A single, modern judicial complex is to be built in Georgetown to bring the High Court and the Court of Appeal under one roof, as the government moves to expand court infrastructure and improve the efficiency of Guyana’s justice system.
This is according to Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Anil Nandlall, SC, who made the announcement during his appearance on his weekly programme “Issues In The News.”
Nandlall said the planned facility will be a “massive structure” designed to accommodate the country’s top courts in a modern setting, complete with parking and supporting amenities, an upgrade he signalled is necessary as case volumes and the demand for access to justice continue to grow.
“Having built out those courts, we now have to concentrate on a singular modern judicial complex in Georgetown that will house the Court of Appeal and the High Court in one massive structure, modern with parking facilities, et cetera,” Nandlall told viewers.
The Attorney General said the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts are also due for attention, arguing the current facility has “outlived its size” and can no longer comfortably serve the needs of a growing population and expanding justice system.
Nandlall positioned the Georgetown complex as the next major step after years of expanding and upgrading courts across the country, particularly in hinterland and riverine areas.
He said the new approach has moved away from refurbishing ageing wooden structures and instead focuses on constructing modern concrete buildings, often with living quarters for judicial officers and key staff to support consistent service delivery in remote locations.
The planned complex, Nandlall indicated, is part of a wider push to modernise how the courts operate, including the shift toward digitisation and electronic case handling.
He noted that e-filing and electronic submissions are now common across the High Court and appellate courts, and he expects continued investment in the systems that support faster hearings, better record-keeping, and smoother public access.
He pointed to remaining projects that may be advanced in 2026, including new or upgraded magistrates’ courts at Wakenaam, Leguan and Orealla, which he said could be captured in the 2026 budget.
