13 m. ago Eight days later, questions linger about Venezuela boat strike

WASHINGTON,  (Reuters) – More than a week after President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. military had blown up a boat off Venezuela, the operation – which killed 11 people – largely remains a mystery to many in Washington. The article Eight days later, questions linger about Venezuela boat strike appeared first on Stabroek News.

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1 hour ago Israel kills over 60 in Gaza as strikes on Qatar roil the region

(AL-JAZEERA) Israeli attacks across Gaza have killed more than 60 people on Wednesday as the assault to capture Gaza City and force one million Palestinians from their homes continues. Those killed include 44 in Gaza City, and nine aid seekers. Widespread global condemnation has erupted after Israel attacked Hamas’s senior leadership in the Qatari capital, […] The post Israel kills over 60 in Gaza as strikes on Qatar roil the region appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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1 hour ago WIN leader commits to working tirelessly to hold govt. accountable in Parliament

– names 10 of 16 persons to head to Parliament Kaieteur News – Leader of the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party, Azruddin Mohamed said he and his team are ready and will be working tirelessly to hold the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) government accountable while in Parliament. The party leader made the commitment while […] The post WIN leader commits to working tirelessly to hold govt. accountable in Parliament appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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1 hour ago Golden Grove woman walks free over 2022 killing of abusive husband

Kaieteur News – A 33-year-old woman who was charged with manslaughter in connection with the 2022 killing of her reputed husband has been set free, after the court ruled she acted in self-defence. In 2023, Aquiella Abrams, then 30, of Golden Grove, East Coast Demerara, was charged with manslaughter for the stabbing death of her […] The post Golden Grove woman walks free over 2022 killing of abusive husband appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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2 h. ago Commonwealth countries back new strategic plan for shared prosperity

Kaieteur News – High commissioners, representing the 56 Commonwealth countries, have approved a five-year strategic plan for the Commonwealth Secretariat to deliver focused support for the 2.7 billion people it serves. To set the stage for a new era of effective results, the Secretariat developed its strategic plan covering the period 2025 to 2030, after […] The post Commonwealth countries back new strategic plan for shared prosperity appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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2 h. ago GMSA Congratulates the PPP/C on Winning the 2025 General and Regional Elections

Dear Editor, The Guyana Manufacturing & Services Association (GMSA) extends heartiest congratulations to the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) on their victory in the General and Regional Elections held on Monday, September 1, 2025. We also congratulate President Elect, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, as he commences his second term as President of the Cooperative Republic of […] The post GMSA Congratulates the PPP/C on Winning the 2025 General and Regional Elections appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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24 h. ago The Global Governance Initiative contributes Chinese solutions for improving global governance

By Yang Yang, China’s Ambassador to Guyana Currently, the world is undergoing accelerated changes unseen in a century, with frequent regional turmoil, impeded economic development, backlash against globalization, gaps in rules and rule of law, and an intensifying deficit in governance. The article The Global Governance Initiative contributes Chinese solutions for improving global governance appeared first on Stabroek News.

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24 h. ago Atlanta judge to dismiss racketeering charges against all 61 ‘Cop City’ protesters

(Reuters) – A judge in Atlanta said yesterday he would dismiss racketeering charges against all 61 people accused of a criminal conspiracy for their roles in trying block construction of a police training center they derisively dubbed “Cop City.” The article Atlanta judge to dismiss racketeering charges against all 61 ‘Cop City’ protesters appeared first on Stabroek News.

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24 h. ago GCUSA and CPL continue partnership to expose local umpires to TV umpiring

The Georgetown Cricket Umpires and Scorers Association (GCUSA), in collaboration with the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) and its panel of match officials, has once again launched a unique initiative designed to provide local umpires with valuable exposure to television umpiring. The article GCUSA and CPL continue partnership to expose local umpires to TV umpiring appeared first on Stabroek News.

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26 h. ago Gov’t remains committed to preserving, promoting Amerindian heritage – PM Phillips 

Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips has underscored the PPP/C Government’s commitment to continue working with Indigenous peoples to preserve and promote their cultural heritage and ensure inclusive development. He highlighted the importance of preserving cultural heritage as a foundation for development and a source of strength for Amerindian communities. PM Phillips discussed the potential of […] The post Gov’t remains committed to preserving, promoting Amerindian heritage – PM Phillips  appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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48 h. ago APNU’s road to political relevance depends on fresh visionary leadership

Dear Editor, Significant anticipation had accompanied the Elections 2025 campaign, with political party leaders making numerous commitments—including substantial cash grants, poverty reduction, enhanced inclusivity, greater equity, transparency, and more responsive governance.  The article APNU’s road to political relevance depends on fresh visionary leadership appeared first on Stabroek News.

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48 h. ago Questions are being raised about the quality of life in our country

Dear Editor, In in regard to my public communications with citizens living in Guyana and the diaspora following the September 1, 2025 elections, important questions are being raised about the quality of life in our country. The article Questions are being raised about the quality of life in our country appeared first on Stabroek News.

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48 h. ago Brazil’s President Lula lauds Guyanese on peaceful elections

The President of Brazil, Luis Inacio Lula da Silva  in a letter dated September 3rd to President Irfaan Ali, congratulated the Guyanese people on their broad and peaceful participation in the General and Regional Elections of September 1, noting that it reflects the maturity and strength of this country’s institutions, as well as the consolidation of a plural and democratic society, with growing international relevance and promising economic prospects. The article Brazil’s President Lula lauds Guyanese on peaceful elections appeared first on Stabroek News.

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48 h. ago Tobago fishermen demand response by Chief Secretary after US strike

(Trinidad Guardian) Tobago’s fisherfolk say they are alarmed by the “deafening silence” of Chief Secretary Farley Augustine following the United States’ destruction of a Venezuelan vessel that left 11 people dead. The article Tobago fishermen demand response by Chief Secretary after US strike appeared first on Stabroek News.

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49 h. ago Pres. Ali holds talks with U.S. Deputy Asst. Secretary of War

Kaieteur News – President Irfaan Ali and United States (U.S.) Deputy Assistant Secretary of War, Mr. Joseph M. Humire, during a meeting on Monday, at State House discussed strengthening and expanding Guyana’s “strategic partnership” with the U.S. In a statement posted on the Office of the President’s Facebook page, President Ali emphasized that Guyana’s sovereignty […] The post Pres. Ali holds talks with U.S. Deputy Asst. Secretary of War appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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49 h. ago Guyana, Suriname discuss Corentyne River Bridge project, other development initiatives

Kaieteur News – President Irfaan Ali on Monday met with Suriname’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Melvin Bouva, at State House to advance development initiatives between the two countries. In a brief statement posted on the Office of the President’s Facebook page, the president’s office said that the discussions focused on “Guyana’s commitment to […] The post Guyana, Suriname discuss Corentyne River Bridge project, other development initiatives appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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3 d. ago After 14 detentions, Mexico’s top prosecutor vows more actions against fuel crimes

MEXICO CITY  (Reuters) – Mexico’s top prosecutor said on Sunday that authorities have so far detained 14 people suspected to be involved in the illicit trade of fuels, reiterating that more actions would follow as new information comes to light. The article After 14 detentions, Mexico’s top prosecutor vows more actions against fuel crimes appeared first on Stabroek News.

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3 d. ago CDB and RevUP Caribbean power next wave of Caribbean entrepreneurs with incubation programme

Kaieteur News – The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB, the Bank) and RevUP Caribbean Limited have launched Phase II of the RevUP Caribbean Incubation Programme, a two-year initiative aimed at creating jobs, scaling startups, and strengthening innovation across the region. Building on the success of Phase I, this next chapter will support at least 60 early-stage […] The post CDB and RevUP Caribbean power next wave of Caribbean entrepreneurs with incubation programme appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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3 d. ago Winston Jordan should take the plank from his eye before criticising others

Dear Editor, After reading Winston Jordon’s call for PNCR leader and APNU chairman, Mr. Aubrey Norton, to step down from both positions on the heels of the 2025 General and Regional Elections results which show APNU party was defeated, particularly in its two strongholds: Districts Four and 10 and the incumbent People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) […] The post Winston Jordan should take the plank from his eye before criticising others appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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3 d. ago Russia hits Ukraine with biggest air attack of war, sets government building ablaze

KYIV, (Reuters) – Russia launched its largest air attack of the war on Ukraine overnight, setting the main government building on fire in central Kyiv and killing at least four people, including an infant, Ukrainian officials said today. The article Russia hits Ukraine with biggest air attack of war, sets government building ablaze appeared first on Stabroek News.

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