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EDITORIAL
WATCHDOG OF THE PEOPLE’S INTEREST Just over a week ago, Kaieteur News joined hundreds of media houses in the United States and around the world to condemn, in the strongest possible terms, U.S. President Donald Trump’s vicious attacks on the free press. Mr. Trump’s conduct has gone far beyond the margins of fair comment, and is unbecoming for the office of the presidency. Long before becoming president, Trump ridiculed the press, even mocking a reporter with a disability. Once in power, he began a nasty campaign against media houses. He continually labels them as the enemy of the people, attacks specific networks and reporters, and dismisses incisive reporting as fake news. His actions have increased the likelihood of harm being inflicted on journalists. Many people believe, and rightly so, that the press is not the enemy of the people. Rather, the real enemies of the people are those who heap scorn on journalists whose work it is to serve the public interest. The contempt and disregard for the press by Mr. Trump and others of his ilk is beyond comprehension. The media is the watchdog of the people’s interest due to its constant exposure of the abuse of power, corruption and other illegalities by public officials. It is considered the Fourth Estate or fourth power because it wields an indirect but significant influence on society, especially on the political system. The fourth estate encompasses the journalists who report the news. The term fourth estate was derived from the traditional European concept of the three estates of the realm: the clergy, the nobility, and the commoners. In politics, the term fourth estate was first used by political theorist and philosopher, Edmund Burke in 1787, during a debate in the British Parliament to accentuate the freedom of the press. In the United States, Canada and many European countries, the fourth estate is considered the fourth power in a system of government in which the three separated powers are the legislature, an executive and a judiciary. The term fourth estate is contrasted with the fourth branch of government in the traditional states in the European and English systems of government which have no direct equivalents in modern American government. It has also been used to describe a political, institutional or societal force whose influence is not officially or consistently recognized. The press or the fourth estate usually observes the political process to make sure the participants in government do not abuse their power or exploit the democratic system. It plays a crucial role in the outcome of political issues and in shaping the course of politics in democratic societies. It is viewed as an important force in government, in the sense that it holds public officials accountable for their actions and behaviour. We in Guyana are very fortunate to have freedom of the press. It is a freedom we hold dear and jealously guard. There have been dark times in our post-independence history when freedom of the press has been subjected to serious challenges. But the degree of animosity and vitriol currently emanating from the White House is something we in Guyana are yet to witness and, hopefully, never will. There is good reason to compare Mr. Trump’s behaviour to those of dictators who have used similar methods to close down independent media houses. A free media provides an opportunity for all to air their story or grievance. It is only when this delicate balance is maintained that we can hope to find the truth. It is not for us to intervene in the affairs of the United States, but on a matter as universally important as press freedom, we strongly urge President Trump to take a cue from Graham Greene, who once said, “Don’t despise your enemies, they have a case”.
Is this interference by the UK High Commissioner? Dear Editor, There are two articles involving the UK’s High Commissioner, His Excellency Gregory Quinn that I wish to comment on. The first was published on Sunday, August 26, in the newspaper that no one reads, and captioned: “Progress seen in security reform”; and the second was published the day before in the Kaieteur News with the caption: “UK getting “value for money” in SOCU’s operation – British envoy”. On the first, let me make it pellucidly clear that I support the High Commissioner’s concerns that “…there is an understanding that the police infrastructure is not always as good as it should be, and some of the conditions that ranks are living in are really not what they should be and you know you have to treat the ranks and officers properly; and I think that can be done very quickly and very easily.” He is right on this one. For although the PPP/C government had secured two large loans (Citizen Security 1 and 2) to alleviate this problem, the implementation has been slow by the Granger adminis-
tration. I also agree that overall standards of the Guyana Police Force (GPF) need to be raised, and that “police officers and ranks are adequately accommodated, trained and equipped.” These are the undisputed urgent needs of our men and women in uniform, as urgent as providing them with a decent livable income to reduce the temptation of taking bribes or getting involved with more lucrative but illegal activities. I urge the Granger administration to honor its campaign pledge to the police, and give them the 20% increase they were promised. In the article, High Commission Quinn expressed concern that a security plan prepared by the United Kingdom’s Security Reform Programme Senior Adviser, Colonel Russell Combe has been gathering cobweb on President Granger’s desk since last January. But despite this, it seems that this program is being “rolled out at a slow pace”. This is alluded to by the High Commissioner who said he is aware that “progress is being made in the areas of
training, finance, aviation, and maritime.” As a member of the Parliamentary Oversight Committee of the Security Sector, I have repeatedly asked the Minister of Public Security about the Combe’s report, and all he can say is that it is with the President and will be released soon. Minister Ramjattan must now explain to the nation, how is it that a foreign representative have knowledge that the Combe Security Plan is being “rolled out at a slow pace” when it has not yet been given the approval of Cabinet, and the document has not been seen nor approved by Parliament for its implementation? In the Kaieteur News article of August 25, the British High Commissioner is reported to have made a statement which I find to be very curious and frankly, disturbing. He said the United Kingdom is getting value for money as it relates to the operation of the Special Organised Crime Unit (SOCU), under the guidance of his countryman and Financial Investigations Advisor to SOCU, Dr. Sam Sittlington.
Responding to questions from the press at his residence on Friday, August 24th, Greg Quinn is quoted as saying, “It is not for SOCU to decide when and if a prosecution should move forward and I KNOW (emphasis mine) that SOCU has done a lot of investigation on a whole range of subject… all SOCU can do is put forward good cases and I think if you ask Sam he would say they have been doing that. SOCU is doing its job.” Mr. Editor, in a previous letter, I had expressed concern over the level of interference in our domestic affairs by the UK High Commissioner and Dr. Sittlington, whose role is still undefined as he has been seen active in operational investigations. The UK Envoy spoke as though he knows about the quality of the work being done by SOCU. Apart from the fact that he is Sittlington’s friend, any reasonable person would assume that Quinn could only make that assessment if he has access to confidential documents informing him on the extent and contents of investigations taking place at (Continued on page 6)
ACDA should campaign for swift return of National Service Dear Editor, In a letter published, the ACDA is supporting Professor Clive Thomas’s proposal for cash handouts from the expected windfall from oil revenues. In an earlier letter, I complimented Professor Thomas for his stewardship but I proposed the following seven (7) areas be dealt with instead of cash remittances. -Make our educational system solid and top class geared to produce that new Guyana person we talked about even before Independence. A system that allows us to cope with a fast advancing scientific and technological world, but moreover to fashion a curriculum similar to what was put in place for the first batches of President College in 1985. The students engaged in several sports and cultural activities, including music, swimming, equestrian skills, producing their own food and mixing with ordinary people in the contiguous communities. At the same time pursuing the highest academic standards, truly a school of excellence. Every school in Guyana with appropriate modifications based on several factors should aim for lev-
els of excellence. Attention to be paid to our university, technical and teacher training institutions. This means a massive injection of resources into buildings, grounds, training, laboratories, etc. Finally, let us fulfill the dream and passion of Linden Forbes Sampson Burnham to make education free from kindergarten to university. -Increase post-haste salaries of the security services, educators including teachers and medical personnel. This should be non-negotiable. -Provide a state-of-the-art health service where complex surgical and medical procedures are available to all, either free or at an affordable cost. -Retool NIS, so that we make good the objective of those of us who first conceived and implemented the National Insurance Scheme. And so for example, remove the present absurdity where health care benefits are available to contributors up to sixty years of age, but not available beyond sixty, when you are more than likely to be in need of medical health support. Both the Late Dr. Gladstone Mitchell and I inveighed against this oddity.
-Have an ongoing massive clean-up in urban and rural areas. This will provide jobs, training and to develop a sense of pride in our surroundings and teaching people to love and care for their neighbours. -Provide delightful holiday resorts at affordable rates so that young and old can share in the natural beauty and charm, of our country with magnificent things to see. -A retooled-remigration scheme, geared to encourage young and experienced professionals to return home to contribute to development. This should include second generation Guyanese. In addition, I hereby suggest that we identify safe and secure financial investments overseas, so that the money will ‘work’ for us. We can have regular draw downs. Such funds can be used to elevate those who are now trapped in the vicious cycle of poverty. Be reminded that in Guyana, we have instances of poverty among all ethnic groups. I plead with my friends in ACDA and other Afro-based organisations to rethink this simplistic solution- it will achieve little save as a ‘one time belly full.’ What I suggest is thisACDA should demand that
some of the new money be made available in order for them to expand the commendable training of young people, which they started some time ago. You see the wisest of all, LFS Burnham took the portfolio of education in 1953, because he understood the value of education and training to help the disadvantaged as a way to make the small man a real man and to therefore, realize some level of equality. The problem from antiquity has been that some folks begin life, at a disadvantage, primarily, due to a lack of educational and recreational opportunities. This disallows them to optimize their inherent talent, preventing them from climbing up to the higher rungs of the ladder of life. I further suggest to ACDA that they launch a campaign to deal with an awkward justice system, which throws our young men and women into prison for a few ‘joints’ while those who rape and plunder millions are welcome guests at cocktail parties. Additionally, ACDA should campaign for the swift return of National Service (a costly exercise). Our month celebration of Emancipation is good but we (Continued on page 5)
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Society must also stop failing criminals Dear Editor, I would like to dwell on a letter, which captions “Give ghetto youths a ladder to climb out of that des p a i r “ b y D r. M a r k Devonish, so as to put the murderous crime situation that has engulfed this country into perspective. The world needs to be informed that in this country, cold-hearted bandits chronically kick down the doors of helpless citizens to gain access to their homes to brutalize, rob and murder them. Of course, such a problem tarnishes our national image, divides Guyanese and destroys our economy among endless destruction. So there is nothing good about crime. Also, I would like to remind Dr. Devonish that the majority of Guyanese never fall into crime even though Guyana is poverty stricken and many communities can be described as ghettolike. If anything, poverty should at least instinctively drive Guyanese into survival mode to unite as one, to work hard, to make sacrifice, to penny-pinch, to show empathy and to respect others but never to engage in inhumanity. And most Guyanese have been doing exactly this. I remember how my family made our meals without oil and various necessary ingredients to cut cost and to save money for our house rent which was our priority. Also, I remember walking miles and miles to and from my school even in bad weather so that I hold onto money to buy school supplies etc. And in spite that we had very little, we tried our best to save for a rainy day In short, we handle poverty though thrifty means, personal sacrifice and hard work. Such values enable us to survive on our own sweat and I am extremely proud of this. So Dr. Devonish, even if we did not raid trash cans like you did, it does not mean that our lives are great.
We also never entertain the idea of doing crime because we are cultured to see crime as inhumane and shameful. These are part of our value system that steer us away from crime. And in the face of our difficulties, I am understandably angry that we also become victims of brutal criminals who are nothing but lawless bullies. This then sparks all sorts of logical questions, including why is it that only some Guyanese fall into crime and the majority of us don’t, even though we are all sailing in rough waters? And the answer primarily lies in the differences in our values, not poverty. Examples of this analysis are practically seen everywhere in this country. Editor, just look around you and you will see that most Guyanese lives in poverty but only a fraction goes into crime and destroy this country. Any behaviorist would agree that human behaviors are driven by good and bad moral values. Good moral values entail: respecting others, working hard for success and living off of one’s own sweat. Bad moral values are the opposite. Through survival instincts and experience, humans know that it takes good moral values to survive under conditions of poverty and to successfully climb out of it. Also, nature has designed and engineered humans with the most complex and sophisticated intellectual power house known as the human brain to intelligibly self-construct mental ladders with good moral values to exert appropriate behaviors necessary to survive in poverty and to climb above it as decent human beings with a conscience. Good moral values drive adaptive behaviors necessary for survival but sadly and unfortunately, criminals fail to make the connection. Moreover, criminals are heavily influenced by bad
values which drive them into crime. Even though our brains are highly capable of instantly generating infinite survival strategies in response to poverty, crime can’t be one of them because it results in harm, death, and destruction. Crime is highly abnormal. Take for example; we all watched how five criminals were instantly killed in a brazen robbery about a month ago. And, just about a week ago, we witnessed how a hard working cheese vendor was senselessly gunned down for his own sweat. Moreover, we witness daily how criminals brutalize, rape and murder hardworking citizens in the most inhumane ways for their sweat. Humankind is efficiently designed for survival and this means that criminal behaviors will be forced into extinction by the forces of survival. Of course, this will be realized under a Government who respects its people enough to set zero tolerance on such a destructive behavior. But for now, the crime rate continues to climb because our Government refuses to understand the crime dynamics. And also its silence on this problem is certainly an endorsement. At this juncture, another relevant and important question needs to be addressed: So why crimi-
nals fail to see good values as necessary tools required to handle poverty? Unfortunately, the reality is that criminals are created by the wrong values they internalize primarily from caregivers who are most often parent figures and members of our larger society. Often than not, criminals are raised in dysfunctional and broken homes where bad values are instilled and reinforced. Also, members of society including politicians and local activists send the wrong message to criminals by remaining silent when criminals murder hardworking Guyanese but become activated when criminals are taken down by the police. This has got to be hypocrisy to the max. Where is the logic in this? This is unkind to every Guyanese, including criminals. Society must understand that the Guyanese people do not deserve to be murdered at the brutal hands of criminals. And society must also stop failing criminals. After all, crime is a dangerous business and it is the nature of such a business that criminals will likely be killed. And so if you want to save the lives of criminals: then teach people good values instead of misleading them and visiting them in jail and attending their funerals. Annie Baliram
Region 2 minibuses have illegally increased their fares Dear Editor, The headline read that from September 1st, there will be a $20 hike in bus fares. That may be good news for the operators. Some commuters may say it is reasonable and others would say is unreasonable. They were letters in the Kaieteur News of Wednesday, 22nd August, 2018 where not so many good things were said about the quality of service particularly the tout-
ing aspect that the operators themselves encourage. In Region 2, Pomeroon/ Supenaam, the mini buses operating from Anna Regina to Charity have increased their fares from $200 to $260. This was done about two months ago, a grossly illegal and wicked act. As you exit the buses, the conductor demand that you pay that amount. There are no fare structures displayed in these (Continued o page 6)
ACDA should campaign... From page 4 need a sustained programme to rekindle a sense of pride in who we are. ACDA with others should set more programmes, in collaboration with the Government, to set our youth on the right, royal road of religion and righteousness. Here is another seven points -creating stable family units; getting them back into various religious and learning institutions; inculcate a sense of pride by understanding more of our history, our successes and our failures; teach the truth that there is no substitute for study, hard work and sacrifice all the time; as a corollary, persuade our people, in particular, our men folk to practice the philosophy of deferred gratification; love and respect for all man-
kind and be passionate to put Guyana first no matter what. All of the above, will require a massive investment of human and financial resources, and should therefore be part of a national plan. I end with two bits of wisdom – “Heaven helps those who help themselves” and “Give a man a fish and he is fed for that day (only); teach him to fish and he feeds himself (and family) forever. Glory to Guyana and a Good life, with Granger as our Helmsman. Hamilton Green Elder
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Govt signing on to Belt and Road is a policy of greed and to mislead Dear Editor, The recent signing of the MoU between Guyana and China on the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) should be seen as a continuity from the PPP regime relations with China. The PPP had Skeldon Factory and CJIA Airport upgrade as mega projects financed by Chinese loans. There is a tendency for Government of poor countries to grab at loans offered by the Chinese for infrastructural projects without giving any second thoughts to feasibility of projects or repayment for two reasons. Pakistan newly-elected Prime Minister, Imran Khan had it right when he said: “The real reason for building these loss-making megaprojects has always been massive kickbacks.” We can identify with Skeldon factory that never worked at full capacity and the airport expansion where one toilet bowl was itemized at over $160,000. In the PPP’s reign, the government had no qualms about future generation being distressed to repay these debts. Political bigotry knows no bounds! These unproductive projects give governments an opportunity to fool or mislead the masses that the country is on a development pathSkeldon was called the “flagship of the sugar industry” by former President Bharrat Jagdeo. That “flagship” never left port! What about the wastage of state funds to build the Marriot, just to victimize an individual the then government detested? Guyanese were told by the PPP that with the Marriot
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the country “will take off”. The public was misled. The Marriot continues to bleed the treasury. The Chinese are aware of their history by which generations ago from AD to 1700s had amassed great wealth through the “Silk Route”. After the second World War and the coming to power of the Communist Party, the Chinese no longer saw the world as a place for conquest by guns and bombs. They saw economic might as the mode for world domination. Their technology and manufacturing industries grew in leap and bounds. They had schooled and start sending out their pioneers out to all parts of the world over four decades ago. We have seen their methodology here. They come through the Chinese Association set up here a long time ago. They have little interest in jobs. They set up restaurants and retail businesses which they manage meticulously. They don’t socialize or involve in interracial marriages. They convert their profits in US dollars and sent it back to their China. The Communist government of China, working in tandem with Chinese companies, has invested in mineral and energy resources around the world – making sure that the Industrial wheels does not run out of raw materials back home. Added to that, Chinese loans for projects are tied to Chinese contractors doing the job- ensuring that a reasonable percentage of the cash is recycled back home. As a result, China has become the financial power house it is today. In September 2013, when
President Xi Jiping announced China’s Belt and Road Initiative, it was a signal that China was ready to put its money to work on a grander scale. Will China achieve the world economic domination it seems to be pursuing in memory of its ancient silk route? If it does, it may be as a result of the economic enslavement of the peoples of many nations. A Washington-based Center for Global Development (CGB), a think tank, pointed out that 23 of the 71 countries, Guyana included, that had sign on to BRI are “at a quite high risk of debt distress” and that eight of the 23 are in dire straits “because of future financing related to BRI projects”. The think tank noted that: “Unlike the world’s other leading government creditors, China has not signed on to a binding set of rules of the road when it comes to avoiding unsustainable lending and addressing debt problems when they arise”. China lends money for projects without any consideration to feasibility studies. In this scenario projects are likely to fail, leaving countries in debt traps- Skeldon factory is our classic example. One has to wonder if China has some sort of sinister plan for not signing on to the “binding set of rules”. The big question for Guyanese- why did the government sign up for the BRI initiative in light of the above information? Is it that people in government don’t read? I think not. The only logical reason is greed and to mislead the people. Rudolph Singh
Harbhajan has objectively carried out his functions Dear Editor, I have read with keen interest and saw the malicious and vitriolic attack on Mr. Gobin Harbhajan that is meant to silence him in his fight against corruption. It was perpetrated by officials and other members of the Alliance for Change (AFC). He would not have been the first AFC member to experience this dirty display of venomous discharge, others were described as ‘rogues’. However, it is the first time that the AFC has dispensed of any sort of decorum, tact or diplomacy in dealing with members who have dared to expose cronyism and corruption which have infested the p a r t y, m o r e s o a f t e r t h e Coalition has assumed office in 2015. Since then we have seen the exodus of many high ranking members and
the disintegration of the AFC’s Canada Chapter all due to the fact that the AFC leaders have miserably failed to live up to their founding principles and their promise to eradicate corruption. AFC’s Abel Seetaram’s attempt at the Region 6 Agricultutre Expo to besmirch the character of Mr. Harbhajan and to tempt him to act outside of the law failed miserably since the latter has lived up to the expectation of being a dignified politician who refused to ‘pelt stone at every dogs that barked’ at him. He ignored Seetaram much to his (Seetaram’s) ire. It is also evident that Seetaram is willing to do more than singing for his supper. This is the same man who was so vociferous in calling for the resignation of the former Minister Mr
Clement Rohee. This personal attack on Harbhajan started a long time ago and much effort was expended by this same group to ensure that Harbhajan did not become a member of the National Executive of the AFC since that would have given him more power to fight corruption. But they underestimated the tenacity of the man. The Prime Minister ’s Regional Office is an important one in Region 6 and it is the only ray of light through which people can get things done in Region 6 which has become so depressed economically and socially. The Regional Representative has impartially and objectively carried out his functions, never seeking personal favors and gains. Rohit Persaud
Region 2 minibuses have illegally increased their fares.... From page 5 buses as required by law; but if the passengers do not pay, they are being verbally abused. I am not sure if the buses in question that ply the route -Charity/Supenaam- have a
union that is affiliated to the United Minibus Union, or this increase has had the blessing of the competent authority. For many commuters, it is too steep, unaffordable and unreasonable. I am expecting the Min-
istry of Business to investigate and make a statement on this issue, or Mr. Eon Andrews in his capacity of Chairman of the United Minibus Union (U.M.U) can also comment. Archie W. Cordis
Is this interference by the UK High... From page 4 SOCU. Considering most, if not all of the cases being investigated by that agency targets former PPP/C ministers and officials, this raises the question as to whether any foreign representative would make this their business, and the extent to which High Commissioner Quinn is involved. The UK High Commissioner speaking so candidly
on operational security matters can only be considered political interference and an intrusion in the affairs of a sovereign nation, which is being ignored by the APNU+AFC government, for it aids their objective of the political witch-hunt of former PPP/C officials. Is Gregory Quinn doing this on his own? Or is it his way of appeasing London to justify the cost of
Sittlington’s advisory role here and going after political opponents to gain favour with the APNU+AFC government? As he seems interested in our security affairs, does the UK High Commissioner know that the APNU+AFC government has hired several lawyers friendly to the APNU+AFC Administration as Special Prosecutors who now benefit from the $100 million the government set aside to pay special prosecutors, while at the same time, cuts the DPP budget, compromising her ability to go after the real hard core criminals- murderers; armed bandits and rapists that are terrorizing the entire nation on a daily basis? I wonder what are the views of the UK High Commissioner on these issues since he is not shy to comment on other security matters? Harry Gill, PPP/C Member of Parliament Member of the Parliamentary Oversight Committee of the Security Sector
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Gas-to-power project can cost as much as US$1B to supply 190mw at most -This cannot solve Guyana’s energy problems - Ramson Jr. - This cannot solve Guyana’s energy problems Ramson Jr. The gas-to-power project being pursued by the Government of Guyana can cost as much as US$1B and that is just initial estimates. However, Attorney at Law, Charles Ramson Jr. who has a Masters in oil and gas management, said that even with that amount of money to be spent, this project will not be the answer to Guyana’s energy woes. In fact, he noted that the amount of gas to be brought to shore would not be remotely enough to supply a booming manufacturing sector. Currently, the peak demand on the coast of Guyana is an estimated 120MW of power. This does not consider certain parts of Guyana. But, according to Ramson, the project will have the capacity to deliver no more than 190MW of power. He said that with the growing demands likely to come with oil—based on the estimated influx of people and the likely expansion of certain energydemanding sectors—the 190MW will not satisfy Guyana’s needs. Ramson noted this in light of President David Granger’s recent comments about the
coalition’s plans for energy. Granger was quoted, in government-aligned sections of the media, as stating that the issue of energy was discussed with a team of United States Congressional officials during a meeting held last Thursday at State House. Granger said that some Congressmen expressed an interest in the area of energy. “We explained that we are choosing – we are not wedded to one concept – we are choosing; some areas may have solar, some areas may have hydro, some areas may have wind, some areas may have natural gas. So we are looking at a mix of energy sources,” Granger said. “We are confident that we would bring the tariff rate down to below 15 US cents per kilowatt hour and maybe we’ll keep moving downwards and have cheap energy and this would be important to the manufacturers,” the President said. The cost of electricity in Guyana is considerably high and has served as a barrier to the growth and expansion of enterprise – particularly those in the manufacturing sector. Electricity tariff in Guyana currently hovers around 25 to 35 US cents per kilowatt
Attorney at Law, Charles Ramson Jr.
President David Granger
hour. Hence, alternatives for energy are always being sought by successive governments. Ramson told Kaieteur News, “I heard, from the horse’s mouth that initial estimates for the gas to power project is US$700M to US$1B.” Ramson noted that it is all up to ExxonMobil whether it will bring the gas to shore or not. He said that even if the company decides to bring the gas to shore, this cannot happen before 2022.
“Are you going to spend no less than US$700M to power Guyana for three years? Because President Granger made a commitment on the international stage that no such form of energy will be used post-2025. Our President made a commitment to the world at the UN
convention on Climate Change in Paris. He committed that Guyana will be powered by 100% renewable energy by 2025. So it is either that President Granger wants us to spend all that money for three years or he is admitting that he will renege on his promise and Guyana will be powered by natural gas for 25 years after the project becomes operational,” said Ramson. Further, Ramson said that at 15 cents per kwh Guyana will be nowhere near globally or regionally competitive on the energy tariff scale to consider a thriving manufacturing sector, as other countries are at around 2 to 5 cents per kwh. He added, “With oil joining the picture, more pressure will be added on our factors of production, so the price of energy will be critical to our competitiveness and 15 cents just will not cut it.” Also, Ramson said, “Our President, like many of his ministers, fails to appreciate that price is not the only
important factor for manufacturing – it is actually the generating installed capacity as well – meaning how much power you actually produce. Manufacturing and industrialization is energyintensive. The natural gas project is only looking at 180mw to 190mw of power, based on how much gas can be fed to a gas-to-power generator. Guyana will need about three times that to become a serious player in manufacturing.” Ramson recalled that in 2015, the Granger government requested “an objective and facts-based assessment” into the Amaila Falls Hydropower Project with the Government of Norway and a report was produced by Norconsult at the end of 2016. He noted that the report certified that Amaila Falls Hydropower project would have produced about 165mw of power at about 9cents kwh “yet his government killed it.” The entire gas-to-power (Continued on page 8)
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Gas-to-power project can... From page 7 project is essentially dependent on ExxonMobil and the decisions that that company has to make. But the oil giant is still to make any final decision on that front. The Production Sharing Agreement that exists between Guyana and ExxonMobil clearly gives ExxonMobil the right to re-inject associated gas into the oil-producing wells. Therefore, the company cannot be forced to do otherwise. Indeed, the contract provides for alternative arrangements like the gas-to-power project. But, that sort of arrangement is predicated on a feasibility study that the contract states, has to be done by ExxonMobil. In July, ExxonMobil’s Country Manager, Rod Henson, revealed to the Parliamentary Sectoral Committee on Natural Resources that the study is yet to be done. Henson said, “There are no agreements to date and this gas-to-power project is essentially under discussion. We have done our own study work on this. Currently, the development plan for Liza Phase-One is that all the gas gets reinjected into the reservoir and the reason we do that is reservoir management.” Henson said that the re-injection method is a “very common, normal way to do these sorts of developments. Ultimately, you get the most value for your resource by doing that. So, Guyana would get more value by re-injecting that gas. Because it helps reservoir pressure and ultimately it helps you recover more oil.” Henson said that while this is generally the case, ExxonMobil has taken into consideration the uniqueness of Guyana and its needs. He said, “We have done some (assessment) work that says that Guyana is in a unique position because of the high electricity cost. As part of the community, we are looking to see if we could we divert some of that gas, and that is the project under discussion right now; but there are no agreements yet.” Henson said that there is a possibility that
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ExxonMobil can divert 30 to 34 million cubic feet of gas from the Liza Destiny, build a pipeline to shore, then take that natural gas and burn it to generate electricity rather than the heavy fuel oil that is currently being burnt here. Henson went on to disclose, “We are in early discussions; (brainstorming) where the plant would be, the cost, capital investment, who builds the power plant, stuff like that.” PPP/C Parliamentarian Odinga Lumumba, a member of the Committee, asked Henson if ExxonMobil would construct the plant, pipeline and other needed facilities as well as manage the project. Henson responded, “That is something we are still discussing internally. We haven’t reached an internal discussion on the role we will play.” In response to a question by another PPP/ C Member of the Committee, Pauline Sukhai, about ExxonMobil’s “intention” to work with Government for the project, which forms part of the green state strategy, Henson said, “We do not have any intention to do this. This is something that we are discussing, it is an opportunity that we want to work with Guyana to see if we can make something work here.” However, Minister of Public Infrastructure, David Patterson, had said publicly that a site has been identified, but the necessary technical studies will have to be conducted. The site is 475 acres, while the natural gas and liquid petroleum plants will be approximately 20-25 acres. Patterson, who is responsible for the energy sector, said the remaining 450 acres have been dedicated for an industrial park aimed at incentivizing the manufacturing sector with inexpensive electricity. Already, GPL has advertised for Expressions of Interest for construction of a 50 megawatts natural gas plant to produce power. (See full story online at: https:// www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2018/04/06/ govt-steams-ahead-with-landing-natural-gaspipeline/.)
Alleged serial robber remanded over Emancipation Day shootout with cops Weeks after two men were charged and remanded to prison for opening fire at two police constables at Norton and Chapel Streets, Lodge, a third person was yesterday charged and remanded for the same offence Twenty-three-year-old Carlton Bourne, of 32 Hadfield Street, Georgetown, was arraigned before Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman. Particles of the first charge stated that on August 1, last, at John and Chapel Streets, Lodge, Georgetown, he discharged a loaded firearm at Police Constable Royston Mendonza. It was further alleged that on the same day and at the same location, he discharged a loaded firearm at Police Constable Lester Lewis. The last charge read that on July 6, last, at Hadfield Street, Georgetown, while being armed with a gun, he robbed Sharon Hoppie of one gold chain worth $140,000, a cellular phone worth $30,000 and $100,000 cash. Bourne was not required to plead to the indictable charges, which were read to him in the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts.
Remanded: Carlton Bourne Several weeks ago, Jamal Jerioh, 21, a clothes vendor of Lot 237 B Albert Street, Queenstown and Junior John, 32, a mason of East La Penitence, Georgetown, were arraigned before Chief Magistrate Ann McLennan where the same charges were read to them. They both denied the allegation and are currently on remand for the offence. According to reports, police ranks had stopped motorcar PSS 4647, and soon after one of the men
started to shoot at them. In the end, Jerioh was left nursing gunshot wounds to the back and left should e r . From the police account of what transpired, ranks on mobile patrol in Georgetown, observed suspicious movement of a motorcar in the city, and followed it into Princes Street, where two occupants exited with handguns and proceeded into a yard. Two ranks went in pursuit of the men – believed to be John and Bourne – while the vehicle continued to Norton and Chapel Streets where another armed male (allegedly Jerioh) exited. He too was pursued by two other ranks and in the process he discharged his weapon at the ranks, who returned fire. After scouring the crime scene, police recovered one .357 revolver with four live rounds and one spent s h e l l . Police Prosecutor, Stephen Telford opposed bail being granted to Bourne citing the serious nature of the offence and the penalty the charge attracts. The Prosecutor further explained to the court that Bourne already has a matter pending in the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts for three counts of robbery under-arms. He added that if bail is granted to Bourne, he would not return to court for the trial. The Prosecutor’s objection was upheld and Bourne was remanded. He will make his next court appearance on September 10.
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The ship may have long sailed on that road to Brazil The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Carl Greenidge, issued a statement in response to an article of August 5, published in this newspaper, concerning China’s Belt and Road Initiative. That response by the Minister has done nothing to assuage the fears that Guyana is blindly entering into this arrangement in the same way as the PPPC was lured into an agreement with China after a top Chinese official came waving a fistful of dollars during an outreach within the Caribbean. The Kaieteur News has been carrying out a public service by pointing out the problems which other countries have been expe-
riencing after having signed on to the Belt and Road Initiative. Sri Lanka, for example, has found itself in a debt trap; Pakistan is facing serious financial problems as a result of deals it made under the Belt and Road Initiative, and Cambodia seems to be latest victim of what western analysts have described as a debt trap. Malaysia has now decided to put a halt on projects under the Belt and Road Initiative. Concerns have been expressed about overpricing of a railway link project in Malaysia. The new government is also concerned about the implications of the Initiative for its national debt. Guyana should not ignore
the empirical evidence about the Belt and Road Initiative. Instead of criticizing Kaieteur News, it should use the information being provided to undertake a detailed analysis of the Initiative and to determine whether Guyana should commit to this agreement. At the best, the Belt and Road Initiative has had mixed successes internationally. It is therefore not a sure-shot and all roads seem to lead to China, another way of saying that even in those countries where the Initiative has had moderate success, China has been the major beneficiary in terms of market access and trade. But Guyana does not need
Dem boys seh ...
Jagdeo and Trump is birds of a feather Donald Trump got to be de only serving president who running into trouble wid even de people around him. He always doing something contrary to normal and decent behaviour. Yesterday de American legends had to tell him that he doing sheer stupidness. A Senator who serve he country; who spend time in a prison of war camp, a man who belong to Trump party but who never shut he eye to wrong things, close he eyes fuh de last time. De whole country see this man as a hero, except Trump. All over de country dem government buildings fly de flag at half-staff. De White House prepare a glowing tribute which it was to release, till Trump tell dem to hold it. He mek dem pull up de flags. In short he was ignoring de Senator who
died. That is de thing Jagdeo use to do when somebody he don’t like dead. He didn’t care if this person was a Minister or a Member of Parliament. Jagdeo and Trump is two of a kind. Just watch dem face. De American legends had to manners Trump. De words dem tell him force him to lower de flag and to release de tribute wha de White House prepare. Jagdeo did find himself in a similar situation when Hoyte dead. Dem boys seh people like Trump and Jagdeo does only think about demself and de people who surround dem. Jagdeo stretch out he hand to China; Trump stretch he hand to Russia. Jagdeo tek US$200M from China fuh build de Skeldon Sugar Factory. That was a waste of money because de factory didn’t even give US$1 million
of service and de poor Guyanese people got to pay back China. A lot of that money end up in people pocket. De same thing happen when de same Jagdeo stretch out he had to China fuh US$150M to expand de airport. Again money go into people pockets. Is only last week he admit that he government was corrupt but like a true Jagdeo, he seh he is not de only one. Trump try de same thing when he seh he gun build de wall between de States and Mexico. But nobody didn’t fall fuh de bait. But dem boys seh that just like how America tracking down all de thiefing money, Jagdeo must know that Guyana tracking down thiefing money here too. Talk half and know de longest rope got an end.
to look internationally to assess the dangers of borrowing from China. That borrowing comes with ‘strings’ attached, including Chinese labour and the use of Chinese construction companies. China is using the Belt and Road Initiative to export construction services and labour. Guyana has reasons to be concerned. Construction projects in Guyana undertaken by Chinese firms have been plagued with problems. The Skeldon Sugar factory has been described as a behemoth by the government. The Convention Centre has had to undergo costly and major repairs, and delays have plagued road construction projects. Concerns are already being expressed about problems with Guyana’s debt, in light of the increased borrowing which the Belt and Road Initiative will entail. Many Chinese investments internationally have been plagued with allegations of corruption. In light of all these concerns, the China Belt and Road Initiative will only fuel fears that Guyana can revert to once again becoming a highly indebted poor country if the Belt and Road Ini-
tiative leads us into a debt trap. The Foreign Minister’s argument that a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is not an agreement is of little comfort. It may not be an agreement, but it is tantamount to a serious expression of interest. And that is all that China needs to turn on the charm, something that they are very adept at doing. Three years have gone by and not a single new major infrastructural project has been realized by the government. It clearly lacks this capacity to develop new projects at this stage. Yet it signed an MOU with a country that will promise to undertake all the necessary studies and to find the funds. Guyana’s keystone project is to find the resources to build a road link between Linden and Lethem to link it with Brazil. This project has been talked about since the PNCR was in previously in power over 25 years ago. It may no longer hold the same attractions as in the past when Brazil was seeking an overland access to ports in the Atlantic to move goods into the expanding North of the country.
Guyana may no longer have a comparative advantage which would allow for Brazil to use the road for the same purposes that was originally envisaged twenty five years ago. The cost of sea transportation has since dropped appreciably and it has also improved in terms of speed. The nature of trade has also changed, with Brazil targeting trade with other countries for goods produced, not necessarily in Brazil, but in other countries. Guyana, therefore, may be daydreaming about the prospects of a road to Brazil. That ship may have sailed a long time ago. But with China waving easy funds and with the government of Guyana only too willing to prematurely sign Memoranda of Understanding, the old saying that “a sucker is born every day” assumes a timely relevance.
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=== The Freddie Kissoon column ===
The lady at the gas station philosophizes on the nation’s psyche I was driving out of the filling station and this lady was driving in. The windows of the driver’s side of both cars came close to each other, and with a smile broader than the newest white elephant we call D’Urban Park, she said to me, “Freddie, what about the telephone directory?” I didn’t know what she was talking about, I drove closer to her, the attendant began to de-
liver her gas and I said, “Excuse me, what are you talking about?” She answered and then she made sense. She reminded me that twice in my columns I promised readers that I would examine the egregious inaccuracies and horrible omissions in the 2017 telephone directory, and she is still to see it. We struck up a conversation and I explained that my columns just cannot cope with the amount
of wrongdoing, dystopian occurrences and the disheveled nature of Guyana, meaning that it is virtually impossible for me to write on many of the negatives which I wanted to expand on. I agreed that I should have rubbished the 2017 directory because it is absolute trash, but time passed and other pressing issues came up. With a mischievous smile on my face, I said, do you know not one person has written on this
Unidentified body found on Corentyne foreshore - believed to be boat mishap victim in Suriname The body of a partly decomposed, unidentified male that was found along the Hampshire shore on Sunday at approximately 5:30 am is suspected to be that of a 49-year-old man from Suriname. According to a recent report from the Suriname media, Widprakash Garib was involved in a boat mishap in the Suriname waters two Sundays ago. The report stated that Commewijne Police recieved a report of the boat accident and upon investigation it was revealed that a speedboat had sailed in close proximity to the bank and collided with an obstacle. The collision resulted in two persons who were sitting on the deck of the vessel falling overboard. One of the men who fell into the
waters disappeared while the other was saved. Still missing is Garib, however Suriname authorities had launched a search. Meanwhile, Divisional Commander Lyndon Alves told reporters that an individual contacted him from Suriname and informed him of the boat mishap. He states that the individual will be traveling to Guyana today to have a look at the corpse that is currently at the Bailey’s Funeral Home, to determine whether it is Garib. The police had stated that the body was believed to be Caucasian, but the missing Garib is said to be of East Indian descent. Investigations are ongoing.
incompetent directory, so why don’t you pen a letter to the press about the nonsensical contents of the directory and I will see that it gets published.” “No, no, Freddie, not me, I couldn’t be bothered with this place” I asked what she meant by “could not be bothered.” Her explanation was a riveting one with shape edges of philosophical undertones. I will remember what this lady told me for a long time to come. I don’t know her. Never asked for a name and months from now, if I see her face in a crowd, I doubt my memory will come back. What she said was done without using academic terminologies, but she made sense to me and deeply so. Here is the lady’s explanation, which I will summarize with a few quotes. She said Guyanese have become so resigned to their fate that they have sought solace in their own little world, and it is in that cocoon (my word) that they carry on their existence without knowledge of what is happening to their fellow Guyanese and in their country. She looked me straight in the eyes and intoned; “people don’t care if the telephone directory is inaccurate, they have their
smart phone, it serves their purpose, and they are content with that.” I then turned the focus to her and asked if she is content to live in her own little world. I had barely finished my question when she exclaimed; “you bet your sweet arse that is where I am at, Freddie.” She said she and her husband have a little business they are comfortable with. One child, the only girl is in high school. A boy is at UG and another boy is graduating from UG this year. She said the kids are her priority. She wants all three of them to study then go abroad and they must decide if they want to come back, get married or roam the world. She is clear in her mind that if she had to choose for them, she doesn’t want them to come back. I don’t know why I asked her why, but I did, and she responded in agitating tones. She said, “Freddie yuh mad, stay here. You describe this place every day for us Freddie, and where it gets you, where is it going? You think Guyanese care about anything? Anything at all? And you blame them?” She drove off. She didn’t use scholarly language. She wasn’t an academic. But in her
Frederick Kissoon own words, she described for me, a country that I paint in the same way. She is so spot-on with her portrait of her country. Guyanese have lost hope. The majority of them are young people who cannot easily get a visa, and if they get one they know a job in the US or Canada is not easy to acquire, and Barbados and Trinidad, which once offered a pathway out of Guyana, are closed off. So what do Guyanese do? As the woman said, they are content to live in their own little world where they put meaning to their own existence. They have absolutely no interest in a telephone directory whose listings are mostly wrong. They have absolutely no interest in right or wrong, once the violations are not on their doorsteps. They just live to exist.
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Battle lines drawn between Digicel, GTT in court challenge over monopoly As Guyana gears towards a year-end conclusion of the telecoms monopoly held by the Guyana Telephone and Telegraph Company (GTT), there is a major battle brewing in the High Court. The two telephone companies, Digicel Guyana and the Guyana Telephone and Telegraph Company Limited (GTT), are challenging each other. On one hand, U Mobile (Cellular) Inc., which has a licence now being operated by Digicel Guyana Limited, is asking the court to rule that the telecoms licence granted in the ‘90s to GTT is illegal as it breached several rights. GTT, on the other hand, says that Digicel illegally attempted to stop routing its international calls through GTT’s network. The matter challenging the licence had been dragging on since 2009. Yesterday, it appears that the matters may finally see light at the end of the tunnel. In the case management conference, Justice Singh ordered the constitutional case filed by Digicel against GT&T - seeking to declare GT&T’s exclusive telecommunications licence invalid, as well as two cases filed by GT&T against Digicel for damages be consolidated. Justice Singh ordered a briefing schedule and set the matter down for a case management conference on December 3, 2018. The constitutional motion was previously heard by Justice Ian Chang, who retired without giving a decision in that matter. Digicel is represented by three of Guyana’s most prominent commercial lawyers, Edward Luckhoo, S.C. of Luckhoo and Luckhoo; Stephen Fraser of Fraser, Housty and Yearwood, and Devindra Kissoon of London House Chambers.
GT&T is represented by Timothy Jonas. In 2009, Digicel filed a motion seeking redress for what it says is a contravention of its fundamental rights guaranteed under the Constitution of Guyana. The company named the Attorney General of Guyana and GTT as the respondents. Among other things, Digicel is seeking a declaration that the agreement made in June 1990, between the Government of Guyana, Haslyn Parris, Deputy Minister, Planning and Development, and Atlantic Tele-network, Inc. (ATN) a US company, to grant an exclusive licence, is absolutely void, and in contravention of the Constitution. Digicel argued that the licence granted to GTT which purports to grant an exclusive privilege in respect of the provision of national and international voice and data services is ultra vires and is not an exclusive licence. Among other things, Digicel in that 2009 motion asked for a declaration that the licence in respect of international voice and data transmission services is not contained in or done under the authority of any written law that makes provision for the matters. With regards to the cellular system, Digicel argued that the provision that international service can only occur through interconnection with another licensed operator is also wrong. In fact, Digicel argued that this is not catered for in the law. Digicel wanted the court to award damages and/or compensation as a form of redress for contravention of its fundamental rights as well as costs. With regards to the rerouting of the calls, GTT, in 2012, filed court action that it is wants orders to stop Digicel
PM Moses Nagamootoo with GTT’s CEO, Justin Nedd (L) and Delreo Newman, Director of International Regulatory and Governmental Affairs. from commencing international calls through another means. GTT claimed that on July 24th, 2012, Digicel publicly announced that it will cease routing international calls through its network and will commence a public international call service of its own with different rates. GTT argued that its rates have been approved by the Public Utilities Commission and that Digicel has not received permission from the commission nor does it have a licence to directly provide a public international call service. GTT wanted $3,000,000 daily for any continuing for breach of contract by Digicel. Meanwhile, GTT over the weekend met with Prime Minister Moses Nagamootoo. It said that it is committed to the earliest conclusion of negotiations with the Guyana Government and discussions with the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) for the liberalisation of the telecom-
Bleak outlook as E’bo coast power woes continue The Guyana Power and Light (GPL) yesterday said it remains committed to providing reliable electricity supply to its “valued customers” on the Essequibo Coast. However, that may do little to calm the anger of the consumers, a number of whom protested the continuing outages last week. GPL had said it was rushing two generators to Essequibo coast last week, with Minister of Public Infrastructure assuring Friday that the outages will cease.
“However, due to unforeseen mechanical and electrical issues with three of our generation units, we are challenged to provide the required peak demand of 4.2 Megawatts. Currently, two units with an aggregate capacity of 1.5 MW are in operation at the Anna Regina power station. These units cannot satisfy the demand of the entire Coast and as such load shedding is in effect until additional generation becomes available,” GPL said in a statement yesterday. The power company said it is working with
technical assistance from the equipment supplier, to mobilize additional generation by weekend to alleviate the prolonged service interruptions. “We remain cognizant of the inconvenience caused and seek the patience of our customers as we work to restore reliable power supply to the Coast.” GPL had announced that it is building a new power plant to replace the aging engines at Anna Regina, but that will not be completed for a few months.
munications sector. This assurance was communicated to Prime Minister Nagamootoo by a two-member GTT delegation, during a courtesy call on Saturday at the official residence of the Prime Minister on Main Street. Meeting with the Prime
Minister were Justin Nedd, Chief Executive Officer of GTT and Delreo Newman, Director of International Regulatory and Governmental Affairs, both of whom iterated GTT’s intention to boost allround cooperation with the Guyana Government.
According to a release from Government, the Prime Minister was accompanied by Deeann Ali, the Personal Assistant with responsibility for Information Technology. “GTT briefed Prime Minister Nagamootoo on its investment profile and willingness to reach out to more interior and hinterland communities to provide reliable telephone and mobile data services.” During the hour-long discussion Prime Minister Nagamootoo, according to the statement, thanked the executives for partnering in the Regional Radio Project in Bartica and Orealla which utilize GTT towers to access signals. “The CEO assured support for the other projects at Mabaruma, Lethem, Aishalton and Mahdia.” The Prime Minister also expressed satisfaction over commitment by GTT to an open and competitive telecommunication sector, and assured the company of Government’s favourable view of it being a national corporate player.
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Dismissal of $600M larceny case…
Minister among persons calling for fresh charges to be laid Junior Finance Minister, Jaipaul Sharma is among persons calling for fresh charges to be filed against Former Minister of Public Service, Dr. Jennifer Westford and her administrative assistant, Margaret Cummings. The two were freed of allegations of larceny in public office last Friday after Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman ruled that the charges brought against Westford, and her assistant, were all bad in law. Westford and Cummings had faced 24 larceny charges, which alleged that between August 2011 and April 2015, while being employed in the Public Service of Guyana, they stole $639,420,000. They were out on $4.8M bail each pending trial. However in her ruling last Friday, Magistrate Latchman, “I find that at the material time, Dr. Westford and Ms. Cummings were not Public Officers, and since all the charges were for the offence of Larceny by Public Officers. I find that all the charges are bad in law.” She noted that Westford was not a public officer in keeping with Guyana’s Constitution. With the case against the former government officials dismissed, concerns are being raised about the future of other matters filed under
Junior Finance Minister Jaipaul Sharma
Former Minister Dr. Jennifer Westford
Margaret Cummings
similar circumstances. Over the weekend, in the televised programme, Voice of the People, Sharma expressed his opinion on the matter. During the programme the Junior Minister of Finance opined that new charges should be brought against the duo, but this time in keeping with the Fiscal Management and Accountability Act. Sharma also expressed concern over the future of similar cases. “We would not be able to do anything because we are putting charges that will be fading in court, but this is a disgrace to those investigators - CID, Guyana Police Force, the Commissioner of Police, the
Police Legal Adviser and the DPP.” He said that the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP),Police Legal Adviser and Police Commissioner, could seek his advice before filing fresh charges against the duo for the alleged theft of state funds. “The Commissioner of Police, the Police Legal Adviser, to the DPP, to the CID (Criminal Investigations Department) – please be careful, be sensitive and hear, just
come to my office, ask me for my advice on where or how we should create that charge and I’m going to say ‘put it that way’, because this is a charge,” Sharma stated. “I hope that this matter returns to court because it (the dismissal) is sending the wrong message,” he said. Meanwhile Ronald J Daniels, a Guyanese Attorney, based in Trinidad expressed his views on the ruling. In a lengthy facebook post, Daniels noted while
Westford and her assistant were both charged under the Criminal Law (Offences) Act of Guyana; the Act does not define who a public officer is. As a result, the lawyer said that the Interpretation Act and Constitution of Guyana, particularly at Article 232, gives guidance on the legal definition of a public officer. “There we are told that a public officer is ‘the holder of any public office and includes a person appointed to act in any such office. He noted however that paragraph (5) says that ‘in this Constitution references to the public service shall not be construed as including service in - Minister…or member of the National Assembly. This is what, on the face of it, excluded Dr. Westford and Ms. Cummings from being deemed public officers,” Daniels stressed. He added that he is not sure whether this was one of the issues which was well thought out before the charges were laid against Dr. Westford and Cummings. I see the police investigators, their legal advisors, the prosecutors and the Director of Public Prosecutions are
coming under severe criticisms for this. The police investigators, in my estimation, cannot be held responsible for this purely legal issue. The advice, I understand, to lay the charges under the Criminal Law (Offences) Act emanated from the DPP’s office. Perhaps the advisors took it for granted that either they were public officers within the context of the Constitution or that since they were charged under the abovementioned Act that it would not have given rise to the ‘constitutional issue’ of what their status is (and do note the uplifted commas encasing constitutional issue). Taking the entire scenario into consideration, Daniels supports the call for fresh charges to be laid against Westford and Cummings. “I agree with the Junior Finance Minister that the charges should have been laid under the Fiscal Management and Accountability Act of Guyana, which specifically contemplates charges against ministers as well as public officials for misuse and loss of public funds,” he added.
Drunken driver fined for crashing into Presidential vehicle A taxi driver who admitted to driving under the influence of alcohol was yesterday arraigned before a City Magistrate after his car crashed into a vehicle belonging to the Presidential convoy. Kumar Chandar, 32, of La Grange, West Bank Demerara, pleaded guilty to the charge which stated that on August 24, last, at Houston, Public Road, East Bank Demerara, he
drove motor car PMM 9452 in a manner dangerous to the public. He also admitted to the charge which stated that on the same day and at the same location, he drove motor car PMM 9452 when his blood alcohol level exceeded the normal limit of 35 micro grams. Chandar at the time of the incident blood alcohol level was 140 micro grams. He appeared before Chief
Magistrate Ann McLennan in the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts. Police Prosecutor, Gordon Mansfield stated that on August 24 last, Chandar was proceeding south on the eastern carriageway of the Houston Public Road, to the rear of motor vehicle PWW 5770 which is attached to the Presidential Guard Service. The court heard that while in the vicinity of Banks DIH, Chandar collided with the rear of motor vehicle PWW 5770. The Prosecutor added that due to the collision, both vehicles received damage and Chandar was rushed to the
Diamond Diagnostic Centre for treatment. It was also reported that at the time of the accident the President was not in the vehicle, but later visited Chandar at the institution. The matter was then reported and an investigation was launched, hence Chandar was charge for the offences. However, Attorney-atLaw Paul Fung-a-Fat, who represented the defendant, told the court that his client was heading home from a party when another vehicle splashed water on his client’s windscreen causing him to (Continued on page 22)
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From pagre 12 drive into the back of the vehicle which is attached to the Presidential Guard Service. The Magistrate after listening to the facts fined Chandar $7,500 for driving under the influence of alcohol and $50,000 for driving in a dangerous manner. Failure to pay the fine will see Chandar serving 11 months in prison for the offences. His driver’s licence has also been suspended for three months.
Former... From page 18 said, “You had no reason to do what you did. You have failed yourself and society.” The trial judge told Allister that he had shown no remorse for his actions since he pleaded not guilty to the charge, causing the court to go through a lengthy trial. In arriving at a sentence for the convict, the judge started at a base of 25 years. A total of 10 years were deducted for the favourable probation report and the fact that Allister is still a young man. Allister is expecting his second child with his girlfriend who is currently two months pregnant. He has a three-year-old daughter from a previous relationship. When court proceedings culminated, Allister's relative began calling the dead man's mother “a cross.” “Yuh is a cross. Yuh is a cross,” they screamed. In reacting, the woman was overheard saying, “They won't like to see madness with me. Let them come downstairs.” Police ranks present at the court urged the parties to calm down and even threatened to arrest them for behaving disorderly. Eventually, things calmed down and the parties went away from immediate surroundings of the court. Woolford retained Attorneys-at-Law Hewley Griffith and Compton Richardson.
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GRA moves to introduce more services at regional offices The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) is in the process of relocating its current office in Bartica to a more fullfledged location in municipality as it seeks to improve the delivery of taxpayer services in the Town and by extension, Region Seven, Cuyuni Mazaruni. On Thursday, last, Commissioner-General of the GRA Godfrey Statia led a delegation of tax officials on a site visit to the proposed new tax office location at Fifth Avenue, Bartica, where the authority plans to operate officially from November this year. The proposed new location will include among other things, living quarters for some senior staff, thereby allowing for a decrease in rental and other associated expenses. “The move is in keeping with the agenda of strengthening tax compliance and enforcement activities country-
wide, beginning with improvements of the existing Integrated Regional Tax Offices (IRTOs), together with the soon to be functional Mabaruma office. The existing IRTOs are located at Anna Regina, Parika, New Amsterdam, Corriverton, Bartica, Lethem and Linden,” GRA explained yesterday. According to GRA, an initial assessment was done at the locations where it was determined that despite earlier efforts to provide a onestop-shop at these sites, improvements were needed in terms of a more enabling environment for staff, and building capacity for the benefit of taxpayers who would otherwise have to travel to Georgetown for some services. “It was also determined that in order to be effective, regional offices must not only be equipped to offer complete taxpayer services, but also be able to conduct audits and
GRA’s chief, Godfrey Statia (at head of table) during the meeting in Bartica, Region 7, recently. investigations of economic activities by individual and corporate taxpayers in the said localities.” The GRA said that it sees
Region Three Private Sector Association distributes back packs The importance of educating the nation’s children was emphasized as the Region Three Private Sector Association (R3PSA) distributed back packs to nine schools across Region Three—Essequibo Islands/ West Demerara. The simple ceremony was held on Saturday in the compound of the Caricom General Insurance Company, Ruimzeight, West Coast Demerara. While noting that education is the only legal way out of poverty, President of the R3PSA Radesh Rameshwar told the gathering that education is the greatest gift one can gave to their children. He said that yesterday’s event was just one of many activities the association has done in an effort to fulfill its cooperate social responsibility. He promised that the association will continue its drive to educate the future of Guyana, and also encouraged parents to invest in their children. Also speaking at the event was PPP Member of Parliament, Juan Edghill, who commended the R3PSA for the thought of the initiative. The MP pointed out, “This is not just giving about backpacks to go to school. It is about giving our children hope.” “Children, see something and go after it. None of us are doomed for the rest of our lives.” He urged the students to take advantage of what was being provided to
President of the R3PSA Radesh Rameshwar (right) hands over a school bag to a representative of the Upper and Lower Bonasika School them by the private sector as well as the government. He told them that their parents might not be wealthy to provide them with fancy things, but most importantly, they should always appreciate what is given to them. Recognizing the teachers from the various schools, Edghill commended them for having patience with the students during the various aspects of their school lives. “I believe our teachers need every cent to make their lives better. They deserve
every cent. Teachers are a very special kind. Everybody’s children are their children.” Patentia Primary School, Upper and Lower Bonasika, Kawall Primary, Vive La Force Primary, Wales Primary, Parika Back Primary, Vreed-en-Hoop Primary, Den Amstel Primary and Wakenaam CSEC students were the beneficiaries of over $1M in back packs. Also present at the event was Vice President of the R3PSADr. Mark Constantine, and other members of the association.
this initiative as timely in light of the attainment of township status of Bartica in 2016, and the continued anticipated growth in economic activities, and revenue flows. ”The Bartica IRTO is currently located at First Avenue. Operations there commenced
in 2007 before it was declared an IRTO under the Integrated Regional Offices initiative in 2008.” The GRA team also held meetings with the Regional Executive Officer (REO), Mr. Roderick Edinboro and outlined its plans and strategies
for the Region. GRA also disclosed that it will be commissioning a new office at Mabaruma Region One within the next few months which will offer similar services to the region. This office will be the first of its kind in Region One.
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U.N. calls for Myanmar generals to be $1.1B for new tried for genocide - blames Facebook for incitement headquarters, labs GENEVA (Reuters) Myanmar’s military carried out mass killings and gang rapes of Muslim Rohingya with “genocidal intent”, and the commander-in-chief and five generals should be prosecuted for the gravest crimes under international law, United Nations investigators said. A report by investigators was the first time the United Nations has explicitly called for Myanmar officials to face genocide charges over their campaign against the Rohingya, and is likely to deepen the country’s isolation. The investigators called for the U.N. Security Council to impose an arms embargo on Myanmar, subject its officials to targeted sanctions and set up an ad hoc tribunal to try suspects or refer them to the International Criminal Court in the Hague. The report also could serve as a major catalyst for change in how the world’s big
social media companies handle hate speech in parts of the world where they have limited direct presence but their platforms command huge influence. The investigators sharply criticized Facebook, which has become Myanmar’s dominant social media network despite having no employees there, for letting its platform be used to incite violence and hatred. Facebook responded on Monday by announcing it was blocking 20 Myanmar officials and organizations found by the U.N. panel to have “committed or enabled serious human rights abuses”. The company already acknowledged this month that it had been “too slow” to respond to incitement in Myanmar, following a Reuters investigative report into its failure to tackle rampant hate speech including calls for all Rohingya to be killed. here
The U.N. investigators blamed Myanmar’s de facto civilian leader, Nobel Peace Prize winner Aung San Suu Kyi, for failing to use her “moral authority” to protect civilians. Her government “contributed to the commission of atrocity crimes” by letting hate speech thrive, destroying documents and failing to shield minorities from crimes against humanity and war crimes. “Our findings are grim,” panel chairman Marzuki Darusman told a news conference on Monday. “We believe that establishing the facts is the first stepping stone towards change.” Contacted by phone, Myanmar military spokesman Major General Tun Tun Nyi said he could not immediately comment. Zaw Htay, spokesman for Suu Kyi’s government, could not immediately be reached for comment. Reuters was also unable to contact the six generals
named in the report. The Myanmar government was sent an advance copy of the U.N. report in line with standard practice. “GROSSLY DISPROPORTIONATE” A year ago, government troops led a brutal crackdown in Myanmar’s Rakhine state in response to attacks by the Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army (ARSA) on 30 Myanmar police posts and a military base. Some 700,000 Rohingya fled the crackdown and most are now living in refugee camps in neighboring Bangladesh. The U.N. report said the military action was “grossly disproportionate to actual security threats”. “The crimes in Rakhine State, and the manner in which they were perpetrated, are similar in nature, gravity and scope to those that have allowed genocidal intent to be established in other contexts,” said the U.N. panel, known as the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Myanmar.
for Food & Drug... From page 17 Guyana to insulate its populace against substandard items of food, drugs, cosmetics and medical devices traded on its market,” the Ministry has pointed out. The Ministry has put forward the position that the complex will be digitised and paperless in the processing and handling of analysis and test results. “This department will be a centre of excellence for academic teachi n g a n d t r a i n i n g o f u n i v e r sity students from the Agriculture, Science and Health Science Faculties,” the Ministry stated. Wi t h n u m e r o u s c o n c e r n s o v e r t h e e x p e n d i ture for the forensic lab and the absence of critical services, there is likely to be greater scrutiny on the new plans announced by the Ministry of Public Health. The forensic lab was opened in 2014 at Turkeyen under the People's Progressive Party/Civic administration, but by February 2017, the coalition Government found issues with the building. In February 207, Cabinet approved an additional US$32,524 for the lab to be operationalised. C u r r e n t l y, t h a t l a b c a n n o t u n d e r t a k e c r i t i c a l DNA tests, leaving police investigators to send samples overseas for results.
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Man United troubles intensify as Spurs win 3-0 at Old Trafford
Tottenham’s Eric Dier and Christian Eriksen after the match. (REUTERS/Andrew Yate)
Tuesday August 28, 2018 ARIES (Mar. 21–Apr. 19) People often see you as shy and reserved, Aries, but of course you know that you're really very friendly once you relax. Today you find it unusually easy to interact with others.
LIBRA (Sept. 23–Oct. 22) If you aren't getting on a plane today, Libra, expect to in the near future. Your wanderlust is back and you're bound for the wild blue yonder yet again, most likely to someplace exotic.
TAURUS (Apr. 20–May 20) All things domestic are highlighted, Taurus. It could be that you've finally called the plumber or set out to do those household repairs yourself. New people are likely to come into your life.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23–Nov. 21) Positive change rarely happens without effort. Keep this in mind as transformation occurs quickly. You may feel as though you're in the middle of a whirlpool and getting sucked deeper and deeper, unsure of where you'll ultimately end up.
GEMINI (May 21–June 20) Keep your mind open to any and all possibilities today. It's likely that you'll encounter someone who imparts valuable information. CANCER (June 21–July 22) Your ship could come in today, Cancer. It will happen unexpectedly, and it may take you some time to adjust to this sudden financial windfall. This is a day of big changes LEO (July 23–Aug. 22) You're likely aware of your writing abilities, Leo, but you may not realize the extent of your talent. It would be worthwhile to devote more time to your craft. You can't improve much if writing time is interrupted by other obligations. VIRGO (Aug. 23–Sept. 22) Tact isn't necessarily your strong suit. No one would accuse you of being overly sensitive to other people's emotions, but today you turn over a new leaf. This "new and improved" you tunes in to the thoughts and feelings of others and responds in thoughtful, caring ways.
SAGIT (Nov. 22–Dec. 21) You have natural leadership abilities, and today would be an ideal day to make use of this talent. In the past you may have hesitated to step forward and implement your ideas, Sagittarius. CAPRI (Dec. 22–Jan. 19) Today you feel in control and on top of the world. You can do anything, Capricorn. This would be an auspicious time to begin a new project or creative endeavor. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20–Feb. 18) Friendship could turn into romance if you aren't careful, Aquarius. A platonic relationship could turn passionate, and no one would be more surprised than you. PISCES (Feb. 19–Mar. 20) Today you wake up feeling reinvigorated and renewed. You feel as though you can accomplish anything. And very likely, today you can. Anything you set your mind and attention to works out beautifully.
MANCHESTER, England (Reuters) - MANCHESTER UNITED 0 TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR 3 Lucas Moura scored twice as Tottenham Hotspur romped to a 3-0 Premier League win over Manchester United at Old Trafford yesterday as Jose Mourinho’s team’s defensive frailties were brutally exposed once again. It was an impressive, clinical performance from Mauricio Pochettino’s Tottenham, with all three goals coming after the break, and it left United and Mourinho facing very searching questions. United have lost two of their opening three games of the season and conceded six goals in the last two games. There was an odd scene at the close of the game as Mourinho spent almost a minute standing in front of the Stretford End, applauding the remaining home fans. The Portuguese manager struck a defiant tone in his post-match interview, highlighting the chants of support from the crowd. “We worked all week and from the tactical point of view we didn’t lose, but we lost the
Hunted Hamilton... From page 26 evenly matched and the battle of four-times champions finely balanced on five wins apiece with eight races remaining. “When I look at today’s race, I see many deficits,” commented Mercedes boss Toto Wolff, even if his team stretched their lead in the constructors’ standings thanks to the retirement of Ferrari’s Kimi Raikkonen. “There are deficits that are obvious which cause us not to perform as we expect. It’s not about somebody else out-performing us, it’s about us finding the clues to understand our under-performance.” Wolff said Ferrari had been quicker since Austria last month. Vettel, beaten by Hamilton against the odds in Germany and Hungary before the August break, experienced a wobble in Saturday’s rain-hit qualifying when he and Ferrari lost their composure, but he had no doubts that his team were on the rise. “I wouldn’t disagree that this year in terms of power, we are a lot closer than we were last year,” said the German. “I think last year we didn’t have a chance here ... it’s good to see that we’re making progress.”
game,” said Mourinho who went on the attack against the media. “But all our fans don’t read papers, all our fans don’t watch television, all our fans are more intelligent than that - they answered in an absolutely amazing way. “I don’t think it’s normal to lose a game at home and the supporters to react the way they did.” Mourinho later walked out of the news conference waving three fingers to emphasis the Premier League titles he has won and angrily demanding “respect, respect, respect” from the reporters. After the debacle of last week’s 3-2 defeat by Brighton, Mourinho made six changes and dropped both central defenders, Eric Bailly and Victor Lindelof.With first starts of the season for Antonio Valencia, Ander Herrera, Nemanja Matic and Jesse Lingard there was a stronger look about United. Mourinho opted for a three-man defence with the recalled English pair of Chris Smalling and Phil Jones surprisingly joined by Spanish midfielder Ander Herrera. POOR BACK-PASS
United initially showed promise in an even first half with Brazilian Fred finding plenty of space they and should have taken the lead through Romelu Lukaku after he was presented with a gift of a back-pass from Danny Rose. After rounding Hugo Lloris, however, the Belgian striker screwed his shot just wide. Spurs struck twice inside the first seven minutes of the second half as they maintained their 100 percent record. Harry Kane shrewdly backed away before attacking the ball as he leapt above Jones to head home a Kieran Trippier corner in the 50th minute and two minutes later Moura slipped the ball home after a fine break and low cross from Christian Eriksen. Moura wrapped up the victory, waltzing past Chris Smalling with ease before confidently drilling the ball past David De Gea. Mourinho had made clear throughout the close-season that he wanted a new central defender and his team have shown in the past nine days exactly why.
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Mujeeb Ur Rahman leads the way as Salah accuses Egyptian FA of Afghanistan snuff out Ireland again ignoring complaints over image rights
Mohammad Nabi in his delivery stride. (ICC) ESPNcricinfo - Once again on their 2018 tour of Ireland, Afghanistan’s bowlers asserted their might over the home team’s batsmen, to leave them stumbling to a 29run defeat in the opening ODI in Belfast. This is hardly the first time it has happened both games in the T20I series followed the same script. And yet, this defeat will hurt Ireland, not least because their bowlers had done splendidly to shut the doors on a late surge when Afghanistan had batted. Five wickets for 16 runs in the last seven overs had left Ireland with 228 to get - a chaseable target on most surfaces against most bowling attacks. But throughout this tour, Afghanistan, with the variety and skill in their spin-bowling arsenal, have shown they aren’t like most bowling attacks. Rashid Khan wasn’t even much of a factor for most of the chase - he took the last two wickets, both in the 49th over - and yet, Afghanistan hardly broke a sweat in their defence. By the time Mujeeb Ur Rahman, their best bowler of the day, was done with his quota, the required rate had shot up to eight an over. On a pitch as treacherously slow as this one, it was a done deal. The only period during which Ireland looked like they were on top was in the first over, when Paul Stirling found the boundary twice. And even then, one of them was off an inside edge. Mujeeb came on at the other end and conceded just three, and straightaway the choke was on. It meant Ireland had try and to capitalise on marginal errors, a tough ask on an uncooperative surface for batsmen. The batsmen had to force their shots, and Stirling
and William Porterfield both fell caught behind trying to do just that. Those early wickets were just the catalyst Afghanistan needed to choke the opposition out. The avoidable runout of Niall O’Brien only made things harder for Ireland. At 54 for 3 after 18 overs, Afghanistan were ready to seize control. Rashid hadn’t even come on yet. When he did eventually, in the 23rd over, Ireland were in the middle of their best partnership of the innings, between Andy Balbirnie and Simi Singh. Simi had walked out with the clear plan of upsetting the spinners’ line by taking big strides across and sweeping from well outside off stump. Not only did it give him some cushion against the lbw, it kept Ireland’s score ticking over. But when he fell, it was to a straight-bat shot, Mohammad Nabi’s offbreak bowling him off his inside edge. Balbirnie fought on to compile a gritty half-century before top-edging a sweep off Mujeeb to short fine leg. At the end of that over, the 34th, Ireland’s required rate was 6.12; by the time Mujeeb was done, eight overs later, it had shot up to 8.12. When Afghanistan batted, Ireland alternated between sharp and sloppy. Hazratullah Zazai, who had pulverized Ireland in the T20Is, was dropped by Stirling at second slip off the seventh ball of the innings. But luckily for Ireland, it didn’t cost them much. In extremely windy, almost stormy conditions, their bowlers did superbly to run in and hit the deck hard, causing Afghanistan discomfort with the short ball. One such delivery accounted for Zazai,
who failed to get on top of the bounce and sent a leading edge to cover. In an early sign of the two-paced nature of the surface, each of the first three wickets arrived via the leading edge. But after coming out on top of the early exchanges, Ireland slackened, allowing the middle order to settle in. Gulbadin Naib and Rahmat Shah began the repair work with a 53-run third-wicket stand. Naib added a further 77 with Hashmatullah Shahidi on his way to a half-century. Naib fell to a dodgy lbw call in the 36th over, the ball from Boyd Rankin seeming to hit him quite high on the back thigh. Around then, Ireland began pulling things back. Afghanistan seemed all too content to knock the ball around and wait for a loose over. Ireland’s bowlers kept them waiting, and Afghanistan collected just 16 runs between overs 35 and 40. This wasn’t the typical one-day surface that would produce 100 runs in the last 10 overs, even if a team had wickets in hand, and Afghanistan found that out the hard way. Attempts at acceleration were short-lived, lasting no more than a few deliveries. By the time Shahidi had brought up a well-compiled half-century, the slide was well underway, as Afghanistan went from 197 for 4 to 213 for 9. But where Ireland’s bowlers were excellent in the early and closing stages of the innings, Afghanistan’s bowlers were relentless throughout, and it proved the difference. Scores: Afghanistan 227 for 9 (Naib 64, Shahidi 54, Murtagh 4-31, Rankin 3-44) beat Ireland 198 (Balbirnie 55, Wilson 38, Alam 2-34, Rashid 2-41) by 29 runs.
(Reuters) - Liverpool and Egypt forward Mohamed Salah has revived a dispute with his country’s football association and accused them of ignoring his complaints over image rights. The 26-year-old was upset in April when his image was used to promote Egypt’s official sponsor WE, while Salah has a sponsorship deal with rival company Vodafone. “It’s normal that a football federation seeks to solve the problems of its players so they can feel comfortable. But in fact, what I see is exactly the opposite,” Salah said on Twitter.“It is not normal that my messages and my lawyer’s messages are ignored. I don’t know why all this (is happening). Do you not have time to respond to us?!” The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) said in a statement it would address a letter sent by Salah’s lawyer,
Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their first goal against West Ham United at Anfield. (REUTERS/Andrew Yates) Ramy Abbas, yesterday. Abbas also tweeted: “We asked for guarantees regarding Mohamed’s wellbeing whilst with the national team, and assurances that the image rights violations wouldn’t
happen again. That’s all. They have yet to respond.” Salah is expected to be called up for Egypt’s next international, an African Cup of Nations qualifier against Niger on Sept. 8.
Hunted Hamilton can sense balance of power shifting
Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton celebrates on the podium after winning the Hungarian Grand Prix. (REUTERS/Bernadett Szabo) S P A FRANCORCHAMPS, Belgium (Reuters) - Lewis Hamilton still leads the Formula One world championship by a handy margin but Sunday’s Belgian Grand Prix left no doubt that the balance of power has shifted towards Ferrari. The Mercedes driver left Spa with his advantage trimmed to 17 points and the prospect of race winner and title rival Sebastian Vettel making further inroads at Ferrari’s home Italian Grand Prix next weekend. Hamilton started on pole position at Spa but was well beaten in the race, unable to match the Ferrari’s speed on the straights. Like Spa, Monza is a
power circuit where Hamilton won last year - but that offers less comfort now. “Every time we do bring an upgrade they bring a bigger one,” the Briton said of Ferrari on Sunday evening. “We’ve known for the last four races or so that they’ve had some things on their car that’s enabled them to be quicker on the straights and yeah, we’ve just got to work harder, I guess,” he added. Hamilton finished 11 seconds behind Vettel at Spa but the German passed him on the Kemmel straight like a hot knife through butter. He had a chance of retaking the lead at the safety car re-start on lap five but recognized that Vettel would sim-
ply have done the same again. “It’s just power. They’re able to deploy more, somehow, than us,” he said. “I think they seem to have it where there are straights. You’ve got Mexico, long straights, they will have the advantage there. They generally have the advantage at places like Singapore. “The next race, with this kind of performance they have on straights, we might struggle to match them there,” added the reigning champion who has in the past made big gains in the second half of the season. That looks less likely to be the case this year, with Hamilton and Vettel now (Continued on page 25)
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Once Anderson goes past me he will never be beaten - McGrath
The scoreboard reflects Glenn McGrath’s best Ashes figures. (Hardy’s) ESPNcricinfo - Seven wickets is all that separates James Anderson from becoming the most successful fast bowler in Test history. And the man who currently owns that record can’t be any happier to give it up. Glenn McGrath, who ended his career for Australia in 2007, is at the top of the pile with 563 wickets. But he expects to be dethroned in a few days when the fourth Test between India and England begins at Southampton. “I have an awful lot of respect for Jimmy,” he told the Daily Mail. “Good luck to him. I believe once he goes past me he will never be beaten. “Records are nice and I’ve been very proud to have taken more wickets than any fast bowler in Test history, but any high is there to be beaten and I will be equally proud of Jimmy when he goes past me because the fast bowlers’ union has to stick together, whichever country we come
from.” There is a reason McGrath is certain no modern fast bowler can catch up with Anderson. “Once Jimmy goes past me it will be interesting to see where he wants to set the bar. With the nature of the game these days, and the amount of Twenty20 cricket, I believe no fast bowler will ever go past him. “Being a fast bowler is the toughest job in the game and people do not see the hard work off the field that goes into spending as much time at the top as Jimmy has. We put ourselves through a lot more pain than anyone else. “So for Anderson to still be at the top of his game after 15 years in international cricket and with so many overs under his belt just shows his work ethic and his physical and mental strength.” McGrath had an inkling that Anderson would be breaking records. “I’ve al-
ways said Jimmy was class, ever since I played against him in what became my last Test series in 2006-07. I noted how he swung the ball both ways conventionally, because it’s a real art form. Not many have been able to do that. I can only really think of Wasim Akram, who is another great of the game, who could do that as skilfully.” Anderson is 36 now; he says he feels 32. Two weeks ago, he achieved the highest ranking by an England bowler in Test history. And his coach Trevor Bayliss touted that he could play until he’s 40. McGrath, however, was doubtful of that. “I’m not sure how keen he will be on that but there’s no reason why he can’t go on for some time yet if he still has that passion and drive. “He looks in fantastic shape, running around like a young fella, and hasn’t
Billie Jean King Tells French Open Officials To Stop ‘Policing Women’s Bodies’ HuffPost - Billie Jean King slammed French Open officials over the weekend for “policing women’s bodies” after they banned Serena Williams’ “catsuit” in tournament play. French Tennis Federation President Bernard Giudicelli announced last week that the French Open was instituting a new dress code for players, and pointedly noted that Williams’ skintight black bodysuit would no longer be allowed even though it was fine to wear during this year’s tournament in May.
Williams shrugged off the controversial new edict, which will prohibit her from wearing the “Wakanda-inspired catsuit.” Williams, who wore the bodysuit as compression protection against blood clots, told The Guardian that it made her feel like a “warrior princess” from the film “Black Panther.” She almost died last year due to the clots as she gave birth to her daughter, Alexis Olympia. Regardless of how Williams was handling the dress code change, King — and others — saw the ban as a
much larger issue of men determining what women can wear. King, the grande dame of tennis in America, said it was disrespectful to criticize clothing choices made by a phenomenal tennis player like Williams: “The policing of women’s bodies must end. The “respect” that’s needed is for the exceptional talent f@serenawilliamsi brings to the game. Criticizing what she wears to work is where the true disrespect lies,” she said on Twitter. Several persons also add their voice to the issue.
Anderson became one of seven bowlers to pick 100-plus wickets against two teams. (ESPNcricinfo Ltd) put on any weight. He is clearly as hungry and strong as ever. The fact that Trevor would even suggest reaching 40 and still playing is a big compliment. “I always wondered if I would know the right time to retire. After that first Ashes Test in Brisbane in 2006 I had no intention of stopping. I was still focused and wanted a thousand international wickets. I was still driven. “Then I went home after that match, went to bed, woke up and it just wasn’t important to me anymore. It hit me just like that and I retired from Test cricket at the end of that series after 124 games. I knew it was time to hang the boots up. “Maybe that will happen with Jimmy but there’s not
much sign of it yet. And with the way he’s going it will be up to him to decide how long he goes on for. I can’t imagine any selector being daft enough to call time on him.” A long-standing criticism against England’s highest wicket-taker is that he struggles in conditions that aren’t suited to fast bowling. Three hundred and sixty one of his 557 wickets have come at home. So have 21 of his 26five-wicket hauls. “When the ball is swinging he’s as good as anyone out there, but when it isn’t he comes back towards the pack a little bit,” McGrath said. “That was certainly the case early in his career but he’s developed his skills as he’s gone on and become much more effective overseas. When Jimmy plays at home
with the Dukes ball he’s second to none, but he has had to learn how to operate overseas with the Kookaburra ball that, to me, is not nearly as good to bowl with. It took him a while but he’s done that now. “So can Anderson get somewhere close to the three great spinners above me in the all-time wickets table? I reckon that once he’s knocked my tally off the next goal will be 600 wickets and that would be an incredible feat. “Then you have Anil Kumble on 619 which is feasible but I’m not sure how close Jimmy can get to Shane Warne on 708 or Muttiah Muralitharan on 800. Even someone as great as Anderson will find that a bit of a struggle.”
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Regional 50-over U-19 cricket
Guyana beaten by T&T in penultimate round despite Anderson’s responsible 42 Guyana’s four-year winning streak in the three-day format was broken by Trinidad & Tobago as the Guyanese settled for third place in the Regional U-19 tournament in St Vincent. Guyana holds the record for most consecutive three-day titles after winning the tournament from 1992 to 1997. Yesterday in 50-format, the four times champions suffered their first loss in the penultimate round against the new three day Champions who prevailed by four wickets at Arnos Vale. Despite their loss Guyana, who face the Windwards tomorrow in their final match, are still leaders and well positioned to claim a fifth consecutive 50-over title. Guyana elected to bat and stumbled to 116 all out in 37.5 overs with only Berbician Kevlon Anderson putting up resistance with 42 from 71 balls with five fours. Kevin Sinclair (14), Ashmead Nedd (11) and Baskar Yadram (10) reached double figures for the four times defending Champions. Rivaldo Ramlogan captured 3-27 and got support from Justyn Gangoo who had 2-7 for T&T, who responded with 117-6 despite a spir-
Kevlon Anderson ited bowling performance from the Guyanese. Leonardo Julian top scored with 24, while Navin Bidaisee (19) and Mbeki Joseph (15) were the main scorers as Baskar Yadram and Joshua Jones took two wickets each. Guyana lost both of their openers; Sachin Singh (2) off the second ball he faced when the Windies U-16 Captain was bowled by Joshua James before Joshua
Persaud, (Guyana’s leading runscorer 148 runs) was bowled by Jayden Searles after he managed just a single and the South Americans were 5-2 in the third over. Kevin Sinclair and Anderson took the score to 36 before Sinclair who reached the boundary twice in his 14, was LBW in the seventh over to give Gangoo his first scalp. The 50 was posted in the 10th over before Yadram departed at 52-4 after hitting two fours in a run-a-ball 10. Anderson batted with a level head and took few risks and along with Junior Sinclair, added 30 for the fifth wicket but once Sinclair was trapped in front to Gangoo for nine at 82-5 the four times Champions lost their last six wickets for 34 runs. Javed Karim (1) fell at 84-6 when Gangoo struck and when Anderson, the only other Guyanese with 100 runs in the tournament (132) departed after batting for just over an hour and a half in a sedate knock, Guyana were 98-7. Nedd was run out five runs later after reaching the ropes twice in his 25-ball 11, while Torrington was sent packing by Ramlogan for a duck at 104-9 before Kelvin Umroa (5) and
Regal Masters, RR Masters secure final berths Regal Masters and RR Masters have secured their places in the final of the Georgetown Softball Cricket League Inc (GSCL)/Crown Mining Supply, Ink Plus and Elegant Jewellery and Pawn Shop 20-over softball tournament following semi final victories on Sunday last. Regal Masters defeated HS Masters by 16 runs in the first semi final at the Everest Cricket Club. Batting first, Regal Masters managed 148-7 with Eric Thomas scoring 30 (2x4, 2x6), Fazleem Mohamed 25 (2x4) and Mohendra Arjune 20. Sudesh Ramdeen claimed 2-20 and
Samuel Kingston 2-31. HS Masters responded with 132-4. Ramdeen slammed two fours and two sixes in a top score of 54, while Kingston made 47 with four fours and two sixes. David Harper snared 2-21 and Saheed Mohamed 2-25. RR Masters overcame Mike’s Wellman by six wickets in the second semi final. Mike’s Wellman took first strike and posted 156-6. Wayne Jones struck 44 (3x4,1x6), Latchman Kallicharran 25 (2x4, 1x6) and Nandram Samlall 30 not out; Khemchand Dindyal captured 2-25 and Dharam Persaud 2-36. RR Masters responded with
Samuel Kingston 160 for 4 in 18.2 overs. Khemchand Dindyal clobbered seven fours and one six in scoring 81 not out, while Surojlall Kumar made 38 (1x4; 3x6); Sheldon Perch took 2-30. The final is set for September 9 at the said venue.
Karibee Rice Basketball Tournament
Murray 21 points leads Jammers past Knights 62-58 Rayburn Murray helped Rose Hall Town Jammers get past Canje Knights, finishing with 21 points, five rebounds and nine assists to pace the Jammers to a 62-58 points victory over the Canje Knights on Sunday last at the Rose Hall Town Basketball court in the Berbice Basketball Association tournament sponsored by Nand Persaud and Company Limited, producers of Karibee Rice. For Jammers, Mickel Lewis added 14 points, seven rebounds, five assist, while Haifa
Walters 12 with one assists led the scoring. The first quarter saw Jammers leading 21-17, while at half time the score was 34-28 and the third quarter scores saw it at 4635 as the Jammers went onto win 62-58. For the Knights, Steve Roopnarine and Travis Sutton added seventeen (17) points each respectively, while Kevon Emmanuel chipped in with ten (10) points. The latter stages of the Karibee Rice tournament is be-
ginning to look clearer with Jammers with their second win earning a place in the semi finals. Canje Knights lost their first game of the tournament. The competition will continue on Sunday at Ithaca Basketball Court and will see Ithaca playing the New Amsterdam Thunders at 4:00pm. The teams participating in the tournament are Jammers, Fyrish Black Shark, Canje Knights, Ithaca Hardliners and New Amsterdam Thunders.
Jones, who hit a boundary in his five, rallied Guyana to their disappointing total. When Trinidad began their run chase needing to score at 2.32 per over to win, they reached 44-2 from 7.4 overs by Lunch. Yadram got rid of Bidaisee (19) at 29-1 and Cephas Copper on the stroke of Lunch, after he had hit a four and the game’s first six in his 11. After the interval, Crystian Thurton (1) was bowled by Nedd at 55-3 before Julian (24) was dismissed by the multitalented Essequibian pacer Jones at 74-4. Joseph (15) was dismissed by Jones at 92-5 and just after the 100 was posted Nathaniel McDavid (4) was bowled by Torrington at 104-5 in the 26th over as Guyana fought back. The Trinis lost another wicket but it was too little too late for Guyana, who won their first 50over title in 2014 under Brian Sattuar at home after 50 overs U18 cricket was first played in Trinidad in 1998. In the other matches tomorrow, T&T oppose Jamaica and Barbados play the Leewards in the final round. (Sean Devers)
Joshua Jones continued his good work with the ball yesterday.
Wawrinka announces return to U.S. Open with upset win NEW YORK (Reuters) Swiss wildcard Stan Wawrinka conjured up some of his old U.S. Open magic yesterday, sweeping past eighth-seeded Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov 6-3 6-2 7-5 to kick off action at Arthur Ashe Stadium with an upset. After winning the U.S. Open in 2016 Wawrinka was unable to defend his title last year following two surgeries on his left knee. But the Swiss, 101st in the world rankings, looked right at home on a steamy Monday as he opened his account with a ruthless performance against one of the title contenders. “The first time I came here last week, one week ago for practice, seeing, looking around a little bit,” said Wawrinka. “Two years ago was something very special, of course, amazing memories after the final. “So it was great to come back, that’s for sure.” It marked the second consecutive Grand Slam that Wawrinka had drawn Dimitrov, the 33-year-old Swiss rallying from a set down in an opening round meeting at Wimbledon to snap a fourmatch losing run to the Bulgarian. The last time Wawrinka had appeared on Arthur Ashe he battled his way to a four-
Stan Wawrinka of Switzerland after beating Grigor Dimitrov of Bulgaria in a first round match on day one of the 2018 U.S. Open tennis tournament at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. (Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports) set victory over then world number one Novak Djokovic to capture his third career Grand Slam title. There was no such drama against Dimitrov as Wawrinka was in control from the start, his opponent managing only a single break from eight chances.“I’m improving day by day,” Wawrinka said. “I’m improving tournament after tournament, match after
match. “And I can see that the last tournaments, it went really high, from struggling in the match, to competing at really high level. So I’m really happy with that. “So I’m also aware that I can have some trouble, still some up-and-downs and things like that. “I don’t put too much pressure on myself.”
Tuesday August 28, 2018
World number one Halep stunned by Kanepi in U.S. Open first round
Kaia Kanepi of Estonia hits to Simona Halep (not pictured) of Romania on day one of the 2018 U.S. Open tennis tournament at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. (Danielle Parhizkaran-USA TODAY Sports) NEW YORK (Reuters) World number one Simona Halep was upset 6-2 6-4 by unseeded Estonian Kaia Kanepi in the U.S. Open first round yesterday, the second consecutive year the Romanian has lost her opening match at Flushing Meadows. Playing in the first match on the newly renovated Louis Armstrong Stadium court, the French Open champion failed to sustain any kind of service rhythm and her usually stout defense proved no match for Kanepi’s bruising groundstrokes and deft drop shots. “I have always loved being in New York,” the 33year-old Kanepi said. “I like the atmosphere. I like being here. I love the
courts and the climate, and I think that the courts suit my game really well.” The only consolation for Halep is that she has amassed enough ranking points to remain world number one after the twoweek tournament in New York. Kanepi earned the first break when she launched a back-hand lob over Halep’s head to jump out to a 2-1 lead. Kanepi broke again in the fifth game and never looked back as Halep won just 59 percent of her firstserve points compared to 80 percent for Kanepi in the set. Frustration for Halep boiled over in the second game of the second set when she smashed her
racket on the court, earning a racket abuse warning from the chair umpire. Halep recovered and it appeared a comeback was on when she broke Kanepi to love to level the second set at 4-4. But Kanepi completed the upset when Halep sent a service return long on match point. It was the sixth time in the Open era that the number one seed has lost in the first round of a Grand Slam tournament and the first at the U.S. Open. Halep had looked ready for a long run in New York after she won the Rogers Cup this month and narrowly missed out on backto-back titles after losing to Kiki Bertens in the Cincinnati final.
2018 Pan-American Squash Championships
Guyanese off to tentative start Guyana got off to a tentative start yesterday in the 2018 Pan-American Squash Championships which concludes on September 1 in the Cayman Islands. This is the first time a Caribbean country has hosted these championships which has attracted the largest participation ever for this Pan-Am Games qualifier. The Championships are made up of singles, doubles and team events. The top eleven teams on the Men’s side and top seven teams on
the women’s side will qualify for the 2019 Pan-Am Games in Peru. In yesterday’s action, Nyron Joseph, Ashley Khalil and Taylor Fernandes won their first round matches in the individuals, while Joseph, played Jamaican Bruce Burrows, and won a tough three games to one decision and will oppose US college player Tim Brownell in his next game. In the female matches yesterday, Ashley Khalil dispatched Bermudian Alex
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Furtado in three straight games, while Taylor Fernandes defeated Andrea Echeverria of El Salvador by three games to nil score. However, there were loses for Sunil Seth and Jason Khalil to Mexican and Colombian opponents respectively on the Men’s side, while National Champion Mary FungA-Fat lost a tough five setter to her Argentine opponent. The three will now focus on the doubles event which will begin today.
Venus outlasts Kuznetsova in brutal U.S. Open heat NEW YORK (Reuters) Two-times U.S. Open champion Venus Williams outlasted Svetlana Kuznetsova 6-3 5-7 6-3 in a marathon battle on a brutally hot day at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Monday to reach the U.S. Open second round. The 16th-seeded Williams came out strong in the first set, firing winners and attacking the net to put pressure on the Russian, who won the tournament in 2004. Williams looked like she would cruise to victory when she took a 5-2 lead in the second set but fatigue appeared to set in for the 38-year-old as temperatures soared to 93 degrees Fahrenheit (34°C) amid high humidity. Kuznetsova battled back to take the second set and requested a 10-minute heat break before the decider. But the recess appeared to boost Williams, who returned to the court in a fresh shirt, broke serve and raced out to a 3-0 lead. Kuznetsova battled back again but Williams managed to break the Washington Open champion for an eighth time in the match to end the nearly
Venus Williams of the USA after beating Svetlana Kuznetsova of Russia in a first round match on day one of the 2018 U.S. (Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports) three-hour contest. “It’s not an easy match when you are playing a former U.S. Open champion in the first round,” Williams said. “She played her best when I was up. So it wasn’t easy to close that match out.” Williams, who has been hampered all season by a knee injury that has limited her court time this year, moved well throughout the match,
which marked her 20th consecutive U.S. Open appearance. “The conditions were tough and my preparations weren’t ideal,” Williams said. “But I got to hit a lot of balls out here today so hopefully that will help,” she said with a laugh. Next up for Williams is a second-round match against Italian Camila Giorgi.
Viviani sprints to victory in Vuelta stage three MADRID (Reuters) - Elia Viviani sprinted to victory in stage three of the Vuelta a Espana yesterday, holding off Italian compatriot Giacomo Nizzolo, as Michal Kwiatkowski retained the red jersey. Quick-Step Floors rider Viviani recorded victory in what was the 1,500th stage in the race’s history, after being launched by team mate Michael Morkov in a chaotic finale at frantic pace. Bora-Hansgrohe’s Peter Sagan took third behind TrekSegafredo’s Nizzolo with French rider Nacer Bouhanni in fourth.“It was beautiful, I have no words, again, for the team,” said Viviani, who won his first stage in four hours 48 minutes and 12 seconds. “We did not know if we would win or not because with 3,000 meters of elevation gain it is not an easy sprint, but the Vuelta’s always like that. I’m really happy, this wonderful season continues.” Viviani has won 15 stages this season after leaving Team Sky for Quick-Step, including four at the Giro d’Italia. Poland’s Kwiatkowski, of Team Sky, kept the red jersey after taking it from Rohan
Italy’s Elia Viviani celebrates after winning the European Championships - Track Cycling, Omnium Men race. (REUTERS/Peter Cziborra) Dennis on Sunday, with an overall time of nine hours 10 minutes and 52 seconds, while Movistar’s Alejandro Valverde trails him by 14 seconds.
Tuesday’s stage four sees riders travel 162 kilometers from Velez, Malaga to Alfacar ’s Sierra de la Alfaguara, another medium mountain stage.
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Hearts of Oak Masters FC Annual Teach Them Young Camp 21st edition ends The Annual Hearts of Oak Masters’ “Teach them Young” football camp ended recently with a presentation and prize giving ceremony at the Prison Officers Sports Club, Penitentiary Walk, New Amsterdam. A number of parents and guardians, who turned up during the period of the camp, were also n attendance at the closing session. This year the camp was held in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Cohesion, Youth, Sports and Culture and the Guyana Prison Service. The camp which was in its 21st year was held at the All Saints Scot Church Ground and the Prison Officers Sports Club and the All Saints Primary School and lasted for a period of five weeks. The programme was held five days weekly, MondayFriday from 09:00hrs -13:00 hrs. The camp, which commenced on July 20th, attracted over 110 participants. Both males and females participated in the sessions with the age range from 4-20 years. During the five weeks the participants were further divided into three sections 4-years to 8-years, 9-years to 12-years and 12-years plus. During the camp the youths were taught the finer points of the game which included both theory and practical. At the practical sessions they were shown the various ways in receiving, passing,
Pictured are students of the Hearts of Oak Masters Football Camp in New Amsterdam, Berbice shooting, dribbling, and heading, overlapping, goalkeeping and throwing, taking on the thigh and chest among other points. They were also schooled in defensive, attacking, overlapping and set playing among other tactics. They also learnt the rules of the game, discipline, etiquette, good table manners, HIV and AIDS and general education with Physical Fitness and fair
play being an integral part of the sessions. During the camp the youths were presented with a number of football apparels including trunks, football boots, hoses, goalkeeping gloves and Jerseys, including school supplies. At the end of the camp the youths were presented with certificates, while the more outstanding participants were presented with special gifts. During their time in
training, they were spoken to by a number of resource persons including Acting Director of Prisons Gladwin Samuels, members of the Guyana Police Force, The Ministry of Education, Ministry of Health and the Ministry Of Social Cohesion among others. While a number of former and current football players and official carried the youths through the sessions. At the closing ceremony
they were congratulated and encouraged to continue to practice what they have learnt. They were told to stay in school and take in their education seriously as education is the key to success. They were also told to be good ambassadors and to continue training and return to their respective teams and schools and share what they have learnt.
The coordinators were former National Players Neil Humphrey and Kenrick Bowry. The main aim of the programme was to have the youths better able to appreciate the rules and regulation and improve their knowledge of the game, improve their overall skills and understand sportsmanship and have a better human relationship with others. (Samuel Whyte)
McCullum condemns Tridents to second home loss as TKR go top BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, CMC – Man-of-theMatch Brendon McCullum put Barbados Tridents to the sword with a ruthless halfcentury as Trinbago Knight Riders marched to the top of the Caribbean Premier League standings with an easy four wicket win here Sunday night. Asked to chase a paltry 129, TKR silenced the Kensington Oval crowd by reaching their target in the 17th over, with New Zealander McCullum top-scoring with 66 off 42 deliveries, to send Tridents to their second defeat in as many nights at the venue. The match was in the balance at 60 for four in the 10th over but McCullum counterattacked, slamming eight fours and three sixes to erase any doubt over the final result.
New Zealander Brendon McCullum goes on the attack during his half-century against Barbados Tridents on Sunday night. (Photo courtesy CPL) Tridents had earlier extended their concerning malaise with the bat when they were held to 128 for eight off their 20 overs, after opting to bat first in their fifth match of the campaign and second at home.
Shai Hope, promoted to the opening slot, topscored with 42 while lefthander Nicholas Pooan struck 34 and Jason Holder 30. But leg-spinner Fawad Ahmed (2-13), medium pacer Dwayne Bravo (2-23) and left-arm spinner Khary Pierre (2-29) all grabbed three wickets as Tridents stuttered and stumbled throughout their innings. The victory moved TKR
to eight points – ahead of second placed Jamaica Tallawahs only on net run rate – while Tridents remained fifth on four points with three defeats in their last four games. Playing before a near capacity crowd, Tridents endured a nightmare start when they lost Dwayne Smith (2), Shamar Springer (0) and Steve Smith (0) in the second over to plunge to three runs for three wickets. Dwayne Smith was bowled by a full length delivery from Pierre, Springer was run out off the first ball he faced advancing too far down for a non-existent single before Steve Smith played across and was drawn from his crease, for Denesh Ramdin to complete a smart stumping. Hope then struck five fours in a measured 34-ball knock while Pooran belted three fours and a couple of sixes off 21 deliveries, in a 70-run, fourth wicket stand which halted the slide.
Tridents were rebuilding well when Pooran missed a Dwayne Bravo slower ball and was bowled in the ninth over, leaving the innings stalling at 80 for four at the half-way mark. Hope eventually peri s h e d i n t h e 1 3 t h o v e r, bowled playing back to a googly from Fawad and Tridents lost four wickets for 32 runs as the last 10 overs yielded a disappointing 48 runs. TKR started shakily when Chris Lynn (8) skied left-arm pacer Mohammed Irfan (2-24) to Holder at mid-off in the third over and Sunil Narine (13) miscued to Wahab Riaz also at mid-off in Irfan’s next over. When Colin Munro played on to off-spinner Ashley Nurse in the sixth over, TKR were losing their way at 37 for three but McCullum transformed the innings with a typical display of aggressive batting. First, he added 23 for the fourth wicket with
Darren Bravo (2) before putting the game beyond the Tridents’ reach in a 66-run, fifth wicket partnership with Ramdin (20). Tridents had only themselves to blame, however. Holder dropped McCullum on two on t h e f o l l o w through in the seventh o v e r, D w a y n e S m i t h dropped an absolute sitter at short mid-wicket when Ramdin had scored just one in the 11th over and leftarmer Raymon Reifer also put down the former West Indies captain in the next over off a return catch when the batsman had scored five. The abject display only added to the Tridents woes, leaving their campaign struggling for momentum. Scores: TRIDENTS 128 for eight off 20 overs (Shai Hope 42, Nicholas Pooran 34, Jason Holder 30; Fawad Ahmed 2-13, Dwayne Bravo 2-23, Khary Pierre 2-29). TKR 130 for six off 16.2 overs (Brendon McCullum 66, Denesh Ramdin 20; Mohammed Irfan 2-24).
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Tuesday August 28, 2018
Guinness Cage Street ball C/ship
Uprising survives; Sparta to face Leopold in semifinal The semi-finalists of the Guinness Cage Street ball Championship were decided after an intense night of action at the Haslington Tarmac. Uprising remains the only home team in this event, ironically themed ‘East Coast best vs. the Rest’. Uprising squeezed past BV Blazers 3 – 2 on sudden death penalty kicks to cement their place in the semi-finals. The quarter-final showdown went into penalty shootout phase after scores were still at nil at the regulation time whistle. In the championship match, Uprising will take on Broad Street, who needled (1-0) North East La Penitence in their match. Earlier in the night, Jamal Cozier, the event’s joint leading scorer with six goals, tallied a double in the ninth and 11th minutes to sink the Alexander Village side 2-0. Leopold Street eliminated defending champions Ol Skool Ballers in another quarter-final fixture to set up a major clash with Sparta Boss for a spot in the final. It was Leopold Street’s second win for the night, their having already defeated Albouystown in the earlier round-of-16 clash. Sparta Boss made their way into the final by needling (1 – 0) Avocado Ballers when Jermin Junior scored the decider in the ninth minute. This victory preceded their defeat of Back Circle by the same margin. The semi-final and championship matches will be staged at the same venue on August 31st. The tournament is being organised to forge integration among the participating communities in an effort to create a better understanding among its
inhabitants. Among the entities in support of the cause are: Banks DIH under its Guinness and Power Wine brands, Clarks footwear giants Chetsons, ENetworks Inc., KSM Investments, Yhip’s Bakery, Brass Aluminum & Cast Iron Foundry [BACIF], Ray’s Auto Sales, Insurance Brokers Guyana Limited [IGBL], Y.K. Investments, Trophy Stall, Express Shipping, Woodpecker Products, National Sports Commission, ‘C’ Division of the Guyana Police Force, Jai Signs & Auto Designs, Gaming Authority, Julius Variety Store, and C & C Prestigious Styles. Round of 16 Results: Hustlers – 0 vs. North East La Penitence -1 Calvin Moore -10th Broad Street -2 vs. Alexander Village -0 Jamal Cozier -9th and 11th Tiger Bay -0 vs. Avocado Ballers -1 Mario Heywood -11th Leopold Street -1 vs. Albouystown -1 Leopold won 2-1 on penalty kicks Sparta Boss 1 vs. Back Circle -0 Eusi Phillips -9th Ol Skool Ballers 6 vs. BV B – 4 Ol Skool Scorers Roy Cassou -1st, 7th, 11th and 14th Beres Parkinson -3rd and 15th BV Scorer Erin Fraser -5th, 6th, 8th and 13th Blazers -2 vs. Vryheid’s Lust -1 Blazers Scorers Delroy Dean – 2nd Desmond Cottam – 4th Vryheid’s Lust Scorer Sean Semple – 11th Uprising – 2 vs. Plaisance – 0 Shamar Scott -10th David Wilson -13th
Part of the knockout action on Saturday night.
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Simona Halep of Romania hits to Kaia Kanepi (not pictured) of Estonia on day one of the 2018 U.S. Open tennis tournament at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. (Danielle Parhizkaran-USA TODAY Sports)
Venus Williams of the USA after beating Svetlana Kuznetsova of Russia in a first round match on day one of the 2018 U.S. (Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports)
2018 PanAmerican P. 29 Squash C/Ships
Guyanese off to tentative start
Team Guyana at the Pan American Championships in Cayman Islands.
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