Newly appointed Minister of Home Affairs, Hon. Oneidge Walrond, convened her first meeting with the Ministry’s Heads of Department this morning in the Boardroom, where she was warmly welcomed by senior officials and staff. While expressing appreciation for the warm reception, Minister Walrond emphasized her commitment to collaborative leadership. “This is an opportunity for a […]
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The Senior Advisor in Home Affairs and Natural Resources and former Minister of Home Affairs, Mr. Robeson Benn, this morning (Monday, September 15, 2025), formally handed over the reins of leadership in a symbolic passing of the baton to the newly appointed Minister of Home Affairs, the Honourable Oneidge Walrond. The occasion signaled the beginning
Honourable Minister Robeson Benn concludes an exceptional and transformative tenure at the Ministry of Home Affairs, having served with unwavering dedication and outstanding leadership from 2020 to 2025. Under his visionary stewardship, Minister Benn spearheaded groundbreaking initiatives such as the Fresh Start Program, among others, which has provided opportunities for rehabilitation and reintegration, fundamentally strengthening
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The Permanent Secretary, Mr. Andre Ally, and the staff of the Ministry of Home Affairs extend a warm welcome to Honourable Oneidge Walrond as our new Minister. We are confident that your visionary leadership and steadfast dedication will further strengthen our shared commitment to public safety, national security, and effective governance. We look forward to
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The Ministry of Home Affairs wishes to assure residents of Albouystown that support is being provided in the aftermath of the devastating fire which occurred yesterday (Thursday, September 11, 2025) on James Street. A team from the Ministry’s Utility Section, along with the necessary equipment, is currently on the ground assisting with the clearing of
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The Civil Defence Commission (CDC) has operationalized a shelter at the Six Head Lewis Gym located at Callender and Independence Boulevard, Albouystown, to accommodate those displaced by the fire. Accommodations for tonight, as well as personal effects, are being provided. Minister of Home Affairs, Hon. Robeson Benn; Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill; and
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Thursday, September 11, 2025, a fire broke out on James Street, Albouystown, between Hill and Albouys Streets. Firefighters remain on the scene and are still working to soak the area to ensure the blaze is completely extinguished. As a safety measure, the Guyana Power and Light (GPL) has disconnected power in the vicinity to allow
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Today, (September 10, 2025), we come together to raise awareness, offer hope, and remind one another that every life matters. Suicide is preventable, and even the smallest act of kindness can make a difference. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out, you are not alone! And help is available. Let us
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The Guyana Forensic Science Laboratory (GFSL), in collaboration with the Government Analyst–Food and Drug Department (GA-FDD) and the Institute of Applied Science and Technology (IAST), today officially opened a three-day Inter-Laboratory Training on Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS) at the IAST Boardroom, University of Guyana, Turkeyen Campus. The training is designed to strengthen technical capacity across
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The Ministry of Home Affairs invites stakeholders to join a webinar on the implementation of the International Road Transport Agreement (IRTA) on Thursday, September 11, from 9:00 hrs to 12:00 hrs (Guyana Time). The IRTA regulates passenger and cargo transport by road between Guyana and Brazil, both as destination and transit points to third countries.
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