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Santokhi, Pe a Moni De? (3/slot): Commercial Banks Under Pressure

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Santokhi, Pe a Moni De? (3/slot): Commercial Banks Under Pressure

The outgoing government of President Chandrikapersad Santokhi has been squandering (borrowed) money in recent months, according to figures from the Public Debt Office (SDMO). Total debt also appears to be higher than anticipated. And many more unpleasant surprises are likely to come, as not all figures have been released yet. But what all that money has been used for remains largely unclear.Read Article

Verdict Next Month in Criminal Case Against Geyersvlijt Cell House Detainees

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Verdict Next Month in Criminal Case Against Geyersvlijt Cell House Detainees

PARAMARIBO — After two years, the criminal case against fifteen suspects, including officers from the Suriname Police Force, the Penitentiary Officers Corps, and the Suriname Security and Assistance Service, is nearing its conclusion. They are suspected of assaulting detainees who were detained in the Geyersvlijt police station cell house. The judge will deliver his verdict on August 13. The case was initially scheduled for hearing on June 14, 2…Read Article

Ministry of Labor, Employment and Youth Affairs Formally Dissolved

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Ministry of Labor, Employment and Youth Affairs Formally Dissolved

PARAMARIBO — The Ministry of Labor, Employment and Youth Affairs was formally dissolved on Thursday. Minister André Misiekaba and Deputy Minister Raj Jadnanansing of Health, Welfare and Labor officially took over management of the Labor policy area from outgoing Minister Steven MacAndrew. A transfer protocol was signed to this effect. Although Labor is no longer a separate ministry, Misiekaba stated that the government leadership has decided to …Read Article

Defense Minister Ramsaran: "Military Personnel Deserve More than Just Applause"

PARAMARIBO — The Ministry of Defense calls Uraiqit Ramsaran, who will take over the ministry's reins starting Thursday, "a heavy responsibility" that will be carried with vision, discipline, and determination. "It is also a rewarding and honorable calling: protecting our beautiful country, Suriname, society, but also our values as Surinamese citizens," he told staff after the transfer protocol was signed with his predecessor Krishnakoemarie Math…Paramaribo · Paramaribo Read Article

r.p. Is on Trial for the Devastating Fire on Henck Arronstraat

PARAMARIBO — R.P. has been charged with arson and arson resulting in grievous bodily harm. The man is suspected of setting fire to the Ministry of Social Affairs and Housing building on Henck Arronstraat. Three other buildings and three vehicles were also partially or completely destroyed by the flames. The case was presented by the public prosecutor on July 9. According to the Public Prosecution Service, the suspect intentionally used a lighter…Paramaribo · Paramaribo Read Article

Juspol-Minister Monorath Tegen Rovers: ‘Stop Prey Gangster; No Test Mi, Want Wi O Kon Teki Yu!’

Text and image Edwien Bodjie PARAMARIBO — “What you can expect from me is a no-nonsense policy on crime prevention and citizens' sense of security. Nuisance and lawlessness will not be tolerated. Society's seat belt will be tightened.” With these clear words, Harish Monorath officially took the helm as Minister of Justice and Police on Thursday. “This policy will be implemented with care, transparency, and human dignity. Safety should not just b…Paramaribo · Paramaribo Read Article

Politician Roopram: 'People Want to Feel the Difference in Their Lives'

By Steven Seedo PARAMARIBO — “The real test is not whether someone is a woman, a man, or of a certain background, but whether the citizen actually experiences improvement. Leadership is not a matter of gender or background, but of vision, decisiveness, experience, and a connection with the people,” says Dutch politician Reshma Roopram (47), who comes from an influential Surinamese political family. De Ware Tijd spoke with her following the inaug…Paramaribo · Paramaribo Read Article

Review: Santokhi's Administrative Chaos

After five years of Chandrikapersad Santokhi as president, it's safe to say he's turned the government upside down. With countless presidential commissions, working groups, and other groups, he's attempted to maintain control and influence on all fronts. But all he's achieved is significant administrative chaos, with ministers barely aware of their powers and a lack of clarity about who should do what. The new government will have its work cut o…Paramaribo · Paramaribo Read Article

The Suspect Who Was Shot Dead Was 33-Year-Old u.w.

PARAMARIBO — The Suriname Police Force (KPS)'s appeal to relatives to identify the body of the burglary suspect has paid off. The victim was identified Tuesday afternoon by a family member as 33-year-old U.W. The KPS had reported earlier that day on its website that the suspect was known to the police, but that his personal details were not available. 61-year-old J.B. had told Houttuin police that he had driven to the house early Monday morning …Paramaribo · Paramaribo Read Article

National Army and Kps Ready for Presidential Inauguration Parade

Text and image Jason Pinas PARAMARIBO — "We've been practicing hard for this over the past few days, and I can now say with certainty that we're completely ready for this important event." This assurance was given by First Lieutenant Giovanni van Kust, spokesperson for the National Army, in an interview with de Ware Tijd, referring to the parade his organization is holding on Wednesday for the new president, Jennifer Geerlings-Simons. According …Paramaribo · Paramaribo Read Article

We Have Taken Into Account All Accounting Rules.

Complete makeover of Anthony Nesty Sports Hall for inauguration of President and VP Text and image Jason Pinas PARAMARIBO — The parliamentary committee charged with the inauguration of President Jennifer Geerlings-Simons and Vice President Gregory Rusland has so far not exceeded the budget allocated for Wednesday's activities. Committee chairman Rabin Parmessar assured this during a press conference on Tuesday. Nearly SRD 11 million has been spe…Inauguration · Paramaribo Read Article

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