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Guyana will promote two new tourism products at Regions Four and Nine, as part of the activities organised for Tourism Awareness Month 2025.

Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodrigues, on Saturday said the new products add to many other activities planned for November.

Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodrigues during her remarks.

This year, the month is being observed under the theme: “Tourism, a transformational pillar of Guyana’s economy.”

The calendar of events for Tourism Awareness Month.

This year’s launch was held at the Baganara Island resort.

“During the month of November, we will be launching two new products, One in Region Nine and the other in Region Four, Adding to the 68 [products] already introduced since 2020,” the minister said.

Additionally, persons can look forward to GUYEXPO, the Orealla and South Rupununi Safaris, and the Guyana Christmas Village.

The month of activities will also focus on the interactions between tourism and Guyanese and the behaviour of citizens to promote hospitality.

“This campaign will be sustainable, lasting for at least one year and it will feature aggressive media campaigns which would include billboards, social media, radio, and television.

“We will have those tough conversations . We will tackle some of our bad behaviour,” Minister Rodrigues said.

President of the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana, Mitra Ramkumar said tourism drives value through businesses that are involved and it builds dignity and inclusion along with national pride.

The collaborative approach to tourism between the government and private companies is expected to drive the growth of the industry extensively.

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Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the alleged drowning of Jagadhwar Mohan, a 29-year-old labourer of Lusignan Pasture, East Coast Demerara.

The man is believed to have drowned sometime between 07:10 hrs and 07:25 hrs on Saturday at Annandale Access Road/Sideline Dam, East Coast Demerara.

Police Headquarters said enquiries revealed that Mohan was in the company of two men, collecting ‘puri leaf’ from a trench in the area, when he reportedly slipped into a deep section of the waterway and became submerged. He was later pulled from the water in an unconscious state by the men, and subsequently pronounced dead by Emergency Medical Technicians who responded to the scene.

The body was examined by investigators and showed no marks of violence. It has since been escorted to the Memorial Gardens Funeral Home for storage pending a post-mortem examination.

Investigations are continuing.

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ENet has announced a major expansion of its mobile network across Berbice, bringing high-speed 5G and LTE connectivity to thousands of new customers. With the installation of 18 new cell towers and upgrades to several existing sites, ENet now delivers dramatically improved coverage and performance across the East and West Berbice corridors, representing a 95% increase in mobile capacity across the region.

This milestone reinforces ENet’s commitment to bridging Guyana’s digital divide and ensuring every region benefits from reliable, modern connectivity.

The newly added coverage areas include:

• Sheet Anchor / Cumberland
• #2 Village
• Alness
• Canefield (Canje)
• Gibraltar / #1 Village
• Brothers Village
• Bush Lot (West Coast Berbice)
• Glasgow
• Betsy Ground
• Vryheid
• Lesbeholden
• Cromarty
• #65 Village
• #47 Village
• #55 Village
• #64 Village
• #76 Village
• Linepath (Skeldon)

These new sites significantly strengthen coverage across both East and West Berbice, extending service to communities that were previously underserved. Residents and businesses in these areas can now experience faster data speeds, better call quality, and reliable connectivity for both work and entertainment.

Patrons enjoy themselves at ENet’s booth at the 2025 Berbice Expo

“This expansion marks one of the largest regional network upgrades since ENet launched Mobile,” said Vishok Persaud, Chief Executive Officer of ENet.

“Berbice is a vital part of our national network strategy, and this investment ensures customers there enjoy the same quality of service and technology as those in Georgetown and other major urban areas. Our goal has always been to build a truly national network, one that reaches every Guyanese.”

Patrons at ENet’s booth at the 2025 Berbice Expo

Test Drive – Berbice Edition
To celebrate this expansion, ENet is relaunching its popular “Test Drive” promotion; Test Drive – Berbice Edition. From October 31 to November 30, customers in Berbice can sign up for free and receive a FREE Orange 30 Days Plan, giving them the chance to experience ENet’s lightning-fast 5G network with 0% risk and 100% reward.

With the installation of 18 new cell towers and upgrades to several existing sites, ENet now delivers dramatically improved coverage and performance across the East and West Berbice corridors, representing a 95% increase in mobile capacity across the region

Those who SWITCH and port their number into ENet will also receive a FREE Orange 30 Days Plan, access to the Unnecto Bolt 5G for just $10,000, and the chance to win $100,000 in cash every day during November.
The promotion kicks off at the Berbice Expo on October 31, where ENet will host an interactive booth inviting customers to Connect and Collect; sign up, win prizes, enjoy free Recharge, and more.

The ENet booth at the 2025 Berbice Expo

Since liberalisation of the telecommunications sector in 2020, ENet has been at the forefront of Guyana’s digital transformation, building the country’s largest fiber backbone, launching Guyana’s first locally owned 5G network, and extending fiber and mobile services to more regions than any other provider. With this expansion, ENet continues to demonstrate its commitment to innovation, investment, and national development, ensuring that every Guyanese is connected to a better, faster future (Press release)

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Guyana’s President Dr. Irfaan Ali has described last Sunday’s gas station attack as a “vile assault” on Guyana and affirmed that justice will be relentlessly pursued.

“This attack bore all the hallmarks of terrorism. It was an attempt to sow fear and chaos, to destabilise, to create tension.

“The investigation will continue, the motives behind this heinous act will come to light… We will pursue justice relentlessly,” the President said on Saturday as he addressed the Guyana Defence Force’s 60th Anniversary Thanksgiving Service at the National Cultural Centre.

A horrific explosion unfolded at the Mobil Gas Station on Regent and King Streets on Sunday night. After the explosion, six-year-old Soraya Bourne lost her life. Several others were injured.

Daniel Alexander Ramirez Peodomo, a Venezuelan national who authorities believe is part of a notorious gang, confessed to the attack. He reportedly told investigators that he did so hours after he entered Guyana from Venezuela via boat.

Venezuelan man confesses to bombing gas station, entered Guyana mere hours before 

Peodomo and several others are in Police custody as the investigation into the attack continues. President Ali was clear that all perpetrators would be brought to justice; he also hinted previously that the death penalty would be pursued.

However, the Head of State urged Guyanese to refrain from any violence or aggression.

“… we cannot paint all immigrants with the same brush. Hatred is not the answer to hatred, fear must not drive our national policy, he said, adding, “Guyana will remain a compassionate nation, but one that is also vigilant against those who seek to exploit us.”

As he spoke about the attack, the President expressed confidence in the local security forces. According to him, it was collaborative, intelligence-led work that allowed local authorities to close in on the attacker and his accomplices in a matter of days.

Against that backdrop, the Commander-in-Chief of the Guyanese Armed Forces assured citizens that its security forces are working tirelessly to keep the country safe.

 

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See below the full release from the Guyana Police Force: 

The Guyana Police Force is urging all citizens, and residents to remain vigilant and to promptly report any suspicious persons, activities or movements observed within their communities, or public spaces.

Members of the public are reminded, that maintaining safety and security is a shared responsibility, and early reporting of suspicious behavior can help prevent unlawful acts, and ensure the wellbeing of all.

Anyone who notices suspicious individuals loitering, acting unusually, or behaving in a manner that raises concern, is asked to immediately contact the Force Control (24-Hour Operations Centre) on any of the following numbers: 227-1149, 227-1611, 225-8196, 225-6940, 226-1389, 227-1148, 227-2128, 227-1141 or the Emergency Hotline 911 for immediate assistance.

All information provided will be treated with the strictest confidence.

The Guyana Police Force thanks the public for their continued cooperation and partnership in maintaining peace and security across the nation.

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Imran Khan, a 34-year-old resident of Bagotsown, East Bank Demerara, was found dead inside a motor car at Mon Repos South, East Coast Demerara on Friday.

Police Headquarters reported that ranks led by a Gazetted Officer visited the scene and observed the vehicle parked on the southern parapet of the roadway. The body was seated in the front passenger seat with the head leaning to the driver’s side. Police said no visible marks of violence were observed.

Dead was Imran Khan

Detectives processed the scene and several personal items were retrieved from the vehicle. The car has since been lodged for further examination.

As the Police probe the circumstances surrounding the man’s death, CCTV footage from the area is being reviewed. It was also noted that several persons have been interviewed as part of the ongoing investigation.

The man’s body was examined by a doctor who confirmed the death, and it was later escorted to the Memorial Gardens Funeral Home for storage pending a post-mortem examination.

Investigations are continuing.

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It’s happening again! The holiday season is about to get even brighter for Massy Stores shoppers, as the company officially launches its highly anticipated Christmas Jackpot Promotion, now in its fourth consecutive year of gifting a brand-new vehicle to one lucky customer.

This year’s grand prize is a 2025 Hyundai Creta Advance SUV, along with a number of high-value consolation prizes including refrigerators, washing machines, and more, ensuring that multiple customers will celebrate Christmas in grand style.

To qualify, customers simply need to spend $8,000 or more in a single transaction at any Massy Stores location to earn a coupon for entry. Every $8,000 spent gives shoppers another chance to win both the grand prize SUV and the exciting consolation prizes.

The consolation prize draw will be held on December 18, just in time for winners to receive their prizes before Christmas, while the grand prize draw will take place shortly after the promotion concludes on January 31, 2026. Customers shopping on shopmassystoresgy.com will be eligible to win both the grand prize and the consolation prizes.

Reflecting on the success of the campaign, Chrystel Taylor, Marketing & Promotions Coordinator at Massy Stores, said, “Our customers have been incredibly supportive throughout the year, and this promotion is really our way of saying thank you. The Christmas Jackpot Promotion has become such a joyful tradition, something our shoppers genuinely look forward to. Seeing the excitement and pure joy on our winners’ faces each year reminds us why we do it. It’s about giving back and celebrating the customers who continue to grow with us. Every time we hand over those keys, it feels like we’re sharing in their Christmas happiness.”

Past winners of the Christmas Jackpot are 2024: Ms. Corencer Mentore won a 2024 Nissan Qashqai SUV; for the 2023 jackpot: Dr. Tara Martinez-Dias won a 2024 MG ZS SUV and for the 2022 Jackpot, Colin Weeks won the 2023 Nissan X-Trail T32.

This year’s promotion continues that tradition of excitement and gratitude, inviting every shopper to be part of the festive fun and maybe even drive away in a brand-new SUV.

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A modern multipurpose facility designed to expand the Civil Defence Commission’s (CDC) storage capacity for disaster relief was commissioned on Friday at the CDC’s Headquarters, Thomas Road, Thomas Lands, Georgetown.

The state-of-the-art complex, which is valued at $97.8 million and funded by the Office of the Prime Minister, will also enhance the agency’s logistical and coordination capabilities, ensuring that emergency supplies are properly maintained and swiftly deployed in times of crisis.

 

 

In his feature address, Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips said this signified another step in strengthening Guyana’s national capacity for preparedness and response.

He said that readiness must be built, trained, housed, and supported by the right infrastructure and resources.

The prime minister emphasised that these investments directly save time, reduce loss, and protect lives, while reaffirming the government’s commitment to building resilience across all institutions responsible for national security and disaster management.

“Ladies and gentlemen, preparedness demands resources, but also foresight. The cost of readiness is always less than the cost of inaction. Each dollar invested in prevention saves many more in recovery,” adding “it spares communities from prolonged suffering and allows the economy to rebound faster.”

 

The prime minister also noted that the CDC’s growing footprint mirrors Guyana’s wider development progress, pointing to similar facilities established in Region Nine and another to be commissioned in Region Eight to improve regional response there, noting that when adversity comes, Guyana will not be caught unprepared.

He further stressed that each improvement in the CDC’s capacity strengthens the nation’s overall resilience.

 

 

Over the years, the CDC has led national training in oil spill response, contingency planning, and interagency coordination. The commission has also worked closely with the private sector and regional partners, most notably providing swift humanitarian relief to Grenada and St Vincent following natural disasters last year.

Currently, the CDC, together with private sector partners, are mobilising support for Jamaica and other Caribbean countries severely impacted by Hurricane Melissa, which the prime minister described as “perhaps the biggest storm the region has experienced in the last 200 years.”

Prime Minister Phillips concluded by reaffirming the government’s full support for the commission, stating that preparedness “must be maintained every day through discipline, coordination, and commitment.” (Republished from the Department of Public Information)

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