Latest update August 31st, 2026 10:17 AM
Jul 31, 2025 News
Kaieteur News – Former Member of Parliament and PPP longstanding member, Shirley Edwards has died, the party announced on Wednesday. In a statement the PPP said Edwards was a fearless patriot, stalwart and a true daughter of Guyana. “Shirley joined the PPP at just 22 years old and remained a committed member for over six decades. She stood firm in defence of her party and country through some of the most difficult chapters in our history,” the PPP said.
According to the PPP Edwards’ courage, discipline, and unshakeable belief in the PPP’s founding principles of unity, equality, and democracy made her a towering figure in our movement. “She was a symbol of resistance, loyalty, and hope for generations of Guyanese. Shirley worked tirelessly in service of ordinary citizens and stood as a living example of the strength and resilience of our women comrades in the struggle for a free and just society.
On behalf of the People’s Progressive Party, I extend heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing and working alongside her. Shirley’s legacy will continue to guide and inspire us as we build on the foundation she helped to lay. May her soul rest in eternal peace.” The statement concluded.
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.

Aug 31, 2026
CPL – The Jamaica Kingsmen recorded their fourth win of the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) with a 7-run win via DLS over the Trinbago Knight Riders, as the rain halted play just...Aug 31, 2026
(Kaieteur News) – There is an old temptation among small countries, particularly those situated beside larger and more troublesome neighbours. They often mistake the friendship of a great power for an insurance policy. The illusion is comforting. It permits governments to spend less time...Aug 30, 2026
By Sir Ronald Sanders (Kaieteur News) – For generations, Kenscoff was where people from Port-au-Prince went to breathe. Its cool hills offered relief, and its farmers supplied the capital’s markets. Gang attacks reached the commune in January 2025, but it remained an important barrier between...Aug 31, 2026
(Kaieteur News) – I wish to thank publicly President Ali and the PPP Govt for keeping Guyanese in mind, caring for them. This should have been done before, but circumstances kept getting in the way. The president helped to get priorities in order, so here I am with gratitude in my heart,...Freedom of speech is our core value at Kaieteur News. If the letter/e-mail you sent was not published, and you believe that its contents were not libellous, let us know, please contact us by phone or email.
Feel free to send us your comments and/or criticisms.
Contact: 624-6456; 225-8452; 225-8458; 225-8463; 225-8465; 225-8473 or 225-8491.
Or by Email: glennlall2000@gmail.com / kaieteurnews@yahoo.com