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The history of GAWU and GuySuCo now in the public domain

Dec 12, 2010 knews Letters Comments Off on The history of GAWU and GuySuCo now in the public domain

Dear Editor, GAWU needs to step back and look carefully at the things it is saying and doing. Observers are no longer easily swayed by the Union’s stories since the history of GAWU and GuySuCo are...

Maybe the President’s begging and ‘buseing approach might eventually wear out the World Bank

Dec 12, 2010 knews Letters Comments Off on Maybe the President’s begging and ‘buseing approach might eventually wear out the World Bank

Dear Editor, I was caught between small bursts of controlled laughter and measured seriousness on reading (Kaieteur News, December 10) the headline, “Jagdeo fumes at World Bank…not a cent yet...

Nigel Hughes responds to Chancellor’s press release

Dec 12, 2010 knews Letters Comments Off on Nigel Hughes responds to Chancellor’s press release

Dear Editor, The article headlined ‘Chancellor mulls action against Hughes for attack on office’ published in SN of December 10th, 2010, has been brought to my attention. I would not want to...

Every citizen can be given a role in society

Dec 12, 2010 knews Letters Comments Off on Every citizen can be given a role in society

Dear Editor, I find it regrettable what was done to Dr. Persaud. The Minister of Human Affairs was unjust and impulsive in her thoughts and actions. I even question if said Minister is keen in...

Money, money everywhere…

Dec 12, 2010 knews Editorial Comments Off on Money, money everywhere…

The news announced last week – just as it was annually for the last decade – by the Bank of Guyana that our banking system has “excess liquidity” always strikes a discordant note –...

Cartoons Sun. Dec. 12, 2010

Dec 12, 2010 knews Cartoons, Features / Columnists Comments Off on Cartoons Sun. Dec. 12, 2010

The Margay (Leopardus wiedii)

Dec 12, 2010 knews Features / Columnists, Interesting Creatures in Guyana Comments Off on The Margay (Leopardus wiedii)

The Margay (Leopardus wiedii) is a spotted cat native to South America. Named for Prince Maximilian of Wied-Neuwied, it is a solitary and nocturnal animal that prefers remote sections of the...

Revitalise the ACP for a Chinese deal

Dec 12, 2010 knews Features / Columnists, Ronald Sanders Comments Off on Revitalise the ACP for a Chinese deal

By Sir Ronald Sanders On December 2, the Government of the People’s Republic of China posted on its Foreign Ministry’s website a response to a commentary I had written entitled, “Chinese...

A Poem and a Vignette

Dec 12, 2010 knews Features / Columnists, The Arts Forum Comments Off on A Poem and a Vignette

Pauline Lachman was born in the village of Lovely Lass, West Coast Berbice, and taught elementary school for six years before migrating to Canada in 1966. She read English and Philosophy at Brock...

Further Erosion of Independence of our Institutions

Dec 12, 2010 knews AFC Column, Features / Columnists Comments Off on Further Erosion of Independence of our Institutions

By Khemraj Ramjattan Chairman AFC The exhibition of outright arrogance in Cancun, Mexico, at the UN Climate Talks by President Jagdeo does not augur well for Guyanese in the coming months. If in the...

People are afraid even when they are right

Dec 12, 2010 knews Features / Columnists, My Column Comments Off on People are afraid even when they are right

By Adam Harris A long time ago I happened to be attending a General Council and there was Forbes Burnham talking about the virtues of standing up for what one believes in. In his inimitable style I...

Why women need self-esteem

Dec 12, 2010 knews Features / Columnists, Stella Says Comments Off on Why women need self-esteem

(The following is a combination of my thoughts and excerpts from “Women & Self-Esteem” by Linda Tschirhart Sanford and Mary Ellen Donovan, a great book I recommend for all women.) Self-esteem...

Pushing what at what speed and how far?

Dec 12, 2010 knews Features / Columnists, Freddie Kissoon Comments Off on Pushing what at what speed and how far?

In Friday’s column, I made a brief criticism of a presidential address to the attendees at the opening of the newly-built Port Mourant market. I reproduced the following words; “We have to play...

The case of the missing carpenter

Dec 12, 2010 knews Features / Columnists, Murder and Mystery Comments Off on The case of the missing carpenter

(As the date rolls around again, eight years later, I thought it pertinent for our readers to be reminded of this strange case.) By Michael Jordan It was on December 17, 2002, that 19-year-old...

The Baccoo speaks

Dec 12, 2010 knews Features / Columnists, The Baccoo Speaks Comments Off on The Baccoo speaks

This is the silly season when people try to get as much as they could. There are those who will mimic others. They live in so-called depressed areas and they are going to want fairy lights but they...

On whose behalf?

Dec 12, 2010 knews Features / Columnists, Ravi Dev Comments Off on On whose behalf?

(We repeat this article to remind the political parties that they must stand for something.) The issue of the creation of a band of nouveau riche during the last decade has been raised. If the...

Very interesting times lie ahead

Dec 12, 2010 knews Features / Columnists, Peeping Tom Comments Off on Very interesting times lie ahead

The PNCR is engaged in a fascinating process of selecting its presidential candidate. It is a process that has brought a few surprises, and no doubt by the time it ends, will cause a few problems for...

Traditional Brazilian Samba style will be on display – Coach

Dec 11, 2010 knews Sports Comments Off on Traditional Brazilian Samba style will be on display – Coach

Coach of Atletico Roraima Perracio during an interview with Kaieteur Sport shortly before the commencement of a training session at the Parade ground assured Guyanese fans that they will witness the...

Lowe emphatically announces her arrival

Dec 11, 2010 knews Sports Comments Off on Lowe emphatically announces her arrival

– Easily wins Women’s U-21 Title United States of America-based national table tennis player, Trenace Lowe emphatically announced her arrival in Guyana for the National Championships when she...

Demerara, Essequibo tie for last position

Dec 11, 2010 knews Sports Comments Off on Demerara, Essequibo tie for last position

Out of favor West Indies batsman Ramnaresh Sarwan briefly set the Guyana National Stadium on fire in murky conditions last night with a pugnacious unbeaten 64 before rain condemned their 3rd place...

ISKF Karate Examinations – Anna Regina

Dec 11, 2010 knews Sports Comments Off on ISKF Karate Examinations – Anna Regina

Govinda Singh outstanding; 33 excell Govinda Singh emerged as the most outstanding student at the recently held ISKF Karate examinations which took place at Anna Regina Multilateral School Shotokan...

Sunburst Camptown receives equipment boost ahead of K&S

Dec 11, 2010 knews Sports Comments Off on Sunburst Camptown receives equipment boost ahead of K&S

Continental Group of Companies hands over close to one million in gear Continental Group of Companies through its member Company Continental Foods Inc., manufacturers of Sunburst Oragne Juice...

Final ProAm boxing card cancelled, promoters cite insufficient planning time

Dec 11, 2010 knews Sports Comments Off on Final ProAm boxing card cancelled, promoters cite insufficient planning time

The eleventh edition of the ProAm boxing card that was initially scheduled to be held on December 31 next has been called off and the organisers have conveyed their regrets at this development....

Regal Stationery & Computer Centre female T10 cricket

Dec 11, 2010 knews Sports Comments Off on Regal Stationery & Computer Centre female T10 cricket

Ituni Village Warriors wins Linden Zone; O-35 male T20 to continue this weekend Ituni emerged champions of the Linden Zone of the Regal Stationery & Computer Centre Female T10 cricket competition...

NAMILCO finals set for Tuesday

Dec 11, 2010 knews Sports Comments Off on NAMILCO finals set for Tuesday

Organisers of the Namilco Football Festival wishes to inform football fans that the finals of this year’s tournament will be hosted next Tuesday, at the Tucville ground, beginning at 18:00 hrs. In...

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Persaud crowned inaugural Promotech National Top Golf League Champion

Apr 15, 2026

Kaieteur Sports – Patanjilee Persaud has been crowned the inaugural Promotech National Top Golf League Champion, capping off a demanding and highly competitive season with a composed performance...

Where are the coroners?

Apr 15, 2026

(Kaieteur News) – The law in Guyana governing the holding of a Coroner’s Inquest is both clear in its intent and, at the same time, revealing in its limitations. Rooted in the Coroners Act, Cap. 4:03, the legal framework establishes the circumstances under which deaths must be investigated and...

The Cost of Netanyahu’s Wars

Apr 12, 2026

By Sir Ronald Sanders (Kaieteur News) – When the two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran was announced on 7th April, 2026, the immediate reaction across much of the world was relief. By 8th April, that relief was reflected in a sharp fall in oil prices after weeks in which conflict...

National minimum wage citizens

Apr 15, 2026

(Kaieteur News) – For several years, senior citizens received an increase in their monthly pensions. Paltry and unlivable, but an extra dollar for cash-stressed elderly. Public servants from juniors to apex seniors, notably the president, have received a salary increase. Trade unions...

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