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‘Boyo’ Ramlall murder PI…Prosecution still to call final witness

Aug 26, 2017 KNews Court Stories, Features / Columnists, News Comments Off on ‘Boyo’ Ramlall murder PI…Prosecution still to call final witness

The prosecution is still to call its final witness in the preliminary inquiry (PI) into the murder of Ganesh Ramlall, who was shot and killed by bandits at his La Jalousie, West Coast Demerara home...

‘Grey Boy’ charged for threatening Crum-Ewing’s mom

Aug 26, 2017 KNews Court Stories, Features / Columnists Comments Off on ‘Grey Boy’ charged for threatening Crum-Ewing’s mom

—released on $10,000 bail Former murder accused Regan Rodrigues called ‘Grey Boy’ was yesterday released on $10,000 bail after being accused of threatening Donna Harcourt, the mother of slain...

GuySuCo should be completely privatized as a priority policy

Aug 26, 2017 KNews Letters Comments Off on GuySuCo should be completely privatized as a priority policy

Dear Editor, It is my belief that there should be a clear line of demarcation between playing politics and doing what is best for our country. It is my humble opinion that some politicians feel that...

Suddie and Charity hospital mistreat Amerindian patients

Aug 26, 2017 KNews Letters Comments Off on Suddie and Charity hospital mistreat Amerindian patients

Dear Editor, Channel 8 RCA TV, Charity hosts a programme every Thursday night “Your Community and You”. The programme of 24th August, 2017, highlighted the inhospitable treatment meted out to...

Stop using social media to insult people

Aug 26, 2017 KNews Letters Comments Off on Stop using social media to insult people

Dear Editor, I wish to highlight the issue of suicide and suicide prevention in Guyana. Firstly, I would like to let the readers know that the issue /endemic we face is not suicide; what we face is...

Finance Minister says Harmon can explain ministerial insurance

Aug 26, 2017 KNews Letters Comments Off on Finance Minister says Harmon can explain ministerial insurance

Dear Editor, I refer to headline titled, “Procurement procedures not followed in insurance deal for ministers – Ramsammy”, which appeared in Kaieteur News, Friday, August 25, 2017, at page...

A critical assessment of Guyana’s failure to deliver electricity supply

Aug 26, 2017 KNews Letters Comments Off on A critical assessment of Guyana’s failure to deliver electricity supply

Dear Editor, The matter I will address in this letter has caused me long hours of thought and consideration. What I will say here is not intended to denigrate or condemn anyone or attack anyone’s...

Where is this Task Force to restore Guyana’s beauty?

Aug 26, 2017 KNews Letters Comments Off on Where is this Task Force to restore Guyana’s beauty?

Dear Editor, Before the appearance of an article published last Sunday of August 20, 2017, captioned, “restoration task force planning relocation of homeless from streets” I had every intention...

So young to be in such a relationship

Aug 26, 2017 KNews Letters Comments Off on So young to be in such a relationship

Dear Editor, To repeat a headline I remember from many years ago, taken from a BG newspaper, “Wither are we drifting”? I felt ever so sad when I read of the recent deaths of a 12-year old girl...

A citizen complains about the weaknesses in the legal system

Aug 26, 2017 KNews Letters Comments Off on A citizen complains about the weaknesses in the legal system

Dear Editor, From time to time we see that criminals get sentenced in the Magistrates’ courts, appeal their cases, take them to the High court and get bail, and while out on bail, they commit some...

As the chairman of the broadcast authority, I did my work meticulously

Aug 26, 2017 KNews Letters Comments Off on As the chairman of the broadcast authority, I did my work meticulously

Dear Editor, I write to offer some further clarifications about the nature of the contributory consultations which led to the Broadcasting Amendments of 2017. Before doing so please allow me to state...

WAS THE TORANI TRANSPORTING PRISONERS WHEN IT CAPSIZED?

Aug 26, 2017 KNews Letters Comments Off on WAS THE TORANI TRANSPORTING PRISONERS WHEN IT CAPSIZED?

Dear Editor, I have been reliably informed that the ferry boat, Torani, has capsized in the Essequibo River somewhere near Mazaruni. I have actually seen pictures of the capsized vessel. It is being...

ExxonMobil currently permitted to produce 450,000 barrels of oil

Aug 25, 2017 KNews News Comments Off on ExxonMobil currently permitted to produce 450,000 barrels of oil

“Any shortcomings will be corrected in next phase” – Patterson By Abena Rockcliffe- Campbell The government has been “assured” and seems to be quite satisfied that oil giant,...

Procurement procedures not followed in insurance deal for ministers – Ramsammy

Aug 25, 2017 KNews News Comments Off on Procurement procedures not followed in insurance deal for ministers – Ramsammy

The administration has reportedly entered a deal with an insurance company for health coverage but there is no evidence that proper procurement procedures were followed. The hefty insurance package,...

Cops detain second suspect in probe into mystery plane, airstrip

Aug 25, 2017 KNews News Comments Off on Cops detain second suspect in probe into mystery plane, airstrip

– Region 9 contractor still in custody Police have detained a second individual as they seek more information about the mystery Beechcraft twin-engine aircraft and illegal airstrip that were...

Weak local content policy leaves openings for political interference

Aug 25, 2017 KNews News Comments Off on Weak local content policy leaves openings for political interference

Political interference and discretionary power are two of the major reasons why Local Content Policies around the world are not as effective as they should be. But even in the draft stage, Guyana’s...

Charity Marketing Centre on verge of collapse into Pomeroon River

Aug 25, 2017 KNews News Comments Off on Charity Marketing Centre on verge of collapse into Pomeroon River

By Romario Blair Vendors operating at the Charity Marketing Centre are now in fear as the 38-year-old structure is on the verge of collapsing into the Pomeroon River. The facility, which is being...

Govt. to review continued use of Production Sharing Agreements – Trotman

Aug 25, 2017 KNews News Comments Off on Govt. to review continued use of Production Sharing Agreements – Trotman

By Kiana Wilburg Government has taken a decision to review the pros and cons surrounding the continued use of Production Sharing Agreements (PSA) in the oil and gas sector. This is according to...

Private security firms warned about underpaying workers

Aug 25, 2017 KNews News Comments Off on Private security firms warned about underpaying workers

– persons even being recruited from Night Shelter The Ministry of Social Protection is warning private security companies to obey labour laws or face penalties. Keith Scott, Minister of Social...

Warriors face Tridents without Guptill; Harper reiterates the need for smart cricket

Aug 25, 2017 KNews Sports Comments Off on Warriors face Tridents without Guptill; Harper reiterates the need for smart cricket

By Sean Devers The Guyana Amazon Warriors will be without their out of form Captain Martin Guptill for their last two matches in this year’s Hero CPL cricket tournament in Barbados and Jamaica...

Morgan boosts Tridents’ bid for playoff place

Aug 25, 2017 KNews Sports Comments Off on Morgan boosts Tridents’ bid for playoff place

Bridgetown, Barbados, CMC — Barbados Tridents stepped up their bid to make the playoffs of the Caribbean Premier League with the announcement that England star Eoin Morgan has been called up for...

McCullum, Lil Bravo fire TKR past Gayle, Patriots – 22nd match

Aug 25, 2017 KNews Sports Comments Off on McCullum, Lil Bravo fire TKR past Gayle, Patriots – 22nd match

Basseterre, St. Kitts, CMC — Rapid-fire, unbeaten knocks from Brendon McCullum and Darren Bravo upstaged an explosive 93 from Chris Gayle to lead Trinbago Knight Riders to an eight-wicket victory...

Dindyal’s ton leads Aurora Knightriders to victory over Hibernia Lions in 2nd T20

Aug 25, 2017 KNews Sports Comments Off on Dindyal’s ton leads Aurora Knightriders to victory over Hibernia Lions in 2nd T20

A magnificent century by left handed opener Deoraj Dindyal helped Aurora Knightriders to take a 2-0 lead over Hibernia Lions in the 3 match series played last Sunday at the Hibernia Cricket Ground....

Rose Hall 175th Anniversary Celebration…RHTY&SC receive donations from a number of entities; President Granger to participate

Aug 25, 2017 KNews Sports Comments Off on Rose Hall 175th Anniversary Celebration…RHTY&SC receive donations from a number of entities; President Granger to participate

The outstanding work of Guyana’s leading youth and sports organisation, the Rose Hall Town Youth & Sports Club and its eight cricket teams continue to attract the support of corporate Guyana....

Regional U-19 Tournament …Guyana extend winning streak to four matches

Aug 25, 2017 KNews Sports Comments Off on Regional U-19 Tournament …Guyana extend winning streak to four matches

Led by an unbeaten 85 from Joshua Persaud and 75 not out from their leading run scorer Raymond Perez along with four-wicket hauls from Ashmead Need and Kevin Sinclair, defending champions Guyana...

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Windies break home Test drought with 201-run win over Bangladesh

A psychological profile of a control freak

…Peeping Tom Kaieteur News- Imagine an official who believes he’s the last bastion of sanity in a world of incompetence.... more