The sixth edition of the Guyana Fashion Weekend (GFW) is set to take centre stage when it is launched on August 4 at the Herdmanston Lodge in an evening of jazz, fashion and art. The GFW 2013 designers and models will be introduced to the public in a special choreographed display put together by a very professional team. Food art at its best will be introduced by Kester Robinson, who attended Carnegie and was the first runner-up in ‘Cutting Style’ a few years ago at Duke Lodge. The culinary and…
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A Distinct Signature Derek Moore continues to make his mark on fashion with new collection
Derek Moore’s newest collection, Signature, was a notable feature at the recently launched and newly-formed Guyana Fashion Designers Council fashion event, held at the Umana Yana. The veteran designer told Guyana Times Sunday Magazine that his collection showcases his ability to pay attention to details, consequently creating a “signature” look. The collection has more than 20 designs offering a distinct look for the urbane man and chic woman. “My next project is the Miss Guyana Universe beauty pageant. This is where you will get to see another side of my…
Read MoreArtist Raimund Rausch: Art is therapeutic to me
Raimund Angelo Rausch is the newest trending artist on the local art scene. His pieces are vibrant and speak of his everyday experience with life. Speaking with Guyana Times Sunday Magazine, the artist said during his childhood days, he was always intrigued by the drawings by one of his good friends. His friend was always sketching superheroes and preparing show cards for his mother, a nursery school teacher. “So one day, long after my constant box figure sketches, I got the comic book “Ghost Rider- A Spirit Reborn” and I…
Read MoreGuyanese-born doctor receives prestigious Canadian award
Overseas-based Guyanese Dr Narendra Singh, a pioneer in paediatrics locally and internationally, has been awarded for his significant contributions in providing outstanding patient care. He has been awarded the Prix d’excellence/Specialist of the Year, which was established to recognise Fellows of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in good standing, who have made significant contributions in providing outstanding patient care to their patients and the community in which they practice. The nominee must be a role model for excellence in patient care, and this is what Dr…
Read MoreMaking music Overseas-based Guyanese singer Maiko Watson is inspired by life
Award winning singer/songwriter Maiko Watson brings a fresh take on soul music. The Guyanese artiste’s sweet vibes have earned her numerous awards and this has motivated her to continue to up her game in the music industry. Watson left Guyana when she was just a few months old. Growing up, as she continually learnt about her heritage she appreciated it even more. At age 13, she first returned to her homeland. Here she had many fond memories of meeting her cousins, since she and her sister did not have much…
Read MoreEmpowering youths to be leaders
The Caribbean Youth Environment Network (CYEN), a non-profit, civil society, charitable body, focuses its resources on empowering young people and their communities to develop programmes and or actions to address socio-economic and environmental issues. The CYEN programme aims at addressing issues like poverty alleviation and youth employment, health and HIV/AIDS, climatic changes and global warming, impact of natural disasters/hazards, improvement in potable water, conservation and waste management and other natural resource management issues. Viewing youth as an important and critical development resource, CYEN is dedicated to developing strategies to engage…
Read MoreGuyanese elected secretary of Caribbean accountancy institute
Former Institute of Chartered Accountants of Guyana (ICAG) President Khalil Alli has been elected secretary of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of the Caribbean (ICAC). Alli is a partner with the firm of Jack A Alli, Sons & Company and served as president of the local arm of the accounting institute from 2008 to 2011. Alli told the Guyanese media on Tuesday that he was optimistic about the new post and looked forward to serving with pride and professionalism. The senior accountant noted that his task would be to promote…
Read MoreStar of the week: Alana Benjamin
Guyana Times International ran into this stunningly gorgeous, international model at GUYEXPO 2013 (NY) a few days ago. Daughter of a proud Guyanese mother, the Trinidad and Tobago born model was part of the dynamic lineup of Guyanese designers; Sonia Noel and Gem Fraser, who jointly staged a high-octane fashion show in support of GUYEXPO 2013 on Saturday, June 29th, at the Queens College campus. Alana ripped the runway alongside Miss Guyana World 2012, Arti Cameron, and other models including Marieme Diop of Senegal, and Delven Adams of Guyana. This…
Read MoreGuyana seeking to deepen relations with South American counterparts
President Donald Ramotar said even though Guyana remains committed to the Caribbean Community (Caricom), it recognises the common aspiration to deepen integration with South American countries. Speaking at the 45th Summit of the Southern Common Market (MERCOSUR) in Montevideo, Uruguay, where Guyana was accepted as an associate member of the organisation, Ramotar said the new-found partnership is another step in that direction. “It is my belief that the bridge between the South and the Caribbean is getting stronger as both Guyana and Suriname are members of Caricom, Union of South…
Read MoreGovt discusses development plans with Region Nine officials
Indigenous leaders from Region Nine were assured of government’s commitment to further develop the lives of hinterland residents when they met with Natural Resources and Environment Minister Robert Persaud at the St Ignatius Benab on July 12. Accompanied by senior officials of the ministry’s various sub-agencies, Minister Persaud told the more than 50 toshaos and village representatives that the workshop was aimed at informing residents about the developments earmarked for Region Nine, and the need to work together to take their communities forward along the path of sustainable development, especially…
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