Month: February 2018

Journey to discovering my Chinese Ancestry

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By Chevon Lim There are many reasons why people might start to trace their ancestors. It could be that they are trying to find out something about a grandparent, an interest in history or (most likely) just a curiosity about who their ancestors were and whether they had had inherited any characteristics or skills. For many people, however, it is not until they start working on their family history that they realise just how it can have very positive effects on their lives and how they feel about themselves. Genealogy…

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Back to the future: Peripherilising Indians

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By Ravi Dev There are some who, when they become advanced in years, do not think anymore; they merely remember. This is particularly dangerous when those who lead a country, such as in Guyana today, fall prey to this tendency; since they merely repeat initiatives that may not only be inappropriate in the present circumstances, but may have actually failed in their first incarnation. One of the prevalent beliefs in the African Guyanese community, occasioned by the PNC’s accession to office in 1964, was that Indian Guyanese controlled the economy,…

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Linden’s Brandon Harding crowned Carib Soca Monarch 2018

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Lindener Brandon Harding was, in the wee hours of Sunday, crowned Carib Soca Monarch 2018 after outshining his nine other finalists at Durban Park, Georgetown. The young man, who now resides in St. Lucia with his family, returned to Guyana to enter into the Carib Soca Monarch, which was on pause for two years. The return of the monarch saw new talent being exposed, thus giving the artistes a chance to showcase same to the world. Winning the monarch was the expectation of the young Harding who, before the commencement…

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ERC members finally sworn-in

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Seven years after the Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) became inoperable, President David Granger on Thursday morning swore in the new members of the organisation during a simple ceremony at State House. The new members were identified as Pastor John Smith from the Christian community; Rajkumarie Singh from the Hindu community; Roshan Khan from the Muslim community; Norris Witter from the labour movement; Norman McLean, the Private Sector representative; Deodat Persaud for youth organisations; Ruth Howard for women’s organisations; Ashton Simon for Amerindian groups; Barrington Braithwaite for African groups and Neaz…

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Guyana’s sovereignty under threat – Jagdeo

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Guyana’s Opposition Leader Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has said that he has received information from a source that would suggest that there is a real threat to Guyana and its sovereignty from neighbouring Venezuela. Jagdeo told a media conference on Thursday that he feels that the Government is also aware of this treat and is urging the Administration to inform the Guyanese people. The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) General Secretary said he doesn’t feel he should be the one to inform the nation about this issue. President David Granger recently visited…

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President Trump congratulates Guyana on 48th Republic Anniversary

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The following letter was sent to President David Granger on behalf of the people of the United States, according to the US Embassy in Georgetown: “Congratulations to you and the people of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana on the occasion of your 48th Republic Day, February 23. The United States of America takes pride in its partnership with the Cooperative Republic of Guyana. We value your ongoing contributions to regional security and look forward to working with you on the development of your natural resources for the benefit of the…

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‘Holder must go!’

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As Wales sugar workers continued to decry the challenges they are facing since the closure of the Estate, the former employees, their family members and other supporters once again protested the refusal of the Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuCo) to give them severance pay as they called for Agriculture Minister Noel Holder’s removal. “Who must go? Holder must go,” was the resounding call by the ex-employees on Wednesday as they gathered outside the Ministry of the Presidency (MotP) and Ministry of Agriculture. The former employees made it clear that they must…

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Eastman rides to historic R&R double

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Team Cocos talisman Hamzah Eastman showed great strength and stamina to crown a fruitful weekend on the saddle winning the R&R International double. The historic double began on Saturday in the National Park when Hamza Eastman (2nd place in photo) had to battle hard to get to the front In the process, he successfully defended his road race title on Sunday making it the first time in the event’s 27-year history that a rider has won it back to back. The race which started at Schoonord, West Bank Demerara and…

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Yadram headlines 2017 EBSC Awards ceremony

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The Enterprise Busta Sports Club (EBSC) 2017 awards ceremony was dominated by West Indies Under-19 all-rounder Bhaskar Yadram and local batting star Vivian Albert; who snared majority of the awards. Yadram, the 18 year-old West Indies U19 player who was a part of the team during the recently concluded ICC Youth World Cup in New Zealand, walked away with the coveted Cricketer-of-the-Year award, along with three others. The hard-hitting opener was rewarded for his many strides including; his selection to the Guyana senior team and the West Indies Youth side,…

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4 countries, 14 bouts billed for February 25

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Plans are going full steam for the Guyana Boxing Association (GBA) in conjunction with McDonald Promotions Patrick Ford Memorial boxing card slated for February 25 at the National Gymnasium. The card initially was slated for February 17 but GBA President Steve Ninvalle told Guyana Times International Sport flight issues caused the date to be shifted but confirmed fighters from St. Lucia, Suriname and Trinidad and Tobago will attend. Fourteen bouts, two of which are female fights are carded for the event which is being laced with many eyes due to…

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