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When compared to Guyana’s contract… ExxonMobil does way more for Ghana in areas of employment, training

Feb 24, 2018 KNews ExxonMobil, Features / Columnists, News Comments Off on When compared to Guyana’s contract… ExxonMobil does way more for Ghana in areas of employment, training

The Government and many of its affiliates have continually praised the Guyana-ExxonMobil contract for the many opportunities it has for the training and employment of locals. But when one compares...

Financing is for GuySuCo, not the four closed estates -Enmore’s reopening in three weeks

Feb 24, 2018 KNews News Comments Off on Financing is for GuySuCo, not the four closed estates -Enmore’s reopening in three weeks

The Enmore factory is expected to restart operations in as little as three weeks with molasses production expected to be the main production activity. It will not be on par with the level of...

Ministry to expend millions on teachers upgrade

Feb 24, 2018 KNews News Comments Off on Ministry to expend millions on teachers upgrade

An estimated $21.2M is slated to be expended by the Ministry of Education annually to facilitate an ongoing teachers upgrading programme. This proposed cost was submitted to the Ministry by Regional...

Worry about information overload leads government to phase transparency

Feb 24, 2018 KNews News Comments Off on Worry about information overload leads government to phase transparency

By Abena Rockcliffe-Campbell The Government of Guyana has decided to adopt a phased approach towards full transparency in the oil sector; at least as it relates to contracts that have been signed...

Thousands celebrate 48th Republic anniversary… By Feona Morrison and Tiana Cole

Feb 24, 2018 KNews News Comments Off on Thousands celebrate 48th Republic anniversary… By Feona Morrison and Tiana Cole

Thousands of people from diverse backgrounds were brought together yesterday as Guyana celebrated its 48th Republic Anniversary under the theme “Let’s cooperate and celebrate Republic 48.”...

Plaisance fire destroys hotel, two houses

Feb 24, 2018 KNews News Comments Off on Plaisance fire destroys hotel, two houses

While hundreds celebrated yesterday’s Masramani float and costume parade, tragedy struck in Plaisance for at least 35 persons. A fire destroyed three buildings, including a hotel at Lot 41 Victoria...

Two hurt in Berbice car crash

Feb 24, 2018 KNews News Comments Off on Two hurt in Berbice car crash

Two persons are severely injured and hospitalised following an accident along Rotterdam Village, East Bank Berbice Public Road. The accident occurred around 16:30hrs on Friday afternoon. According to...

Mash fall pun a good day

Feb 24, 2018 KNews Dem Boys Seh, Features / Columnists, News Comments Off on Mash fall pun a good day

Mash come and done. People still talking. Nuff of dem jump pun dem plane and come to Guyana because dem hear how things changing. Dem read how Guyana find oil. From de time dem hear dat dem know dat...

GTU proposes way forward on multi-million-dollar debunching issue

Feb 24, 2018 KNews News Comments Off on GTU proposes way forward on multi-million-dollar debunching issue

Public school teachers are owed debunching money amounting to a sum bordering on $600 million. But according to General Secretary of the Guyana Teachers [GTU], Ms. Coretta McDonald, “We don’t...

Several carjackers for court -“This must not happen again,” says Acting ‘A’ Division Commander

Feb 24, 2018 KNews News Comments Off on Several carjackers for court -“This must not happen again,” says Acting ‘A’ Division Commander

Several members of the recently dismantled carjacking ring are scheduled to appear in court soon. Acting ‘A’ Division Commander Leslie James said that police are wrapping up their investigation,...

The 1980 Constitution was intended to make Burnham, President for life

Feb 24, 2018 KNews Features / Columnists, Peeping Tom Comments Off on The 1980 Constitution was intended to make Burnham, President for life

Forbes Burnham was a dyed-in-the- wool colonist. He admired Winston Churchill and used ‘Churchillian’ pauses in his oratory. In his personal tastes, he pandered to the trappings and tastes of...

An Outstanding Preacher

Feb 24, 2018 KNews Editorial, Features / Columnists Comments Off on An Outstanding Preacher

Rev. William Franklin Graham Jr, known as Billy Graham, renowned Christian evangelical pastor, died Wednesday at age 99, at his home in Montreat, North Carolina. Born in 1918, to parents William and...

Outgoing Argentine Ambassador tags National Gallery collaborations

Feb 24, 2018 KNews News Comments Off on Outgoing Argentine Ambassador tags National Gallery collaborations

President David Granger was paid a farewell courtesy call on Thursday, by outgoing Argentine Ambassador to Guyana, Mr. Luis Alberto Martino. Ambassador Martino will be replaced by Dr. Felipe...

Govt. still working out kinks with Kingdom of Norway– Harmon

Feb 24, 2018 KNews News Comments Off on Govt. still working out kinks with Kingdom of Norway– Harmon

Guyana is still trying to arrange a meeting with officials of the Kingdom of Norway to sort out some matters standing in the way of accessing US$80M that was supposed to be used to fund the Amaila...

Goldfields rakes in US$200M, produces 160,500 ounces in 2017

Feb 24, 2018 KNews News Comments Off on Goldfields rakes in US$200M, produces 160,500 ounces in 2017

Canada-owned Guyana Goldfields last year remained the largest private producers of gold. In its latest report of the 2017 performance, the large scale producer reported operating costs (including...

Integrated Services guards desperate as no pay for year

Feb 24, 2018 KNews News Comments Off on Integrated Services guards desperate as no pay for year

Frustration among security guards employed by a private security firm to provide security for Government buildings throughout Region Five continues to grow, and they have become desperate in their...

Multi-Billion loan for sugar estates… A crazy idea with no returns for tax payers – accounting experts

Feb 24, 2018 KNews News Comments Off on Multi-Billion loan for sugar estates… A crazy idea with no returns for tax payers – accounting experts

The government’s plan to borrow up to $15B to restart the Skeldon and Enmore Sugar Estates has been condemned by accounting experts as a crazy idea that benefits only private investors with no...

Man, 75, loses memory, seeks help to reunite with family in Guyana

Feb 24, 2018 KNews News Comments Off on Man, 75, loses memory, seeks help to reunite with family in Guyana

It’s been months since an elderly Guyanese man has been a patient of the Bellvue hospital in Manhattan, New York after losing his memory. The man gave his name as Ulric McDonald, and Ulric Bobb...

Guyanese female scientist awarded

Feb 24, 2018 KNews News Comments Off on Guyanese female scientist awarded

Texas (www.scidev.net/asia) – Five women scientists from the developing world have been awarded an international prize for research that promotes socio-economic development and a better...

GMC Fraud…. SOCU case in limbo over arrest of Directors

Feb 24, 2018 KNews News Comments Off on GMC Fraud…. SOCU case in limbo over arrest of Directors

Chief Magistrate Ann McLennan was once again forced to grant yet another adjournment into the fraud matter against Phillip Madramootoo and his friend, Nizam Ramkissoon, Directors of Constantine...

RHT Gizmos & Gadgets Cricket Teams continue to make positive differences

Feb 24, 2018 KNews Sports Comments Off on RHT Gizmos & Gadgets Cricket Teams continue to make positive differences

As part of their Community Outreach Programme, the cricketers and Management of the Rose Hall Town Gizmos & Gadgets Under-21 and First Division Teams over the past week have assisted several...

Prem’s Electrical supports leading softball cricket teams

Feb 24, 2018 KNews Sports Comments Off on Prem’s Electrical supports leading softball cricket teams

One of the country’s leading electrical stores, Prem’s Electrical, has thrown their support behind some for the leading softball cricket teams, Regal Masters and Regal All Stars for the upcoming...

LGC hosts successful Greensome and Family Fun Day

Feb 24, 2018 KNews Sports Comments Off on LGC hosts successful Greensome and Family Fun Day

More than 300 persons visited the Lusignan Golf Club and close to 50 persons were involved in the Greensome golfing competition. The visitors thoroughly enjoyed themselves on the Course, most of...

Decision to field was based on previous exposure to surface – Stuart

Feb 24, 2018 KNews Sports Comments Off on Decision to field was based on previous exposure to surface – Stuart

By Sean Devers in Antigua In association with Vnet Communications, Bounty Farm, Noble House Seafoods & Playter’s Enterprise Guyana has not won a Regional 50-over title since 2005 and on...

Local artistes were well received in Region Two

Feb 24, 2018 KNews Letters Comments Off on Local artistes were well received in Region Two

Dear Editor, On Tuesday evening, the Regional Administration Region 2 hosted a Calypso and Chutney Competition as part of its many activities in commemorating the country’s 48th Republic...

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Dolphin Secondary, East Ruimveldt seal Round-5 victories in Republic Bank U-18 Football League

A shameful abdication of leadership

…Peeping Tom Kaieteur News- The PPPC government has reached a new low in its spineless defense of the lopsided Production... more