admin

Security Guard on $200k bail for possession of ammo Jun 29, 2024 Court Stories, Features / Columnists, News Shervin Alexander Kaieteur News – A 41-year-old Security Guard was on Friday placed on $200,000 bail for possession of four rounds of ammunition without a licence. Shervin Alexander of lot 1146 Cummings Park, E Field, Sophia was arrested on June 27 at Plum Park, Sophia, Greater Georgetown while he was on duty. Alexander was charged with possession of two live rounds of 40mm ammunition and two live 9mm ammunition without being the holder of a licence. He pleaded not guilty to both charges when he appeared at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court before Principal Magistrate Faith McGusty. The Security Guard was represented by attorney Jevon Cox who told the court that his client has no knowledge of the offences noting that the ammunition was found in a public place and not on his client. Further, Cox told the court that there were other security officers present at the said location. The lawyer informed the court that his client has an unblemished record and has no pending matters in the court as he pleaded for bail to be granted. Notwithstanding, the prosecutor objected to bail, citing the serious nature of the offence. The prosecutor revealed that on the day in question, a detective received information about an ongoing investigation related to Alexander. As a result, the detective met Alexander at the Children and Family Centre, in Sophia and attempted to question him. During his attempt, Alexander attempted to escape north within the compound but was apprehended. The detective reportedly searched Alexander and discovered an unlicensed firearm with four live rounds in the front pocket of his pants. When asked about the weapon, Alexander reportedly told the detective, “I buy it for my own protection when I working.” The prosecutor then informed the court that Alexander was also charged with illegal possession of a firearm but that charge was not placed before the court. The magistrate after listening to the arguments granted Alexander $100,000 bail for each charge with the condition that he reports to the Prashad Nagar Outpost on the last Friday of each month before 16:00h. Alexander is scheduled to return to court on July 12 for statements. Related Similar Articles

CARICOM, Argentina Foreign Ministers meet during OAS General Assembly Jun 29, 2024 News Kaieteur News – The Caribbean Community’s (CARICOM) Foreign Ministers met with Her Excellency Diana Mondino, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Worship of the Argentine Republic in the margins of the Organisation of American States (OAS) General Assembly taking place in Asunción, Paraguay, from 26-28 June 2024. Discussions during the encounter addressed global, hemispheric, and bilateral issues of mutual interest, including climate change, climate financing, and support for Small Island Developing States (SIDS), the ongoing multifaceted situation in Haiti, trade, and sports. Both sides agreed to convene the long overdue CARICOM-Argentina Joint Commission. CARICOM Foreign Ministers called on Argentina to continue advocacy on various matters, including reform of the international financial architecture in multilateral fora such as the G-20. Related Similar Articles

U.S. commits to standing with Guyana in face of ‘bullies and tyrants’ Jun 29, 2024 News US Ambassador Nicole Theriot and President Mohamed Irfaan Ali, at the 2024 Fourth of July celebration at Pegasus Suites and Corporate Centre (DPI) Kaieteur News – United States Ambassador to Guyana, Nicole Theriot on Thursday assured that the United States stands resolutely with Guyana in face of bullies and tyrants. “In the face of bullies and tyrants, the United States will always stand with Guyana. We will continue to grow and prosper together and enjoy peace and security in this critically important region,” the U.S. Diplomat assured. The Ambassador was at the time speaking at the country’s 4th of July celebration held at the Pegasus Suite and Corporate Centre, Kingston, Georgetown. Over the years, Guyana and the United States have solidified their partnership through continuous collaboration and investments, bolstering ties across key sectors and contributing to significant economic and social advancements. Ambassador Theriot highlighted the robust ties in sectors including law enforcement, business, healthcare, education, agriculture, and infrastructure. “Through trade missions, conferences, and exchange between our private sectors, our companies are unleashing economic growth that supports the employment of thousands, providing a better future for Guyana,” Theriot stated. Last year, the two countries traded goods worth US$4.6 billion, a significant increase from the US$100 million. Several Guyanese firms and the government have also adopted US technology to enhance efficiency and competitiveness. This has significantly bolstered the countries’ deep commercial ties along with the increasing presence of US companies in Guyana. In support of the government’s vision of transforming Guyana into the Caribbean food security hub, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has been working to bring products like turmeric, coconut, and West Indian cherries to market in Guyana and abroad. Dedicated to providing foreign assistance, USAID has also facilitated multiple programmes, promoting food security, small business incubation, women’s economic security, and institutional strengthening in Guyana. Further strengthening connections, approximately 38 volunteers from the US agency Peace Corps have been partnering with the government, communities, and schools to improve literacy rates and healthcare knowledge nationwide. US exchange alumni from the Young Leaders of the Americas and International Visitors Leadership Programmes also contribute to making a tangible difference in communities across Guyana. The alumni use the valuable experience from their time in the US to foster entrepreneurial innovation among women, train teachers in inclusive education and inspire youth to become engaged community leaders. Ambassador Theriot also referred to the countries’ military partnership as “the strongest it’s ever been” and pledged the US’s dedication to maintaining this. The US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), along with Guyana’s Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit, has seized thousands of kilogrammes of illegal drugs. The US law enforcement has also collaborated with the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) on institutional strengthening, air domain awareness, cyber defence, and apprehending fugitives. Under the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative, the US has allocated significant military financing to support the Guyana Coast Guard, which is responsible for ensuring maritime security through maritime surveillance and law enforcement. By hosting Tradewinds, Guyana has brought together over 1,000 personnel from partner nations for an exercise aimed at increasing regional training capacity and promoting regional stability. The two countries continue to maintain strong investment relations, with more US hotels being built across Georgetown. (Modified from the Department of Public Information) Related Similar Articles

Independence Boulevard man remanded for breaching Protection Order Jun 29, 2024 Court Stories, Features / Columnists, News Parnandand Persaud at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court Kaieteur News – A 40-year-old man was on Friday remanded to prison for breaching a Protection Order, damage to property and throwing missiles when he appeared at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court. The accused, Parnandand Persaud, appeared before Magistrate Faith McGusty to answer the charges. Reports are that on June 26, on Independence Boulevard, Persaud breached a Protection Order that was issued on February 28, 2024 in favour of his sister Neshal Persaud. The man is accused of threatening his sister. Further, it is alleged that Persaud unlawfully and maliciously damaged property belonging to his sister. Reports are that Parnandand intentionally damaged three sets of windows valued $14,329 at the house Neshal lives in. He is also accused of throwing missiles, in the name of a cell phone at his sibling’s house. While in court, when asked to enter his plea, Parnandand told the magistrate he has no recollection of the incident since he was under the influence of alcohol. The court was told that Parnandand and Neshal both reside in the same yard but in separate houses. The prosecutor objected to bail being granted noting that Parnandand is in the habit of consuming alcohol, smoking and using cocaine. The attorney told the court that the accused has a history of abusing his sister, and threatening to kill her and setting her house on fire. The case was adjourned and Parnandand is scheduled to return to court on July 12, 2024, for further reports and statements. Related Similar Articles

Guyana signs landmark OACPS-EU Partnership Agreement Jun 29, 2024 News Guyana’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom His Excellency Dr. Rajendra Singh (left) signed the agreement on behalf of Guyana at a ceremony held at the OACPS Secretariat in Brussels, Belgium. (Ministry of Foreign Affairs photograph) Kaieteur News – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on Friday announced that the Government of Guyana has signed the Organisation of African, Caribbean, and Pacific States (OACPS) – European Union (EU) Partnership Agreement, known as the “Samoa Agreement”. In a statement posted on its Facebook page, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation said, “This significant accord aims to strengthen ties, promote sustainable development, and enhance cooperation between OACPS member states and the European Union.” Guyana’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom His Excellency Dr. Rajendra Singh signed the agreement on behalf of Guyana at a ceremony held at the OACPS Secretariat in Brussels, Belgium. The event was attended by high-level officials from the OACPS Secretariat and the European Commission. The landmark agreement succeeds the Cotonou Partnership Agreement, signed in 2000, and will govern relations among the signatories for the next twenty years. Negotiations concluded in December 2020, and the agreement entered into force provisionally in January 2024. The 27 EU member states and the 79 African, Caribbean, and Pacific countries collectively represent around 2 billion people and more than half of the seats at the United Nations. “This new Agreement equips the Parties to better address emerging needs and global challenges, including climate change, inclusive and sustainable economic growth and development, migration, health, and peace and security,” the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. Related Similar Articles

Bids open to supervise nursing schools’ project Jun 29, 2024 News Kaieteur News – During a recent opening of bids at the National Procurement and Tender Administration Board (NPTAB) office, it was revealed that three consultancy firms are bidding for the contract to supervise the construction of the Health Science Training Complex in Regions Two and Six. The firms bidding for the Ministry of Health project are Vikab Engineering Consultants Limited – $347,350,000, Beston Consulting Inc. – $189,350,000, and Kalitech Inc. – $193,050,000. Kaieteur News had reported that the training complex that is under construction at Suddie, Region Two is being built by Roopan Ramotar Investment to the tune of $881 million, while the training complex for New Amsterdam, Region Six is being constructed by SAH Construction & Supplies to the tune of $918 million. It was reported that the new structures are part of the ministry’s plan to expand training opportunities for nurses and other healthcare workers across Guyana. Below are the companies and their bids: Audit Office of Guyana Supply and delivery of laptops. Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development Closure and restoration of D’Edward dumpsite, Region Five. Ministry of Health Professional engineering consultancy services for supervision of the construction : Suddie Nursing School, The New Amsterdam Nursing School. Guyana Defence Force Repairs to senior officer accommodation at Base Camp Stephenson. Repairs to all ranks mess hall and kitchen at Base Camp Stephenson. Guyana Sugar Corporation Supply and delivery of High Density Polyethylene Corrugate Drainage tubes/ pipers for Industry. Supply and delivery of mild steel and steam pipes for Industry. Replacement of #3 vacuum pan at Albion Estate. Guyana Water Inc. Construction of elevated storage within the Communities of Awarewanunau, Shea and Maruranau. Related Similar Articles

Guyana Human Organ and Tissue Transplant Agency to certify hospitals as transplant centers – Director of Medical Services Jun 29, 2024 News Director of Medical Services, Dr. Navindranaugth Rambarran Kaieteur News – The Guyana Human Organ and Tissue Transplant Agency (HOTTA) is currently certifying hospitals across the country that have already completed transplants to be transplant centers. The Georgetown Public Hospital (GPHC) is the first to be certified after rigorous screening and inspection. This was disclosed by the Director of Medical Services and Member of HOTTA Dr. Navindranauth Rambarran during an episode of Health Matters aired by the National Communications Network (NCN) on Thursday. He was asked by the interviewer whether the GPHC is the only hospital that can now conduct transplants in the country citing its certification. “Well yes and no, on whether we are the only hospital that can do transplants. There are many including GPHC that have done transplants and will continue to do transplants but with the advent of the agency that has the oversight on transplantation,” the director said. He explained that the agency is now going through a process of regularizing and certifying these institutions to be transplant centers. The GPHC is the first hospital to be certified by this process, after having undergone self-study and reporting. Additionally, there was an inspectorate that did a “thorough inspection of the SOP’s, the protocols, the infrastructure, the human and material resources that are available, we have been certified as being competent to offer transplant services.” Furthermore, “The big shift here is really the paradigm movement from not just doing live donor transplant, but moving towards deceased donor transplant or otherwise referred to a cadaveric transplants. Where we will use the organs for those persons who would have wanted their organs to be used and their families consent, where these persons who are deemed to be brain dead on a ventilator we go through the process of identifying if they can be potential donors and then we follow the process where we see if they are suitable donors and we approach the family.” This is usually done by the transplant coordinator and once the family is in agreement then the donation process happens and there is an eventual transplant to give hope and life to someone who needs it. Related Similar Articles