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Confirmed COVID-19 cases remain at 153
As of June 2, 2020, the number of confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus remains at 153. The Ministry of Public Health is also reporting that there are no new COVID-19 related deaths. Of the 153 cases, Guyana has recorded 12 deaths and 70 recoveries. Fourteen more tests were conducted with the last 24 hours […]
Mandatory 7-day home quarantine for stranded Guyanese upon return
As the first wave of stranded Guyanese makes their way home during the second week of June, all will be subjected to a mandatory seven-day quarantine at their homes. Under strict instructions, the returning nationals will not be permitted to leave their homes during the 7 days except to seek emergency medical services. Further, none […]
Curfew, emergency measures extended to a June 17
The COVID-19 Emergency Measures (No.3) published in the Gazette 29 April 2020, and effective until June 3, 2020, has been extended to 17 June 2020, as advised by the National COVID-19 Task Force (NCTF). This also means the 6pm-6am curfew will remain in effect until 17 June 2020. The Emergency Measures also speaks to, among […]
BREAKING NEWS: Murder accused Marcus Bisram freed again
The United States based Guyanese millionaire businessman was released from the Camp Street prison in Georgetown moments ago following a decision from a High Court Judge decision. We will bring you more details as it becomes available.
News In-depth for Monday 1st June, 2020
Developing story: Man in custody after killing 61-year-old woman
The police were called to a house at 152-154 Begonia Drive, Atlantic Gardens, East Coast Demerara after the motionless body of a 61-year-old woman was found in the house. The woman was identified as Sattie Beekharry. When the police arrived on the scene the suspect concealed himself in the ceiling to prevent being arrested. The […]
Guyana records 12th COVID-19 death
Minister of Public Health Hon. Volda Lawrence this morning confirmed the 12th death in Guyana as a result of COVID-19 complications. The deceased is an 87 year old male, Mr. Daymon John of the Palms Geriatric Home. Mr. John passed early this morning. The ministry and Government of Guyana express deepest condolences to the family […]
