AGP Executive Report

Court & Justice: A High Court jury has found Anil Sancharra and Vinod Gopaul guilty of the 2020 murders of Joel and Isaiah Henry, with the defence challenging the credibility of a key state witness. Child Protection & Crime: A 23-year-old man charged over the Zeelugt killing of seven-year-old Adriel Mohamed is expected to face additional charges as the mother demands answers. Sex Offences Law: President Irfaan Ali has ordered the Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill sent to a Select Committee after public backlash, with the Cabinet backing that any sex offender register should be public. Public Health & Safety: CARPHA, with IATA support, trained 18 people from 15 CARICOM states to safely transport infectious specimens, strengthening regional lab and outbreak readiness. Regional Policy: CARICOM trade ministers opened the 62nd COTED meeting in Guyana, flagging global uncertainty, higher fuel/food/fertiliser prices, and risks to growth and food security. Environment & Tech: Guyana’s Local Government Ministry met Huawei to explore technology solutions to curb illegal dumping. EV Standards: CARICOM is pushing to harmonise EV charging standards, with speakers warning countries can’t simply copy-paste rules from elsewhere. Aviation & Logistics: Cargojet Airways is set to begin weekly non-scheduled cargo flights to Guyana for DHL Express, boosting air freight links. Energy & Business: Shearwater won an ExxonMobil Guyana contract for a two-month offshore DAS seismic survey supporting reservoir surveillance at Yellowtail.

Sex Offences Bill U-turn: After public backlash, President Irfaan Ali ordered the Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill sent to a Select Committee, with Cabinet backing a fully public sex offenders register instead of a “closed” one. Armed violence in Georgetown: Police say a robbery-under-arms attempt at a Mandela Avenue supermarket ended with a gunman shot dead after firing at a patrol officer; investigations continue. Domestic violence arrest: WIN MP Deon La Cruz was arrested in Moruca for allegedly abusing his wife and four-year-old child, including threats with a chopper. Justice for Henry boys: A Berbice High Court jury found Anil Sanchara and Vinod Gopaul guilty of murdering Isaiah and Joel Henry. Labour unrest at Wales gas project: Bus drivers protested “three months, no pay” at the Gas-to-Energy project, leaving workers stranded. Public safety and services: NPTAB awarded $329M for new fire stations in Regions 5 and 6; police also urged heavy truck drivers through Linden to improve road safety. Trade and connectivity: Cargojet Airways will start weekly non-scheduled cargo flights for DHL Express USA from June 12. Oil & business: Govt and ExxonMobil are in advanced talks to appoint a sole expert to resolve a US$214M cost recovery dispute.

Closed Sex Offenders Registry U-turn: After public pushback, President Ali ordered the Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill sent to a Special Select Committee, with the Cabinet now favouring a public register—reversing earlier support for a “closed” model. Child protection data questioned: Forward Guyana MP Amanza Walton-Desir is demanding to know what happened to 584 girls under 16 referred to the Childcare and Protection Agency after becoming pregnant between 2020 and 2025, saying Parliament was not given enough follow-through data. High-profile murder cases: A Berbice jury convicted Anil Sanchara and Vinod Gopaul of murdering Isaiah and Joel Henry in 2020, while separately a 23-year-old “Max” Shaeed Mohammed was charged and remanded for the Zeelugt killing of 7-year-old Adriel Mohamed. Health system crackdown: President Ali warned health officials they will be dismissed if they bypass the new centralized medical supply system. Cancer care link: Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony says Martinique is ready to supply radioactive drugs for certain cancers, alongside survivor-focused events by Lotus Cancer Initiative. Oil and finance: ExxonMobil says it’s seeking approval to raise Stabroek production above 900,000 bpd, while Citibank opened a Georgetown Representative Office to support Guyana’s development goals. Trade finance boost: IDB Invest and CDB signed a US$25m guarantee facility to expand trade financing across Caribbean markets. Regional agri-tech push: Guyana and Brazil signed on to create a Caribbean agricultural science, technology and innovation hub.

Oil & Gas Accountability: ExxonMobil says talks with the Guyana government on a decommissioning fund are “very productive,” with US$489.5M already set aside as asset retirement obligations, while the company is still fighting Guyana over US$214M in disputed expenses and hints the matter could go to the ICC if a sole expert can’t be agreed. Energy Infrastructure: A US$9M Guyana National Control Centre for the Wales Gas-to-Energy project is on track for August 2026 operations, with SCADA equipment undergoing acceptance testing to strengthen real-time power management. Crime & Justice: Henry Boys’ killers Anil Sanchara and Vinod Gopaul were convicted by a Berbice jury for the 2020 murders of cousins Isaiah and Joel Henry. Human Services & Law: The Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill is defended as the basis for Guyana’s first sex offenders registry, with the Human Services Minister saying it stems from public consultation. Health: Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony says mammography access is expanding beyond Georgetown and urges early screening, alongside HPV and other cancer prevention efforts. Agriculture & Innovation: Guyana and Brazil launched a Caribbean Sustainable Agriculture STI Hub to scale tropical agri-tech and boost regional food security. Governance & Transparency: GYEITI validation begins with a closed-door civil society meeting as concerns linger over transparency and freedom of information in the extractive sector.

Sex Offences Reform: Guyana’s Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill 2026 introduces the country’s first sex offenders registry, backed by wide public consultations and designed to strengthen victim protection and remove time limits for charging. Court Verdict: Berbice cousins Isaiah and Joel Henry’s 2020 murder case ended with Berbice duo Anil Sancharra and Vinod Gopaul found guilty, with the prosecution relying heavily on a key witness’s account. Child Murder Case: A 23-year-old farmer accused of killing 7-year-old Adriel Mohamed and stabbing the child’s great-aunt was arraigned after a confession and is remanded to prison pending further court dates. Public Finance Clash: Former Finance Minister Winston Jordan blasted the government’s $54.8B supplementary budget request as “out of control” and warned Parliament has become a rubber stamp. Procurement Watch: Auditor General findings flagged nearly $210M in contracts tied to procurement irregularities, including contract splitting by the Guyana Police Force and missing evaluation committee steps in Region Five. Regional Security: CARICOM Secretariat welcomed a Guyana Defence Force senior command delegation for crime and security knowledge-sharing. Diaspora & Culture: Over 10,000 Guyanese in Brooklyn turned out for the 60th Independence Diamond Jubilee parade and unity concert. Agriculture Innovation: Guyana launched a Caribbean Sustainable Agriculture STI Hub with Brazil’s EMBRAPA and IICA to boost tropical agrifood research and technology. Sports: Women’s Caribbean Premier League expands to four teams in 2026 with Jamaica Empress joining Guyana Amazon Warriors, Barbados Tridents and Trinbago Knight Riders.

Healthcare Accountability: President Irfaan Ali warned regional health officials they will be dismissed if they bypass Guyana’s new centralised medical supply system, which becomes the sole platform from July 1 and requires sign-off for emergency purchases. Underage Pregnancy Data: The Childcare and Protection Agency recorded 584 cases of girls under 16 becoming pregnant between 2020 and 2025, with the CPA unable to say how many gave birth because its systems don’t disaggregate outcomes. Oil Production Review: Government is reviewing ExxonMobil’s request to ramp up output at the Yellowtail FPSO, which could lift total Stabroek production to about 945,000 bpd. Development Bank Scrutiny: Critics say the proposed Guyana Development Bank bill lacks independent oversight and could put billions at risk, with concerns over governance and accountability. Crime Update: Two more men were remanded over an AK-47 rifles probe, including a wash bay attendant charged with firearms offences. Media Freedom: Former Stabroek News editor Anand Persaud will lead the launch of Kiskadee Watch, a free online daily set for June 14. Sports & Culture: WCPL expands to four teams with Jamaica Empress joining Guyana Amazon Warriors, Barbados Tridents and Trinbago Knight Riders in Barbados from Sept 5–17.

Cancer Care Links: Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony says Martinique is willing to send radioactive drugs/isotopes to Guyana for treatment of certain cancers, with survivors sharing experiences at a World Cancer Survivors Day 2026 event. Survivorship Spotlight: Lotus Cancer Initiative Inc. honoured 18 cancer survivors at “Stories of Strength,” pushing early detection and better access to care. Press Freedom & Media: Former Stabroek News staff will launch “Kiskadee Watch” on June 14, led by Anand Persaud, aiming to restore trusted, independent, fact-based reporting. Health System Enforcement: President Irfaan Ali warned regional health officials they will be sent home if they bypass Guyana’s new centralised medical supply system from July 1, with emergency purchases requiring sign-off. Parliament & Spending Scrutiny: Former Finance Minister Winston Jordan criticised the government’s fresh $54.8B supplementary spending request as evidence of weak planning and inadequate parliamentary oversight. Crime Update: A 23-year-old farmer accused in the murder of 7-year-old Adriel Mohamed and the attack on 72-year-old Halima Itwari has confessed after police confronted him with CCTV. Regional Security: CARICOM hosted Guyana Defence Force senior officers for a crime and security engagement session. Sports & Community: WCPL fixtures confirmed with Jamaica Empress joining Guyana Amazon Warriors, Barbados Tridents and Trinbago Knight Riders in a September festival in Barbados; West Indies’ Shamar Joseph will miss the final ODI vs Sri Lanka due to personal reasons.

Healthcare Breakthrough: An Indian surgeon set a world record by performing a robot-assisted cardiac procedure on a patient in Indore while operating remotely from Georgetown, Guyana—nearly 20,000 km away—using the SSI Mantra system. Mining Costs: The Guyana government says foreign gold miners pay as little as US$5 per acre annually for mining lands, while locals pay US$3, drawing fresh criticism over the low rental rates. Local Democracy Pressure: PNCR is demanding the immediate restoration of the Local Government Commission, saying its absence is leaving councils unable to discipline staff and handle misconduct. Transport & Energy Upgrades: The US$161M Soesdyke–Linden Highway project is about 90% complete, and Guyana is set to expand its public EV charging network to 24 stations by year-end. Education & Justice: The Teaching Service Commission is reviewing a case involving alleged mistreatment of an autistic child, with disciplinary hearings expected to be completed within 10 days. Crime Update: A teacher accused of ganja found in his car says the marijuana is not his, claiming he sat in the spot where police found it. Regional Sports: Shamar Joseph will miss the final ODI vs Sri Lanka due to personal reasons, with expectations to return for the T20 series.

ICJ Dispute: Venezuela has rejected Prime Minister Mark Phillips’ comments on a possible International Court of Justice ruling over the Essequibo, saying it never consented to the court’s jurisdiction and will not recognise any decision, insisting the Geneva Agreement should guide a negotiated solution. Parliament Watch: Parliamentary committees were finally reconstituted after months of delay, but opposition attempts to place Amanza Walton-Desir on several committees were blocked. Healthcare Push: The Health Ministry has launched a 31-month, EU-funded initiative to build a sustainable organ donation and transplant system, aiming to improve access and reduce overseas treatment. Crime: Police say they’ve arrested a suspect in the murder of seven-year-old Adriel Aftab Mohamed and the attempted murder of his great-grandmother in Zeelugt. Energy & Roads: The Soesdyke-Linden Highway project is about 90% complete, and Guyana is set to add more public EV charging stations by year-end. Sports: Shamar Joseph will miss the final ODI against Sri Lanka due to personal reasons.

Crime & Justice: Police investigating the Zeelugt home invasion that left 7-year-old Adriel Aftab Mohamed dead and his 72-year-old great-aunt stabbed; a suspected perpetrator has been arrested at his residence in Region Three. Energy & Cost of Living: Government says talks to renew the Karpowership power contract are ongoing as Opposition presses for answers, while GPL begins rolling out the $30,000 monthly electricity subsidy for eligible pensioners from the June billing cycle. Governance & Corruption Debate: Minister Gail Teixeira rejects the use of Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index as a measure of Guyana’s anti-corruption performance, arguing it is perception-based rather than proof. Healthcare: A EU-funded, 31-month programme aims to build a sustainable organ donation and transplantation system, improving access to life-saving services. Sports & Community: Need for Speed Karting opener moved to GMR&SC Thomas Lands; Cricket West Indies’ “Five for Fun” programme launches in Barbados; and Concacaf confirms Guyana in League B for the 2026/27 Nations League. Tech & Innovation: SSI Mantra reports a record intercontinental robotic cardiac telesurgery linking Guyana and India.

Child Murder Case: Police arrested a suspected perpetrator in the Zeelugt, East Bank Essequibo home invasion that left 7-year-old Adriel Aftab Mohamed dead with his throat slashed, while his 72-year-old great-aunt, stroke survivor Halima Itwari, was stabbed and hospitalised. Justice Demand: In Sophia, a candlelight vigil for Jukeem Scipio turned into a push for answers after he was shot during a controversial police operation, with family saying the bullet remains lodged dangerously close to his spine. Energy Politics: Government finally broke silence on Karpowership contract renewal talks as APNU demands full transparency, while InterEnergy outlined a grid modernisation roadmap through 2030. Cost of Living: GPL begins the $30,000 monthly electricity subsidy for pensioners in June, with details for post-paid credits and pre-paid wallet access. Governance Debate: Minister Gail Teixeira rejected the use of Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index as proof of corruption, arguing it is perception-based. Sports & Youth: Slingerz FC learned their CFU Club Shield path, and the GFF confirmed Bryan Joseph as Technical Director. Health Tech: SS Innovations says a Guyana-to-India robotic cardiac telesurgery set a new world record for distance.

Medical Milestone: A Guyana-to-India team says it has set a world record for the longest-distance robot-assisted cardiac telesurgery, linking Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation with IRCAD India in Indore over nearly 20,000 km using the SSI Mantra system. Parliament & Governance: Government tabled a bill to restore “former presidents” benefits removed in 2015, while the National Assembly also moved to constitute 13 parliamentary committees after an 8-month hiatus. Energy & Cost of Living: Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh sought about $54.9B in supplementary funding, including $19B more for the Gas-to-Energy project, and InterEnergy outlined a grid modernisation roadmap for GPL through 2030. Border & Sovereignty: PM Mark Phillips told Parliament Guyana will respect Venezuela’s sovereignty but insists Venezuela must not trespass or threaten Guyana’s sovereignty as the ICJ prepares its final border ruling. Crime: A seven-year-old boy was found dead with his throat slashed during a home invasion at Zeelugt, with his great-grandmother badly wounded; police are hunting a lone suspect. Sports: ENet secured exclusive broadcast rights for FIFA World Cup 2026 in Guyana, and Slingerz FC learned its CFU Club Shield path after the draw.

Oil & Economy: Guyana is set to reap major oil gains as the Iran-linked Strait of Hormuz disruption reshapes global energy markets, with pressure mounting on government to turn the windfall into wider development. Budget Watch: Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh tabled Supplementary Financial Paper No.1 for 2026 seeking $54.9B from the National Assembly, including $17.5B for housing and $19.1B under the Office of the Prime Minister for the Gas-to-Energy push. More Spending, Scrutiny Ahead: A separate $54.8B supplementary request also puts GuySuCo in line for another $3B, adding to already heavy sugar-sector support and likely to draw public questions. Governance & Integrity Debate: Minister Gail Teixeira pushed back in Parliament on using Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index to judge Guyana’s corruption record, arguing it measures perceptions not actual corruption. Education Response: Education Minister Sonia Parag says the David Rose Special School case file has been compiled and sent to the Teaching Service Commission for disciplinary action. Public Safety & Crime: Police are hunting a lone suspect after a 7-year-old boy was found with his throat slit during a home invasion at Zeelugt; in Linden, a man was charged with murder after a confrontation involving a stabbing. Sports & Community: Prison Service FC learned their 2026 CFU Club Shield path, while BYD was announced as Official Car Sponsor of CPL 2026. Service Delivery: Passport offices will open on Saturdays in June to clear backlog, starting June 6.

Oil & Revenue: Guyana is set to keep receiving just 12.5% of Stabroek Block profits as ExxonMobil and partners take 87.5%, with the operator pushing ahead on its 8th and 9th developments that could add more to the cost bank and delay Guyana’s bigger share. Power Crisis Talks: Government says it’s still negotiating with Turkish-associated Karpowership after demands for higher daily rates, insisting recent blackouts are not from power generation but from grid maintenance and contractor interruptions. Parliament & Former Presidents’ Benefits: Opposition MP Ganesh Mahipaul calls the planned repeal of the 2015 Former Presidents’ Benefits Act “unconscionable,” as the Attorney General moves to restore uncapped benefits. Mining Safety & Enforcement: APNU MP Sharma Solomon says mining camp safety enforcement is failing, citing workplace deaths and incidents, while GGMC reports shutting six illegal mining operations and arresting 38 in Region Seven. Social Protection: GPL says the $30,000 electricity subsidy for pensioners will appear on June bills, and the $100,000 cash grant push is using field teams to reach nearly 400,000 people. Cybersecurity & Digital Kids: Guyana joins the LAC4 cybersecurity centre, and a national consultation is launched to protect children from harmful social media content. Business & Trade: Guyana and the US discuss expanding private-sector engagement and investment ties. Sports & Community: IMC approves Guyana’s tournament zones for the 2026 Over-40s World Cup, and the GGA backs the National Junior Open Golf Championship with Ministry of Education support.

Crime Prevention & Police Capacity: CICPC’s REDIP chief says prevention strategies are being consolidated, with infrastructure upgrades and new office plans aimed at improving citizen care and reducing crime incidence. Illegal Mining Crackdown: GGMC shut down six illegal mining operations in Region 7’s Mazaruni corridor and arrested 38 people, seizing equipment and warning operators not to return. Cash Grant Push: Government teams are now doing hands-on outreach to get the $100,000 cash grant to vulnerable groups, including hinterland communities, as nearly 400,000 recipients are processed since February. Former Presidents’ Benefits: Attorney General Mohabir Anil Nandlall says caps on former presidents’ benefits will be repealed, restoring unlimited benefits from Friday—sparking opposition claims of a return to uncapped spending. Unity Beach Tragedy: Police recovered the bodies of a pregnant woman and her fiancé, a special constable, after they were swept away by strong currents. Politics Watch: PNCR leader Aubrey Norton says he won’t run for president in 2030 but will seek party leadership, while WIN leader Azruddin Mohamed and Norton trade accusations over political motives. Health & Tech Milestone: SS Innovations says it completed the world’s longest-distance robotic telesurgery, linking Guyana and India for a cardiac procedure. Regional Diplomacy: CARICOM congratulated Trinidad and Tobago on its UN Security Council election for 2027–2028. Border Security: Guyana’s new Border Patrol Unit is in its administrative build-out phase, with early deployment plans beginning in Region 9. Business & Awards: Banks DIH’s XM Rum and Maximum Vodka win Gold Medals at Monde Selection.

Caricom & Immigration: A Bermuda lawyer warns that a “possibly non-negotiable” Caricom treaty provision could undermine Bermuda’s immigration rules and affect long-term residency, even without freedom-of-labour obligations. Oil & Economy: Guyana is set to exceed one million barrels of oil per day by year-end, with officials urging locals and businesses to position for expanding oil and gas opportunities. Local Content Push: Finance and Labour ministers say local content success must be measured by lives transformed and wider participation, with plans including a Junior Stock Exchange and more services to be folded into the Local Content Act. Energy/Trade Pressure: The US has listed Guyana among 60 economies flagged under forced-labour trade rules, setting up potential new duties. Crime & Justice: Police charged a man with murdering his mother in Cornelia Ida, West Coast Demerara. Road Safety: A Corentyne crash killed three young men, including a 16-year-old student, after a head-on collision during speeding and overtaking. Sports & Youth Cricket: CWI launched free entry for children 16 and under to West Indies home matches across the region, while West Indies Academy continues its Sri Lanka tour. Business Interest: French companies are increasing interest in Guyana’s oil, logistics and infrastructure sectors.