The Ministry of Social Protection’s Labour Department is inviting employers to come in and discuss contingency plans for this staff to help reduce the transmission of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) The Chief Labour Officer, Charles Ogle noted with the current plans being implemented by businesses there is the likelihood of reduced employment. “As a consequence, […]
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Republic Bank announces 6-month halt on payments for loans
In response to the anticipated economic impact as a result of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Republic Bank Limited is deferring the payment of loans and has reduced the interest rate on overdrafts. Waivers have also been instituted late fees for loan payments, late and over-the-limit fees on credit card; penalties for early withdrawal of […]
Guyana facing “total lockdown” over Coronavirus pandemic
While the total number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Guyana remains at 5, the Ministry of Public Health has put in place a number of precautionary measures that needs to be taken in order to reduce the spread of the global pandemic, however, many persons are not adhering to the guidelines set out by the […]
The Guyana Police Force responds to criticism from former Top Cop and GCCI
Below is the full statement from the Guyana Police Force: The Guyana Police Force (GPF) notes with concern, an article widely circulated in the media, under the pen of a former Commissioner of Police, aimed at the administration of the organization. It is the view of the GPF hierarchy that the article seems to imply […]
Schools to remain closed into Easter break – MOE
As the Ministry of Public Health, continues to put measures in place to prevent the spread of the global pandemic COVID-19, the Ministry of Education, on Monday announced that all public schools will be closed for an additional week. Two weeks ago, the Ministry of Education announced that schools will be closed from March 16th […]
Overseas Guyanese looking to return urged to contact embassies – Min. Patterson
Oversees-based Guyanese who wish to return home in light of the COVID-19 outbreak are urged to contact their respective embassies or consulates. This was announced by Minister of Public Infrastructure Hon. David Patterson. “They will take your information and they will notify you if and when there is the possibility of flights returning to Guyana,” […]
Carter Center Mission Departs Guyana amid court injunction
Below is a statement from the statement from the Carter Center Mission: After careful consideration, The Carter Center has withdrawn its electoral experts and international observers from Guyana. The Center remains committed to promoting democracy and constitutional reform in Guyana and is willing to return when the electoral process resumes, assuming international travel is feasible. […]
GTT sets up toll-free Coronavirus response numbers
The Guyana Telephone & Telegram company (GTT) announced that all COVID-19 hotline numbers are toll-free. This decision came following a thorough discussion between the company and officials from the Ministry of Public Health amid the newest strain of the coronavirus pandemic. For easier access to information and as another precautionary step to prevent the spread […]
LINDEN DOUBLE MURDER: Businessman in custody
A 48-year-old businessman of Prosville Housing Scheme, Wismar, Linden is in police custody after he allegedly stabbed his ex-wife and her new lover Wednesday evening in their Wismar, Linden home. The victims have been identified as 49-year- old, Imogeme Gordon and 43-year-old, Royston John. The couple’s lifeless bodies were discovered with multiple stabbed wounds by […]
Two suspects wanted for questioning for Rosignol businessman
Days after the death of a Rosignol businessman police have issued a wanted bulletin for 32 year old, Medellin Orlanda Evans of Lot 61 Railway Line Rosignal, W.B.B and 28 year old, Carlos Evans of Lot 12 Section C’ D’ Edward Village W.B.B who are wanted for questioning in relation to the murder of Tony […]