42 h. ago Guyanese musicians took over Carifesta – says Soca artiste Omaiah Hall

Guyanese musician Omaiah Hall’s debut performance at the Caribbean Festival of Arts (Carifesta) was its recent 15th manifestation in Barbados. Apart from having had an amazing, memorable experience, she has already found practical benefits such as new links in the industry that she says will help her achieve her goals. The article Guyanese musicians took over Carifesta – says Soca artiste Omaiah Hall appeared first on Stabroek News.

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42 h. ago ‘I totally enjoyed the Carifesta experience, again – Mark Luke

For Guyanese entertainer Mark Luke-Edwards, participating in Carifesta XV was more than just another performance, it was a heartfelt opportunity to represent his country on a regional stage, doing what he loves best, theatre and poetry. The article ‘I totally enjoyed the Carifesta experience, again – Mark Luke-Edwards appeared first on Stabroek News.

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44 h. ago Micinthia Patterson: The Singing Dentist making the best of both worlds

By Sherman Hawker Kaieteur News – A popular particle in Guyanese proverbs pitch that “easy snake does bite hot,” the translation of which holds ( if given general reference) that individuals of a gentle and reserved disposition are fundamentally the contrast of what they portray, and more often than not are at conflict with good […] The post Micinthia Patterson: The Singing Dentist making the best of both worlds appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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44 h. ago CASSAVA BREAD – A CULTURAL TREASURE MEETS NATIONAL STANDARDS

GNBS IN FOCUS Kaieteur News – Who doesn’t love a crisp slice of cassava bread with pepperpot, tuma pot, or even just a spread of peanut butter or cheese? This age-old staple, cherished by Guyanese families and deeply rooted in our Indigenous communities, is more than just food, it is culture on a plate. As […] The post CASSAVA BREAD – A CULTURAL TREASURE MEETS NATIONAL STANDARDS appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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66 h. ago Unprecedented election result could present Guyanese with golden opportunity to rethink political arrangements and systems

Dear Editor, The people have spoken: loudly, clearly, and peacefully. But what precisely are they saying? Many registered voters spoke with their feet, i.e., The article Unprecedented election result could present Guyanese with golden opportunity to rethink political arrangements and systems appeared first on Stabroek News.

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66 h. ago Jamaica Court of Appeal clears more cases than filed for three consecutive years

(Jamaica Information Service) For three consecutive years, the Court of Appeal has disposed of more cases than were newly filed, according to Chief Justice Bryan Sykes. The article Jamaica Court of Appeal clears more cases than filed for three consecutive years appeared first on Stabroek News.

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68 h. ago PNCR Youth call for leadership renewal to restore trust and political capital in APNU

Dear Editor, We, the youth of the People’s National Congress Reform, a proud pillar of the APNU, extend our gratitude to all Guyanese who supported us during the recent elections. Your trust and commitment remind us of the PNCR’s enduring role, both within the coalition and in the life of our nation. Young people across […] The post PNCR Youth call for leadership renewal to restore trust and political capital in APNU appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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3 d. ago Travis Chase files $15M defamation suit against ‘Guyanese Critic’

Kaieteur News – Popular television journalist, Travis Chase has filed three separate lawsuits against social media commentator, Mikhail Rodrigues, also known as ‘Guyanese Critic’ claiming in excess of $15 million for defamation. The Statements of Claim (SOC) drafted by attorney Eusi Anderson notes that Chase is claiming damages in excess of GY$5 million each against […] The post Travis Chase files $15M defamation suit against ‘Guyanese Critic’ appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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3 d. ago Undoubtedly, Nandlall’s contemptuous statement reflects his party’s view of African Guyanese

Dear Editor, On Friday, 29th August 2025, at a PPP political campaign meeting at the Stabroek Market Square, Attorney General Anil Nandlall said, “They insult you; they call you big batty Africans; they call you house slaves; they call you the nastiest things. Well, I want you to tell them that the National Hero of […] The post Undoubtedly, Nandlall’s contemptuous statement reflects his party’s view of African Guyanese appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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4 d. ago Man abducted with Guyanese boat captain identified as Venezuelan

Kaieteur News – The man abducted along with Guyanese boat captain Frederick Pollard by a Venezuelan Gang, has been identified as a 22-year-old Venezuelan father of three who resides at Eteringbang, Cuyuni River, Region Seven. Kaieteur News learnt that Antonio José Bolivar better known as “Pancho” was identified after his mother began searching for him. […] The post Man abducted with Guyanese boat captain identified as Venezuelan appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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5 d. ago We have shown the world Guyanese people have embraced democracy!

Dear Editor, CRG congratulates the people of Guyana on a peaceful electoral process. We have come a long way, and we have shown the world that the Guyanese people have embraced democracy! The article We have shown the world Guyanese people have embraced democracy! appeared first on Stabroek News.

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6 d. ago The absence of progress by the Constitutional Reform Commission is baffling given the human and financial resources at its disposal

Dear Editor, Your article “Constitutional Reform Commission suspends work until after elections” (S/N Sept. 9, 2025) should trouble every Guyanese. I am particularly disappointed because I saluted the appointment of former Chancellor Carl Singh to lead the process, despite the politicisation of the membership of the Commission with party persons and handpicked members of civil society. The article The absence of progress by the Constitutional Reform Commission is baffling given the human and financial resources at its disposal appeared first on Stabroek News.

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6 d. ago Dr. Jagan had predicted that previous government’s policies could lead to such subjugation as debt trap and economic dependency

Dear Editor, Guyanese mark time in relation to national elections. 1953, 1964, 1992, 2020 roll off our tongues, seasoned with tartness of our varied memories. The article Dr. Jagan had predicted that previous government’s policies could lead to such subjugation as debt trap and economic dependency appeared first on Stabroek News.

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6 d. ago Guyanese woman caught with cocaine could face death penalty under Bangladeshi law

-had been jailed here in 2018 The biggest cocaine seizure in Bangladesh to date occurred last August 26 when airport authorities at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport intercepted 8.66 kg of cocaine carried by Guyanese traveller and repeat offender Karen Petula Stuffle. The article Guyanese woman caught with cocaine could face death penalty under Bangladeshi law appeared first on Stabroek News.

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6 d. ago The PPP/C’s Broken Promises, Failed Leadership and Divisive Politics

Dear Editor, When the PPP/C returned to office, they promised transformation, prosperity, development and equitable treatment for all Guyanese – in a “One Guyana” message. Nearly five years later, Guyanese are asking what has changed to make a difference in their daily lives? And what is being done to assure equitable sharing of the windfall […] The post The PPP/C’s Broken Promises, Failed Leadership and Divisive Politics appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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6 d. ago This is not mere political banter; this is a deliberate attempt to misrepresent history

Dear Editor, As a trade unionist and as a Guyanese, I respect without reservation the constitutional right of every citizen to freedom of political association. That includes the right to support the political party of one’s choice. This is a right enshrined in our Constitution, and one which every Guyanese must both claim and respect. […] The post This is not mere political banter; this is a deliberate attempt to misrepresent history appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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7 d. ago AG’s apology unacceptable for the humiliation it has caused to the African

Dear Editor, As a trade unionist and as a Guyanese, I respect without reservation the constitutional right of every citizen to freedom of political association. The article AG’s apology unacceptable for the humiliation it has caused to the African-Guyanese community appeared first on Stabroek News.

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7 d. ago TTCB & JCA cricket did not get involved in the Trinidad & Jamaica election – why has the GCB in Guyana?

Kaieteur Sports – In cricket playing territories that constitute the West Indies cricket, Guyana is not the only Caribbean country having elections in September and so far in 2025. Two days after Guyanese go to the polls, Jamaica votes on September 3rd. Earlier this year on April 28th, Trinidad & Tobago held its election. St. […] The post TTCB & JCA cricket did not get involved in the Trinidad & Jamaica election – why has the GCB in Guyana? appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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8 d. ago WIN urges supporters to be vigilant, locate polling stations early

  Kaieteur News – As the curtain came down on the We Invest in Nationhood’s (WIN) final rally on Saturday evening, candidate Natasha Singh-Lewis urged supporters to use the tool on the Guyana Election Commission (GECOM) website to find out which polling station they are assigned to cast their votes. WIN, led by Guyanese businessman […] The post WIN urges supporters to be vigilant, locate polling stations early appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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8 d. ago Micinthia Patterson: The singing dentist makes the best of both worlds

By Shermon Hawker Kaieteur News – A popular adage in Guyanese proverbs pitch that “easy snake does bite hot,” the translation of which holds (unjustly so, if given general reference) that individuals of a gentle and reserved disposition are fundamentally the contrast of what they portray, and more often than not, are at conflict with […] The post Micinthia Patterson: The singing dentist makes the best of both worlds appeared first on Kaieteur News.

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