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We need to become more conversant with our history

Sep 28, 2017 KNews Letters Comments Off on We need to become more conversant with our history

Dear Editor, I refer to Kingsley Williams’ letter, “A question for Ravi Dev” (KN (9-21-17) referencing my letter where I asked, “Can the Indian Guyanese speak for justice?” Mr Williams...

Some policy proposals of my government going into 2020

Sep 28, 2017 KNews Letters Comments Off on Some policy proposals of my government going into 2020

Dear Editor, As someone who regularly engages in discussions on economics, I usually have to re-emphasise that scarcity or induced poverty is often a consequence of poor government regulation and...

There is a colossal, psychic breakdown in Guyana

Sep 28, 2017 KNews Features / Columnists, Freddie Kissoon Comments Off on There is a colossal, psychic breakdown in Guyana

The tragedy of the rape/murder of Leonard Archibald has struck this nation like a gargantuan hurricane, something we have never witnessed in this country. Guyanese everywhere is talking about this...

This Public Relations Officer is a poor performer

Sep 28, 2017 KNews Letters Comments Off on This Public Relations Officer is a poor performer

Dear Editor, I have observed a few letters appearing in the dailies under the signature of the Public Relation’s Officer of the Mayor and Councillors of the City of Georgetown as she ostensibly...

Greed is groovy

Sep 28, 2017 KNews Features / Columnists, Peeping Tom Comments Off on Greed is groovy

The Americans parade their rich and successful; we tear ours apart. The Americans worship material achievement; we idolise service without reward. To grasp this reality just study this newspaper’s...

Suggestions for finding work for City Hall’s huge workforce

Sep 28, 2017 KNews Letters Comments Off on Suggestions for finding work for City Hall’s huge workforce

Dear Editor, Watching the aftermath and devastating consequences of recent hurricanes in our region, including Hurricane Maria (the fourth named storm since Irma) and well aware of the significant...

Regardless of name and billion dollar status…Conduct rigid due diligence tests, hold big companies accountable – TT Energy Leader

Sep 27, 2017 KNews News 1

By Kiana Wilburg It is no secret that the relevant authorities here have a history of failing to conduct rigid due diligence tests particularly on foreign companies seeking to invest in the local...

Rice Board probe…SOCU, GBTI clash over request for bank information

Sep 27, 2017 KNews News 1

Investigators probing what happened to billions of dollars in the rice-for-oil deal with Venezuela, under the previous Government, have run into a major stumbling block. And it has nothing to...

Opposition asks Procurement Commission to probe Sussex Street drug bond deal

Sep 27, 2017 KNews News Comments Off on Opposition asks Procurement Commission to probe Sussex Street drug bond deal

The Opposition has written to the Public Procurement Commission (PPC), the body that overlooks state contracts, asking that it investigate a multi-million-dollar contract for a drug...

Holder of Guyana’s largest forest concession investigated for tax evasion in India

Sep 27, 2017 KNews News Comments Off on Holder of Guyana’s largest forest concession investigated for tax evasion in India

An Indian businessman known for his famous coffee houses and with holdings stretching to Guyana is under investigation for tax evasion in his home country. According to news reports from...

Five held for Freeman Street robbery/murder

Sep 27, 2017 KNews News 1

– suspect confesses after girlfriend refuses to provide alibi A suspect in last Saturday’s robbery/murder at Freeman Street, East La Penitence, has reportedly admitted to his involvement in...

Anger, frustration as raped teen laid to rest

Sep 27, 2017 KNews News Comments Off on Anger, frustration as raped teen laid to rest

– Regional Chairman challenges residents to take back community By Malisa Playter Harry Amidst the scorching midmorning sun, residents along the East Bank Berbice and from afar...

Traffic woes as span on Demerara Harbour Bridge breaks

Sep 27, 2017 KNews News Comments Off on Traffic woes as span on Demerara Harbour Bridge breaks

Confusion ensued just after 15:00hrs yesterday when the connecting poles at spans 31 and 32 of the Demerara Harbour Bridge broke, resulting in the immediate closure of the bridge to...

Lands cleared for 60 houses in Amelia’s Ward

Sep 27, 2017 KNews News Comments Off on Lands cleared for 60 houses in Amelia’s Ward

Some residents of Region Ten will soon have a place to call home. Lands have been cleared by the Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA) for the construction of 60 houses. This was...

200 Day Care facilities registered, 53 licensed

Sep 27, 2017 KNews News Comments Off on 200 Day Care facilities registered, 53 licensed

More than 200 day-care facilities have been registered to date across the nation. The registration and licensing of these facilities are part of the Ministry of Social Protection’s...

Soulja Bai promise land in Pradoville fuh hurricane victims

Sep 27, 2017 KNews Dem Boys Seh, Features / Columnists, News Comments Off on Soulja Bai promise land in Pradoville fuh hurricane victims

Soulja Bai got some people getting vex so till if dem put dem hand pun him he would regret de day he born. De hurricane slam some islands. Of course we in Guyana and de people in dem islands...

GTT National Indoor Hockey Championships begins with rapid action

Sep 27, 2017 KNews Sports Comments Off on GTT National Indoor Hockey Championships begins with rapid action

The annual GTT National Indoor Hockey Championships got off to a fast start Monday evening as the national ladies made their debut against SIDM (a combination of Hikers and Saints hockey clubs). The...

Liza1 neighbour strikes deal with Orinduik block

Sep 27, 2017 KNews News Comments Off on Liza1 neighbour strikes deal with Orinduik block

A company that has oil blocks near the Liza1 concession in which a world class deposit has been found, has said it has entered a key agreement with Total E&P Activités...

Guyana Beverage Company sponsored Turbo KO football tourney launched

Sep 27, 2017 KNews Sports Comments Off on Guyana Beverage Company sponsored Turbo KO football tourney launched

Following the conclusion of a very successful 11-a-side football tournament, local football organizers Petra have kept the ball rolling with the launch of the Turbo Knockout football tournament which...

Constitutional reform still a government priority

Sep 27, 2017 KNews News Comments Off on Constitutional reform still a government priority

– Min. Trotman Minister of Natural Resources, Raphael Trotman, has insisted that the administration remains committed to constitutional reform. The Minister was at the time speaking on behalf of...

GFF/NAMILCO Thunderbolt Flour Power U-17 League – East Bank…Grove inches closer to title with another win; Diamond and KK Warriors also consolidate

Sep 27, 2017 KNews Sports Comments Off on GFF/NAMILCO Thunderbolt Flour Power U-17 League – East Bank…Grove inches closer to title with another win; Diamond and KK Warriors also consolidate

Grove Hi Tech kept their unblemished record intact with another fine display when they defeated Friendship All Stars 3-1 to notch up their 12th win in as many matches on Sunday last when second-round...

Initial works on the GFF’s National Training Center phase begins next week

Sep 27, 2017 KNews Sports Comments Off on Initial works on the GFF’s National Training Center phase begins next week

Phase one (1) of the construction of the Guyana Football Federation’s (GFF) National Training Center was launched yesterday at the board room of the local body’s office. Phase 1 is centered on...

GRC assists more fire victims

Sep 27, 2017 KNews News Comments Off on GRC assists more fire victims

Ever aware of the trauma suffered by persons, whose lives are disrupted by manmade or natural disasters, the Guyana Relief Council, (GRC) continues to offer assistance to those in need....

Berbice Volleyball Association Inter School Competition…Corentyne Comprehensive are Lower Corentyne Champions

Sep 27, 2017 KNews Sports 1

Play in the Berbice Volleyball Association (BVA) Inter School competition continued with matches in the Lower Corentyne Zone. The day’s event, which was held at the Guysuco Apprentice Hostel...

GFF/NAMILCO Thunderbolt Flour Power U-17 League – Georgetown…Ryan Dowding and Jeremy Garrett doubles up as Santos & Conquerors win

Sep 27, 2017 KNews Sports Comments Off on GFF/NAMILCO Thunderbolt Flour Power U-17 League – Georgetown…Ryan Dowding and Jeremy Garrett doubles up as Santos & Conquerors win

Santos, Fruta conquerors and Alpha United romped to victories, while Pele and Order and Discipline battled to a draw when competition in the Georgetown Football Association leg of the GFF/NAMILCO...

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ASP Chandradat Kooldeep supports Inter School Tapeball cricket in Region one

The fearful foundations of political apprehension

Kaieteur News – The ghosts of 2001 are still lurking around Guyana’s politics. It is like a persistent odour that... more