October 2013

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Cops seek alleged mastermind, question survivor

Oct 07, 2013 KNews News Comments Off on Cops seek alleged mastermind, question survivor

Police are trying to locate a businessman who is believed to have ordered last week Sunday’s execution-style hit that left businesswoman Shelliza Basir-Lall dead and three others wounded. A top...

Shipment of rice fertilizer to arrive this week – Ramsammy

Oct 07, 2013 KNews News Comments Off on Shipment of rice fertilizer to arrive this week – Ramsammy

Rice farmers can expect the arrival of the first shipment of fertilizer from Venezuela, this week. This disclosure was made by Agriculture Minister, Dr. Leslie Ramsammy during a press briefing last...

SWINE FLU

Oct 07, 2013 KNews Features / Columnists, Peeping Tom Comments Off on SWINE FLU

If you see me during this week, do not bother to stretch out your hand for a handshake and bounce or a high five. I am not making physical contact with anyone, not going into any public washroom nor...

A Marriott in Guyana will improve Guyana’s Global Image

Oct 07, 2013 KNews Letters 6

Dear Editor, The top 10 Largest Hotel Groups in the World, are, Intercontinental Hotel Group, Wyndham Hotel Group, Marriott International, Hilton Hotels, Accor Group, Choice Hotels, Best Western,...

PPP has ruled for 21 years with PNC’S “Dictatorship Constitution”

Oct 07, 2013 KNews Letters Comments Off on PPP has ruled for 21 years with PNC’S “Dictatorship Constitution”

Dear Editor, I found the headline of Hydar Ally’s letter, “October 5 – A defining moment in the political life of Guyana,” (KN 10-5 13) to be absolutely correct as the 21 years of PPP rule...

Credit diaspora Guyanese for role in free and fair elections

Oct 07, 2013 KNews Letters Comments Off on Credit diaspora Guyanese for role in free and fair elections

Dear Editor, The ruling PPP is celebrating the 21st. anniversary since it captured political office from the PNC. The PPP and or Guaynese at home were not the only ones to struggle for free and fair...

Mr. Dookhoo should be specific about the time when ‘bad guys’ got their loans written off

Oct 07, 2013 KNews Letters Comments Off on Mr. Dookhoo should be specific about the time when ‘bad guys’ got their loans written off

Dear Editor, I refer to a comment made by Mr. Dookhoo in which he stated that, “We didn’t ask for our debts to be written off. The bad guys made the bank (GAIBANK) go bankrupt.” ((Demerara...

When secrecy can hurt

Oct 07, 2013 KNews Editorial Comments Off on When secrecy can hurt

Guyana is fast becoming as secretive as some of the most closed societies in the world. Indeed, secrecy was the order of the day in those state-run societies where the state determined what was good...

GEA seeking tax exemptions for energy efficient products

Oct 07, 2013 KNews News Comments Off on GEA seeking tax exemptions for energy efficient products

The Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) has announced that it will be seeking full exemption of the Import and Export Duties on machinery and equipment for obtaining, generating, and utilizing energy from...

Berbice police conduct community outreach

Oct 07, 2013 KNews News Comments Off on Berbice police conduct community outreach

– Youth clubs, Scout movement to be reactivated Samuel Whyte Taking the bull by the horns, newly appointed Second in Command of Police B Division (Berbice), Superintendent Steven Mansell has...

Agriculture provides many opportunities for women

Oct 07, 2013 KNews News Comments Off on Agriculture provides many opportunities for women

– Pomeroon farmer Increasing one’s profits in the agricultural sector is best derived from adding value to products and maximizing land space. This is the advice of Vilma Da Silva, a...

GuyExpo – a vehicle for improving production

Oct 07, 2013 KNews News Comments Off on GuyExpo – a vehicle for improving production

— Owners of craft establishment explain how Without constructive criticism it is a near impossible feat to perfect a craft, especially if you are looking to secure an international market....

GATOSP seeks clarity on Chinese fishing licence

Oct 07, 2013 KNews News Comments Off on GATOSP seeks clarity on Chinese fishing licence

…says stakeholder consultation necessary In a desperate move to gather information on a report that the government is seeking to give some 40 fishing licences to Chinese nationals,...

Horticulture is massive success at GuyExpo 2013

Oct 07, 2013 KNews News Comments Off on Horticulture is massive success at GuyExpo 2013

By Kiana Wilburg, Sunita Samaroo The Horticulture industry, which deals with the cultivation and management of plants, has received an overwhelming response at this year’s GuyExpo...

From aspiring engineer to teacher…Sir Tamesh is moulding the minds of young Berbicians

Oct 07, 2013 KNews News Comments Off on From aspiring engineer to teacher…Sir Tamesh is moulding the minds of young Berbicians

By Leon Suseran As the world marked another World Teachers’ Day last Saturday under the theme ‘A Call for Teachers’, we share with you the significant story of a young and simple teacher...

Peacemaker succumbs two weeks after wood attack

Oct 07, 2013 KNews News Comments Off on Peacemaker succumbs two weeks after wood attack

A 19-year-old peacemaker who was struck in his back and head with a piece of wood two Fridays ago, succumbed to his injuries at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC)’s Intensive...

OLPF trainers’ payment delayed …again

Oct 07, 2013 KNews News Comments Off on OLPF trainers’ payment delayed …again

It appears as though tardy payments to trainers of the One Laptop Per Family initiative is becoming a norm as once again, scores of trainers are complaining of not receiving payments...

From Farm to Fork: Improving Nutrition in the Caribbean

Oct 07, 2013 KNews News Comments Off on From Farm to Fork: Improving Nutrition in the Caribbean

“We spend an inordinate amount of money on diseases based on improper diet,” Guyana’s Agriculture Minister Dr. Leslie Ramsammy told media workers at a workshop on Inclusive Evidence...

Nicole Cato: An enterprising and independent woman

Oct 07, 2013 KNews News Comments Off on Nicole Cato: An enterprising and independent woman

“I always tell myself, and say to people; there is nothing I can’t do,” Nicole Cato remarked during a recent interview. And those who know Nicole would tell you that she is probably...

Enterprise residents feel neglected by government

Oct 07, 2013 KNews News Comments Off on Enterprise residents feel neglected by government

Residents of Enterprise on the East Coast of Demerara are holding their breaths and hoping that by the time the much anticipated year-end rains come, the main drainage canal will be cleared, sparing...

THE “S” WORDS

Oct 07, 2013 KNews Features / Columnists, Tony Deyal column Comments Off on THE “S” WORDS

The “S” word has always been big in politics. The word “commess” has always been associated with politics in Trinidad and Tobago. For example, a Trinidad Express front-page...

Figures show fall in Guyanese refused entry to Barbados

Oct 07, 2013 KNews News Comments Off on Figures show fall in Guyanese refused entry to Barbados

Barbados Nation – Fewer Guyanese are being refused entry to Barbados but the two countries have agreed to set up a formal system for handling immigration concerns. The two...

Bangladesh U-19s trash Guyana U-19s by 111 runs

Oct 06, 2013 KNews Sports Comments Off on Bangladesh U-19s trash Guyana U-19s by 111 runs

‘We are satisfied with preparations’- Bangladesh Manager By Sean Devers Bangladesh Under-19 cricket team opened their first ever tour to the Caribbean by trashing their Guyanese...

Courts Pee Wee Schools Football…St.Pius upset Tucville; wins also for St. Gabriel’s, St. Sidwell’s, F.E. Pollard

Oct 06, 2013 KNews Sports Comments Off on Courts Pee Wee Schools Football…St.Pius upset Tucville; wins also for St. Gabriel’s, St. Sidwell’s, F.E. Pollard

Tournament favourites Tucville suffered a surprising loss to St. Puis who defeated them 1-0 when the Petra Organization/Courts Guyana Inc. Pee Wee Under-11 Schools Football Tournament continued...

LABA/Trophy Stall regulation Open C/ship…Pistons upset Jets 58-48, Bulls out Flames 69-43

Oct 06, 2013 KNews Sports Comments Off on LABA/Trophy Stall regulation Open C/ship…Pistons upset Jets 58-48, Bulls out Flames 69-43

Another upset was recorded on Friday night in this year’s Trophy Stall Regulation Open Basketball championship as the previously winless sixth ranked Wismar Pistons inflicted a ten point...

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Pakistan crowned Over-40 World Cup champions after one-wicket...

Nov 01, 2026

By Clifton Ross (Kaieteur News) – Pakistan Masters were crowned champions of the 2026 IMC Over-40s World Cup after producing a remarkable late fightback to defeat Australia by one wicket in a...

A King’s visit, a garden party and a guest list

Nov 01, 2026

(Kaieteur News) – When a King comes visiting, one would have thought that the occasion would call for something a little more distinguished than a garden party. Not that there is anything wrong with garden parties. They are pleasant affairs, especially when the weather cooperates, the drinks are...

A Divided World: A Commonwealth Opportunity

Nov 01, 2026

By Sir Ronald Sanders (Kaieteur News) – When Commonwealth leaders gather in Antigua and Barbuda from 1st to 4th November, they should address a question that reaches beyond their association: how can countries of different size, wealth and outlook sustain cooperation in a world increasingly...

Excellency Ramotar: Return of slavery

Nov 01, 2026

(Kaieteur News) – I shared space with former President Donald Ramotar twice, when he was the main man. Wasn’t a heavy-duty admirer. But this I confess: he has now shown Guyanese that he is a real man. A man of struggle. A man of history. A man of the people and for the people. ...

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