Constitution
Caribbean Court says Granger’s gov’t in “caretaker” mode, elections must be determined locally
The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) on Friday ruled that it is for Guyana's President, Opposition Leader, Parliament and the...
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OPINION: Prisoner’s Dilemma and a call to extend and reform
Guyana’s political establishment is faced with a version of the Prisoner’s Dilemma. By Terrence R. Blackman (PhD) and Thomas B....
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Negotiators send back GECOM chair issue to Granger, Jagdeo
Government and opposition representatives briefing the media shortly after their meeting. Political negotiators for the government and opposition Thursday evening...
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PPP asks CCJ to order swift appointment of GECOM Chair, general elections on Sept 18 with same voters list
Flashback: PPP General Secretary Bharrat Jagdeo points to presidential candidate, Irfaan Ali while admitting he was his pick. Opposition Leader,...
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President submits James Patterson, 7 others for GECOM Chair
At today’s meeting, the government side was represented by Vice President and Minister of Public Security, Khemraj Ramjattan; Minister of...
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President blocks imprisonment of Finance Minister; GRA claims GYD$527m in taxes from Dipcon
Finance Minister, Winston Jordan delivering the 2019 National Budget. President David Granger on Monday blocked Finance Minister Winston Jordan from...
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Guyana gov’t asks Caribbean Court to leave elections up to Parliament, GECOM, President, Opposition Leader
The Guyana government wants the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) to rule that it cannot direct when general elections should...
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Jagdeo deflects questions on whether existing voters’ list advantageous to PPP
Opposition Leader Bharrat Jagdeo addressing a commemorative ceremony in honour of late President Cheddi Jagan. (file photo). As Guyana's governing...
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Jagdeo, Granger make some progress on appointing new GECOM Chairman
Bharrat Jagdeo briefing reporters outside the Ministry of the Presidency. Opposition Leader Bharrat Jagdeo Thursday afternoon emerged from what he...
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Jagdeo’s overture to Granger a “starting point” for consensual GECOM Chairman – WPA
Chairwoman of the WPA, Tabitha Sarabo-Halley (left) and other party executive members Dr. David Hinds and Tacuma Ogunseye. The Working...
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