A member of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) was injured on Monday after a military patrol came under gunfire while escorting civilian vessels along the country’s western border in Region Seven.
According to an official statement from the GDF, the incident occurred at approximately 11:30 hrs during a routine boat patrol operation between Makapa and Eteringbang. The patrol was providing security for three civilian boats transporting personnel and cargo when it encountered hostile fire in the vicinity of Black Water.
The GDF reported that its ranks immediately returned fire and executed evasive maneuvers to safely guide the convoy out of the area. During the exchange, one soldier sustained two gunshot wounds to the right leg.
The injured rank was promptly given first aid at the scene to stabilize his condition before being evacuated for advanced medical care. He is currently being transported to Georgetown, where he is expected to receive further treatment.
The Defence Force has not disclosed the identity of the attackers or the circumstances leading to the confrontation but emphasized that operations along the western border remain active and ongoing.
“The Guyana Defence Force continues to maintain an active operational presence along the western border,” the statement said. “The Force remains fully committed to the protection of its personnel and the safeguarding of Guyana’s territorial integrity.”
Authorities have not yet indicated whether additional security measures will be implemented following the incident.
The situation remains under assessment as the GDF continues its patrols in the region.
Malteenoes, Georgetown Cricket Club and Everest emerged with victories on Sunday when the Georgetown Cricket Association’s Enline Security Logistics Under-17, 50-over competition continued in the city.
At Malteenoes, a superb 133 from opener Shane Shivbarran was the foundation of the home team’s commanding 161-run win over GT XI after they posted 262-8, the highest total of the day.
Shane Shivbarran defends during his match-winning knock (Photo: News Room/Avenash Ramzan/May 3, 2026)
Next door at the Transport Ground, Georgetown Cricket Club (GCC) pulled off a nail-biting seven-run win over the home side in a low-scoring thriller.
GCC skipper Ravaldo Pereira topscored with 35 in his team’s 136 and then returned with the ball to claim 3-18, bowling in tandem with fellow off-spinner Shahid Ramzan, who claimed the prized scalp of West Indies Under-19 player Shamar Apple to trigger a batting collapse.
Transport seemed well on course for victory with opener Emmanuel Lewis dominating an opening stand of 76 in 6.4 overs with Mickel Johnson, before the game made a dramatic turn.
Over at the Queen’s College Ground, Vinesh Kalpoo slammed 80 off 76 balls (5x4s, 7x6s) in Everest’s winning total of 216. He then returned to take 3-21 as Queen’s College responded with 67 all out.
Zahid Talkudar picked up 3-39 for GT XI (Photo: News Room/Avenash Ramzan/May 3, 2026)
SUMMARY: Malteenoes 262-8 from 50 overs (Shane Shivbarran 133, Kyle Gibson 31, Nathaniel Ramkellawan 27, Shane Kissoondeo 18; Zahid Talkudar 3-39, Ajay Kissoon 1-23, Jamal Samuels 1-24, Aditya Khan 1-33, Elija Mohamed 1-36) vs GT XI 101 all out from 35 overs (Extras 35, Ajay Kissoon 17, Tyrell King 16, Jamal Samuels 14*, Aaron Narine 10; Tyler Nedd 3-10, Nathaniel Ramkellawan 3-17, Joshua Budhram 2-12)
Opener Shivbarran was the glue that kept Malteenoes innings together, the right-hander facing 132 balls and hitting seven fours and four sixes in his maiden hundred.
It was an innings of great maturity as he took on the responsibility of ensuring his team got to a winning total. He got support from Kyle Gibson (31), Nathaniel Ramkellawan (27) and Shane Kissoondeo (18).
Bowling for GT XI, Zahid Talkudar took 3-39, while Ajay Kissoon (1-23), Jamal Samuels (1-24), Aditya Khan (1-33), Elija Mohamed (1-36) had one each.
Young seamer Tyler Nedd (3-10) and off-spin pair Ramkellawan (3-17) and Joshua Budhram (2-12) then skittled out GT XI for 101 in 35 overs, with extras contributing 35. Budhram was particularly impressive, with six of his 10 overs being maidens.
Ajay Kissoon (17), Tyrell King (16), Jamal Samuels (14*) and Aaron Narine (10) got starts for GT XI.
From left: Vijay Kalpu, Ravaldo Pereira, Trilok Nanan, Shahid Ramzan and Aaron Persaud of GCC (Photo: News Room/Avenash Ramzan/May 3, 2026)
SUMMARY: Georgetown Cricket Club 136 all out from 24.4 overs (Ravaldo Pereira 35, Trilok Nanan 24, Aaron Persaud 23, Vijai Kalpu 20; Reyaz Latif 4-53, Prosper Jacobus 2-11, Afraz Khan 2-13) vs Transport Sports Club 129 all out from 23.1 overs (Emmanuel Lewis 64, Shamar Apple 22; Ravaldo Pereira 3-18, Shahid Ramzan 2-10, Ethan Roopnarine 1-18, Aaron Persaud 1-20, Vijai Kalpu 1-58)
In a hotly-contested affair, Transport romped to an opening stand of 76 in 6.4 overs in pursuit of 137 against GCC, with national player Lewis blazing to 64 off 28 (9x4s, 3x6s).
After his dismissal, bowled by left-arm seamer Vijay Kalpu, the tempo dropped, but Transport remained in control at 109-3 in the 12th over with West Indies Under-19 player Shamar Apple growing in confidence.
Emmanuel Lewis (left) and Reyaz Latif were the standout performers for Transport (Photo: News Room/Avenash Ramzan/May 3, 2026)
However, in a dramatic turn of event Transport lost their last seven wickets for just 20 runs to fall seven runs short. National Under-15 all-rounder Shahid Ramzan sparked the collapse by having Apple caught on the long-on boundary for 22 off 21 (2x4s, 1×6).
Thereafter, wickets tumbled with skipper and off-spinner Ravaldo Pereira tightening the screws, bowling in tandem with Ramzan. Pereira ended with 3-18 off seven overs, while Ramzan had 2-10 off 6.1 overs.
Pereira earlier topscored with 35 off 29 (2x4s, 3x6s), Trilok Nanan made 24 off 34 (1×4), Aaron Persaud 23 off 27 (5x4s) and Kalpu 20 off 16 (1×4, 2x6s) in GCC’s 136 all out.
National Under-15 leg-spinner Reyaz Latif picked up 4-53 off seven overs, while seam pair Prosper Jacobus (2-11) and Afraz Khan (2-13) offered support.
Vinesh Kalpoo led Everest to victory with runs and wickets (Photo: News Room/Avenash Ramzan/May 3, 2026)
SUMMARY: Everest Cricket Club 216 all out from 39 overs (Vinesh Kalpoo 80, Extras 63, Savir Narine 35; Nathaniel Sukhnandan 4-17, Altaf Ali 3-51, Shiv Piterhadus 2-60) vs Queen’s College 67 all out from 25.2 overs (Extras 27, Emilio Singh 10; Vinesh Kalpoo 3-21, Brandon Brown 2-0, Ravindra Singh 2-9, Anek Haimnarine 2-14)
Kalpoo was in destructive form for Everest, blasting five fours and seven sixes in 80 off 76 balls in a total of 216 all out. Extras were a healthy 63, including 40 wides, while Savir Narine made 35 off 52 (3x4s, 1×6).
Queen’s College captain Nathaniel Sukhnandan was outstanding with his left-arm spin, claiming 4-17 off 10 overs, while Altaf Ali picked up 3-51 off nine.
Nathaniel Sukhnandan (right) and Altaf Ali combined for seven wickets for QC against Everest (Photo: News Room/Avenash Ramzan/May 3, 2026)
In reply, Queen’s College could only muster 67 all out from 25.2 overs with extras being a heathy 27, as Emilio Singh made 10.
Kalpoo capped a fine day with 3-21, while Brandon Brown (2-0), Ravindra Singh (2-9) and Anek Haimnarine (2-14) chipped in.
The Ministry of Public Works says recent damage to newly constructed sidewalks and drainage covers along Aubrey Barker Road and Diamond Back Road is not the result of faulty engineering or substandard materials, but rather improper use by motorists.
In a statement issued following technical investigations, the Ministry clarified that the infrastructure was built to standard and designed specifically for pedestrian use and light residential traffic.
According to the Ministry, the walkways function as reinforced drain covers capable of supporting pedestrians, cars, and SUVs accessing private properties, as well as short-term parking for light vehicles. However, officials have identified a growing pattern of misuse, particularly involving heavy-duty trucks, industrial vehicles, and machinery exceeding the intended load capacity.
“These structures are not designed to serve as heavy-duty haulage routes or industrial parking lots,” the Ministry stated, noting that excessive weight has led to cracking and, in some cases, complete structural failure.
The damage, the Ministry warned, creates safety risks and leads to unnecessary public expenditure on repairs. It also disrupts communities, often resulting in road closures or restricted access during rehabilitation works.
To prevent further deterioration, the Ministry is urging truck operators and contractors to seek alternative parking arrangements suitable for heavy vehicles. It also advised that during construction deliveries, trucks should remain on the main roadway and avoid mounting sidewalks.
Where heavy access is unavoidable, the Ministry recommends temporary protective measures, such as installing steel plates, to safeguard the infrastructure.
The Ministry emphasized that maintaining public infrastructure requires collective responsibility and warned that individuals found deliberately damaging these assets may be held financially liable for repairs.
Cyril’s Transportation Service announces its continued growth and expansion within Guyana’s
transportation industry, reinforcing its position as a reliable and customer-focused mobility provider.
Cyril’s Transportation Service continues to deliver its trusted transportation services while expanding
into a dynamic vehicle rental operation. This addition introduces a wide range of options tailored to
meet the needs of both individual and corporate clients. Customers can choose from a diverse fleet
including sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, buses, and electric vehicles (EVs), ensuring flexibility for every
type of journey.
As part of its commitment to convenience and accessibility, Cyril’s Transportation Service has expanded
its services to include seamless airport rentals. Travelers arriving in Guyana can enjoy the ease of
stepping off their flight and driving away in a ready-to-go vehicle. Rentals are available at both major
airports, with a dedicated Cyril’s Transportation Service rental kiosk located in the arrival area of Cheddi
Jagan International Airport (CJIA), as well as pickup at multiple locations, providing unmatched flexibility
for customers.
“Our focus has always been on delivering reliable, high-quality service and making transportation as
convenient as possible for our customers,” said Andrea Persaud (CEO). “With our expanding fleet and
airport presence, we are making it easier than ever for customers to access our services from the
moment they arrive.”
Cyril’s Transportation Service continues to distinguish itself through competitive, affordable rental rates
and a strong emphasis on service quality. Whether for business or leisure, customers can expect a
smooth, reliable, and professional experience every time.
Tailoring our services to the needs of our clients, Cyril’s Transportation Service continues to evolve with
a strong focus on flexibility, convenience, and personalized experiences.
About Cyril’s Transportation Service
Cyril’s Transportation Service is a Guyanese owned and operated company dedicated to providing high-
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A 19-year-old tragically lost his life after reportedly losing control of his vehicle and colliding with a stationary truck in Number 72 Village, Corentyne, Berbice.
The deceased has been identified as Nathaniel Busgith, affectionately known as “Joel,” unemployed, of Lot 38, Number 76 Housing Scheme, Corentyne, Berbice.
The News Room was informed that Busgith was operating motor vehicle PAP 1126 heading northward on the southern lane of the Number 72 Public Road when he allegedly lost control and collided with motor lorry GAF 5822, which was parked on the western lane.
According to the information gathered Busgith was taken from the severely damaged vehicle by public-spirited citizens and was subsequently transported to the Number 75 Regional Hospital for medical treatment. Regrettably, he succumbed to his injuries shortly thereafter.
A relative of the deceased, Imran Ally, informed the News Room that while at the hospital, he was notified by a teacher that another vehicle with a trade plate had turned in front of Busgith’s vehicle. To avoid a collision, Busgith swerved, resulting in his vehicle crashing into the truck.
The mother, Basmattie McDonald, stated that her son departed from home at approximately 07:00 hours to conduct business. She further stated that at around 07:55 hours, a neighbor contacted her to inform her of the incident.
McDonald expressed that she and other relatives immediately proceeded to the hospital. She confirmed that Busgith passed away before any medical intervention could be performed.
A postmortem examination is scheduled to be conducted shortly to ascertain the cause of death.
“He was never a bad person. He was a very good child to the community. I still cannot believe that he has gone,” Ms. McDonald stated.
Busgith is survived by his mother, father, three siblings, along with other relatives and friends.
FIFA’s independent Ethics Committee has banned former Guyana Football Federation (GFF) General Secretary Ian Alves from all football-related activities for five years after finding he sexually harassed female staff members.
FIFA also fined Alves 20,000 Swiss francs ($22,000) after determining that he had breached provisions of the FIFA Code of Ethics relating to the protection of physical and mental integrity, abuse of position and general duties.
“FIFA has a strict stance against all forms of abuse in football,” the organisation said on Monday.
The decision followed a review of written statements from the victims, documents provided by the GFF, submissions from Alves, and other evidence gathered during the investigation.
Alves stepped down from his position in 2024.
The ban came into force on Monday, when the terms of the decision were notified to Alves, and the full grounds for the ruling will be communicated within 60 days in accordance with the Code of Ethics, FIFA added.
The GFF did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment. Alves could not immediately be reached for comment. (Reuters)
As thousands of industry professionals gathered in Houston, Texas for the 2026 Offshore Technology Conference (OTC), Guyana’s President Irfaan Ali has made a bold call for strategic investments in countries to achieve a global energy balance.
The energy balance is a phrase the President championed as he delivered the keynote address at the opening ceremony of this year’s OTC.
He posited that the energy transition— moving away from fossil fuels to more renewable energy sources— is not a simple feat of replacing one source of power with another. Instead, he said the world has to build an entirely new system, from its power grids to vehicles used, fueled by renewable energy while still relying and even expanding the existing system that is powered by diesel, gasoline, coal and other fossil fuels. Energy demand, he pointed out, continues to grow, not slow down.
As such, the President called for all stakeholders to work towards achieving an energy balance.
“The time has come for us to sit together and find a balanced approach to the energy needs of the world,” President Ali said.
Already, there are some ways of achieving this goal. First, the President said countries most in need— developing countries— must benefit from better financing support and more investments in their energy systems to meet growing demand.
Additionally, the Guyanese leader believes that more research and technological advancements must be funded to find the best solutions for sustainable development. This is particularly crucial, he explained, in light of the growing demand for minerals like lithium and cobalt for renewable energy development.
Beyond his position, President Ali said his country is already showing what’s possible.
Guyana is a small country at the northern edge of the South American continent with a population of about one million people. In 2019, it started producing oil and currently produces more than 900,000 barrels daily.
President Ali acknowledged that Guyana has rapidly become an oil hotspot, and his government is supporting expanded production. However, he said the country is also demonstrating how to achieve the energy balance.
The oil developments offshore, he explained, are funding low-carbon development onshore. The country’s flagship Gas-to-Energy project is the cornerstone of that development, soon harnessing natural gas offshore to power homes, businesses and industries through a new grid.
“It is a system-wide transformation,” President Ali said.
Using Guyana as an example of what’s possible, the President encouraged investors to work towards supporting the energy balance needed globally.
The high-profile trial into the March 2020 General and Regional Elections is set to resume later in May, with more than 10 witnesses still to give evidence.
The matter is being heard before Acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court.
Prosecutor Latchmie Rahamat last Friday confirmed that the prosecution has a significant number of witnesses yet to present.
“So we cannot estimate how long it will take but I do know that we have more than 10 witnesses remaining.
“The court will invite the prosecution to tell them how many witness remaining and that will be on the record officially,” Rahamat told reporters.
She explained that the pace of the trial remains uncertain due to the nature of courtroom proceedings, particularly the variability in cross-examinations.
“A trial is very fluid for many reasons…sometimes there is lengthy cross-examination and then there is none,” she said.
Despite this, Rahamat noted that the prosecution has consistently ensured that witnesses are available for each hearing and expressed hope of concluding their testimonies soon.
“We have witnesses available and we have been having witnesses available on every occasion,” she added, noting that it is the prosecution’s intention to complete the remaining testimonies “in the shortest space of time.”
Several witnesses have already testified, including Sonia Parag, Frank Anthony, Sasenarine Singh, Bibi Aneishaw Mohamed, Edgar Thomas, Rosalina Rasul, Kian Jabour, and Robeson Benn. The court has also conducted a number of voir dires during the proceedings.
The last hearing was held on April 30, with the trial scheduled to resume on May 18 and continue from May 20 to 22. Additional dates have been set for June 15 to 19 and June 22 to 26.
Nine individuals are currently before the court charged with conspiring to manipulate the election results in favour of APNU+AFC, allegedly in an attempt to deny victory to the PPP.
Those charged include former government minister Volda Lawrence, former Chief Elections Officer Keith Lowenfield, former Region Four Returning Officer Clairmont Mingo, and former Deputy Chief Elections Officer Roxanne Myers, among others.
The controversy surrounding the March 2020 elections delayed the declaration of results for five months, until PPP candidate Irfaan Ali was sworn in as President on August 2, 2020.
Dr. Prem Misir, a Guyanese academic and author, has published another book, this time focusing on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the healthcare sector.
The title of the book is “Ethics and Governance of AI in Healthcare.” It was published by Routledge, a global publisher of academic books, journals and online resources in the humanities and social sciences.
See below the full description of the book:
Ethics and Governance of AI in Healthcare discusses how ethical and human rights issues can be integrated into the transformational potential of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and automation in the fields of medicine and public health.
Dr. Prem Misir
Through a broad sociological lens, the book takes a critical perspective on the social implications of AI and related technologies. It begins by examining the huge impact that AI is already having on medicine and public health, before spotlighting the inequalities in the way AI is designed and deployed across different social groups, highlighting issues of class, race and gender, as well as power disparities in the roll-out of these technologies. The book then explores current ethical standards within healthcare settings, including technical and sociotechnical biases encoded into existing systems, before looking at a range of existing governmental approaches to AI regulation in medicine and healthcare. It concludes by suggesting a new sociological framework to ensure the governance of AI fully considers ethical and human rights issues in the future.
Important and erudite, and including practical recommendations, this book will be essential reading for students and scholars across Public Health, Sociology, Health and Social Care, Medicine and Nursing, as well as practitioners and policy makers in these fields.
The Gujarat Titans (GT) secured a crucial four-wicket victory over the table-topping Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a low-scoring thriller for Match 46 of the TATA IPL 2026.
In front of a roaring home crowd at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the Titans executed a brilliant bowling performance upfront, spearheaded by a lethal opening burst from Mohammad Siraj and a four-wicket haul from Player-of-the-Match Jason Holder.
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill won the toss and elected to bowl first, a decision that yielded spectacular immediate results on a pitch offering early bounce and movement. Siraj delivered a fiery first over to completely derail the usually explosive PBKS top order.
On merely the second delivery of the match, Siraj drew a false shot from Priyansh Arya, who was safely caught by debutant Nishant Sindhu. The very next ball, Siraj produced an absolute jaffa to find the inside edge of Cooper Connolly, sending the Australian back for a golden duck and leaving the Kings reeling at 2-2.
The situation worsened for the visitors when Kagiso Rabada was introduced into the attack. Operating at searing speeds upwards of 152 kmph, Rabada bowled a rare maiden-wicket over, dismissing the set Prabhsimran Singh (15 off 14) inside the Powerplay.
The Titans’ dominance continued in the middle overs as Jason Holder utilised his height and variations perfectly. Holder dismissed PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer (19) and wreaked havoc on the middle order, reducing the table-toppers to a perilous 47-5.
However, young Suryansh Shedge engineered a phenomenal rescue mission. Displaying remarkable maturity and immense power, Shedge launched a fierce counter-attack to register his maiden IPL fifty.
He smashed 57 off just 29 deliveries, beautifully supported by veteran Marcus Stoinis, who anchored the other end with a crucial 40 off 31 balls. The duo stitched together a vital 79-run partnership. A late 20-run cameo from Marco Jansen ensured the Punjab Kings posted a fighting total of 163-9 in their 20 overs.
Chasing 164 for victory, the Gujarat Titans faced early jitters when captain Shubman Gill departed for a mere five runs. However, the ever-reliable Sai Sudharsan stepped up to stabilise the innings.
Playing the anchor role to perfection, Sudharsan compiled a steady 57 off 41 deliveries, rotating the strike intelligently and punishing the bad balls with five boundaries and a six.
Jos Buttler (26 off 22) provided solid support, helping to construct a 53-run partnership that kept the chase on track. Yet, the Punjab Kings refused to surrender quietly.
The pace duo of Arshdeep Singh and Vijaykumar Vyshak bowled with immense heart, picking up crucial wickets at regular intervals to drag the contest deep into the final overs.
Vyshak accounted for both Buttler and the dangerous middle-order hitters, finishing with impressive figures of 2-31, while Arshdeep (2-24) kept the scoring rate tightly in check.
With the required run rate creeping up and the pressure mounting, Washington Sundar arrived at the crease to play a match-winning cameo.
Displaying ice-cool temperament, the all-rounder unleashed a flurry of boundaries, scoring a rapid 40 off just 23 balls (laced with five fours and a six). Guided by Sundar’s calculated aggression, the Titans successfully chased down the target, reaching 167-6 in 19.5 overs to seal a dramatic win which also marked their third consecutive victory of the season. (IPL)
