Lynnesha Rigby

PRESS RELEASE MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS OCTOBER 7, 2025 Ministry of Home Affairs Launches Digitised Immigration Support Services Platform – A collaborative initiative with the National Data Management Authority (NDMA) Fulfilling a key commitment made by His Excellency, President Dr. Irfaan Ali, to digitalise government services across Guyana, the Ministry of Home Affairs, in collaboration

Minister of Home Affairs, Hon. Oneidge Walrond, along with Permanent Secretary Mr. Andre Ally, is meeting with Director of Prisons Mr. Nicklon Elliott, the prison directorate, and heads of departments. The discussions are focused on advancing the 10-Point Improvement Plan and 2025 Developmental Plans, aimed at strengthening staff welfare, improving inmate rehabilitation, and enhancing overall

Minister of Home Affairs, Hon. Oneidge Walrond, has issued a tough charge to the leadership of the Guyana Police Force, calling for stronger discipline, integrity, and accountability. Addressing the Force’s Executive Leadership Team and Commanders earlier today (October 1, 2025), Minister Walrond reminded them that while Government has delivered record investment in infrastructure, mobility, technology,

This morning, at 10:00 a.m. Geneva time (4:00 a.m. Guyana time), the United Nations Human Rights Council formally adopted the Report of the Working Group on the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) of Guyana, bringing the country’s Fourth Cycle Review to a close. The process began with the 4th UPR cycle review on May 6-9, 2025,

During her visit on Saturday (September 27, 2025), Minister Walrond experienced firsthand the capabilities of the state-of-the-art fire boat, (Protector Eight). Onboard, she witnessed a live firefighting demonstration that highlighted the high level of precision, coordination, and expertise required to operate such specialized equipment. “This visit reinforced the Government’s steadfast commitment to equipping our Fire