After much strain and struggle, all of the countries in the Caribbean – with the notable exception of Haiti – are now classified as “Middle Income Countries” (MICs). This classification impacts not only on their ability to receive concessional loans from the World Bank, but evidently their empirical bases affect their growth prospects. Specifically, it has been demonstrated that it can lead to some MICs being ensnared in a “middle income trap,” that prevents them from graduating into “high income” status. After WWII, the World Bank estimates that of 101…
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Jagdeo was honoured for his outstanding work on environment – University of Lancashire
Former President Bharrat Jagdeo The University of Central Lancashire has announced that former President Bharrat Jagdeo was awarded an honorary doctorate degree solely on his outstanding contribution to sustainability and environmental issues. Contrary to claims in certain sections of the media that the award was linked to a UK professor who applied for the vice chancellor post at the University of Guyana, the university in a statement explained that the former president was nominated for the award in 2011 by Deputy Vice Chancellor Professor Dave Phoenix. Further, the UK professor…
Read MoreGuyana’s Justice sector made great strides in 2012
The current administration has long realised that the modernisation of its laws and an effectively functioning justice system bear a causal relationship to economic development and, ultimately the advancement of its people. And, it is against this background that the Administration has made continuous strides over the years to ensure Guyanese have a fair and ready access to justice. In this regard, the government spent more than Gy$1.7B in 2011 for the continued development of the sector and this year, approximately Gy$2.1B was allocated. Attorney General and Minister of Legal…
Read MoreIndigenous peoples are at the centre of govt’s development agenda – Minister Sukhai
Minister of Amerindian Affairs Pauline Sukhai during a recent three-day outreach to Region 9 assured residents that government has heeded their calls because indigenous peoples have always been at the centre of development. Minister Sukhai accompanied by Permanent Secretary Nigel Dharamlall and liaison officer Yvonne Pearson visited Taushida, Wowetta and Surama, where residents had the opportunity to interact with the team. Minister Sukhai took the opportunity to enlighten residents of Taushida of some of the Ministry’s functions. She stated that the ministry is considered the focal point that facilitates and…
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Gov’t mulls contempt of court proceedings against GCB
– Injunction remains in force, says AG By Rajiv Bisnauth Following the Guyana Cricket Board’s move to regularise some issues affecting the administration of cricket in Guyana, Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall said that the government is mulling contempt of court proceedings against the GCB members. The GCB executive on Tuesday last indicated that they are moving to set up a committee in order to repair the fractured Demerara Cricket Board (DCB), which was split into two factions in 2011, among other issues affecting the sport…
Read MorePraise for Powell after good year
Bridgetown, Barbados –Following his recent excellent showing in the Test series in Bangladesh, West Indies batsman Kieran Powell has come in for high praise from the Directors and Management of the Sagicor West Indies High Performance Centre. The 22-year-old left-handed opening batsman was among the first group of players to join the Sagicor WIHPC in 2010. During his period in the WICB developmental programme, he demonstrat ed his talent on the field and made his Test debut last year–while still a member of the Sagicor WIHPC. Powell blossomed in Bangladesh…
Read MoreNo evidence of ball tampering by Australia, says ICC
ICC match referee Chris Broad has said there was no evidence to suggest that the condition of the ball had been changed by Australia during the Hobart Test, after Sri Lanka had expressed concerns over alleged tampering. Broad said the umpires had reviewed the video footage and will not lay charges. “The umpires frequently inspect the ball during play, and did so again after they had reviewed the video footage in question on Sunday [third day]. They found no evidence to suggest that the condition of the ball had been…
Read MoreFirst Lady hosts Christmas party for children
The gates of State House were opened on Wednesday to hundreds of children from Tiger Bay, Albouystown, Coldingen, Mahaica and other villages in Region 4 where they were treated to presents, goodies, face painting, games, dancing and singing. The children’s party is a part of a series being held by the First Lady’s Foundation for the Promotion of the Positive Family. First Lady, Mrs. Deolatchmee Ramotar recognised that Christmas is a time for families especially children, and the party was to ensure that they experience that element of giving in…
Read MoreGuyana Learning Channel to extend signal in 2013
By Lakhram Bhagirat Head of the Guyana Learning Channel, Dr Seeta Shah Roath Amidst criticism of its content, the Guyana Learning Channel (GLC) said that as part of its 2013 mandate, plans are in train to extend its signal to capture a nationwide audience. Some parents are questioning the content the channel airs and its entire operational procedure. The Educational Television Broadcasting Service (ETBS) Channel 80, was officially launched on April 1, 2011, but was later renamed the Guyana Learning Channel, the same month. The objective of the channel is…
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