranging partnership focused on development, security, youth empowerment, and economic opportunity. Here’s more…
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- YOUTH SHAPING EDUCATION, STUDENTS ENGAGED IN ANTI BULLYING POLICY TALKS
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- 2:04
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Over the weekend, the Ministry of Education commemorated International Day of Education 2026 under the global theme, "The Power of Youth in Co-Creating Education". The observance featured several initiatives aimed at empowering young people to shape the future of learning:
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- MINISTER MCCOY SLAMS APNU, BLAMES CITY STAGNATION ON YEARS OF MISMANAGEMENT
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- 3:03
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Minister Kwame McCoy has launched a blistering assault on the APNU-controlled City Council, branding Georgetown’s municipal leadership a ‘monument to decay’ and accusing Mayor Alfred Mentore of weaponizing incompetence to sabotage the capital’s transformation.”
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- FIRST FEMALE GCCI PRESIDENT URGES 46% WOMEN LED BUSINESSES TO PREPARE FOR SME BANK
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- 3:11
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- As the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (GCCI) first female president, Kathy Smith is calling on local entrepreneurs to "get their house in order" ahead of the 2026 launch of the government’s SME Development Bank. Appearing on Starting Point: Oil & Gas Edition, Smith warned that transparency and robust operational structures are no longer optional, but essential requirements for small businesses looking to secure financing and scale within Guyana’s explosive economy. Faith Sandy reports .
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- GUYANA INTENSIFIES GOLD SMUGGLING CRACKDOWN, DECLARATIONS HIT 484,000 OUNCES
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- 2:33
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh during his 2026 Budget Presentation has reported strong growth across Guyana’s mining sector in 2025, led by increased output in gold and bauxite production. Dr. Singh said the gold mining industry recorded an estimated expansion of 11.6 percent during the year, with total gold declarations reaching 484,321 ounces. Here’s more in this report
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- QUESTIONS RAISED OVER MEDIA ACCESS DURING OPPOSITION LEADER SWEARING IN
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- 2:33
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Speaker of the National Assembly Manzoor Nadir came under fire on Monday morning morning after independent media were barred from covering the swearing-in of the new Leader of the Opposition. While the Clerk of the Assembly identified Speaker Manzoor Nadir as the authority behind the lockout, a subsequent release from the Parliament Office defended the move, claiming the event has historically remained closed to the general public and private media. More in this report...
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- US INDICTED BUSINESSMAN AZRUDDIN MOHAMED ELECTED GUYANA’S OPPOSITION LEADER
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- 5:27
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- A man facing federal indictments in the United States is now the official Leader of the Opposition in Guyana. On Monday morning, businessman Azruddin Mohamed was elected to the post unopposed just hours before the presentation of the 2026 National Budget —a move that finalized a "tectonic shift" in Guyanese politics that began with the 2025 General Elections..Adana Dorrick has the details
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- GUYANA’S ECONOMY SURGED 19 3% IN 2025, FINANCE MINISTER ANNOUNCES
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- 1:20
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh, delivering the 2026 National Budget on Monday, January 26, unveiled a resurgen.t mining landscape, reporting that the sector served as a primary engine for Guyana's 14.3% non-oil GDP growth in 2025. Here is more.
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- GUY TV9 NEWSCAST 23 JAN, 2026
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- 39:00
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- STITCHING THE SOUL OF A NATION HOW MAXI WILLIAMS REDEFINED GUYANA’S MASHRAMANI IDENTITY
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- 4:32
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- NATIONAL ASSEMBLY SPEAKER MANZOOR NADIR SLAMS ''FAKE NEWS'' MISSREPRESENTING PRIVATE DIPLOMATIC TALK
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- 3:21
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- GUYANA–MOUNT SINAI HEALTH NITIATIVE IMPACTS 80,000 CHILDREN, MAJOR EXPANSION
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- 4:00
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- No contest, APNU refuses to field candidate for opposition leadership election
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- 2:19
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- THREE DIE IN LATE NIGHT LINDEN CRASH, INCLUDING SPIRITUAL LEADER ANDREW IRVING
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- INFRASTRUCTURE HITS 35% MILESTONE AT NEW HOFF VAN AURICH AS REGION TWO HOUSING DRIVE ACCELERATES
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- 2:13
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- GOV’T TO IMPOUND ABANDONED VEHICLES BLOCKING PUBLIC ROADS MIN EDGHILL
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- 3:10
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- EDUCATION MINISTER WARNS GANGS, BULLYING WILL NOT BE TOLERATED IN SCHOOLS
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- 1:54
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- GUY TV9 NEWSCAST - 22 JAN, 2026
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- 34:27
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- THE QUEEN OF THE ROAD RETURNS WHY VANILLA IS RECLAIMING HER THRONE IN 2026
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- 3:41
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- With a staggering 10 Road March titles to her name, Melissa Roberts—the icon known as Vanilla—has nothing left to prove. Yet, as the pulse of Mashramani returns to the streets of Guyana, so does she. But this year, the veteran songstress isn’t just chasing trophies; she’s chasing the spirit of the festival itself
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- MCCOY DISMISSES AZRUDDIN MOHAMED’S POLITICAL THREAT AS ABSURD AMID OPPOSITION LEADER SELECTION CONTR
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- 2:23
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister, Hon. Kwame McCoy, has dismissed claims that Azruddin Mohamed poses any political threat to the PPP/C, calling the narrative “absurd”. His comments come amid mounting controversy over Mohamed’s potential selection as Leader of the Opposition ahead of the confirmed January 26, 2026 Budget presentation. Here’s more from Faith Sandy…..
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- Nandlall Schools Charrandass on Extradition Law in Mohameds Fugitive' Row
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- 3:46
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Attorney General Anil Nandlall has dismissed former MP Charrandass Persaud’s criticisms, accusing him of fundamentally misunderstanding extradition law. Nandlall firmly defended his classification of the Mohameds as "fugitive offenders,"; asserting the term is rooted in statute, case law, and established Commonwealth legal practice.
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- Guyana to Establish SEND Centers in Every Region, Education Minister Pledges Universal Support by 20
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- 2:55
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The government is aggressively expanding its Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) infrastructure, with Minister of Education Sonia Parag announcing that dedicated centers will be established in every region over the next five years. This initiative marks a significant leap in national inclusivity; Guyana has already grown from 13 SEND spaces in 2020 to 49 specialized facilities as of early 2026. learn more about this initiative from the government from Faith Sandy...
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- A STAIN ON PARLIAMENT, MINISTER RAMKISSOON CONDEMNS BID TO APPOINT US WANTED BUSINESSMAN
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- 3:41
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Minister within the Ministry of Agriculture, Vikash Ramkissoon, has issued a scathing rebuke of the potential election of US-indicted businessman Azruddin Mohamed as Leader of the Opposition. The criticism follows an announcement by the Speaker of the National Assembly that opposition MPs will vote to fill the long-vacant post this Monday, January 26, 2026. Mohamed, the leader of the "We Invest in Nationhood" (WIN) party, is currently fighting extradition to the United States on charges of gold smuggling and money laundering. Faith Sandy has the details in this report….
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- US Ambassador Dismissed Claims of Diplomatic Targeting, Defends Speaker’s Right to Speak
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- 2:40
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- In a major de-escalation of diplomatic tension, U.S. Ambassador Nicole Theriot stated on Thursday , that she does not feel personally targeted by Speaker Manzoor Nadir’s recent public outbursts, labeling them a legitimate expression of his personal views. The move signals a strategic retreat from a public spat, focusing instead on the long-awaited restoration of parliamentary order scheduled for next week. Here is more...
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- “WE WILL NOT LEAVE GEORGETOWN AT THE MERCY OF POLITICS” — CENTRAL GOVERNMENT MOVES TO FIX GARBAGE CR
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- 2:38
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Georgetown residents will not be held hostage by political games. That was the firm assurance from Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Hon. Priya Manickchand, as Central Government stepped in to address the city’s worsening garbage situation amid what she described as a clear lack of cooperation from the mayor. More from Adana Dorrick...
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- GUY TV9 NEWSCAST 21 JAN, 2026
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- 36:53
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Guyana Scales Up Housing Drive to Address Backlog of 75,000 Applicants; Region 4 Leads Demand
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- 4:35
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The government of Guyana is intensifying its national housing campaign to address a massive backlog of over 75,000 pending applicants, with Region 4 alone accounting for 50,000 of those seeking land. During a recent outreach in Region 1, Minister of Housing and Water, Hon. Collin Croal, detailed a
comprehensive strategy to accelerate land clearance, expand essential infrastructure, and fast-track the transition from allocation to actual occupancy. This report explores the government's dual focus on clearing the coastal backlog while modernizing housing and water services in the hinterland to meet the nation's soaring demand.
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- FIREARM SEIZED, SIX ARRESTED IN LATE NIGHT LINDEN RAID LINKED TO VIRAL BOURNE VIDEO
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- 2:36
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Police have arrested six individuals and seized an illegal firearm and ammunition during a late-night tactical operation in Linden. This raid follows the death of wanted murder suspect Jamal Bourne, alias “Skinny,” who reportedly succumbed to a gunshot wound during a viral Facebook Live broadcast. While initial reports of an accidental shooting remained unverified, law enforcement has confirmed that these
recent arrests are part of a broader investigation into the circumstances surrounding Bourne's death and his criminal associates.
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- Former PNCR chair warns, electing fugitive as opposition leader would stain parliament
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- 4:18
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Former People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) Chairman and Member of Parliament, Shurwayne Holder, has issued a sharp warning to opposition MPs, cautioning that the election of an individual facing unresolved extradition proceedings as Leader of the Opposition would severely undermine the credibility of the parliamentary opposition and damage Guyana’s international standing.
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- PTAs Vital to Ensuring Accountability for Billions Invested in Education Minister Parag
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- 2:07
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Parents could hold the key to unlocking better schools in Guyana. Education Minister Hon. Sonia Parag says Parent-Teachers’ Associations are critical to ensuring accountability, proper use of billions of dollars invested in education, and real development for children. Here is more…
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- Nandlall Warns of ‘International Disgrace’ if U S Fugitive Becomes Guyana’s Opposition Leader
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- 4:58
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Anil Nandlall has issued one of his strongest public warnings yet, declaring that Guyana risks international disgrace and serious diplomatic repercussions if an OFAC-sanctioned, U.S.- indicted fugitive offender is elevated to the post of Leader of the Opposition. Speaking on his weekly programme Issues in the News, Nandlall said such an outcome would represent a historic failure of constitutional governance and place Guyana on the wrong side of international law and accountability. More in this Adana Dorrick report .
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- Georgetown Contractors Deny Sabotage Claims as City Council Declares Waste Management Emergency
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- 4:51
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Several, waste management contractors in the city has officially rejected allegations of political involvement or sabotage in the city’s garbage collection crisis. While Mayor Alfred Mentore suggested potential "deliberate"
inefficiencies or conspiracies to embarrass the City Council, the contractors maintained that their operations are strictly business-oriented and governed by their legal agreements. Here’s more from Colwyn Abrams…
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- HOUSE SPEAKER REJECTS ALLEGATIONS, DEFENDS PARLIAMENTARY RECORD, AND
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- 3:29
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Speaker of the National Assembly Manzoor Nadir has condemned what he termed “vile aspersions” and personal attacks, vowing to discharge his constitutional duties “without fear or favour” amid heightened political tension.
Nadir flatly rejected claims from media outlets, opposition members, and the diplomatic community suggesting the National Assembly has been deliberately sidelined or inactive. Characterizing these assertions as false and misleading, the Speaker maintained that the legislative body continues to function in strict accordance with its constitutional mandate.
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- MOTHER OF HOMTON CHICHESTER SPEAKING ON THE DEATH OF HER SON
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- 7:14
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- MOTHER OF HOMTON CHICHESTER SPEAKING ON THE DEATH OF HER SON
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- HE JUST WANTED TO CELEBRATE HIS SON THE HEARTBREAKING LAST MOMENTS OF SONS LIFE
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- 5:10
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- GUY TV9 NEWSCAST - 20 JAN, 2026
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- 34:37
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- GUY TV9 NEWSCAST - 20 JAN, 2026
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- HPV VACCINE IS ABOUT CANCER PREVENTION, NOT PROMISCUITY — NURSE ESLYN WILLIAMS SETS THE RECORD STRAI
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- 3:52
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- As Guyana continues its nationwide push to vaccinate students aged 9 to 16 against cervical cancer, HPV Vaccination Coordinator Nurse Eslyn Williams is working to clear lingering misconceptions. She emphasized that the lifesaving Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine does not encourage early sexual activity among children.
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- Up to $100M in Fines for Privacy Breaches as Guyana Launches National Electronic Health Records
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- 3:17
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Fines of up to $20 million for individuals and $100 million for institutions will be enforced under Guyana’s Data Protection Act to protect patients’ medical information as the country moves to electronic health records. Speaking at the launch of the National Electronic Health Records System at the Festival City Polyclinic, Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony said the law ensures
strict confidentiality and accountability as healthcare services become fully digitised. Here is more… More from Faith Sandy
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- FROM DIGITAL DARKNESS TO STARLINK SKIES, HOW GUYANA IS CONNECTING ITS HINTERLAND COMMUNITIES
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- 3:22
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- For decades, Guyana’s hinterland communities existed beyond the reach of reliable internet, separated from opportunity by geography and infrastructure. Today, that digital divide is rapidly disappearing. Through a bold national push powered by satellite technology and community ICT hubs, the Government of Guyana is ushering 253 Amerindian villages into a new era of
connectivity, one that promises better education, improved healthcare, and a future where no community is left behind. Adana Dorrick has this story
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- Minister Edghill Announces Route Change for Ogle Eccles Link to Ensure Grid Safety
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- 3:07
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Plans for the Ogle–Eccles to Providence Road interlink have been significantly adjusted, with the alignment now being shifted by 100 to 200 metres to safely bypass critical Guyana Power and Light (GPL) infrastructure . Public Works Minister Bishop Juan Edghill announced the necessary route change during a recent site visit at Eccles, emphasizing that the modification is essential to prevent conflict with GPL's future expansion plans, ensure public safety, and allow for uninterrupted construction of the major highway project. More from Faith Sandy
