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-as PPP unwilling to tackle corruption
The Opposition has expressed concern over the recent sanctions issued by the United States Department of Treasury and the attendant possibility of a threat to the entire local financial system, which it feels is an indication that the PPP is unwilling to fight corruption in Guyana.
As the trading of blame continues with respect to the government’s tackling of gold smuggling and corruption here, former president Donald Ramotar yesterday said that during his tenure in office the United States never raised the issue of gold smuggling with him.
Hours after he celebrated his birthday, a miner was early yesterday morning set afire by another, who found him sleeping in his Wenamu Backdam, Cuyuni River camp, and accused him of having a relationship with his wife.
A construction worker is in police custody after he admitted that he stole several cases of beverages and a music box from a Bartica church and shared the beverages with his friends.
As part of the Health Care Network Strengthening project, the Ministry of Health has invited bidders to design and build two hospitals at Kato in Region Eight (Potaro-Siparuni) and Moruca in Region One (Barima-Waini).
The Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC) announced the phased relocation of specific operations at the rehabilitated controversial building at High and Princes streets.
KFC Elite League
Defending champion, the Guyana Defence Force (GDF), solidified their position atop the standings in the KFC Elite League, disarming Anns Grove 4-1 on Saturday evening at the National Training Centre, Providence, East Bank Demerara.
Jason Lespor, a 34-year-old porter of Lot 56 James Street, Albouystown, Georgetown was on Wednesday remanded to prison on charges of attempted murder and inflicting grievous bodily harm to two men who went to the rescue of a woman he was beating.
– GDF’s Milo adjudged Best Novice fighter
In what is becoming a familiar sight, the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) once again won the Best Overall Gym accolade when the Guyana Boxing Association’s (GBA) National Novices Championship concluded last evening at the National Gymnasium, Mandela Avenue.
AAG National Senior Championships
– GDF win team championship
The Athletics Association of Guyana’s (AAG) National Senior Championships came to an end yesterday at the National Track and Field Centre (NTFC), Edinburgh, West Coast Demerara.
-officials largely unaware of the matter
The recent death of 22-year-old Karon Thompson from hemorrhagic dengue fever, has raised serious concerns about the response and preparedness of the Ministry of Health in addressing the surge of dengue cases across the country.
GTA Doubles Championship
Leyland Leacock and Phillip Squires captured the Men’s 35 and Over title when the Guyana Tennis Association Doubles Championship continued at the National Racquet Centre on Camp Street and Woolford Avenue.
The Guyana Power and Light Inc (GPL) said it has successfully installed deterrents and conductor shields on the line towers of the Turkish Power ship to prevent birds from causing blackouts.
Touches and Make It Happen recorded hard-fought wins when the 6th edition of the Mocha Village Cup ‘Soft Shoe’ Football Championship resumed on Saturday night at the community centre ground.
-unforeseen structural challenges cited among causes for delay
Restoration works on the historic City Hall building in Georgetown, initially awarded to the Trinidad-based company, Fides Limited, remain ongoing.