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...351,488 ounces annually; 435,667 during peak years Teacher perished after car ‘drifted’ into trench at Lima Sands
Dead: Daveanand Singh
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This Amerindian dance group entertained officials at the opening of the Caribbean Broadcasting Union's 57th Annual General Assembly held at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre.The meeting was held under the theme “Caribbean Media & AI”.
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Total power demand to jump ...peak electricity five-fold under GPL demand to soar development plan by 957 MW
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Teacher perished after car ‘drifted’ Linden man shot dead in feud with into trench at Lima Sands friend over woman
Police are investigating a fatal accident which claimed the life of a 37-year-old teacher around midday Tuesday along the Lima Sands Access Road, Essequibo Coast, Region Two. Dead is Daveanand Singh of Danielstown, Essequibo Coast, who reportedly lost control of his car after it began to drift across the roadway before veering off the road and overturning into a nearby trench. The vehicle reportedly ended up submerged in the trench, with Singh pinned inside. Police said another occupant, a 34-year-old man of Lima Sands and Henrietta, Essequibo Coast, survived the accident. According to the survivor, Singh was driving the car east along the Lima Sands Access Road at a fast rate of speed when the vehicle began drifting from left to right, causing him to lose control. The survivor told police that after the car landed in the
Dead: Daveanand Singh trench, he managed to escape through the window on the front passenger side. Singh, however, remained trapped inside the vehicle. With the assistance of public-spirited citizens, Singh was eventually pulled
from the car. He was reportedly motionless at the time. He was rushed to the Lima Regional Hospital, where he was pronounced dead on arrival. Police said investigations are continuing.
A BOSAI employee was shot dead on Wednesday, allegedly by a close associate following an altercation reportedly linked to an ongoing feud involving the mother of the victim's two children. The dead man has been identified as Keron McDonald, of Block 22, Wismar, Linden, Region 10. According to police, the shooting occurred at about 10:00hrs at Prasville, Wismar. Investigators have identified the alleged shooter as a 29-year-old man of Half Mile, Wismar. Police said initial investigations revealed that McDonald was engaged in a conversation with the suspect when an altercation erupted between them. During the confrontation, the suspect allegedly retrieved a firearm from his car and shot McDonald in the left side of his chest. McDonald collapsed and was subsequently rushed to the Linden Hospital Complex, where he was pronounced dead on arrival. The suspect was later apprehended by police. However, McDonald's relatives believe the shooting may have stemmed from an ongoing feud between the two men, who were reportedly close associates. According to family members, McDonald had been going through a “rough time” with the mother of his children and had allegedly accused the suspect of having an intimate relationship with her. Relatives said tensions escalated on Wednesday morning after McDonald allegedly taunted the suspect about the suspect's son in a WhatsApp status. The suspect reportedly went to
Shot dead: Keron McDonald McDonald's home to confront him about the post. The confrontation allegedly escalated into an argument, which ended when McDonald was shot. Police are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deadly shooting.
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Total power demand to jump five-fold under GPL development plan GPL + Linden Potential Electricity Demand, 2025-2030.
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President of the CCJ, Justice Winston Anderson maintained that a dispute involving the removal of a judge from a particular panel had nothing to do with that judge's legal views or participation in deliberations. The dispute arose after a judge was removed from a panel hearing a preliminary application in D'Almada v Trinidad and Tobago following disagreement over judicial attire. Justice Anderson said the decision was based solely on the issue of attire and not on the judge's position on the
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case. He nevertheless acknowledged that he “may have approached the matter… too strongly” and disclosed that steps had been taken to formalise a judicial dress code. In his statement, the CCJ President also announced the policy that every judge would henceforth be required to sit on every panel unless there was a legitimate reason for the judge to opt out. The Court's latest notice now formally confirms that arrangement. Under the new system, the three panel leaders will comprise the President of the Court and the two most senior judges.The CCJ said the revised arrangements take effect immediately.The development comes against the backdrop of wider questions about the internal functioning of the region's highest court, following reports of disagreements among judges and concerns over judicial protocols.The controversy has also spilled into matters involving Guyana, including the case concerning Nazar Mohamed and Azruddin Mohamed and Justice Anderson's involvement in efforts to resolve Guyana's long-running impasse over the appointment of a substantive Chancellor and Chief Justice. Justice Anderson has insisted that his intervention in the Guyanese judicial appointments issue was motivated solely by constitutional concerns and not by political considerations.
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CCJ overhauls panel assignments amid controversy over alleged ‘panel fixing’ The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) has announced a major change to the way judges are assigned to cases, with all judges of the regional court now required to sit on all panels unless they are formally excused for a legitimate reason. The announcement, made Wednesday in a brief notice dated August 19, comes just days after CCJ President Justice Winston Anderson publicly denied allegations that judicial panels had been manipulated to influence the outcome of cases. Under the revised arrangements, the CCJ said all of its judges will sit on all panels, subject only to a judge being formally excused from sitting for a legitimate reason. The Court said the new system is intended to promote “consistency, transparency, and flexibility” in the allocation of judicial work and to support the efficient administration of justice. The announcement represents a significant shift in the Court's panel assignment arrangements at a time when the CCJ has been facing scrutiny over internal disagreements among its judges and allegations that the composition of panels may have been manipulated. Justice Anderson, in his August 15 response to the allegations, had strongly rejected suggestions that he engaged in “panel fixing” or sought to influence judgments. He described the allegation as “wholly untrue” and
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years, reaching approximately 10,441 GWh by 2030. The document said this reflects the combined effects of current and future residential expansion, alongside commercial and industrial growth, and the enabling role of large-scale transmission and distribution investments that underpin system integration. “Investments in transmission and distribution infrastructure are expected to yield significant operational benefits, particularly through reductions in technical and non-technical losses and a decrease in SAIFI and SAIDI (reliability indices). These improvements enhance the system's operational efficiency and enable more effective utilisation of generated electricity,” the document further stated. At the same time, reductions in non-technical losses are expected to contribute to increased energy sales and revenue for the company. These developments underpin a comprehensive strategy to improve the energy landscape across the GPL and Linden network.
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The Guyana Power and Light's transmission and distribution expansion plan 2026-2030 has projected that peak demand will increase to 1,671 MW by 2030, while total electricity demand is expected to increase more than fivefold, reaching an astonishing 10,441 GWh by 2030, up from 2,000 GWh in 2026. These demand projections are based on Linden being integrated into the Demerara-Berbice Interconnected System (DBIS) by 2029. Peak demand for 2026 is expected to reach 318 MW. This will increase “to 1,671 MW in 2030, averaging an increase of 957 MW over the period. These projections inform required capacity planning, infrastructure investment, and operational readiness across the national grid to achieve the planning objectives,” the programme document stated. In the same fashion, total electricity demand is expected to surge. From 2,000 GWh this year, demand is projected to jump significantly over the next few
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Wait for the CoI President Irfaan Ali on Tuesday appeared to have reached that point with his decision to keep Public Works Minister Juan Edghill and Public Utilities and Aviation Minister Deodat Indar in office while a Commission of Inquiry investigates the MV Barima disaster. The President says the fate of the two ministers will depend on the findings and recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry. That may sound reasonable on the surface. It is not. The question is not whether Edghill and Indar are guilty. The Commission has not yet begun its public hearings, and nobody should prejudge its findings. The more immediate question is whether ministers whose portfolios are directly connected to the circumstances surrounding a national maritime disaster should remain in charge while that investigation is taking place. In any serious democracy where accountability is more than a slogan, the answer would be obvious: step aside temporarily. This would not be a declaration of guilt. It would be a declaration that the integrity of the inquiry matters more than political convenience. The MV Barima disaster was not a minor administrative mishap. Seventy-three people have been confirmed dead, scores were rescued, and at least 30 remain missing and feared dead. Families are still waiting for answers, and some are still waiting for the remains of their loved ones. Yet the President is effectively telling a grieving nation to wait. Wait for the Commission. Wait for its recommendations. Wait for the findings. And in the meantime, the ministers remain exactly where they were. That is the problem. An independent Commission of Inquiry must not only be independent; it must be seen to be independent. Public confidence is part of the credibility of any investigation. When citizens see ministers whose ministries may come under scrutiny continuing to exercise executive authority throughout the inquiry, questions about impartiality will inevitably arise. The President says he does not want to interfere with the Commission. Fair enough. But temporarily relieving the ministers of their responsibilities would not constitute interference. It would be a basic precaution to protect the credibility of the process. More troubling is the President’s apparent willingness to dismiss the growing chorus demanding political accountability. The Opposition is calling for action. Civil society is calling for action. Ordinary citizens are protesting. Survivors and relatives of those who perished are demanding answers. Families of the missing are pleading for the vessel to be raised so that they can recover their loved ones. These are not abstract political voices. These are grieving Guyanese. And when relatives of the dead are standing outside the Office of the President demanding accountability, the response from the highest office in the land cannot simply be that a Commission will decide everything later. Government must understand that accountability is not something that begins after an inquiry. Accountability begins with the conduct of those entrusted with public office while the inquiry is taking place. The President has chosen to stand behind his ministers until the Commission tells him otherwise. That is a political decision, and he should own it. If the ministers are ultimately cleared, they can return with their reputations strengthened. If the inquiry finds serious failures, the public will ask the obvious question: why were they allowed to remain in charge while those failures were being investigated? There is nothing unreasonable about asking two ministers to step aside temporarily in the face of a disaster of this magnitude. What is unreasonable is asking grieving families to trust a system that appears unwilling to take even
Remedial Maths DEAR EDITOR, It is the season of congratulations for high achievers of CXC, but I am teaching some remedial classes in mathematics and I began by asking the students what they did not understand from the past (Form 1) year of high school and would like to relearn. Among the things high on their priority was profit and loss and percentage profit. (I wish I had time to find out how many of them were children of businesspeople.) The high school Maths textbooks[1] say: Selling price - Cost price = Profit Here is a sample problem. A business sells a commodity for $3,718 when the cost of producing it is $1,355. What is the profit? The answer is $3,718 - $1,355 = $2,363.
I chose those numbers because if they are each multiplied by 1,000,000,000, they correspond to what the Oil Companies declared in 2024. I chose 2024, because that is the latest annual report of the Natural Resource Fund (NRF) available on the Bank of Guyana’s and Ministry of Finance’s public websites. The NRF tells us how much profit Guyana is actually getting. For 2024, Guyana got $0.463 trillion profit while the Oil Companies got $2.363 trillion. This was more than 5 times Guyana’s profit. I therefore wanted our Ministry of Education to explain how this is the 52% profit as declared on the ExxonMobil billboards instead of the (12.5% + 2% =) 14.5% of revenue it actually was (as correctly declared by GRA C-G Godfrey Statia [2]) so that
even the top students in this country can understand. However, President Ali himself has at last heeded the calls after ExxonMobil officials announced that investment costs have been paid off, and redone the calculation. With cost recovery reduced to 20% (still an arbitrary number, but vastly more tolerable than the 75%), he has now correctly declared selling price as 100% revenue minus 2% royalty = 98%, and therefore profit as 98% - 20% = 78% of revenue. 50% of 78% is 39% of revenue, which, added to the 2% royalty, gives a total take of 41% of revenue. Let us hope we do not have to wait a further 2 years to see this reflected in the NRF. Yours sincerely, Alfred Bhulai
Freddie uninformed on India’s Tech that Redounds to Guyana & Developing Countries DEAR EDITOR, India marks its 79th anniversary a week ago since independence. Among its major technological advancements since independence are its space and defence industries which got started only over the last few decades. Its tech advancement has been shared with developing countries like Guyana. Freddie Kissoon and other perennial critics of India have been of the view that India should not invest resources on space (ISRO) and defence, arguing that the resources can be better directed towards poverty reduction. Freddie and his anti-India pals failed to recognise that India has reduced poverty from 80% in 1947 to less than 10% today. Poverty is being reduced with technological self-reliance and India makes available its technology to Guyana and developing countries. Freddie and others have not made similar critical remarks on poverty about China, Pakistan, and western countries that have higher rates of poverty than India and that have invested substantially more of their
GDP than India, in terms of percentages, on defence and space exploration. The problem with Freddie is he never studied international politics, India, South Asian Affairs, IndiaChina relations, geopolitics, realism, and other major political international issues and economics to understand why defence and space are very important to India — its development and survival. Investing in defence and space industries have saved India billions of American dollars annually over the last several decades prior to which India had to expend scarce resources purchasing services related to telecommunications (satellites, WiFi, etc.) and defence equipment to deter two hostile neighbours and threats from farther afield. India has two very aggressive neighbours on its border, one of which has been a sponsor of terror against India which has had to commit considerable resources to combat this terror. China and Pakistan invaded or crossed into India multiple times seeking to capture territory. Clearly, India has needed equipment for defence
the most basic precaution to demonstrate accountability. The MV Barima disaster demands more than promises of an independent inquiry. It demands independent-looking governance. President Ali should not wait for the Commission to tell him what political responsibility requires. Sometimes leadership means acting before the report is written. The country is watching. The families are watching. And history will record not only what the Commission finds, but how the Government responded while the nation waited for answers.
against aggression and intelligence on foreign troop deployment. The west was not very helpful. For the first few decades after independence, India relied on costly imported defence equipment and satellite communications to deter aggression. The West was not very helpful in supporting India against foreign aggression or terror. When China invaded India in 1962, the West rebuffed India’s request for assistance; USSR aided India. The Indian government recognised that it could not depend on the democratic west for protection and decided it had to develop its own defence industry and satellite capability to protect
the homeland. Tech, science, and engineering institutions were established. Money was poured into defence and telecommunications research. The space industry was launched. When the West refused to sell a super computer to India improve its space and defence industries, India developed its own. If India had not developed its own industries and super computers, it would have had to spend considerable amounts of money importing equipment and services for its d e f e n c e a n d telecommunications. And now, India sells defence e q u i p m e n t a n d telecommunications services. Continued on page 5
The lion
DEAR EDITOR, On one of my two visits to African Lion Safari in Canada, I had the wonderful experience of viewing a lion on a slab of rock. It reminded me of the poem “TYger,” by William Blake.To describe this animal and capture its beauty, agility, and power is almost an impossibility to me. What I have to say to myself and animal lovers is given in the poem: The Lion Majestic Specially made King indeed of the jungle Numa Designed to delight Fearful Inviting to visit Possibly embrace and befriend But As the vehicle crawled on its way I wished it not to roar For then I would have trembled And stifle an inner scream of fear, By Krishna Nand Prasad
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We need to question what we know and try to be more analytical instead of regurgitating what we have been fed DEAR EDITOR, I appeared with Timothy Jonas on the Globe Span Programme on the 1st July 2026 which topic was, “The Road to Prosperity Hindrances and Solutions”. I am forced to write as I cannot let what an influencer like Timothy said go unanswered. I was more convinced to respond when in a video he used the examples of GPL, bauxite and GuySuCo being run down under the PNC government to prove his ideological conditioning that government cannot run businesses efficiently. I made a statement on the programme that the private sector in Guyana is weak and so the government should invest. Jonas response was that he has to rebut because what I said was dangerous. In my mind what, Jonas feels it is dangerous for me to suggest government should invest. He asked me to explain the failures but I had no time to counter his regurgitations that have been
proven wrong over and over. He said GuySuCo, Telecommunications and other industries were destroyed when Burnham nationalised. I have no problem with that statement but, when he uses Burnham’s failure to justify his ideological position that government should not own because they cannot run companies efficiently, I find that to be erroneous and exceptionally illogical. The PPP government took power in 1992, most of the Stateowned Enterprises (SOEs) were privatised except GuySuCo, Guyana Cooperative Insurance Service (GCIS) and GUYOIL, GAC, water and electricity. GAC was making profits and paying taxes. Then there was a particular issue re grounding of a wet lease aircraft and a need to pay $50,000 US. The fault was not the airline but civil aviation. Janet decided to privatise. When privatised, the private
owners sold the aircraft that was used to service the interior and that money repaid them for the privatisation. Then the company was stripped and sold in pieces. I believe Jerry Gouveia obtained the section at CJIA that Roraima Airways uses today. The private owners made money, but we lost our national airlines. Fifty percent of the electricity company was privatised to a foreign company in 1999. They were managing the company and being paid a management fee. Well, they failed and gave up their share for one dollar in 2003. They made money, sold out many of the assets and then depended on contracting out services. I will discuss Guyana Cooperative Insurance Service (GCIS). I was a director, the late Rocky Mann was the Chairman. Most of the Directors were socialist inclined. It was a wreck. Workers were paid public servants wages. We developed the company, obtained one of the best
Freddie uninformed on India’s... From page 4 Its defence industry and space launches generate revenue, create high-tech jobs, and foster international partnerships. Producing its own arms and satellites have turned out to be very cost-effective, less than a fifth of purchasing same equipment and services from the west. India produces more than half of its defence needs, saving billions of dollars. India has a very advanced space industry with high-reliability missions. India was the first Asian nation to reach Mars orbit and the first in the world to succeed on its first attempt. Also, India achieved a historic soft landing near the lunar south pole of the moon in 2023, making India the fourth country to land softly on the Moon. India holds the record for launching the most satellites, including for western countries, of over a hundred in a single mission, bringing in revenues. India is cooperating with NASA and works closely with the international space station. Indian astronauts went on missions to outer space. India plans to send astronauts to outer space in a decade. India has used space technology for peaceful purposes, for its defence and protection, national development, earth observation, scientific exploration, weather forecasting, telecommunications, and commercial satellite deployment. And India has been using the space program to aid developing nations particularly on weather patterns and climate and sharing telecommunications with them. Satellites provide critical data for weather forecasting, disaster management, agriculture, telecommunications, and mapping across India’s vast geography. These technologies are being utilized in Guyana and several other countries practically for free. ISRO has earned global acclaim for achieving major milestones—such as reaching Mars and landing a rover on the lunar south pole—on frugal, highly efficient budgets. India supplies defence hardware and telecommunications services to international
markets, expanding its geopolitical influence. And Western countries have used India’s space agency to launch their satellites, resulting in huge earnings that have helped to further the space programme. India’s space economy has reportedly reached an estimated USD 9 billion in 2026, with projections to hit USD 40–45 billion over the next decade. India’s space policy, once driven primarily by domestic development goals, is increasingly aligning with that of the US while also offering its tech to Guyana and other countries. India has been achieving Technological Self-Reliance, developing indigenous rockets or missiles and satellites, avoiding total dependence on foreign providers, boosting national security and uncompromising access to space to boost protection. India’s Brahmos is the fastest missile in the world with scientists seeking to improve on it. For Freddie, here’s the thing — even if India didn’t develop its domestic industries and didn’t develop self-reliance, there is no guarantee that the unused money would go towards eradicating poverty. It doesn’t in USA or France or China. And at any rate, the space and defence industries have contributed to raising literacy and eliminating poverty. The defence and space industries also eliminate India’s vulnerability to shifting geopolitical alliances and foreign embargoes as currently being experienced. And the industries boost local manufacturing and trade. With its technological advances and achievements, India has massively improved the quality of life not only in India but in other countries, like Guyana, around the world also. India has given considerable aid to Guyana and other poor countries. So critics like Freddie are wrong. India should have a local defence industry to reduce heavy reliance on foreign arms imports, protect national sovereignty and support strategic self-reliance that has benefited Guyana. Yours truly, Vishnu Bisram
international reassurances, lifted the workers’ salaries above those of the private insurance and we gave them bonus at Christmas. One time we wanted to give them one month but Bharat then Finance Minister said two weeks. NIS had paid $9M for 44% of the shares. The shares were worth far more but we decided to sell for the same price because privatisation was in the air and we decided to sell to NIS, a worker’s organisation. We had accumulated $100M over and above the required reserve statutorily required. So, when the decision was made to privatise, we recalled what happened when the PNC privatised GTT with $400M in the bank. So, we took a decision to distribute the $100M so the government got $51M, NIS got $44M and the small trade unions got $5M. Then the privatisation came and we were flabbergasted as we were selling 51% of the company with NIS having 44% of the shares and
the purchasing company was being given a management contract. When the management fees are subtracted, it would show far less profits. We were opposed but could not stop the sale. We took a decision to pay the workers severance pay, because a new company was getting 51%, we had to protect workers. We decided to pay the workers severance pay. Bharat objected, Luncheon the HPS objected but we insisted. We were not going to sell the company with the excess money and not use same to pay the workers severance. Luncheon came to convince us. I told him this was the PPP, a proworking class party and no way we would not pay the workers severance. So, this was a success story. GUYOIL is state owned. Could you imagine if GUYOIL was not there to stabilise prices what the private sector would have done to us. You know profit maximisation Continued on page 6
Govt. needs to fix water and electricity problems DEAR EDITOR, The Democratically Elected Government of Guyana needs to fix the water and electricity problems in Guyana as all of the other industries would rely on one or both of these utilities. With Guyana having enough money now, there is no excuse for blackouts and poor water quality. I understand that the GtE is soon to be partly commissioned which will be a boon to Guyanese. Unless, of course, the GtE plant blows out the electricity grid.
More needs to be done to improve water quality and quantity in not just Georgetown but also in the rural communities. The focus should be to get it right with these two utilities then focus on developing the villages. The other way (currently being utilised) is to develop the villages then realise that these new developments would need additional clean water and reliable electricity. The current way being used was when Guyana did not have the financial resources. Sincerely, Sean Ori
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We need to question what we know and... From page 5 is the objective of the private sector. According to Google, there are “roughly 30 to 40 major Federal-level government corporations and independent commercial enterprises, while thousands more exist at municipal and State levels. According to Google Common sectors for State Owned Enterprises (SOEs) are power generation, water, oil/gas extraction, national airlines, railways, and major port authorities, banks, telecommunications. Russia became a super power with State ownership. Yo u w o u l d k n o w privatisation created all the Russian oligarchs. Little Cuba with 65 years of brutal blockade has a life span of 79, of 99%, one of the lowest infant mortality rates
in the world far lower than USA. They produce all the skills they need free of cost to the students; free universal health care and we know the kind of help Cuba gave to us. China, Norway, Sweden, Denmark over 49% of the economy are State-owned enterprises. China took 900m out of poverty in a short time. We need to understand that the economic elites control about 90% of the means of disseminating information so we should understand they would have filled our brains with a lot of misinformation. We need to question what we know and try to be more analytical instead of regurgitating what we have been fed. Regards, Rajendra Bisessar
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Trustworthiness in Journalism DEAR EDITOR, Trust in journalism rests on two things: is the message believable, and is the messenger credible through professional conduct? Both matter in news reporting — and increasingly on social media too. EYEWITNESS TESTIMONY I recently watched a press conference held by Guyana’s President. He grew visibly hostile toward certain reporters, particularly those from private outlets, whenever asked about the O p p o s i t i o n L e a d e r ’s accusations or ministers’ conduct. Rather than answering, he attacked the questioner or the source of the story. The pattern was unmistakable — as if he’d have found a question easier to accept from an interviewer with a
Harvard degree than from the one actually asking it. FRAMING DOUBT THROUGH EVIDENCE Does the President believe he owes no answers to non-state media? Especially on why two ministers haven’t been fired over the July 18, 2026 Barima ferry disaster, which killed more than 70 Guyanese and left three survivors charged with murder. Whether a Commission of Inquiry is warranted is a judgment call about risk and accountability — but that judgment can only be fair if questions are answered, not dodged. CAUSE AND EFFECT Questions about ministers who may have acted negligently, corruptly, or criminally aren’t just fair — t h e y ’ r e n e c e s s a r y. Dodging them, especially where lives were lost, looks like cover-up and signals indifference. At that same press conference, a respected journalist asked about the
two ministers’ conduct; no real answer came. History is instructive: Ferdinand Marcos, Zine Ali, Hosni Mubarak, Suharto, Viktor Yanukovych, Slobodan Miloševiæ — each dodged corruption questions for years until public trust collapsed. It wasn’t the corruption alone that ended them. It was the visible pattern of evasion, which tells people something is being hidden. That said, this isn’t inevitable. Leaders in Azerbaijan, China, Hungary, and Russia have dodged corruption stories for decades and stayed in power — largely because they control the courts, security forces, and media, or face no real elections. What separates leaders who fell from those who didn’t wasn’t the corruption itself, but whether independent institutions — a free press, courts, opposition, real elections — stayed strong enough to keep the pressure on. CALL TO CIVIC
REASONING That’s the question for Guyana now. Hostility toward the press over questions of corruption is a warning sign, not a verdict. Source credibility — evaluating whether information is trustworthy and free of hidden agendas — is the backbone of responsible journalism. Lecturing a journalist on it, rather than answering the question, undermines both her right to ask and his duty to answer. Questioning an interviewer’s competence instead of addressing the substance is unbecoming of anyone leading a democracy. Whether this leads to real accountability — through a Commission of Inquiry or otherwise — or fades into another forgotten scandal depends on one thing: whether Guyana’s institutions stay independent enough to keep asking the questions the President would rather avoid. Regards, M. Shabeer Zafar
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The MV Barima Commission of Inquiry will now commence next month, as announced by President Irfaan Ali. Its Terms of Reference are public, its commissioners are under scrutiny, and the nation is waiting. But this cannot become another exercise that produces a report, generates headlines, and gathers dust. Too many lives were lost for that. Families are grieving, communities are wounded, and questions remain about the failures that preceded the disaster and the decisions made after it. The Commission owes these families its fullest effort, its independence and, above all, the truth.
Politics must not dictate where the inquiry leads. Nor should anyone seek to shield incompetence, negligence or wrongdoing. Every relevant fact must be examined without fear or favour. The report must be timely, comprehensive and transparent. Guyanese deserve to know what happened, who failed, and what must change. The dead cannot speak. The Commission must speak for them.
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U.S. debt crosses $40 trillion
(Reuters) - Total U.S. debt has topped $40 trillion for the first time, the Treasury Department said on Wednesday, drawing fresh warnings that a fiscal crisis is brewing as ballooning costs for social safety-net programs and interest payments far outstrip revenues held back by tax cuts. The Treasury’s latest daily cash and debt balances statement showed total public debt outstanding at $40.047 trillion on Tuesday, a total that includes Treasury securities held by the public of $32.266 trillion and intragovernmental debt holdings of $7.782 trillion. T h e f e d e r a l government’s IOU has now
more than doubled in less than a decade, from $19.95 trillion when President Donald Trump was sworn in for the first time in January 2017. Roughly one-third of that increase occurred during two years of frantic government borrowing to fund the COVID-19 pandemic responses undertaken by Trump and former President Joe Biden, while the fiscal policy choices of both presidents combined with long-running tax-and-spending imbalances to account for the rest. Budget watchdog groups have been anticipating the crossing of the threshold for weeks and have issued stark warnings that a full-blown
Porter lost his life after fuel truck topples on Mabura Highway A porter lost his life on Tuesday evening after a fuel truck on which he was travelling toppled along the new Mabura Highway at KM 28. The dead man has been identified only as “Thiago.” Reports reaching Kaieteur News indicate that the truck driver also sustained severe injuries and was admitted to the Linden Hospital. The accident reportedly occurred sometime after 20:00hrs. According to eyewitnesses, the truck’s trailer began to “sway” as the driver negotiated a turn, causing the vehicle to topple. Both the porter and the driver were pinned inside the wreckage and had to be rescued by public-spirited citizens. Investigations into the accident are ongoing.
...after doubling under Trump and Biden
The US Department of the Treasury Building in Washington, D.C., U.S., July 11, 2026. REUTERS/Daniel Heuer/File Photo debt crisis could erupt unless lawmakers confront an unsustainable fiscal outlook and raise taxes, cut spending or both. “Forty trillion dollars of debt doesn’t exist solely on the government’s ledgers; it is felt throughout the economy and finds its way to the pocketbooks of people one way or another,” said Maya MacGuineas, president of the nonpartisan Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget. “The more `we borrow, the more we exacerbate inflation, squeeze out other priorities in the budget, and
leave ourselves vulnerable to emergencies at home and turmoil abroad,” MacGuineas said in a statement just after the Treasury data was released. She noted that the $40 trillion figure was reached less than five months after debt reached $39 trillion, and has quadrupled in less than 20 years after taking until 1981 to reach $1 trillion for the first time. “It is staggering how predictable the fiscal decline of a global power can become,” MacGuineas added. Global U.S. creditors may already be growing wary. Days after a $25 billion auction of 30-year Treasury bonds went off at the highest yield since 2021, yields on so-called long bonds on Tuesday hit their highest levels in nearly two decades as investors demanded greater compensation in the face of hefty U.S. government bond issuance. On Wednesday, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent took a bold step to push long bond yields back, announcing a doubling of buyback sizes for 10- to 30year Treasuries to at least $4 billion per operation. The term premium for 10-year Treasuries — a measure of how much of the security’s overall yield is accounted for by the perceived risk of holding them over a decade — rose this week to its highest in more than a dozen years. Against all that, demand for U.S. debt by foreign investors — who hold nearly one-third of all Treasuries — has been declining over the past year, leaving more bonds to fall to more pricesensitive buyers, which can exacerbate market volatility, John Canavan, lead financial market analyst in Oxford
Economics’ Macroeconomic and Investor group, wrote ‘on Tuesday. PANDEMIC SPENDING, AND THEN SOME The Treasury last week reported the fourth-highest monthly deficit in U.S. history — $432 billion for July — as tariff refunds turned customs receipts negative for the third month in a row and outlays for Social Security and Medicare benefits for seniors continued to grow. The deficit for the first 10 months of fiscal 2026 has already exceeded the total gap for all of fiscal 2025 with two months to go in the current fiscal year. Tr u m p h a s l a rg e l y ignored the dwindling number of fiscal hawks in his R e p u b l i c a n P a r t y, championing heavy spending across his two terms. Public debt rose by $7.8 trillion during Trump’s first term, with more than half of it accumulating during the pandemic response over his last nine months in office. Since Trump took office a second time in January 2025, the U.S. debt load has increased by $3.8 trillion, for total growth of $11.6 ‘trillion across his two terms so far. Public debt increased by $8.4 trillion during Biden’s term, also marked by heavy COVID-19 recovery spending, but driven as well by big-ticket outlays for infrastructure investment, clean energy subsidies and other priorities championed by his Democratic Party. The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget estimates that the policy choices of Trump and Biden have increased the federal debt trajectory beyond what would have accumulated under the existing spending statutes when each took
office. For instance, Trump’s landmark second-term legislative package — the One Big Beautiful Bill Act — will add another $4.7 trillion in debt, ‘according to the Congressional Budget Office, the nonpartisan bookkeeper for federal lawmakers. Trump has branded his second presidency as one focused on cost-cutting, marked by early federal agency job cuts ordered by the non-governmental Department of Government Efficiency. But much of his spending reductions has targeted so-called “discretionary” programs, the smallest portion of the federal budget. The U.S. spends roughly $7 trillion annually, and 60% of it is earmarked for so-called “mandatory” programs, including payments for Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and veterans’ care, that generally grow to keep pace with living `costs. Another $1.1 trillion pays the interest on U.S. borrowing, the cost of which rises as the debt pile grows and as interest rates climb. The 2025 fiscal-year budget marked the first-time debt service costs exceeded Pentagon funding. In the first 10 months of the 2026 fiscal year, interest costs have eclipsed Medicare healthcare outlays to become the second-largest line-item in the federal budget, behind the Social Security pension system. The U.S. is spending more to fund the retirement and healthcare costs of the “baby boom” generation, straining the trust funds behind Social Security and Medicare even as payroll and income tax revenues fall short of covering federal costs.
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When documents become evidence For two decades, Dan Rather was the face of the CBS Evening News. During that extraordinary period, he acquired a reputation as one of the world's foremost journalists and television news anchors. He reported from some of the most consequential events of the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries and became, for millions of Americans, a symbol of serious television journalism. All of that came crashing down on September 8, 2004. It was not because Rather had suddenly forgotten how to report the news. It was because CBS broadcast a story concerning then President George W. Bush's service in the Texas Air National Guard based, in significant part, on documents that the network failed to authenticate properly. The documents purported to be memoranda written in the early 1970s by Lieutenant Colonel Jerry Killian, Bush's commanding officer. They appeared to support allegations that Bush had received preferential treatment and had failed to fulfil certain military obligations. The story was explosive, particularly because it was broadcast in
the middle of a fiercely contested presidential election. But almost immediately, questions arose about the documents themselves. Critics scrutinised their typography and formatting and questioned whether they could actually have been produced in the 1970s. More damagingly, CBS could not establish a reliable chain of custody for the documents. The source who supplied them had also misled the network about their provenance. CBS initially stood by the story. Then the defence began to unravel. An independent investigation commissioned by CBS subsequently found serious failures in the reporting and verification process. The problem was not simply whether the documents were genuine. The more fundamental failure was that CBS had not done enough to establish that they were genuine before putting them on television as evidence. The consequences were profound. Several CBS executives lost their positions. Rather stepped down as anchor of the CBS Evening News in 2005. His extraordinary career was permanently marked by
what became known as the “Killian documents” controversy. There is a lesson here that should be of particular importance to the Guyanese media as we examine the tragic capsizing of the M.V. Barima. Recently, alleged reports purportedly relating to the vessel and dated last year have been published and circulated. If these documents are genuine, and if they accurately represent inspections, findings or warnings concerning the condition of the vessel, they could be extremely important to understanding what happened. But if is the operative word. The media has a responsibility not merely to obtain documents, but to authenticate them. Where did they originate? Who prepared them? When were they prepared? Who signed them? Were they actually issued by the institution whose name appears on them? Can the issuing authority confirm their existence? Have they been altered, edited or taken out of context? Is there a chain of custody? These are not bureaucratic questions. They are fundamental questions of
Dem Boys Seh...
Food basket and shopping basket fighting fuh de same space Dem boys seh Guyana got a wonderful plan: become de food basket of de Caribbean. Big plan. Big vision. Big speeches. And plenty big appetite. Only problem is, while we telling de Caribbean “come buy yuh food from Guyana,” we quietly telling de farmers, “Pack up yuh tractor and move, because we got a warehouse coming.” Imagine de contradiction. Government spending billions to drain agricultural lands, build canals, construct roads and make fertile lands productive. Then, after all that work, somebody discover that the same land looking very nice for a supermarket, factory, warehouse or commercial complex. Is like spending millions to build a kitchen and then deciding to turn it into a parking lot. Dem boys seh de food basket apparently come with a shopping basket too. We talking about lands on de coast that were deliberately developed and drained for agriculture. Lands that could produce rice, vegetables, livestock feed and other food for Guyana and de wider Caribbean. But now some of these lands – mostly privately owned – are being eyed for commercial and industrial development. So what exactly is de national policy? Food security or floor tiles? Because if we serious about becoming de Caribbean food basket, we must first stop treating agricultural land like surplus luggage at Cheddi Jagan
Airport—something yuh could check in, redirect or lose depending on who paying the bill. De irony is sweeter than sugar cake. We importing food, talking about reducing food imports, promoting agriculture, encouraging investment in farming—and simultaneously allowing agricultural land to migrate into concrete. Dem boys wondering if this is what they mean by land use diversification: one acre planting pumpkin today, warehouse tomorrow, and maybe apartment building by Friday. And when somebody asks, “But what happened to de food basket?” Dem boys could already hear de official answer: “It was there last year, but development took it.” This is not merely about individual parcels of land. It strikes at the very heart of land-use planning. If lands developed specifically for agriculture can be casually converted to other uses, then what exactly is the point of having a land-use policy? We cannot be serious about feeding the Caribbean while steadily paving over the very lands capable of feeding it. Dem boys seh if we continue like this, Guyana might indeed become the food basket of the Caribbean. Only trouble is, de basket going to be made of concrete. Talk half. Leff half.
journalism. A document does not become evidence merely because somebody sends it to a newspaper, posts it on social media or places it in a journalist's hands. Its authenticity must be established before it is presented to the public as fact. And where authentication cannot yet be established, the public should be told precisely that. T h e M . V. B a r i m a tragedy is too serious to become an arena in which unverified documents are treated as established truth. There are grieving families and a nation seeking answers. The eventual Commission of Inquiry must determine what happened, why it happened and whether warnings were ignored. The media's role is to illuminate that process, not prejudge it. There is another dimension to this responsibility. Journalists must also
exercise caution when reporting allegations made by political leaders, including the Leader of the Opposition. An allegation may be newsworthy; but it may not necessarily be evidence. A journalist can report that an allegation was made without converting the allegation itself into a fact. Two people attending the same mosque does not, by itself, establish that they are business partners. It certainly does not establish that one owns shares in a company connected to the other. Nor does familiarity prove corruption. Otherwise, we would quickly arrive at the absurd proposition that because two people were seen together, everything one person subsequently did becomes evidence against the other. That is not investigative journalism. That is guilt by association. The press must be fearless, but being fearless does not mean being
careless. Indeed, the more serious the allegation, the greater the obligation to verify it. Dan Rather's experience provides a cautionary tale: sometimes the greatest damage to journalism does not come from refusing to pursue a difficult story. It comes from pursuing it so eagerly that the discipline of verification is left behind. In matters as grave as the loss of life aboard the M.V. Barima or corruption, getting the story first must never be more important than getting the story right. (The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of this newspaper.)
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H@RD TRUTHS The CCJ – hanging on a string UTHS
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I used to look at the CCJ as a bridge over troubled waters. Up in the air now. When the expectation was that regional judicial heads would take a stand, they withered, faded, ultimately collapsed under the weight of their own reasoning, and sequencing, their misdirected gaze. In the circumstances, only the frankest of representations will help to convey the distaste over what is now in the public domain. Only the sharpest position relays the disappointment at what should have been a drive to get to the heart of the related truths, but turned out to be a
movement in reverse. The CCJ has to be that bridge on which people in this region can prostrate themselves with their petitions, confident that they will not be runover, that no one takes them for a ride. Or for a fool. Regrettably, the CCJ has decayed into a dangerously swaying bridge over troubled waters. The rougher the troubled waters, the weaker the bridge. It is not an hour to stand on ceremony at the CCJ. There isn't the luxury of dragging feet, buying time. There shouldn't be splitting of hairs, in the hope of locating a safe harbour to
take refuge. This is a tangled affair. It has stripped the CCJ of credibility. Unless those who stand as overseers realise that the entire entity, the whole machinery, is now under the harshest, most unforgiving, glare, then they are wasting precious time, they are of little utility. This is not a season for playing with words. It is the season for sparing no one. For leaving no stone unturned, no matter how heavy. Or how much apprehension there may be about what lies beneath. Or any fear about where those discoveries could lead. I think that the time for talking and
reasoning is over. It should have been the day before those emails came to light. The CCJ is in a crisis. It is neither healthy nor encouraging for the diverse peoples of this region. The CCJ hangs by a thread, which is dangerous for the region. It is a thread that should be strengthened before it snaps. I am heavy from thinking of what that could mean, where that could lead. None is bigger than the whole. No one should be railroaded out of where he or she is. None should be protected at all costs. However, there are times when the cost of carrying becomes so intolerable that radical measures have to be taken. In graphic terms, a limb has to be amputated so that the body is not further poisoned. So that it is saved. So, that it is given the time, space, and opportunity to revitalise. Maybe even rise above where it was before. Counsel C.A. Nigel Hughes identified heads of government as being the proper arbiters. They must
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act, if only to present a straight and true CCJ to the regional publics. Why take the risk of every petitioner starting out with qualms, continuing with increasing anxieties and, in the end, forever disagreeing (wrongly) with rulings. Because of whose hands and minds are part of the process. Because of the judgments handed down were by the slimmest majority, leading to those who came up short publicly questioning what else could have been involved. This is how delicately and precariously perched the CCJ is right now. It is the worst of places for an apex court to be. It is the poorest of planks on which to ask the people of this region to stand. Already, too much time has elapsed. Already, too much talking has filled the air. Already, the residual confidence of the public drips away. There is the danger of it draining away in a flood. There must be
honest, determined, and meaningful action now. Less politics, more about the value of the CCJ's integrity and its lost pride of place. There must be leadership action with the greater good in mind. To retrieve and restore the trust of the ordinary citizen huddled along the shores of the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic banks. To delay would be deadly. To dither could lead to the damaging, from where there is no recovery. A duty is owed to the people not to let the CCJ reach anywhere near any of these unthinkable abysses from which I shrink. (The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of this newspaper.)
Total power demand to jump five-fold ... From page 3 different stages and under different institutional arrangements. These include the “Gas-to-Energy projects, the proposed Amaila Falls Hydropower Project, utility-scale solar developments such as Guyana Utility Scale Photovoltaic Program (GUYSOL) implemented through a partnership between GPL and the Inter-American Development Bank), other planned solar PV facilities led by GPL, and extensive transmission and distribution (T&D) upgrades, extensions, and reinforcements,” the document said. These investments are intended to strengthen the reliability of the system while improving its operational efficiency and supporting the structural shift towards a more diversified and resilient electricity supply. “For the medium-term planning horizon (2026–2030), demand projections were developed on the basis that Linden is integrated into the Demerara-Berbice Interconnected System (DBIS) by 2029. Under this assumption, combined GPL + Linden's electricity demand is forecast to average approximately 5,975 GWh over the
period, corresponding to an annual growth rate of about 45.7 percent, or roughly 1,753 GWh per year,” the document added. Generation and Peak Demand: One Year Before First Oil vs. After Guyana pumped its first oil in December 2019. The peak generation for the year before stood at 116.8 MW. This was supported by an installed generating capacity of about 126 MW, while total national generation was approximately 1,136 GWh. In 2019, total national generation increased slightly from 1,136 GWh to 1,151 GWh. Peak demand also increased from 116.8 MW to 126 MW, while overall installed capacity stood at around 380 MW. According to the Guyana Power and Light (GPL) Development and Expansion Programme, gross generation served as a proxy for total energy demand, which grew by an annual average of 3.8% leading up to 2019. In 2020, total electricity generation for Guyana Power & Light Inc. (GPL) was approximately 903 GWh. Peak demand was around 120–134 MW, with an installed capacity of 337 MW.
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OMAI targets US$1.2 billion annual gold production for 18 years ...projects 6.3M ounces from Guyana operation ...351,488 ounces annually; 435,667 during peak years Canada-based Omai Gold Mines has published its Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) for its gold project in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni), outlining a long-life, largescale gold mining operation that is projected to produce 6.3 million ounces of payable gold over an 18-year mine life, reaching 435,667 ounces of gold production during the peak years of production. The Omai Gold Mine hosts the Wenot open pit deposit and the adjacent Gilt
President and Chief Executive Officer of Omai Elaine Ellingham
An aerial view of Omai Gold Mine (Tagewantie Nokram photo)
Combined open pit and underground recovered gold ounces and head grade
Recovered Gold underground deposit. Omai, through its subsidiary Avalon Gold Exploration Inc., owns 100% interest in the mine, which produced over 3.7 million ounces of gold from 1993 to 2005 Since its return to “mining-friendly” Guyana in 2020, Omai has embarked on an aggressive drilling campaign, looking to reclaim its position as a top gold producer in South America.The PEA mine plan incorporates both the Wenot and Gilt deposits and support production averaging 351,488 ounces of gold annually over an 18-year mine life, with peak year production of 435,667 ounces. According to the PEA, the combined production from the two deposits is estimated at 6,326,775 ounces of payable gold.
Head Grade At the PEA's base-case gold price of US$3,600 per ounce, the average annual production of 351,488 ounces would represent approximately US$1.27 billion in gold at that price. It should be noted that this figure is calculated by multiplying the average annual production by the base-case gold price and represents the gross value of the gold produced. According to Omai, at a base-case gold price of US$3,600 per ounce, the project has an after-tax Net Present Value - 5% (NPV) of US$4.0 billion, a 24% Internal Rate of Return (IRR), and a payback period of 4.1 years. The company added that at the recent spot price of US$4,200 per ounce, the after-tax NPV 5% increases to US$5.5 billion, IRR increases to
30% and the payback reduces to 3.4 years. The PEA is based on the updated Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) published in April. That MRE outlines approximately eight-million ounces of gold resources 2,495,000 ounces of gold in the indicated category and 5,465,000 ounces in the inferred category. The Wenot deposit comprises 1,453,000 ounces in the Indicated category and a further 4,000,000 ounces in the i n f e r r e d c a t e g o r y. Meanwhile, the Gilt deposit hosts an Indicated MRE of 1,040,000 ounces and inferred of 1,470,000 ounces of gold. Moreover, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Omai Elaine Ellingham commenting on the release of the PEA stated, “We are very pleased to deliver this PEA, which reinforces the potential for Omai to become a very large-scale mining operation with a clear path to bringing significant economic benefits to the people of Guyana.” Ellingham added that the project's proposed initial US$1.4 billion investment into Guyana is equivalent to over GYD$300 billion and would create many quality jobs and spinoff economic development within the interior of the country, while providing solid returns for investors. Honing in on the targeted (Continued on page17)
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8 witnesses testify in murder trial of Corentyne man accused of burning wife As the trial of Corentyne resident Seelall Dipnarine got underway on Wednesday at the Berbice High Court for the alleged murder of his wife, Tavita Lall, multiple witness testimonies were presented as the prosecution sought to rapidly build its case against the accused. Dipnarine, 54, called 'Nari', is accused of setting Lall, 42, on fire at their No. 64 Village, Corentyne home on January 7, 2022. Lall, also c a l l e d ' Ta s h a ' , l a t e r succumbed at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) just over a month later, despite a series of surgeries as doctors sought to keep the badly burnt woman alive. Her partner of two years was arrested and charged for attempting to commit murder, but upon her passing, it was changed to murder. He was remanded to prison, where he spent four years awaiting trial. State prosecutor, Marisa Edwards, leads the
Seelall Dipnarine, on trial for allegedly murdering his wife by setting her on fire.
prosecution in the case which commenced last week when Dipnarine submitted a not-guilty plea. He is being
represented by attorney Vinay Punwa. Justice Gino Persaud presides over the case.
Trio on $100k bail each for damages to GPL network Three persons were on Tuesday placed on $100,000 station bail each for damaging components of the Guyana Power and Light (GPL) network at La Penitence, Georgetown. In a statement posted to its Facebook page, GPL said the power interruption customers experienced in the area was the result of a truck damaging a section of the network. “According to reports, the vehicle, bearing registration number GYY 5259, was travelling north along the La Penitence Public Road when, upon turning west, it became entangled with overhead telephone cables, resulting in damage to GPL's network and an interruption of electricity service to the area,” GPL said. The company immediately dispatched response teams to the scene, and necessary
The broken pole
remedial works were carried out. Its efforts resulted in the restoration of service approximately one hour after it was interrupted. Two porters, along with the driver of the vehicle, were taken into police custody and placed on $100,000 station bail each. A report was lodged at the Ruimveldt Police Station, and investigations are ongoing. “GPL is alarmed by the high frequency at which incidents involving vehicles and its network infrastructure are occurring and is urging vehicle operators to exercise extreme caution when operating near utility infrastructure,” the company said. GPL is urging drivers and machinery operators to properly assess their surroundings and ensure adequate clearance from overhead cables before manoeuvring. The company reminded the public that damage to its network can interrupt service, require costly repairs and, more importantly, pose serious safety risks — such incidents can result in severe injury or death to utility workers, motorists and members of the public.
At the conclusion of Wednesday's session, eight witnesses had already approached the stand from a total of 16 set to testify. Taking the stand first was Thanita Ramlall. She told the court that she lives opposite the couple, and that between 7:00-8:00pm, she heard screams from Tasha. She related that Dipnarine then shouted from the veranda to her husband, "Allo, Allo, Tasha burn she self!" Ramlall and her husband, Omesh Singh (Allo) proceeded across to their neighbours, where they saw fire from upstairs. Making their way up, she noted that the woman was naked and, on the floor, with burn injuries to her face and stomach. According to Ramlall, the woman's son was called, and he, along
with her and her husband assisted in wrapping the woman with a bed sheet and transported her to the hospital. She said Dipnarine was on the verandah all the while. Punwa, in his crossexamination, asked Ramlall if she had ever heard Tasha saying she would end her own life. She said she had heard such on multiple occasions. Pressing forward, the defence counsel enquired if she could recall when Tasha attempted to consume gramoxone. The witness said she remembered. The attorney suggested that Dipnarine called out to Ramlall and her husband saying Tasha burn herself, which Ramlall confirmed. Punwa also suggested that Dipnarine also assisted in taking Tasha out of the track
from where they lived. Her husband Omesh Singh, who testified next, stated that he and the deceased grew up like siblings. He said while his wife said she recalled Dipnarine calling them to say that the victim had burned herself, he heard Dipnarine saying, "Come see your sister get burn." U n d e r c r o s s examination, he denied ever hearing that the deceased wanted to harm herself. Punwa's suggestion that Dipnarine assisted was denied by Singh, who said that it was he, his wife and the victim's son who took over following the ordeal. The deceased's son, Lakeram Raguwandan, explained in his testimony that his neighbour did call him, and by the time he (Continued on page 15)
$22M contract signed to extend Mainstay Lake Nursery School
The Regional Democratic Council (RDC) of Region Two on Monday signed a $22 million contract for the extension of Mainstay Lake Nursery School. According to information provided by the RDC office, the contract was signed with Baigh Nauth Construction for the extension of the Mainstay Lake Nursery School. This publication understands that Baigh Nauth was among 20 contractors that tendered for the project which was estimated to cost $25 million. “The project, valued at $22 million, represents a significant investment in strengthening educational infrastructure within the region and providing improved facilities for our youngest learners,” the RDC stated. The agency shared that the extension is expected to enhance the school's capacity and create a more conducive environment for teaching and learning. The Regional Democratic Council further stated that it remains committed to advancing development across Region Two and ensuring that children have access to safe, suitable, and quality learning environments.
The signing of the contract between the Regional Democratic Council (RDC) of Region Two and contractor Baigh Nauth Construction for the extension of the Mainstay Lake Nursery School.
This publication understands that the Regional Administration was allocated a sum of $11.2 billion this year from the national budget and out of that $6.8 billion was set aside for education delivery. Mainstay/ Whyaka Village is an Amerindian community located on the Essequibo Coast and is home to roughly a 1,000 persons.
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35,000 skip CAPE, CSEC More than 35,000 secondary school students around the region failed to turn up for this year's CAPE (Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination) and CSEC (Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate) examinations, prompting concern from the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC). Director of Operations at CXC Dr. Nicole Manning said yesterday: 'This is a big concern of the Caribbean Examinations Councilabsenteeism.' She said while there was actually a reduction in absenteeism, the issue remained a major concern for CXC.Manning was speaking at a virtual ceremony for the official release of the CXC 2026 May-June regional exam results. Of that figure, 3,534 students regionally did not show up for their CAPE examinations.More worrying was that 32,403 candidates did not turn up for their CSEC examinations, she said.Noting what this means for such candidates, she said: 'A candidate that is absent has no opportunity to be graded because they have missed a component and cannot be graded. So, that candidate would have lost out on that opportunity.' She continued: 'Not turning up for exams is something that the education system in the region has to be concerned about.' CXC did not provide details by country on the level of absenteeism for the exams.Manning said the Council was working to encourage candidates to turn up for the exams. She also called on parents and guardians to support candidates and noted that CXC had advised educators to encourage
candidates to attend their exams. Manning said CXC had also conducted surveys over the years and found that some candidates felt they were simply unprepared for the examinations and therefore did not show up. 'This is not a reason to be absent, just try,' she advised students. Gender disparity Manning also spoke about the gender disparity among candidates sitting this year's examinations. According to CXC, female students accounted for 62% of CAPE entries, while 38% were male. For CSEC examinations, she said 59% of the candidates were female, while 41% were male. 'There must be a deeper assessment regarding the disparity between female and male candidates,' Manning suggested. She also noted that the Council had seen regional improvements in the results for CSEC Mathematics. She said there was a 4% increase compared with last year, adding, 'This is a good story. I don't want anybody to be crying because any improvement in math is a good improvement. 'And so, it is important for us to be happy about that. Improvement is improvement.' The Education Ministry told TV6 News yesterday it will be doing an internal assessment to ascertain how the data relates to Trinidad and Tobago. The Express reached out to Trinidad and Tobago U n i f i e d Te a c h e r s ' A s s o c i a t i o n ( T T U TA ) president Crystal Ashe and National Parent Teacher A s s o c i a t i o n ( N P TA ) president Walter Stewart, but both indicated that they needed more information
before they could comment. New approach CXC has launched a phased approach to CSEC examinations with the introduction of a Caribbean Ta r g e t e d E d u c a t i o n Certificate (CTEC). The announcement was made by CXC Registrar and Chief Executive Dr. Wayne We s l e y y e s t e r d a y i n Anguilla during the release of CSEC and CAPE results. 'CTEC takes the subject you know, the same syllabus, the same standards, and
breaks them down into focus modules that students can master and be assessed on and be certified for, step by step,' he said. 'Under its guiding target framework, every module completed is a credential earned that is banked... that builds towards the qualification. And if life interrupts a learner's journey, as life sometimes does, they no longer leave with empty hands.'He said 16 months before, the council piloted mathematics as its first
subject for CTEC. Emphasising its importance, he said: 'For years in mathematics, the subject that is foundational to every vocation in life, only about a third of our candidates have achieved acceptable grades in a typical sitting. CTEC is an assessment redesigned for learners without lowering by a single degree the standard to which we hold.' He added that during consultations with stakeholders, CXC observed that CTEC mathematics had attracted the interest of parents, while teachers had embraced its modularised format. He said that more than 2,500 candidates from 15 territories in the region participated in the piloting of CTEC Mathematics Module One for the May-June sitting. 'I am proud to announce that of these 2,535 candidates who wrote CTEC
Module One in the mathematics pilot examination, 88% achieved acceptable grades,' said We s l e y. H e c o n t i n u e d : 'Measured against a generation in which barely one in three candidates succeed in a typical sitting, this achievement represents a remarkable turnaround.' He stressed that a module is not a whole subject as the full qualification requires, as in the case of mathematics, the full completion of all three modules. When learning is focused in achievable stages, our students do more than cope; they excel, they engage, persist and succeed.' CXC Director Manning said the 2,535 candidates will have a period of four years to complete modules two and three. She said once they have completed all three modules, they will get the CSEC certificate. (Trinidad Express)
Team Leader of GPL's Management Committee, Mr. Kesh Nandlall; Director, Mr. Gary Hall, GPL Berbice Zone Manager, Mr. Ravindra Jagnanan and other members of the team during the visit.
GPL team visits Skeldon Energy Inc 8 witnesses testify... following acquisition from NICIL
From page 14 arrived, his mother was naked and badly burnt in the hall. "He (Dipnarine) stand up on the veranda, cursing." "She tell me how Nari push her on the stove." He and the two neighbours then placed her in a taxi and took her to the hospital, he said. The attorney probed whether or not Raguwandan was aware of instances where his mother attempted suicide. The son confirmed that she tried to ingest poisonous substance before. According to reports, Tasha was seeking to end what was considered an abusive relationship, which reportedly angered Dipnarine. It is alleged that he pushed her into the kerosene stove, causing her injuries. Tavita Lall was a sweeper/cleaner at the Tagore Memorial Secondary School on the Corentyne. The jury will hear testimonies from police officers, and two medical doctors, who will take the stand when the matter resumes on Thursday.
A leadership team from the Guyana Power and Light Incorporated (GPL) visited the Skeldon Energy Inc (SEI), following its acquisition of the company from the National Industrial and Commercial Investments Limited (NICIL). The team included leader of GPL's management committee, Mr. Kesh Nandlall; director, Mr. Gary Hall; and GPL Berbice Zone Manager, Mr. Ravindra Jagnanan. In a statement Wednesday, the power company said, “The acquisition forms part of the Government of Guyana's efforts to consolidate operations and achieve greater cost efficiencies in the energy sector.
Cabinet approved GPL's acquisition of the 55.5 per cent shareholding in SEI previously owned by the National Industrial and Commercial Investments Limited (NICIL). Additionally, GPL already owned 44.5 per cent shareholding in SEI.” Currently SEI operates a 10MW engine that contributes electricity to the national grid, therefore supporting GPL's overall generation capacity and electricity supply. The delegation during the visit toured the facility, and met with the 49 employees of SEI to discuss how they will transition and further be integrated into the operations of GPL. Nandlall assured the employees that
no jobs will be lost due to the transition, emphasising that the acquisition will create opportunities for professional growth and development within the company. Employees will also benefit from training and upskilling opportunities in power generation, transmission and distribution (T&D) and administrative areas, allowing them to broaden their competencies and contribute to GPL's wider operations. GPL has also committed to ensuring a smooth transition, noting that operational efficiencies will be maximised, strengthening the workforce and enhancing the reliability of electrical service across the country.
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PAHO emphasizes that cyberbullying does not occur in isolation. It often reflects, amplifies, or extends patterns of violence that also occur offline, particularly in schools. It may also overlap with other forms of digital violence, including the nonconsensual sharing of personal information, identity theft, image-based abuse, and other forms of online control. APUBLIC HEALTH PRIORITY Violence—and bullying in particular—is a major determinant of the health and well-being of children and adolescents. Bullying and cyberbullying can seriously affect health and development and are associated with increased risks of depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, social isolation, sleep disorders, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, and suicide attempts, as well as negative impacts on educational achievement and social development. Studies cited in the toolkit show that students who experience bullying are more likely to report feelings of loneliness, sleep difficulties, and suicidal ideation than those who do not. Bullying can also have consequences for physical, sexual, and reproductive health, including injuries, psychosomatic symptoms, chronic pain, sleep disorders, and experiences of sexual coercion or pressure. These impacts demonstrate why the response cannot be limited to schools alone and requires the involvement of health systems. The document also warns that different forms of violence can overlap and reinforce one another. Violence may begin online and continue in person or start in person and be amplified through digital platforms. Early intervention is therefore essential to break cycles of violence and reduce lifelong risks. RECOGNIZING THE SIGNS AND ACTING EARLY Sudden behavioral changes, anxiety, irritability, social withdrawal, unexplained injuries, or reluctance to attend school may all be signs that a child or adolescent is experiencing
changes in behavior while using or immediately after using digital devices, quickly closing screens when an adult approaches, or reluctance to discuss online activities. PAHO highlights that health services can serve as a key point of contact for recognizing these signs, providing initial support, and referring children and adolescents to specialized services when needed. The toolkit recommends that health workers incorporate questions about school and digital environments into routine consultations, identify warning signs, assess possible mental health impacts, and provide initial support to affected children and adolescents. It also underscores the importance of helping families promote safe technology use and coordinating with schools and other sectors to ensure a comprehensive response. “The most important thing is for children and adolescents to know that bullying and cyberbullying are never acceptable and that they do not have to face them alone,” Baer said. “Seeking help from a trusted adult and using available reporting mechanisms can make a real difference.” PAHO emphasizes that addressing bullying requires action from many sectors and stakeholders, with the meaningful participation of young people at its core. The toolkit highlights the importance of strengthening support networks—including peer support—and promoting social and emotional skills as protective factors. It also recommends that parents and caregivers maintain open communication with children and adolescents, pay attention to signs of bullying, stay in contact with
schools when necessary, and establish agreements on the safe and responsible use of the internet and mobile devices. Health, education, and other sectors, together with all levels of government, should work collaboratively to develop and implement evidence-based responses to violence. The toolkit also underscores the role of the private sector—particularly digital platforms—in working with governments and communities to strengthen safety and protection by design. The publication is part of PAHO’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the prevention of violence against children and adolescents and to support countries in breaking the cycle of violence through evidence-based tools.
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Hamas condemns ‘new war crime’ ...AS ISRAEL KILLS 10 IN CROWDED GAZA HUBS (AL-JAZEERA) Israeli strikes have killed at least 10 Palestinians in two separate attacks targeting a Gaza City police post and Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza. Hamas, which governs the Gaza Strip, condemned what it called “a new war crime”. On Wednesday, medical sources at al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza City said they received nine Palestinian bodies following an attack on the municipal police headquarters in the centre of Gaza City. Another 15 people were wounded. Al Jazeera’s Hani Mahmoud, reporting from Gaza City, said the bombardment occurred at a busy time near a park crowded with civilians, including children. Victims of the Gaza City strike included a newly-appointed Gaza Displaced Palestinians carry the body of a victim away City police chief, the director of a from the site of an Israeli strike that targeted the municipal women’s police force, and several police headquarters in Gaza City [Omar Al-Qattaa/ AFP] officers. Earlier in the day, a strike on Nuseirat refugee camp killed one later struck a Hamas commander in targeted “resistance leaders”, Palestinian, medics said, increasing the Tuffah area of Gaza City, calling the claim “baseless and Wednesday’s death toll to at least without providing evidence of their false allegations used to justify its 10. The Israeli army claimed its air affiliation. aggression and cover up its force struck two Hamas In a statement, Hamas rejected deliberate targeting of civilian commanders in Nuseirat, and that it Israel’s justification that the strike police and unarmed civilians”.
Hamas accused the Israeli government of “deliberately undermining these efforts and dangerously pushing towards reigniting the war of extermination against our people in the Gaza
Strip”. On Tuesday, Israeli strikes killed seven people – including a child – and wounded 14 others at a crowded cafe on Gaza City’s harbour. The city’s port has been turned into a displacement camp, according to Wafa news agency. The Israeli military again claimed, without providing evidence, that it had targeted Hamas commanders in the enclave. DIPLOMATIC DEADLOCK Wednesday’s attacks occurred two days after US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law and Middle East envoy Jared Kushner visited the region to push for a Trumpbacked deal to end to Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza. Kushner’s meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu failed to break a diplomatic deadlock after Netanyahu rejected an agreement for Israel to withdraw from the Strip in exchange for Hamas disarming. Following the meeting, Kushner reiterated “Israel’s right to defend itself”. He threatened that Hamas must disarm or the US would support Israel to “finish the job in the appropriate way.”
Bids open for new Ascension OMAI targets US$1.2B... Secondary teaching block The Ministry of Education is preparing to spend approximately $89,887,600 to construct a new teaching block at Ascension Secondary School in Georgetown. According to tender-opening minutes released by the National Procurement and Tender Administration Board (NPTAB), 19 contractors have submitted bids for the contract. Kaieteur News understands that the ministry has been constructing teaching blocks at several schools nationwide, as part of an effort to provide additional space and modern amenities to accommodate the growing student population.
Construction of Shed over Practical Work Area. Bidder
Amount Tendered
Arken Optimal Inc.
$44,024,750
Two Brothers Construction
$27,723,000
S.R Buildwise Solution & Supplies
$34,781,500
Eze Way Construction Inc
$39,548,500
R's Modern Construction and Supplies
$28,661,500
Kaiveri Procurement Logistics & Investments Inc.
$26,998,000
Below are the companies and their bids: Ministry of Education Construction of Teaching Block at Ascension Secondary.
Garnet Logistics & Contracting
$35,520,000
Superior Supplies and General Construction
$36,420,000
Fungenz Business Solutions
$44,124,750
Bidder
Amount Tendered
NP Contracting & Transportation Services
$42,286,500
Construct It Inc.
$145,324,000
$39,247,000
Fugenz Business Solutions
$238,405,400
Profab Plus Welding/Fabrication and General Contracting Services
AEA Enterprise JK Enterprise Inc.
$84,622,600 $241,305,400
I &S Sankar's Importers & Distributors
$34,188,000
Perfection Enterprise
$31,654,250
Garnet Logistics & Contracting
$179,686,075
R. Persid Construction
$23,741,500
$126,012,450
Construct It Inc.
$36,628,100
Trevon David Construction Service
$79,895,050
AEA Enterprise
$39,103,500
Profab Plus Welding/Fabrication and General Contracting Services
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JK Enterprise Inc
$42,840,000
Simcon Engineering Inc.
$22,425,500
K&D Contracting Services
$80,225,300
Randolph Taylor Construction
$31,098,500
NP Contracting & Transportation Services
$129,724,000
Westbrook Caribbean Inc
$26,133,500
Vangaurd Constructs Westbrook Caribbean Inc.
$156,761,250 $124,811,625
Oneika & Sons's Development
$26,347,750
Engineer’s Estimate
$44,518,500
Simcon Engineering Inc.
$104,922,800
Superior Supplies and General Construction
$70,738,600
Arken Optimal Inc
$237,805,400
I & S Sankar's Importers & Distributers
$180,941,075
Rishma And Sisters Enterprise R & R General Construction and Supplies
$105,930,700 $89,240,850
P.D. Contracting
$130,310,250
Engineer’s Estimate
$89,887,600
Z &H Investment Inc.
Regional Democratic Council of Region 10 Construction of Chain Link Fence, Doctors Quarters, Richmond. Bidder D.A.D Mineral Ventures & Logistics Inc. Top Tier Transportation, Logistics & Construction Services Engineer’s Estimate
Amount Tendered $14,776,781 $15,243,795 $15,933,792
From page 12 production of 6.3 million ounces of gold over the 18 years mine life, she said, “This PEA serves as an important milestone and provides a base from which we intend to advance the project on multiple fronts towards a feasibility study. As a past-producer, Omai has many benefits giving it a leg up to re-development, including highway access, a cleared site, an on-site airstrip, a tailings facility, known metallurgy, and the unique confidence that comes from a historical record of economic gold extraction.” She further outlined that Omai was able to deliver the PEA following the delivery of its fifth MRE update. Ellingham added that the PEA that supports the upcoming steps towards a feasibility study, and then onward to a potential production decision and construction. Moreover, she disclosed that the drilling at the mine has continued with five rigs and an additional 77 drill holes have already been completed at Wenot that are not included in the MRE that forms the basis of this PEA. Ellingham added, “This leaves room for further growth and optimisation. The Omai Gold team has consistently delivered for our stakeholders and with this PEA complete, we will continue to advance on a number of fronts towards our next ambitious milestones.” Meanwhile, Avalon in a statement on Wednesday afternoon pointed to the jobs that will be created for between 1,500 and 2,000 workers during construction and approximately 900 direct long-term jobs during operations and also create procurement opportunities for Guyanese businesses across transportation, construction, equipment services, engineering, accommodation, catering, maintenance and other support services. Jake Thomas, Avalon’s Director of Government and Community Relations said, “After five years of exploration, this Economic Study gives us a clearer picture of what a new OMAI could become. Our focus is on building a long-life operation that creates dependable skills development and career opportunities for Guyanese workers and businesses while contributing to the country’s broader economic development.” “We also recognise that scale brings responsibility. As the project advances, we will continue to work with regulators, communities and other stakeholders to ensure that environmental stewardship, safety and meaningful local participation are built into the development process.”
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2026 Republic Bank CPL…GAW vs. SLK
Valley Boys Sports and Cultural Warriors ease past Kings by 7 wkts Club over 50 cricket team to visit to keep momentum building Guyana for friendly matches - Dindyal hits classy 50
Man-of-the-match, fast-bowling allrounder Dwaine Pretorius continues to put the Warriors on his back. (Photo credit: CPL)
Mavendra Dindyal stroked a classy half-century to help set the tone for the Warriors chase. (Photo credit: CPL)
Guyana Amazon Warriors continued to build a nice win streak as they gained additional form and momentum following last night's 7-wicket win over the St. Lucia Kings which also took them to the top of the table, as action continues to heat up this season. The Kings were kept to 151-7 in 20 overs after Guyana's disciplined bowling unit strangled their top-order momentum early, Pacers, Dwaine Pretorius, who dismantled the opposition middle-order by picking up 329 and Guyanese speedster Shamar Joseph (2-25), were on point during their spells. Kings scoring efforts were led by Charith Asalanka (35), Matthew Forde 14 off 7 balls, Darren Nedd (17), Roston Chase (14), Ackeem Auguste (13) and Kamil Pooran (19). Saint Lucia struggled to break free against Joseph's late-inning pace variations while Pretorius, skipper Imran Tahir (1-22) and
Romario Shepherd (1-26). After a bit of back and forth with the rain, play resumed with Guyana looking to secure another and doing so, by reaching 157-3 in 18.1 overs despite Maheesh Theekshana (2-33). Openers Glenn Phillips (36) and Guyanese Mavendra Dindyal, who scored 50 off 51 (5x4 2x6), were the main pieces behind Guyana's push to take control of the match. Shai Hope (17) was out unfortunately but it cleared the way for a power-hitting exhibition from Shimron Hetmyer 26* off 11 balls (4x4 1x6) and Quentin Sampson (13*) with two sixes, who nailed 36 runs off just 9 balls which brought the deficit right down. The pair hit a new gear as they produced a whirlwind few last overs which saw fours and sixes raining in no space of time, eventually taking the Warriors to their second straight win this season. (Clifton Ross)
New Zealand and England claim semifinal spots in IMC Over-60s World Cup New Zealand and England Locked in Semi-Final Berths on Dramatic Day 7 of the IMC Over-60s World Cup delivered thrilling cricket, clarifying the semi-final picture. In Group B, New Zealand secured their spot in the semi-finals as the only unbeaten team after winning a last-over thriller against England by 4 runs. Batting first, New Zealand posted 148/9, led by Mason Robinson’s 42, while holding off England for 144 despite a stellar 5/47 bowling performance by Dean Askew. England also guaranteed their own semi-final berth despite the narrow loss. In the same group, Scotland shook up the standings by successfully knocking over the USA, chasing down a target of 129 to finish at 130/6. Meanwhile, Group A remains dominated by Australia, who stay unbeaten after five games and top the table with 10 points
following a dominant 82-run victory over Canada. Australia posted a massive 228/5, anchored by Tony Hickey’s unbeaten 60, before restricting Canada to 146/9. Pakistan and South Africa continue battling for the second-place spot after Pakistan secured a comfortable 6-wicket win, chasing down South Africa’s 133/8. Elsewhere, Sri Lanka dented Wales’ semi-final hopes by chasing down 185 to win by 5 wickets, and the West Indies defeated Zimbabwe by 6 wickets, fueled by Deonarine Deyal’s unbeaten 51. In individual tournament accolades, Canada’s Graham Castanheiro and New Zealand’s Mason Robinson remain neck and neck as the leading run-scorers. On the bowling front, West Indies’ Rajendra Dilraj holds the top spot with 13 wickets, closely chased by Scotland’s Imran Adrees.
One of Trinidad’s oldest community cricket institutions, Valley Boys Sports and Cultural Club, will be represented in Guyana by their over 50 cricket team. The 60 years old club will match up with several local over 50 teams. The tour opener will be against Everest Masters on Saturday August 22 from 12 noon. The game will be a T20 extravaganza followed by live entertainment provided by Caribbean Hot Shots Band. Former Trinidad national senior off spinner, Mukesh Persaud will lead the visitors while the Everest Masters will be spearheaded by Sahadeo Hardaiow, arguably the best over 50 batsman in the country. Hardaiow, is a former Essequibo junior and senior allrounder. Former Berbice inter county player,
Mukesh Prasad
Sahadeo Hardaiow
Luke Latif will also be on show, representing the touring team. That game will be sponsored by Trophy Stall, Blue Spring Water and Readymix Concrete Limited. The tour will continue as follows: Sunday 23 vs Parika
Defenders at Parika, Tuesday 25 vs Enterprise Sports Club at Enterprise, Wednesday 26 vs Windsor Forest at Windsor Forest, Friday 28 vs Canal No. 1 at Canal and the final match to be played at Anna Regina vs an Essequibo select team on Saturday 29th.
Suthar’s spin masterclass helps India beat Sri Lanka, and rain, in Galle cloud upstairs and we knew there was one big shower coming, so we didn’t want to delay the game. We were trying to get the wickets as quickly as we can.” Resuming on 84-4, Sri Lanka needed to bat out of their skin to save the match, possibly with some help from the weather. Skipper Dhananjaya de Silva (59) and Sonal Dinusha (84) struck fighting fifties and defied India with a 95-run stand ‘the fifth wicket until Ravindra Jadeja separated them. Once de Silva fluffed his sweep shot against Jadeja, India’s victory looked just a matter of time. Suthar missed a hat-trick but sent down a three-wicket over to take Sri Lanka hurtling towards defeat. Playing just his second test, the 24-year-old Manav Suthar celebrates another wicket in a denied Dinusha his second hundred of productive Test for him. (AFP/Getty Images) the match and ‘clean bowled Prabath Jayasuriya with the next delivery. Suthar sent back Lahiru Kumara with the final ball of that over and went on to dismiss Keshara Nuwantha in the same fashion to seal India’s victory. (Reuters) - Manav Suthar claimed six “I thought from the `second day onwards, second-innings wickets in a spin-bowling masterclass to fashion India’s 165-run in the we were in the game,” home captain de Silva opening test against Sri Lanka in Galle on said. “Boys fought hard, even in the fourth innings. It is not easy, but I thought it was a Wednesday. good game.” Suthar’s splendid ‘bowling Having set Sri Lanka a victory target of 372, India bowled out the hosts for 206 in the notwithstanding, teammate Devdutt Padikkal post-lunch session on the final day of the was adjudged player of the match for his contest, minutes before rain started at the majestic 167, which provided the bedrock of India’s first-innings 467. Galle International Stadium. The second and final test begins in Left-arm spinner Suthar (6-55) finished with a 10-wicket match haul as the tourists Colombo on Sunday. Scores: India 462 (Padikkal 167, Rahul grabbed a 1-0 lead ‘in the two-match series 82, Jayasuriya 4-109) and 193 (Pant 66, following their comprehensive victory in Asitha 4-31, Jayasuriya 3-43) beat Sri Lanka India’s 600th test. “Just relieved, honestly,” said India vice 284 (Dinusha 100, Dickwella 80, Suthar 4captain KL Rahul, summing up his team’s 76, Jadeja 3-57) and 206 (Dinusha 84, mood after the win. “We kept looking at the Dhananjaya 59, Suthar 6-55) by 165 runs.
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Classy Keemo scripts Kingsmen huge win
Keemo Paul stared with both bat and ball for the Jamaica Kingsmen. (CPL)
CPL - Keemo Paul delivered a superb all-round performance to inspire the Jamaica Kingsmen to their second consecutive win in the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL), as they defeated the St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots by 51 runs in front of a deafening crowd at Sabina Park. Paul starred with both bat and ball, first producing a career-best 65 from 36 balls to help the Kingsmen recover from a disastrous start at 0 for 2 inside the
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opening over from left-arm seamer Saurabh Netravalkar. His explosive acceleration, alongside captain Rovman Powell, powered a 99-run partnership and lifted the Kingsmen to 181 for 6 in their final home game of the tournament. Paul then returned with the ball to claim 3 for 30, while Andre Russell chipped in with 2 for 19 as the Kingsmen dismantled the Patriots, bowling them out for 130 with two overs to spare. The Kingsmen were immediately under pressure when Kirk McKenzie, fresh from a half-century in his previous outing, was given out first ball. The decision was overturned, but McKenzie was bowled off the very next delivery, chopping the ball back onto his stumps. Wanindu Hasaranga then turned the screws with an impressive spell, taking wickets in successive overs.
He could easily have added another when Powell edged his first delivery between the wicketkeeper and slip, with three close catchers waiting around the bat. With the Kingsmen in trouble, Powell and Paul set about rebuilding the innings. Their game-changing partnership steadied the hosts before a blistering finish produced 38 runs from the final two overs, with Paul doing the bulk of the damage to push the Kingsmen to an imposing total. The Patriots needed to attack from the outset, but their chase got off to a shaky start. Andre Fletcher struck a six before being dismissed in the opening over, setting the tone for what was to follow. Paul thought he had Johnson Charles caught off the first ball of his spell, only for the delivery to be called a no-ball for overstepping. He did not have to wait long for his first wicket, however, producing a perfect delivery
to remove Kyle Mayers and get his name on the scoresheet once again. The wickets continued to fall at regular intervals, with all of the Kingsmen bowlers playing their part. Only Kevin Wickham and Navin Bidaisee offered meaningful resistance, but with the required rate climbing beyond 12 an over, the Patriots were facing an increasingly impossible task. Bidaisee became the first batter to retire out in this year’s CPL as he attempted to keep the unlikely chase alive, but there was to be no miracle comeback. Russell and Paul fittingly returned to finish the job, sparking jubilant celebrations among the Sabina Park crowd. The victory moved the Kingsmen to second place with two valuable points, while the Patriots slipped to the bottom of the seven-team table.
Mount Sanai defeat Tucber Park in U12 cricket match
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Mount Sinai Cricket Club defeated Tucber Park Cricket Club (TPCC) by 6 wickets in an U12 cricket match in Berbice. Tucber Park Cricket Club (TPCC) batted first and were bowled out for 86 in 12 overs. Claymien Amsterdam with 18 was the top scorer. The Mount Sinai bowling was led by Melroy Grant with figures of 5-32 from 4 overs. He was supported by Alden Hope with 2 wickets while Justin Southwell picked up 1. In reply Mt. Sinai overall the score, reaching 87-4 in 10.5 overs with Alden Hope 24 and Justin Southwell unbeaten on 16 the top scorers. Bowling for TPCC, Claymien Amsterdam picked up 3 wickets. (Samuel Whyte)
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Thursday August 20, 2026
Umami $1,000,000 Cash Hole-in-One Challenge draws huge crowd at Westside Golf Course
The Umami $1M Hole-in-One drew a large number of pros and rookie golfers to the Greens. We s t s i d e G o l f C o u r s e witnessed an exciting day of golf and entertainment on Sunday as 57 players, supported by more than 100 enthusiastic spectators, turned out for the inaugural Umami $1,000,000 Cash Hole-in-One Challenge. The massive cash prize remained elusive, despite three players coming within inches of
GGA President Aleem Hussain alongside some of the golfers this past weekend.
making history and taking home the million-dollar jackpot. With the prize still unclaimed, Umami has announced that the $1,000,000 cash prize will be rolled over, with the next challenge date to be announced soon. Spectators were treated to an afternoon of impressive shots, dramatic near-misses and plenty of excitement as players attempted to
land the coveted hole-in-one on the island green. As the golfing action came to an end, the atmosphere continued into the evening with an impromptu session of music, games and entertainment led by popular Guyanese musician and newly converted golf enthusiast Tony Cutts. Representatives of Umami
expressed their delight with the tremendous turnout and participation, noting that the response to the inaugural challenge demonstrated the enormous appeal of the concept. Based on the level of participation, Umami indicated that the challenge will continue until the $1,000,000 prize is won. The event further highlighted the growing popularity of Westside
Golf Course, which has rapidly established itself as one of Guyana’s premier golf and entertainment destinations, offering guests great food at affordable prices, free access to golf and training, a relaxed familyfriendly atmosphere and an unrivalled ambiance that has attracted both experienced golfers and newcomers to the sport.
Shawn’s Mini Mart and Jaigobin Hotel back Essequibo Zone cash prizes in Lotto/Let’sBet T10 The Essequibo leg of the Lotto/Let’sBet One Guyana T10 Tapeball Blast received a major financial boost as corporate partners Shawn’s Mini Mart and Jaigobin Hotel officially came on board to sponsor the bulk of the cash incentive package for the zonal leg set for August 22–23. Under the new sponsorship backing, Shawn’s Mini Mart will fund the $500,000 first-place prize for the Essequibo Zone champions. Jaigobin Hotel will sponsor the $200,000 runner-up prize, alongside $50,000 payouts for each of the two losing semi-finalists. Scoop Ride Inc. also maintains its tournamentwide commitment by rewarding $25,000 to each of the four losing quarterfinalists. Highlighting the vital role of commercial partnerships in driving
Highlighting the vital role of commercial partnerships in driving regional tapeball development, One Guyana T10 representative Yusuf Ali extended sincere appreciation to the tournament’s latest backers. regional tapeball development, One Guyana T10 representative Yusuf Ali extended sincere appreciation to the tournament’s latest backers. “The backing from Shawn’s Mini Mart and Jaigobin Hotel underscores
the strong corporate faith in grassroots cricket across Essequibo,” Ali stated. “Their generosity ensures our players compete for meaningful financial rewards while delivering top-tier entertainment to local communities. We are
deeply grateful for their partnership as we continue building momentum toward the national finals.” The regional showdown bowls off on Saturday, August 22, across four venues: Pomona, Affiance, Hampton Court, and the
Anna Regina National Stadium. Action then shifts entirely to the Anna Regina National Stadium on Sunday, August 23, for the zonal finals starting at 14:30h. Admission is free to all
venues, with organisers urging families and local fans to turn out in full force to support their respective communities. The Essequibo victors will join earlier zonal champions Grillmaster Sip N Play All-Stars, who claimed the Berbice Zone title, and Mahdia (Movements Family), who prevailed in the East Bank/West Demerara Zone. Each zonal winner earns a crucial step toward defending home turf in the g r a n d n a t i o n a l championship on October 11. Following the conclusion of the Essequibo leg, the Lotto/Let’sBet One Guyana T10 Tapeball Blast will take a scheduled hiatus to accommodate the closing stages of the Caribbean Premier League, before resuming on September 26 for the Georgetown/East Coast Demerara Zone.
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Frozen Delight Brings a Cool Touch to the upcoming Archery Championships 2026 From left: Mr. Faraad Gani, Mrs. Bibi Amreeta Gani of Frozen Delights and Mrs. Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon, President of the National Archery Federation.
As Guyana prepares to welcome archers from across the Caribbean and beyond for the Caribbean D e v e l o p m e n t a l Championship (CDC) 2026 and the Inaugural Caribbean Championships, a thoughtful and refreshing contribution from Frozen Delight is set to bring a welcome taste of cool relief t o a t h l e t e s , o ff i c i a l s , volunteers and spectators. Frozen Delight, owned by Faraad and Bibi Amreeta Gani, has proudly committed to donating 300 popsicles per day throughout the fiveday championship, scheduled for October 22–26, 2026, at the Guyana National Stadium, Providence. T h a t m e a n s approximately 1,500 complimentary popsicles will be provided across the competition. And the timing could hardly be better.
Guyana is experiencing notably high temperatures this season, with recent reporting highlighting unusually hot conditions and increased demand for electricity. Climate data for the Providence area indicates that October can still bring substantial heat, with historical October temperatures reaching approximately 89–92°F (32–33°C) depending on the climate dataset and location reference. Archery is a sport of precision, patience and concentration. Athletes may spend hours on the field, while coaches, judges, volunteers, families and spectators contribute to the energy and atmosphere surrounding the competition. F r o z e n D e l i g h t ’s contribution recognises that the athlete experience extends beyond the shooting line.
In addition to the daily donation of 300 popsicles, Frozen Delight will have a variety of other frozen treats available for purchase by participants, supporters and visitors throughout the championship. The initiative is intended to encourage community spirit, provide refreshments and contribute to the overall enjoyment of what promises to be a landmark sporting event for Guyana and the Caribbean. Archery Guyana President and Local Organising Committee Chair, Vidushi PersaudMcKinnon, expressed appreciation for the contribution, noting that practical support such as this can make a meaningful difference to the experience of athletes and visitors. “We are extremely grateful to Faraad and Bibi Amreeta Gani and the Frozen Delight team for recognising that
GFF Under-14 Boys advance to CFU Challenge Series Semi-Finals after three consecutive wins The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) Under-14 Boys have secured their place in the semi-finals of the Caribbean Football Union (CFU) Under-14 Challenge Series following an impressive unbeaten run in the Group C, Tier II category. The squad completed the group stage with three consecutive victories, demonstrating both their attacking and defensive qualities, resilience and determination throughout the competition. Their performances have earned them a place in the semi-final round, which is scheduled
for Friday, August 21, as they continue their campaign in the Dominican Republic. Guyana defeated the Bahamas 1-0 in their latest match yesterday, with Wayshawn Forde netting the winner in the 65th minute. Across the three group-stage matches, Guyana scored 13 goals while conceding just two, highlighting the team’s attacking efficiency and defensive organisation. Forde emerged as a key contributor in front of the goal, while Vasconcellos also made a significant impact with four goals across the opening two matches.
sometimes the simplest contributions can make the biggest difference. With athletes competing outdoors in Guyana’s October heat, having a cold treat waiting for them is going to be very welcome indeed!” Vidushi went on to state: “ We w a n t p e o p l e t o remember not only the competition, but the warmth of the welcome they received in Guyana. Frozen Delight is helping us do exactly that.... quite literally bringing a little coolness to the Archery Championship!” According to Mrs. Bibi
Amreeta Gani, “For Frozen Delight, the contribution is about more than selling frozen treats. It is about giving back, supporting sport and helping create a memorable experience for the wider community.” Mr. Faraad Gani stated: “Being involved in archery has shown me how much goes into creating a successful competition, not only from the athletes, but from coaches, officials, volunteers, parents and sponsors. We wanted to contribute in a practical way and help make the
Championship a memorable experience for everyone. Supporting sport is about supporting the entire archery community around it.” The organisers warmly welcome Frozen Delight as a supporter of the Archery Championships 2026 and thank the Gani family for helping to make the championship a little sweeter.... and considerably cooler. Because after a few hours under the Guyanese sun, nothing says “welcome to Guyana” quite like a frozen treat!
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2026 MOE/Beharry Secondary School’s T20 U19 cricket tournament…Abram Zuil vs. Annandale Secondary Qualifier
Persaud (4-11), helps Annandale punch spot in finals after skipping to 7-wicket win
Abram Zuil celebrates an Annandale wicket during the first Qualifier of the MOE and Beharry Secondary Schools Cricket tournament at Enterprise Ground yesterday.
All-round Annandale Secondary skipped to an easy 7 wicket victory over Abram Zuil yesterday during their Qualifier match played at the Enterprise Ground, led by some dynamic bowling from spinner Akeem Persaud who bagged 4 wickets to help his school book their place for next week’s finals. Winning the toss and batting first didn’t go well for Abram Zuil, who had been struggling as a team over the last few games, this time finding themselves shot down for 87-10 after 19 overs which led to another low-scoring yet exciting battle. Despite leaking 19 extras, the Annandale bowling still remained effective as the trio of Match MVP and one of Guyana’s brightest youth prospects Persaud bagged 4-11, backed by Sanjay Dindyal (3-14) and skipper Joshua Bollers (2-32). The collective effort by the three bowlers kept wickets tumbling around Abram Zuil’s top-scorer
Akeem Persaud collecting his Man-of-the-match award from tournament coordinator Azizi Christiani. Marcanthony Obermuller (30) who hit 5 fours before being removed. With a small target in sight, Annandale eventually cruised to 88-3 in 16 even overs after Bollers played a Captain’s knock with 32 off 39 balls (3x4), before Ruel Dindyal took over the match with a boundary-less 29 not out; which saw his team over the line with overs to spare. MVP candidate with the bat this tournament, Ravid Fredericks (1-15) failed with
the bat earlier but tried to keep Abram Zuil in the game, alongside efforts from Joash Inniss (1-9) and Rhonel Nurse (1-14); which in the end came up short. Meanwhile, all eyes will turn to Tuesday 25th August where Annandale will look to pull out one more huge win when they square off against the mighty Berbice Educational Institute (BEI) in the highly-anticipated finals which will be hosted at the Queen’s College Ground.
Tucber Park Cricket Club whip Albion Community Centre to become Berbice U19 Cricket Champions Tucber Park Cricket Club (TPCC) of New Amsterdam defied the odds when they defeated the much favoured Albion Community Centre to win the U19 cricket competition in Berbice. In the final which was played at the Albion Community Centre Ground, Tucber Park made light work of the favourites winning by 57 runs in the 50 0ver encounter. Batting first Tucber Park posted 150. Their inning was led by Captain and wicket keeper batsman Thiery Henry who led from the front with a captain’s knock of 34. All-rounder Gilbert Griffith supported well with 27. Bowling for ACCCC the wickets were shared by D. Lallbehari 2/7, F. Baksh 2/32 and J. Gobin 2/24. In reply the ACCCC batting lineup could not cope with the penetrative pace and spin bowling of the TPCC and were skittled out for 93. Only R. Lallbehari with 23 offered some resistance. Bowling for the champion TPCC fastbowler Jayhayden Rohlehr bagged a match best 4/14. He was supported by National U 19 leftarm spinner Gilbert Griffith who rounded out a fine all round match performance with 4/21. National U19 fast-bowler Micah Amsterdam 1/24 and Shamar Thomas 1/6 supported well. Gilbert Griffith was adjudged the man of the match. (Samuel Whyte)
Captain and wicket keeper batsman Thiery Henry top scored with 34.
Guyana standby U19 pacer Jayhayden Rohlehr bagged a match best 4-14.
Guyana U19 all-rounder Gilbert Griffith was adjudged man-of-the-match for the outstanding performance.
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St. Lucia boxing team ready to make mark at Caribbean Schoolboys and Juniors Championships St. Lucia is set to make its presence felt at the 2026 Caribbean Schoolboys and Juniors Boxing Championships, with a four-member team arriving in Guyana determined to give a strong account of itself when competition gets underway today at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall. The championships, hosted by the Guyana Boxing Association (GBA), will run from today, Thursday through Saturday and feature young boxers from across the Caribbean. President of the St Lucia Boxing Association, David ‘Shakes’ Christopher, said his country was pleased to be represented at an event he described as an important fixture on the regional boxing calendar. “In fact, it is a staple for many countries in the Caribbean, so I want to wish the GBA all the best and a successful tournament,” Christopher said. Leading St Lucia’s contingent will be 17-year-old Alex Nacham, who will compete in the 60kg category. He will be joined by Orlando Monrose, also 17, who will contest the 70kg division. Another 17-year-old, Daniel Martins, will compete in the 75kg category, while 13-year-old Nervon Mederick will box in the 33kg class.
Christopher said St Lucia has consistently supported the championships over the years, although the island traditionally travelled with a larger delegation. He explained that the reduced team this year is largely due to the demands placed on Caribbean boxing programmes by a busy international calendar, with several countries coming off campaigns at the Central American and Caribbean Games and the Commonwealth Games. Christopher also acknowledged the financial challenges affecting several national associations, which have made participation difficult for some countries. “We see ourselves as a boxing family; Guyana and St Lucia, so it was important for us to be represented,” Christopher said. St Lucia will join visiting teams from St Maarten, Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados, Antigua and Barbuda, Curaçao, The Bahamas and Suriname at the championships. The tournament has been held in honour of Guyanese boxing great Winfield Braithwaite since 2016. Braithwaite won Commonwealth Games gold for Guyana in 1978 and remains an important figure in the country’s boxing history.
The St. Lucia boxing team ready to make its presence felt at the 2026 Caribbean Schoolboys and Juniors Boxing Championships.
2026 MOE/Beharry Secondary School’s T20 U19 cricket tournament…
Abram Zuil vs. Annandale Secondary Qualifier
Persaud (4-11), helps Annandale punch spot in finals after skipping to 7-wicket win 2026 Republic Bank CPL…GAW vs. SLK
Warriors ease past Kings by 7 wickets to keep momentum building - Dindyal hits classy 50
Shimron Hetmyer finished the match with a flurry of boundaries.
Quentin Sampson muscled a few sixes at the backend of the game.
GFF Under-14 Boys advance to CFU Challenge Series Semi-Finals after three consecutive wins
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