Decision reached in ExxonMobil, Hess dispute over Chevron gaining access to Guyana’s Stabroek Block
Adecision has been reached in the dispute involving oil majors
ExxonMobil Corporation andChinaNationalOffshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) over a US$53 billion deal thatcouldgrantAmericanoil giantChevronaccesstoHess Corporation's 30% stake in Guyana's prolific Stabroek Block.
Reuters on Thursday reported that according to sources familiar with the matter the arbitrators in the legal dispute have reached a decision. According to the Reuters report the Parisbased International Chamber of Commerce, which is overseeing the arbitrationcase,isreviewing the decision before it is releasedtotheparties.
However, it is unclear what the arbitrators decided orwhenthedecisionwillbe released.
“We remain confident in our position and appreciate the arbitration panel giving this issue the due consideration it deserves,” anExxonspokespersonsaid inastatementtoReuters.
ExxonMobil Guyana holds a 45% interest, while Hess Guyana holds 30% interest and CNOOC Petroleum Guyana Limited with25%interest.
In October 2023, it was
announcedthatAmericanoil giant Chevron will be acquiring Hess Corporation forsomeUS$53billion.The
ve Chevron access to Hess' most valuable asset in Guyana.However,thisledto ExxonMobil Corporation, the parent company for ExxonMobil Guyana Limited, the operator of the block filed for arbitration at theInternationalChamberof Commerce in Paris, arguing that it has a right of first refusaloverHess'stake.
In May 2025, the oil companies through their lawyers face off before the three-member arbitration tribunal. ExxonMobil Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Darren Woods had told Reuters the company filed for arbitration because discussions were not happeningwithChevronand Hessaroundtherightoffirst refusalprovision.
“Those discussions neededtohappenandhadn't been happening,” Woods saidinaReutersarticle.
HesaidExxonwantedto have its right of first refusal recognized before it could decideonitsstrategyforthe Stabroek block. An Exxon executive has said the arbitrationcouldtakefiveto sixmonths.
Meanwhile, CEO of Chevron,MichaelWirthhad
said Chevron had done extensive due diligence on the operating agreement between Exxon and Hess in Guyana and has extensive experience in those types of agreementaroundtheworld. Chevron is looking forward t o a f f i r m i n g i t s understanding of the contractinthearbitration,he added.Despite Exxon and CNOOC's claim of right of first refusal on Hess' share, Hess expressed confidence that the merger would proceedasplanned.
“We think Exxon's position and CNOOC's position is without merit, baseless.
It's about the right of refusal. We think it's very clear, the words on paper in English law that there's no right or refusal to be exercised.
So, we're very confident that merger is going to go through, and we're getting prepared for that,” John Hess, the CEO of Hess Corporationhadstated.
The Stabroek Block located about 120 miles offshore Guyana, spans 6.6 millionacres.Oilproduction offshore Guyana's Stabroek Block, began in December 2019.Sincethen,production hasgrownto650,000barrels per day (bpd) from three sanctioned projects: Liza Phase 1, Liza Phase 2, and
Man stabbed to death on Albert Street
A misunderstanding between two men on Friday ended with one of them being stabbed to death. While police are yet to divulge any details regarding the killing, Kaieteur News is in receipt of a cell-phone recorded video of a man bleeding on the cornerofRobbandAlbertStreets. Thegraphicvideoshowspersonstrying tosavehislife,buthebledtodeath.
KaieteurNewsunderstandsthatsomeof those individuals were members of an emergency response team onboard an ambulancesummonedbyonlookers.
The suspect did not get a chance to escape and was reportedly detained at the crimesceneandhandedovertopolice.
This output is set to increase with the imminent start-up of Yellowtail, the fourth development, later thisyear
Exxon already has two other sanctioned projects under its belt, the Uaru and Whiptail. The company has
already submitted the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for its s
production targeted for 2029.Thecompanyhasalso filed an application for an eighth development named Longtail.
governing the Stabroek Block extends favourable terms to the oil companies, providing unlimited tax waivers, uncapped interest rates and perhaps the lowest royalty rates known to the industry, at a meager two percent
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EDITORIAL
War crimes
Shootingatunarmedciviliansduringatimeofconflict must qualify as a war crime. Shooting at people who are notmenacing,posenoapparentthreat,inwhatisstillcalled a war must be called for what it is, a war crime. What is happeningtothePalestinianpeopleintheGazaAreabyany definition, by any convention, represent nothing but war crimes,throughandthrough.
Itmaybegoingtoofar,butitshouldbeconsideredawar crimewhenthosewhoclaimtobecivilizersarecondoning what is going on in the Gaza. Who rain bombs from the skies on urgently needed food convoys making their dangerous way to aid stations, where the hungry and helplesslineuphopingforabowloffood? Whoshootsat people,withautomaticfire,waitinginlineforanykindof reliefthattheycanget? Inbothinstances,thebombersand shooters, and those who let them loose, meets every descriptionofthatmostgruesomeoftitles;warcriminals. WhatisgoingonwithoutinterruptioninGazawiththe Palestinians being used as a shooting gallery, as if they serveastargetsforpractice,humantargets? Whatcanthat be called, how should that be branded, other than those doing so are war criminals. When schools are blown up and children are killed, or their minds deliberately traumatized for the rest of their lives, then that is a war crime, every instance of it. When hospitals overloaded with the sick and wounded, the weak and invalided, are destroyedinarainofsteelandfire,thenthereissomething very sick at work. We at this paper see a series of war crimesdirectedatPalestinians,andmaybeevenforthefun ofit.
Howcananyoneinthecivilizedworld,aworldthatis watching but largely hanging its head in shame (and with theuglyodorsilencestandingasapalloverthehypocrites), not see what we see, war crimes? Not call what has unfolded for what they are, as we have, which is war crimes? When there are war crimes, then there has to be war criminals. We do not mean only the soldiers on the ground, who have mostly transformed to mindless killing machines,smallcogsinamuchlargerIsraeliwarmachine. Wemeanthosewhoarmthem,thensetthemlooseonthe Palestinian civilian population, as though they (the soldiers)arehuntingdogs,andthePalestiniansareprey
There must be some attaching of responsibility to the highestmilitarylevelsoftheIsraeliDefenseForce. Along the same lines, the Israeli political establishment should alreadyhavebeenbombardedworldwidewithallegations of overseeing the commission of war crimes against the Palestinians. Leaders from the Western world may not recognizeitasyet,buttherehadbetterbeconditioningof themindtoachieveeverythingbyoverwhelmingforceof arms. WhoisgoingtorespectAmericaandpartsofEurope after what have occurred in the Gaza and in Iran? The worldneedsapeacemakeronanexpeditedbasis,onethat willalsobewell-regardedasanhonestbroker Whoisthat person,andwhereisthatcountry?
We think that America has yielded the high ground, reduced itself to the level of a crude and arrogant participantinaconflictthatitwasbetteradvisedtostayon thesidelines. TheroleoftheUSistobeafairbroker,notan apologist, or a coverup artist, for the war crimes of its Israeliallies.
Without a doubt, it is clear that the barbaric Israeli assaults on the Palestinians are not accidental developments,nordotheyhavemitigatingcircumstances. We say it without hesitation or fear: what is happening is deliberate, part of a systematic plan to remove every last Palestinians,dealoralive,fromwheretheyare,whatwas oncetheirhomes. WhattheGermanwarmachinedidtothe Jewsaboutahundredyearsago,theIsraelisarenowdoing to the Palestinians dying out like fleas before their assemblylinecruelties.
Themurderersarewarcriminals,andthosewhoprotect them,renderthemselvescriminal,too.
Dictatorship reminiscent of the worst days of Hitler's Germany
DearEditor, How can anyone, who li
Guyanese are rational and can see unveiling before theireyes,anAdministration ledbyitsPresidentandVice President, not see that we have crossed the line of decency What we understand to be democracy and the rule of law, have entered a state of dictatorship, reminiscent of the worst days of Hitler's Germany and Mussolini's Italy, just four generations ago.
Irefertoonlytwoissues. One, this Government's refusal to deduct union dues for the Guyana Teacher's Union (GTU). In a normal functional democracy,
characterizedbydecency,an almost universal practice of the Employer (in this case the PPP Government) facilitating deduction of Union Dues to hand over to the Union representing a givencategoryofworkersis anorm.
But beyond this normal practice, the High Court ruled that the Government must deduct Union Dues for theGuyanaTeacher'sUnion. Thishasnothappenedandis not happening. This assault ontraditionandtherulingof the High Court is unbelievable.
S e c o n d , a g a i n inconsistent with the norms of a free and democratic society, you have a government that is utilizing
US$50,000.00 monthly, to burnish its image by promulgatingtheirfictionas facts.
All the time there is the crusade of damning the independent media, whose only crime is speaking the truth and exposing the calumny of a government, whosemissionseemstobeto ensure that every facet of national life responds to the drumbeat of their idea of oneness, meaning the only onesthatmatterarethePPP's top brass supported by sycophants
The crusade is so total, that they have the Leader of the Cricket Board, publicly endorsing a particular Leader of a particular Party This has never happened
before in all of my 70 odd years of public life in our country It is disgusting, distasteful and an unhappy descent into the dungeon of humanexistence. I note the words of the Prophet Kahlil Gibran“Pity the Nation, whose Statesman is a Fox and whose Philosopher is a juggler,whoseartistheart o f p a t c h i n g a n d mimicking.”
All Guyanese must not beguiltyofthesinofsilence, but speak up, keep writing, for the struggle for sanity, safety and good sense must continue unabated. Maybe verysoon,wewillsolvethis problem.
HamiltonGreen Elder
The Opposition Leader's reaction to defections is nothing but sour-grapes attitude
DearEditor,
When questioned about several defections, at his 'press conference', from the PNCR recently all the Opposition Leader's response was that the defectors, without exception, were nonperformers, inferring that they did not work as expected (by him) for the development of the party Whatarevelation!Itcouldn't be that they had just started being non-performers, just before national and regional elections.
Heclaimedthatnotbeing the head of the list, he could not have recalled them from theirpositions.Whythendid henotmeetwiththeheadof the list (former President Granger) and lobby for their recall.
The Leader of the Opposition's reaction is
nothing but sour-grapes attitude you can't have them so they are no good. These same defectors have moved on to the governing PPP/C,andotherendeavors, where they are welcomed and will surely debunk the propaganda, due to their patriotism, that they are cognitively indolent (mentallylazy)orphysically slothful by exhibiting their activismenergetically Editor, what the Leader oftheOppositionisdoingto save face is distracting viewers and listeners (a redherring tactic) from the fact that high level members of his party are abandoning the party which is sinking and drainingitofusefulpolitical capital. The PNCR is in panic mode with defections and lack of compromise within its ranks. From the time he was selected as
leaderbydefault(forlackof opposition from within) key party members became disgruntled and less enthusiastic about working with him. But like the king wearing invisible new clothes, he was oblivious of theobvious.
The three Members of Parliament (MP's) who abandoned the sunken AFC and joined the half sunken PNCR are nothing but opportunists They fullywell knew that the AFC wouldnotgetenoughseatsat the upcoming elections to keep them in parliament. TheythinkthePNCRwould rewardthembydoingso.
Little do they know that the PNCR will not secure sufficient seats in the next parliament to accommodate them and their wishful thinking, delusions of grandeur Further, long-
standing members of the PNCR will not take it too kindly for new crossover wannabees to supersede them in dividing the meager spoilstheywillacquire.
So, after reading from a briefpreparedscript,without makingeye-contactwiththe reporters, at the press conference,alltheLeaderof theOppositioncouldsaywas that the defectors were not significant, tantamount to goodriddance,inaneffortto console himself and his diminishingloyalfollowers. Editor,thebottomlineis that the PNCR will continue foralongtimeastheofficial opposition and the irrevocabledispensationwill be a resounding victory for the PPP/C, something most Guyanese want, rather, need anddeserve.
KaranChand,M.Ed. Region2Resident.
Government needs to stop hiding behind excuses and renegotiate Exxon contract
DearEditor,
Many observers and politicalfiguresareusingthe guise of national security to continue to defend the lack of negotiations between ExxonandGuyana.Wemust remember that the UK and China are also our allies. CNOOC has a stake in oil operations, and the UK offers a strong alternative to Exxonforoilexploration,oil extractionanditssale.
Ourgovernmentneedsto stop hiding behind excuses
and start the renegotiation process. Consider this, over thecourseofthelast5years thegovernmenthasforfeited approximately $2Trillion (a conservative estimate) in revenuefromtheoilsectorin taxesalone.Thatis$400,000 ayearthatcouldhavebeenin every citizen of Guyana's p o c k e t T h a t ' s approximately $1.6 Million per household annually Instead, our citizens are given handouts under the guise of "we care". This is
penniesonthedollarofwhat our citizens should be receiving.
In addition, the Natural Resources Fund (NRF) has been emptied of most of its funds,whichhavebeenused to invest in poorly managed andpoorlyexecutedprojects that require continual reinvestment. In the corrupt worldofconstruction,where kickbacks and under the table dealings are common acrosstheworld,theresultis the pilferage of the nation's purse. In essence, what has happened is the worst management of our nation's resourcesinthehistoryofthe country Schools, hospitals, and roads are popping up everywhere, and the safety requirements and structural integrity of the structures continue to be lacking Retrofit is the name of the nextgame,whichwillresult in expensive rework and the furtherdepletionofthe (Continueonpage5)
China Guyana Relations in 2025
DearEditor, Resilience and stability can be considered the appropriate words to describe the current relationship between Guyana and China in 2025. Despite global turbulence due to armed conflicts, financialsystemfluctuations and trade wars among many other countries, Guyana and China have maintained a stable and productive relationship.
Guyana currently hosts the 17th Ambassador from China to Guyana, Ambassador Yang Yang. In her signed article titled “SeizingNewOpportunities for Common Development, usheringinaNewChapterin China-Guyana Relations”, A m b a s s a d o r Ya n g highlighted that in 2024, bilateral trade between China and Guyana reached US$1.4 billion, up 14.3% year-on-yearandnearlyfour times higher than in 2019 (Chinese Embassy Website 2025-05-10).
A notable sum of trade indeed, and combined with the wealth of people-topeople relationships formed between the Guyanese side and Chinese side in both countries, it could be said thattherelationshipbetween China and Guyana has ascendedtoanewheight.
Arguably, the great distancethatseparatesChina and Guyana should be a deterrent to a resilient and stable relationship However, this distance has consistently been overcome bythepeopleengagedinthe people exchange that takes place every year Guyanese are welcome in China as tourists, students and entrepreneurs Especially viatheConfuciusinstituteat the University of Guyana, considered to be the major gateway to education in Chinaforaspiringstudents. The strong magnetism that is exerted by China on
University level students at this time will only increase as time passes From experience, I can tell you confidentlythatthesecretto understanding China, whether it be business, society or culture is the understanding of the Chinese language. Speaking Chinese language enables individuals to communicate and understand their Chinese colleagues at a deeper level and to consume Chinese media without any barrier Chinese language proficiency would allow interested Guyanese to access better education and job opportunities within China and in the countries that host Chinese companies. Furthermore, a scholar, policy advisor or businessman cannot truly say that they understand China if they cannot dialogueamicablywiththeir Chinese colleagues using Mandarin Therefore, I
encourage everyone interested in China to begin their Chinese language learning journey at the Confucius Institute at the UniversityofGuyana. In 2023, there was a monumental meeting between His Excellency Dr MohamedIrfaanAliandHis Excellency Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China in Chengdu. PresidentAli also held discussions with His Excellency Li Qiang, PremieroftheStateCouncil of the People's Republic of China.
The leaders had extensivedialogueand,inan interview, afterward, His Excellency Dr Mohamed IrfaanAlistated,“Allofthese things he (President Xi)
addressed, he addressed it from a global perspective, a global solution, any global solution must have global buyin."Guyanasubscribing to a global perspective can never be considered a misstep,especiallywhenthe globalperspectiveisfocused on development which Guyana greatly needs. This meetingcouldbeviewedasa significantpillaraddedtothe foundationofGuyanaChina relations.
We Guyanese should always be cognizant of the fact that China and the UnitedStatesshareaunique relationship and complex historybeingthetwolargest economies on this planet. In 2024, US exports to China were $1435 billion while, whileUSimportsfromChina reached $438 9 billion Clearly, these two countries have afinancial relationship that is significant. Rhetoric will flow and blows will be exchanged, however truly developing countries like Guyana could take note of thenatureoftherelationship (U.SandChina)andoptfora paththatismostbeneficialto Guyana while offering respectwhereitisdue.
It is my genuine hope that resilience and stability continue to characterize GuyanaChinarelations.
As an avid China watcher, I have seen every indication that China led developmentisbeneficialto receptive host countries From students to business leaders and governments all have potential to tap into Chinese led development, as longasweGuyaneseincrease our knowledge of China, its leadership and its developmentstrategies.
JustinGomes
Government needs to stop hiding...
Frompage4 nation's purse. To facilitate the depletion of the nation's purse the government unilaterally passed a bill amending the rate of withdrawal from the fund. The result, record breaking budgets and rampant corruption.
The solution is simple, but if where you sit you are comfortable with the status quo of underhand dealings, foreign exploitation, and a pittanceshareofwhatistruly yours, the renegotiation will neveroccur
The game being played withthesugarworkersisthe blueprint of what is occurring.
Don't implement a real solution. String them along withtheminimumnecessary to keep their heads above water, while guaranteeing theirvotebyplayingsaviour Whilethetruthofthematter isthattherearerealsolutions to enrich the sugar workers, but this would risk independence of their vote and weaken the base of the party
The sugar workers are realizing what is going on. Blairmontisstrikingandthe minimum wage had been promised but not delivered. Wearealsonowbeingtoldto sweetenourteawithriceand
cassava. There is no shortage of good ideas to keep the industry on the brink of collapse and the workers d e p e n d e n t o n t h e government for handouts. A new form of economic indentureship and slavery
As for those in high paying jobs, they get to spend the next 20 years paying off the debtonahouse.
These exploitation games are not new This is how the working class remains dependent on "a caringgovernment".
While the "caring government" remains in power and takes the lion shareofthewealth.
Demandrenegotiationof the Exxon contract The unwilling must leave and those willing must be given the opportunity to try We cannot risk five more years of economic folly, poor financial management and
the pilferage of our natural resources.
Thiselectionmustsenda clearmessage.Wethepeople ofGuyanademandExxonto pay their fair share, and the amount gained placed in the pocketsofthepeople.That's at least $1.6 Million per householdannually,overthe next five years it is $8 Million.
Can we the people of Guyana afford to give that away,especiallywhenprices areskyrocketingalloverthe place?
Avote for the status quo is a vote to give that money away for pennies on the dollar
Itiscleartoeveryonethat theytrulydonotcare!Ifthey did, they would have renegotiated.
Sincerely,
Mr.JamilChanglee Chairman
T h e C o o p e r a t i v e RepublicansofGuyana
Govt. eyes Chinese, Trini. businesses for hoarding US dollars - Jagdeo ... Norton says issue not the only factor to scarcity
Thegovernmentof Guyanaispaying close attention to the means through which Chinese and Trinidadian businesses purchase goods as the scarcity of the United States (US) dollar continues tobeachallenge.
At his weekly press conference on Thursday, VicePresident(VP)Bharrat Jagdeo said the hoarding of the US currency is contributing to the spike in thedailyrate.
He explained that many of the businesses do not wanttoutilizethebanksand “that'swhywearechecking if the Chinese are doing this… some of the Chinese supermarketsetcetera.”
“We're checking how
they're paying for their goodsbecausesomemaybe through the purchase of gold and we're examining that and some may be through the purchase of currency because they can't come through the formal bankingsystem.
presidenttoldreporters.
TheVPrevealedthatthe government is checking how the Chinese are paying for their goods, because in someinstancestheymaybe doingsothroughgold,while others may be through the purchaseofcurrency,asthey cannotgothroughtheformal bankingsystem.
“We're wa
watchingallofthesethings Don't think that we're not watching what's going on thereandyou'regoingtosee enforcementactionagainsta lot of those people,” he warned.
Theconstanthikeinthe USDollarhasbeenanissue sparking public debates over the last few months with various theories presented to explain the phenomenon.
Meanwhile, asked if it wassafeforthegovernment to pump revenues or US dollars into the economy without oil revenues being present, or whether the oil revenues coming into the system stabilise the US dollar, Jagdeo said the government has a large
Leader of the Opposition, Aubrey Norton
capacity to intervene by selling foreign currency to the bank He said the government is carefully managing this aspect of the economyasitdoesnotwant anyleakages.
“It's getting even worse now with Trinidadian companies, as things get tougheroverthere
I saw Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves speaking about some of these issues andwehaveaproblemwith the currency not the instrument. So, the dollars are bit scarcer because we don'tselltoomuchdollars.
We sell to the banks throughtransfersdirectlyto the bank accounts et cetera,”heexplained Jagdeo said the issue doesnotexistbecauseofthe lack of money, but that the currency is sometimes very scarce
Hesaidwhenpersonsgo to purchase US, they may
not be able to get any at the time On the other hand, some may buy the currency andhoarditforthemselves.
“But we have an enormous capacity to intervene in this regard and it's carefully calibrated enormous capacity,” he added
On Friday, opposition leader Aubrey Norton was asked how he thinks the critical issue could be resolved
“ we believe that with ourapproachtoagriculture, there is going to be, a reduction in that We also believe that you have to generatemoreactivityinthe non-oil sector so that the non-oil sector become an earner
Letusnotforgetthatalot of the resources that come fromoilandgaswillgoback to covering the investment cost,amongothers,andsoit isnotacaseasifitisflowing
into the Guyana economy, andthatisoneofthereasons that I would have said regularly, the minute we comeintogovernment,Iwill engage ExxonMobil to ensure that Guyanese can benefit more from what exists,”theoppositionleader said.
Seeking further clarity on his solution, Norton was pointed to the justification given by Vice President Jagdeo who said that some businesses are buying the currency and keeping it for themselves, including possiblyChinesebusinesses.
Norton was then asked “Do you agree that the way in which these persons are allegedly purchasing this currency is having an effect on the availability of other currencies within the market?”
In response, he said “It clearlydoes,butdon'tforget, Jagdeo himself, when Granger came to power in 2015toldthemnottospend. Keepit,holdit.
So, it's a culture that has developed, I believe, in termsoftheChineseandthe Trinidadians in government, we will look at the details andact.”
Norton said while his party believes that foreign investorsmustoperatebased on rules, his party, when in government,willensurethat these rules are in place to reduce the 'currency hoarding'.
Vice President, Barrat Jagdeo
Norton says unbothered as no PNCR heavyweight
has
left the party
Norton says unbothered as no heavyweight has left PNCR
Despitetherecent departure of s e v e r a l members of the People's National Congress Reform (PNC/R), party leader Aubrey Norton says he
remains unbothered, i n s i s t i n g t h a t n o “heavyweight” has exited theparty
At a PNCR press conference on Friday, Norton dismissed concerns about the exit of Opposition Members of Parliament (MPs) Jermaine Figueira, Amanza Walton-Desir, Geeta Chandan-Edmond, Natasha Singh-Lewis, and current Region Four Chairman Daniel Seeram, amongothers.
“In the first place, none of them are heavy weights.
Heavyweights are determined by our party based on one, the work you do, and not solely the position you hold,” Norton said. Figueira, who recently
announced his departure from the PNCR, was the party's representative for Region 10, its traditional stronghold and he previously served as the shadow minister for the Ministry of Culture, Youth andSport.
However, Norton said that Figueira had long been inactive both within the party and in the Linden community
Norton noted that while Figueira held the shadow portfolio, several issues in the ministry went unaddressed. He said since assigning the post to Nima Flue-Bess, there has been moreprogress
“I invite you to go through the performance of Figueira and see what it suggeststoyou,thathewasa heavyweight performing incredibly for theAPNU. In fact, youth, sport and culture only became a focus after I removed
Leader of the People's National Congress Reform (PNC/R),
Figueira and placed Nima Flue-Bess and she is a heavyweight,inmyopinion, Figueirawastheoccupierof a seat, not a heavyweight,” saidNorton.
Further, the PNCR leader said the former MP failed to deliver on his r e s p o n s i b i l i t i e s , disqualifying him from “heavyweight” status Norton explained that among those who resigned, only Figueira held an executiveposition.
Yet, even in that capacity, Norton said Figueira had been largely absent from both party activities like the central
executive meetings and on thegroundwork.
“A heavy weight gets into the community Relate to people, do what has to be done.
There are many other things,butIdon'twanttoget intothem.
But to say to you, so far, none of the persons who would have departed have can carry with them the support from the APNU,” Nortonstated.
“When it comes to the likes of Jermaine Figueira, thetruthmustbetold,hehas not been a leading person in Region 10,” Norton told reporters.
When asked whether Figueira's departure could impactthePNCR'ssupport base, Norton dismissed the suggestion
He stated, “I do not believe him leaving will cause the party to lose votes, and a lot of the charitable work you're talking about wasn't done on behalf of the PNC ” As for Walton-Desir, who has since formed a new political party, Forward Guyana, Norton said she has potential but lacks politicalexperience.
“She'smadeherchoice, and it's within her right,” hestated
Regarding Region Four
Chairman Seeram, Norton said, “Daniel Seeram has never worked in the interest of the People's National Congress Reform Unfortunately, there is no recall legislation at the level of the RDC [Regional Democratic Council], so he could not have been removed.
But were there recall legislation Daniel Seeram would not have lasted a year because he was not doing anything in the interest of the People's National Congress Reform ”
On Singh-Lewis, Norton shared, “Natasha Singh Lewis said in real terms that she could not work with me as leader, because her friend Amna Ally said if she worked with me, the friendship is over She opted for the friendship I can't do anythingaboutthat ”
GECOM suspends registration ahead of September 1 elections
T(GECOM) has announced the suspension of all registration transactions from July 1 to September 14, 2025, as the agency intensifies its p
eparati
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ns scheduled for September 1, 2025.Accordingtoanofficial notice posted on GECOM's Facebook page on Friday, the
s applicationsforregistration, namechanges,andtransfers. Thecommissionstatedthat themoveisaimedatallowing its Secretariat to place more
focusonthepreparationsand execution of the upcoming elections. “This decision was takentoallowtheCommission and its Secretariat to place unimpeded focus on the preparationsforandconduct of the September 1, 2025 General and Regional
elections,”thenoticeread.
How
r, GECOM clarified that Registration
Office
remain operational during the suspensionperiodforcertain essentialservices.
T h e s e i n c l u d e processing applications for the replacement of ID cards due to loss or damage, as well as photo retake requests.
Thesuspensioncomesas GECOMrampsupeffortsto ensureasmoothandcredible electoral process. Members of the public are urged to take note of the deadlines and make the necessary arrangements.
Aubrey Norton Jermaine Figueira
Region Four Chairman, Daniel Seeram
Amanza Walton-Desir Geeta Chandan-Edmond Natasha Singh-Lewis
By Glenn Lall in his own words days left for your finger 56
Yes, 56 days remain before this one finger decides your future whether you continue to suck salt or you can get a taste of the sweetness from thatoiloutthere.
Let me say this again: None of these four chaps: Irfaan, Norton, Hughes and Jagdeowilleverchangethat criminal oil contract, and noneofthemwilleverinstall a proper, independent PetroleumCommissionwith real oil experts to manage even that miserable 2% we aresupposedtoget.
So, let me ask you straight: What exactly are they asking ExxonMobil to further do to all of us with thatcriminalcontractdeal,to play with us, smile with us, sing the NationalAnthem to we,ortostripusnaked?You answerthatquestion.
You are not dealing with a friendly investor here
—You are dealing with a very cunning company A companythathasgangstered nations across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and now in Guyana.
They came here and gangstered us with this one-
sided oil contract — and whatdoourso-calledleaders do?
They hired some kids who can't even manage a cake shop to manage a trillion-dollar oil industry
Ayuhseriousinthiscountry? Some of them still got baby teethintheirmouthsandyou are telling me they are managing Guyana's future? Whatmadnessisthis? What are we really doing to ourselves? Are we asking Exxontorobusquietly,orto screw us openly? Because based on how them managing this oil, it seems
like both happening at the sametime.
Letmegiveyouthehard facts again: Exxon and partners declared US$13 billioninprofitsfor2024— yes, after recovering their 75% cost as agreed to, on thatcontract.
Out of that, Guyana was supposedtogethalf,plusour 2% royalty So how much d
e? US$2.6 billion. And Exxon and partners walked away withUS$10.4billion.
That is not just criminal, what is going on here is a nationalbetrayal.
And if we had a real Petroleum Commission — s
professionals, and not those at the energy department, Guyana would have never beenstuckwithUS$2.6Bout ofUS$13B.
But where are the four political leaders mentioned aboveonthis?
Jagdeo and Norton feeding us the same tired Nancy story Both of them trying to confuse us, saying 75% got to come out first, and they don't know if it cameout,butitsoundsright. Sounds right?! That's the kind of nonsense them serving the nation that's being robbed blindly They don't know, but it seems right.
Andyet,with56daysleft totheelection,somecitizens getting ready to put them in power?
56 days people, please heed my call. Demand minimumof25%royaltyon thatballotpaper,demandoil expertstohelpusmangethat oil industry, if not, many of us will continue to suck whatever, them push in our mouths. Not sure if you wouldlikeit,notmethough. Ihavethisfingerfuhthem. Haveaniceday
Labourer remanded for larceny
A 26-year-old labourer was on Friday remanded to prison when he appeared at theGeorgetownMagistrates' Court to answer to a larceny charge.
The accused, Shawn Dover of Leopold Street Werk-En-Rust,Georgetown, pleaded not guilty to the charge which was read by Acting Chief Magistrate FaithMcGusty
It is alleged that on July 3, 2025 on Brickdam, Georgetown, Dover stole a purse containing one Republic Bank card, a national identification card, one Samsung S24 Ultra phone valued $250,000 and $48,790, total value being $298,790 from Chandralaka
Chunilall.
Theprosecutionobjected to bail due to the serious natureoftheoffenceandthe value of the items that were stolen.
Dover told the court that hewasnotawareofanybag, but he was riding past Chunilall when a police van drove into him and accused himofstealingabag.
“Ma'am I was crossing theroadandafterpassingshe (Chunilall) two officers in a police vehicle run over me with the vehicle and started asking me way de bag deh, way de bag deh. Ma'am I didn't even know bout no bag,”Doversaid.
The matter was adjournedtoAugust8,2025.
Vendor on $150,000 bail for discharging firearm
A 29-year-old vendor was on Friday released on $150,000 bail for dischargingaloadedfirearm withintent.
Ishmel Lewis of Lot 194 Grove Squatting Area, East Bank Demerara, appeared before Acting Chief Magistrate, Faith McGusty at the Georgetown Magistrates'Court.
Lewis was legally represented by attorney Stacy Goodings who pleaded his case. Goodings saidherclienthasdeniedthe allegation and is not a flight risk. The prosecution stated that the defendant would frequently visit the virtual complainant'sresidentandis concernedforhissafety Magistrate McGusty released Lewis on bail and told him to have no contact withWilliams.
The matter was adjournedtoAugust8,2025.
Lewis was not required to plead to the indictable chargewhichallegedthaton April 21, 2025 at Plum Park South Sophia, Georgetown, he discharged a loaded firearm with intent to harm or disfigure Carlton Williams.
Accused Ishmel Lewis at the Georgetown Magistrates' Court on Friday
Shawn Dover at the Georgetown Magistrates' Court on Friday
Why the President must dissolve parliament before holding elections
In any parliamentary democracy, the dissolution of parliamentisaconstitutional anddemocraticnecessity.In Guyana, the Constitution mandates that general and regional elections be held after Parliament has been dissolvedandwithinafixed period of time three months thereafter. But why is this so? And what does it say about the nature ofparliamentarygovernance andelectorallegitimacy?
At its core, the dissolution of Parliament bringsthecurrentlegislative sessiontoanend.InGuyana, this is done by way of a presidential proclamation issuedunderArticle70(2)of theConstitution.
Once Parliament is dissolved, all sitting Members of Parliament (MPs) effectively lose their seats. The country is no longer represented by a functioninglegislativebody. What follows is a period of politicaltransitionleadingto fresh elections and the formation of a new Parliament.
This process reflects a c o r e p r i n c i p l e o f parliamentary democracy: thatpowerultimatelyresides with the people Elected representatives serve for a fixed term—five years in Guyana’s case, unless Parliament is dissolved earlier After that term expires, the people must be
given a chance to renew or revoketheirmandate.
Parliament has to be dissolved so as to make parliamentaryseatsopenfor personstobeelectedtothese seats. In Guyana’s system, elections are not partial (except in cases of byelections)butgeneral.
Thismeanseveryseatin the National Assembly becomesvacant,andpersons musthavethechancetoelect
representative. For this to
be dissolved effectively vacating all seats and triggering the electoral machinery
The President’s constitutional duty to dissolveParliamentandhold elections within three monthsisavitalguardrailof democracy in Guyana. It ensures that leadership remains answerable to the people, that Parliament is regularlyrefreshedwithnew or renewed mandates, and that no government can govern indefinitely without consent.
Once Parliament is dissolved, Article 61 of the Constitutionkicksin.
This provision requires thatgeneralelectionsbeheld within three months of the dissolution unless an extensionisgrantedbytwothirdsofallelectedmembers oftheNationalAssembly W h y t h e t i g h t
timeframe? This safeguard exists to prevent executive overreach Without a functioning Parliament, the country lacks a key pillar of democratic oversight. In the absence of the legislature, the executive i e , the P r e s i d e n t a n d Cabinet exercises power without the normal checks andbalances.
A prolonged period without Parliament could i
tendenciesorexecutivedrift.
The three-month limit ensures that the vacuum of representation is not left openindefinitely It protects the people’s r i g h t t o
i m e l y representation and prevents the government of the day from dragging its feet or postponing elections for politicaladvantage.
The three-month limit imposedbytheConstitution ensures that no government can dissolve Parliament and then continue to govern without promptly returning to the electorate for a renewed mandate. It is a critical safeguard against executive overreach, designed to prevent any administrationfromabusing the dissolution process as a tactic to sideline parliamentaryscrutinywhile clingingtopower
W i t h o u t t h i s constitutional time frame, a gove
uld theoretically dissolve
DEM BOYS SEH
Close school and de road breathe easy
Dem boys seh de best traffic police in Guyana is not a man in uniform—it’s de school holiday! Soon as dem chirren done write dem last exam and throw away dem bookbag,islikederoadgetabreathoffresh air Car stop crawling like caterpillar and startmovinglikejaguar
Dem boys seh yuh don’t need no big traffic study from foreign consultant. Just look at de road when school shut. Boom! Trafficdisappearliketeacheronpayday Is like all dem minibus, car, SUV, bicycle, donkeycartandschooldrop-off.Yuhcould evenseedepaintonderoadagain.
One man seh, “Me ain’t know if de schoolchildrenisdeproblemordeparents, butsoonasschoolclose,mereachtowork in half de time and twice de happiness.” Dem boys seh dat is not joke—dat is revelation.
So why we can’t tek a lil lesson from dat?Ifcongestionclearingupwhenschool close, then school gotta be part of de problem.Demboyssehitgottodowithall
Parliament and delay elections indefinitely, effectively ruling without legislative oversight or democratic legitimacy The three-month window thus upholds the fundamental democratic principle that a government must remain accountable to the people andcannotoperateaboveor beyondtheelectoralprocess.
The dissolution of Parliament is formalized through a proclamation by thePresident.Thisisnotjust a press release or announcement it is a constitutional act that signals the start of the electoralcycle.Itistypically accompanied by another or the same proclamation naming the date for elections.
In some instances, a
proclamation of dissolution may be issued prematurely, i.e.,beforethefive-yearterm ends. This usually happens when the government believes it no longer enjoys theconfidenceoftheHouse, or when it wishes to seek a newmandateonthestrength of its record or proposed futureagenda.
The President may also be forced to dissolve Parliamentearlyintheevent of a successful noconfidence vote under Article106(6).
T
subsequent holding of e
a technicality Itishowpower is transferred or renewed, howthewillofthepeopleis
accountable.
Importantly, it prevents any branch of government from monopolizing power Once Parliament i
dissolved, the executive
government. It can manage day-to-day affairs but must not undertake major policy decisions or commit the country to significant new obligations.
Itsjobistoensureafree and fair election and to respecttheoutcome.
(The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinionsofthisnewspaper.)
dem thousands of pick-up and drop-off missions every morning and afternoon. Is like when schools is out is like half the travellingpopulationonstrike.Anddeless childrentryingtogettoandfromschoolis lesscarsandbusesandelectricbikesonde road And de less vehicles, is less congestion.Easylessongoodfordunce!
But de big ones who planning road expansionain’tseethis.Dembuildingfourlaneroadbutignoringfourhundredschool runs per minute. Dem boys seh is not just moreroadweneed,ismoreplanning.Like proper school buses. But no, is easier to blamedembigtrucks.
Dem boys seh if solving congestion don’tincludetacklingschooltransport,then weonlypavingoverdeproblem.Andwhen schoolopenback,wegonberightbackinde sametrafficjam,lateagain,vexagain,and wonderingagainwhyweneverlistenwhen de road whisper, “Ah breathe easy when demschoolshut.” Talkhalf.Leffhalf
Elections – a truly Guyanese experience
Childcarefacilitiestobeestablishedto supportyoungprofessionals –Pres.Ali
President IrfaanAli
on Thursday reaffirmed his government's commitment to establish childcare and child-friendly environments
t o s u p p o r t y o u n g professionals, especially womenacrossthecountry
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony of the new Christ Church Secondary School, the President told teachers that the government is incentivizing the system for themtoinvestinthemselves.
He said when teachers invest in themselves that investment is returned to the classroom and every child benefits.
“We also are very much aware that many of our young people are in the teaching profession and I have had the opportunity to speak with many young women mostly in the teaching profession and over the last three months I haveheardacommontheme throughouttheconversation that is 'we are postponing our family life, we are
President Irfaan Ali
postponing building our own family,” the President stated.
President Ali said he analysedwhatcanbedoneto ensure teachers do not have topostponeanimportantpart oflivingaqualitylife.
“And one of the big reasonsischildcarefacilities because young teachers especially females, they cannot come up with a formula through which they can take care of their babies andchildrenwhiletheyarein schools,”hesaid.
Havingacceptedthatthis
is a real challenge to young, female professionals in particular, he said the government is committed to investing in childcare facilitiesthatwillhelpyoung professionals pursue their careers without postponing family life “So that is something we have decided that we are going to make targeted and serious investment in childcare, child-friendly environments to support our young professionals especially women in our society,” the head-of-stateassured.
GuyanaandBrazildiscussintensifyingeffortsto complete2ndphaseofLinden-LethemRoadproject
President Irfaan Ali and the Governor of theStateofRoraima,AntonioOlivérioGarcia deAlmeidaonFridaydiscussed,amongother things, intensifying efforts to complete the second phase of the Linden to Lethem Road project.
Accordingtoapressreleaseissuedbythe Department of Public Information (DPI), the governor and a team of officials from the Brazilian state are on a two-day visit to Guyana.Thegovernorwhowasaccompanied by the Secretaries for InvestmentAttraction, Agriculture, Communication and Military, theSpecialEnvoyofRoraimatoGuyanaand otherofficialsmetwithPresidentIrfaanAli.
President Ali was accompanied by the MinistersofForeignAffairsandInternational Cooperation, Finance, Agriculture, Public Works and Tourism, and the Foreign Secretary
Thetwosidesdiscussedstrategicareasof cooperation between Guyana and Northern Brazil, specifically the State of Roraima including agriculture and livestock, energy, infrastructure,technicalexchanges,aswellas opportunities for greater private sector collaborationandinvestment.
According to DPI, Guyana and Brazil discussed possible areas of cooperation including intensifying efforts towards the completionofthesecondphaseoftheLindenLethem Road Project, developing a food and livestock processing hub in Lethem to increaseagricultureproductionandexportsto the Caribbean region and beyond and establishing an integrated energy complex in (Continuedonpage16)
‘Lilwattie’
gets $80,000 bail for robbery with violence
Twenty-Two-year-old
Orin Fraser called 'Lilwattie' wasreleasedon$80,000bail for a robbery with violence charge.
Fraser appeared on Friday at the Georgetown Magistrates' Court before Acting Chief Magistrate, Faith McGusty who read the charge. He was not required to plead to the indictable charge which alleged that on April 10, 2025 on King Street, Georgetown; he robbed Melvile Mark of one cellular phone valued at $78,000, one black purse valuedat$5,000and$15,000 cash, total value of $98,000. It was noted that at the time, either before or immediately aftertherobbery,Fraserused personal violence towards Mark. The prosecution statedthatthedefendantisno stranger to the court and the parties are known to each otherthroughFacebook.
Magistrate McGusty granted Fraser bail and the matter was adjourned to August8,2025.
Accused Orwin Fraser at the Georgetown Magistrates' Court on Friday
President Irfaan Ali with the Governor of the State of Roraima, Mr Antonio Olivério Garcia de Almeida. (Office of the President)
Citizens, civil society advocates, and trade union representatives on Friday protesting infront of the Office of the President calling for the President to ensure the duties of Commissioner of Information Mr. Charles Ramson (Snr) are executed.
- Ram
Pres.AlidisrespectingGuyaneseby denyingaccesstoinformation
Charteredaccountantand attorney, Christopher Ram said it is insulting and disrespectful of President Irfaan Ali to deny Guyanese the constitutional right to access information.
Ram,whohasbeenadvocating for the release of information by Commissioner of Information, Justice (Ret'd) Charles Ramson Snr, led a peaceful protest outside the office of the president on Friday.
During the protest, Ram told Kaieteur News that he had written the head-of-state asking him to meet with a small group of civil society members to discuss their concerns.
However, according to Ram, the president has not had the 'decency to acknowledged the request.'
“And he has forced us into thisposition,Idon'tknowwhatthe president has to hide or if he sees this as some manly thing to do to denypeopletheconstitutionalright to access information, it is insulting, it is disrespectful and he isviolatinghisconstitutionaloath,” helamented.
Ramsaiditisunreasonablethat citizens have to go through this to accessinformation.
“In addition, he has got this man,CharlesRamsoninaposition,
hejustwouldnotdoanything.The president is the person responsible for information, he is responsible for the Access to Information Act andhesimplyrefusestodohisjob. This is not about ribbon cutting, this is about governance of our country,”heasserted.
Ram said the protest will continueeachweekuntilthematter isaddressed.
Meanwhile, speaking with Kaieteur News, president of the Guyana Trades Union Congress (GTUC), Norris Witter said citizens want the president to act, since it is the head-of-state who swore in the commissioner of information.
He said for the president to not actandensurethatRamsoncarries out his duties would give meaning to his constitutional office According to him, it is not only a dereliction of duty but it also questions his suitability for the officeofpresident.
“This matter has serious implicationsfordemocracyandthe democratic process As the constitutional office holder of president, he has an obligation to respect the rule of law, he has an obligation to respect all statutory laws,hehasanobligationtorespect international conventions, and for Mr Ali as the president to fail to demand of the Commissioner of
Information, Mr Charles Ramson tocarryouthisdutiesasenshrined in the law, Mr Ali is just as complicitasMr CharlesRamson,” Witterexplained.
Ram has been leading protests against the commissioner of information since early April, demanding that Access to Information Act, 2011 be “operationalised as it should be” andforthelegislationtobesubject to review and amendment, after morethanadecade.
Ram said over the years, he, along with former president of Transparency Institute of Guyana Inc (TIGI), Frederick Collins, former Auditor General (AG),
Ana
transparency advocate, Alfred Bhulai, have all tried to obtain information through the office of thecommissionofinformation.
The attorney said Ramson has been playing games with applicants, putting his own interpretation of the Access to InformationAct.”
He said the Act has therefore failed to achieve its intended goal, despite the office receiving $40 millionperyear.
Ramalsohighlightedthatthere has never been a single report tabledinParliament,asrequiredby theAct.
Ram'sfrustrationhasledhimto thehighcourt,filingapplicationsat leasttwotimessofar,seeking.
Hislatestactionwastakenlate June where he filed a second application to the high court seeking a declaration that the commissioner is a public authority within the meaning of the Act; a ruling that his failure to respond constitutes a deemed refusal under section18(3);afindingthathehas breached section 23 by failing to provide the required notice or reasons; a mandatory order compelling the release of the requested information within 14 days; and costs together with such further relief as the court may considerjust.
Attorney-at-Law Chris Ram among protestors on Friday infront of the Office of the President.
Reg. 10 Vice Chairman endorses Azruddin Mohamed for president
Regional Vice
Chairman of
Region10,Mark Goring, has endorsed
presidential hopeful
Azruddin Mohamed, expressing disappointment thatthecollectiveopposition wasunabletouniteaheadof theupcomingelections.
M o h a m e d , a businessman, launched his political party We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) last month, pledging to invest in the country's people, offer
real solutions to national challenges, and bring unity to the nation. Last year, Mohamedwassanctionedby the United States for gold smuggling.
Goring, a former member of the Alliance For Change (AFC), made the endorsement in a Facebook post on Friday “With less than sixty days until the General and Regional Elections,ourcountrystands at a defining crossroads Political parties are vying
notjustforpower,butforthe responsibility of managing our nation's vast resources,” Goringsaid.
He described the opposition'sfailuretoforma united front as “deeply unfortunate,” especially in light of what he views as increasing authoritarianism by the ruling People's ProgressiveParty(PPP).
N o t a b l y, t h e A Partnership for National Unity+AllianceForChange (APNU+AFC) coalition has
so far failed to reach a consensus on contesting the upcoming General and Regional Elections together Whiletheyhelddiscussions, therehasbeennoagreement betweenthetwoparties.
The Vice Chairman accused the government of weaponizing state instituti
n
gainst dissenters of its “One Guyana” campaign. He added, “Corruption is not onlyunchecked,itflourishes across ministries and agencies.
Thisregimeisdefinedby discrimination, nepotism, marginalization, cronyism, bullying, injustice, and a systemic disregard for law and order Yet, despite this record, it remains in contention for reelection, largelyunchallenged.”
Explainingwhyhechose to endorse Mohamed, Goring argued that citizens arecallingforchange,fedup with recycled promises and emptyrhetoric.
“ T h e y d e m a n d leadershipthatworksforall, not just the privileged few Wemustbuildagovernment thatliftseverycitizen,where
Goring, Regional Vice Chairman
progress is shared and opportunity is real The candidateIendorseisdriven not by power, but by a genuine commitment to uplift our people. Over the past three years, we've seen this commitment in action. This is the only leader capable of uniting Guyana without prejudice or division. Together,wewillbuilda nation where every citizen canthrive.Together,wewill make Guyana great,” he said.
Construction worker remanded for rape
A construction worker from Annandale, East Coast Demerara, was on Thursday remanded to prison for the rapeofachildunder16years.
Theaccused,24-year-old Andrew Ali of Lot 12
Annandale Railway Embankment, appeared at the Vigilance Magistrates' Court before Magistrate SunilScarce.
Ali was not required to pleadtotheindictablecharge and was subsequently remanded until August 5, 2025.
His charge was laid contrary to Section 10 (3) of the Sexual Offences Act Chapter 8:03 He was arrestedonJuly1,2025.
Accused Andrew Ali (Guyana Police Force Facebook page)
Mark
Presidential Candidate of the WIN, Azruddin Mohamed
Modi promises trade and investment in visit to Trinidad and Tobago
(AP) Indian Prime MinisterNarendraModihas promised continued trade and investment in Trinidad and Tobago on Friday in an address to the nation's parliament.
“It's time for us to work together to give the global south its rightful seat at the table,” Modi said. “For us there are no limits to our cooperationwithyou.”
The two-day trip was Modi's first official visit to the diverse, twin-island Caribbean country that shareslongstandingtieswith India.Thevisitwasexpected to boost investment in energy, health, security and othersectors.
In his speech, Modi said thathesaw“greatpotential” inworkingwithTrinidadand
Tobago on everything from developing new digital artificialintelligencetoolsto agriculture He said that trade between the two countries was only set to grow “with human developmentatthecenter.”
Prime Minister of
Trinidad and Tobago Kamla Persad-Bissessar announced anumberofinvestmentsinto medica
and technological infrastructure promised by Modi, and thankedtheleader.
“This visit is more than just diplomacy. It marks a newdawn,”shesaid.“India, and Trinidad and Tobago, will now work as strategic partners.”
She said that the two countries were also working on renewing bilateral trade
and investment agreements, andthatTrinidadandTobago were slated to expand exportstoIndia.
Modi also highlighted the long-standing connectionsbetweenthetwo nations, which he said acted as a “powerful symbol” of fraternity and trust between the two nations. More than 35% of the Caribbean country's 1.4 million inhabitants are East Indian, descendants of indentured workers brought from India duringthecolonialera.
On Thursday, the Indian leader also announced that the sixth generation of citizenswithIndianoriginin Trinidad and Tobago would be eligible to receive Overseas Citizen of India cards, allowing them to
Welder remanded for attempted murder
A 26-year-old welder was onFridayremandedfor anattempttocommitmurder charge.
The accused, Alvin GrannumofLot175Dasilva Street, Kitty, Georgetown, appeared at the Georgetown Magistrates' Court before acting Chief Magistrate, FaithMcGustywhoreadthe charge.
Grannum was not required to plead to the indictable charge which alleged that on July 1, 2025 on Republic Street, Kitty, Georgetown, he wounded DennisNarinewithintentto murderhim.
The court heard that on
the day in question, Grannum and Narine were involved in a scuffle when Grannum, who was armed with a pair of scissors, stabbedNarineseveraltimes inhischest.
The court heard that the accused admitted to the offence during a video and audio interview Narine is hospitalised in the male surgical ward in a critical condition.
Magistrate McGusty denied Grannum bail due to the serious nature of the offenceandthecurrentstate ofthevictim.
The matter was adjournedtoAugust8,2025.
freelyliveandworkinIndia.
Modi was greeted warmly by many of the country's Hindu population, but some in Trinidad and T
criticized the leader About 18% of Trinidad and Tobago's population is Hindu,while5%isMuslim.
“Both our nations rose fromtheshadowsofcolonial ruletowriteourownstory,” Modi said. “The legacy of shared heritage and mutual respect continues to guide ourpartnership.”
Accused: Alvin Grannum at the Georgetown Magistrates' Court on Friday
Bartician remanded for sexual activity with a child family member
A42-year-old man of Four Miles Housing Scheme, Bartica, was on Fridayremandedforsexual activitywithachild,family member The accused, Haniff Khan pleaded not guiltytothechargewhenhe appeared before Magistrate Teriq Mohammed at the BarticaMagistrates'Court.
Khan was arrested on July 1, 2025. The matter wasadjournedtoAugust15, 2025.
Accused Haniff Khan (Guyana Police Force Facebook page)
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets people upon arrival at the Piarco International Airport on July 3, 2025 (AP photo/Jermaine Cruickshank)
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2025/44-FD-APN-DEM IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE SUPREME COURT OF JUDICATURE FAMILY, DIVORCE AND MATRIMONIAL
JURISDICTION FAMILY DIVISION
Application No. FD-44 BETWEEN: IN THE MATTER OFAN APPLICATION BY JUNE MARIA WATTS
Applicant TO: EVONA WATTS
Whereabouts unknown
TAKE NOTICE that on the 25th day of February 2025 an Application in relation to Children was filed by JUNE MARIA WATTS the above named Applicant in the Family Division of the High Court in Georgetown, Demerara. AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that as part of an Order made on the 20th day of June, 2025 the Applicant was directed to effect service of her Application on you by publication of this Notice in two (2) consecutive Saturday issues of the Kaieteur News, a daily newspaper printed, published and circulated in and around Guyana. AND FURTHER TAKE
NOTICE that if you desire you may appear or attend in person or by your duly authorized agent or Attorney-at-Law at the Registry of Family Division of the High Court at Georgetown Demerara where you will be issued with a certified copy of the Application together with related documents.
AND FURTHER TAKE
NOTICE that if you desire to Defend this Divorce, then upon receipt of the certified copy of the Application, you must file an Notice of Intention to Defend (Forms are available at the Registry) and/ or a Reply to Application Relating to Children in the Registry of the Family Division of the High Court at Georgetown, Demerara on or before the 10th day of July 2025.
TAKE NOTICE that the Directions Hearing be and is hereby extended to
IN DEFAULT of your filing an Notice of Intention to Defend and/ or Reply to the Application relating to Children the Court may proceed in your absence and may make any Order it considers appropriate, including granting the Application.
The Registry of the Family Division of the High Court is located at the Law Courts [Georgetown, Demerara]. The office is open to the public between 8:00am and 3:30pm Mondays to Thursdays and 8:00am to 2:30pm on Fridays except on public holidays and on such other days as the Registry is closed.
Dated the 24th day of June, 2025.
NOTICE 2
2024/267-FD-PET-DEM IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE SUPREME COURT OF JUDICATURE
FAMILY, DIVORCE AND MATRIMONIAL JURISDICTION
FAMILY DIVISION
Petition No. FD-267 BETWEEN: (GOORDEO) SAMANTHA nee RAMRAJ
Petitioner/Applicant -V(GOORDEO) CHANDAR PERSAUD Respondent
TO: CHANDAR PERSAUD GOORDEO (Address unknown)
TAKE NOTICE that on the 4th day of December, 2024 a Petition for Divorce was filed against you by SAMANTHA GOORDEO nee RAMRAJ , the Petitioner in the Family Division of the High Court in Georgetown, Demerara. AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that as part of an Order made on the 22nd day of April, 2025 the
Petitioner was directed to effect service of her Petition on you by publication of this Notice in two (2) consecutive Saturday issues of the Kaieteur News, a newspaper printed, published and circulated in and around Guyana. AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that if you desire you may appear or attend in person or by your duly authorized agent or Attorney-at-Law at the COURT AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that if you desire you may appear or registry of the Family Division of the High Court at Georgetown, Demerara where you will be issued with a certified copy of the Petition together with related documents. AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that if you desire to Defend this Divorce, then upon receipt of the certified copy of the Petition, you must file an Acknowledgement of Service, Notice of Intention to Defend (Forms are available at the Registry), an Answer and/or Cross Petition via the online portal, https:// ejudiciary.supremecourt.gy within 35 (thirty-five) days from the date of the final publication of this Notice. Your access code 7kPxXs TAKE NOTICE that the divorce is fixed for Directions Hearing on Tuesday the 24th day of June, 2025 at 9:00 am before the Honourable Madam Justice Deborah Kumar-Chetty at the High Court at Georgetown via Zoom ID: 703 085 9517 and Passcode: DKCfamct1. IN DEFAULT of you filing an Acknowledgement of Service/Notice of Intention to Defend, an Answer and/ or Cross Petition the Court may proceed in your absence and may make any Order it considers appropriate, including granting the Divorce. The registry of the Family Division of the high court is located at the Law Courts (Georgetown, Demerara). The office is open to the public between 8:00 am and 3:30 pm Mondays to Thursdays and 8:00 am to 2:30 The Registry of the Family Division of the High Court is located at the Law Courts [Georgetown, Demerara]. The office is open to the public pm on Fridays except on public holidays and on such other days as the Registry is closed.
Dated the 23rd day of April, 2025
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Lethem through a public-private partnership, encompassing facilities for Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), and other petroleum products.
Further, the officials discussed the establishment of scholarships and exchange programmes between tertiary institutions in Guyana and the State of Roraima in the areas of agriculture, research and technology transfer.
The states also discussed improving systems and mechanisms to enhance efficiency in customs and immigration processing at the respective administrative offices at the Lethem- Bonfim border.
A Memorandum of Understanding to advance cooperation in the areas of mutual interest is to be finalized.
“Both sides stressed the importance and urgency for the completion of the second phase of the Linden-Lethem Road Project.
The two sides agreed to form a joint working group with clear objectives and timelines to implement the initiatives discussed and identify new opportunities for bilateral cooperation between public and private stakeholders,” the statement said.
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Pres. Ali touts hiring regional doctors, nurses
PresidentIrfaanAli has announced growing interest from regional medical professionals to work in Guyana as the government continues to expand and modernize the national healthcaresystem.
This announcement came on Friday evening duringthecommissioningof the new state-of-the-art Enmore Regional Hospital, valued at $6 6 billion, located on the East Coast of Demerara.
The Enmore Regional Hospital is the second such facilitycommissionedinthe last five years and is a key component of a broader $37.2 billion nationalhealth infrastructureinitiative.
This modern facility is the first of six regional hospitals to be constructed through a partnership
…as $6.6B Enmore Regional Hospital commissioned
between the Government of Guyana and China's
Sinopharm International, with construction led by VIKABEngineeringandthe C h i n a N a t i o n a l Pharmaceutical Group Corporation.Theagreement fortheprojectwassignedin 2022, and construction
CARICOM marks 52 years of regional integration
(Jamaica Observer) The Caribbean Community (CARICOM)marksits52nd anniversary today, CARICOM Day 2025, with a reflection on the region's shared history, culture, and aspirationsforthefuture.
In an official statement, the Community recognised its status as the oldest surviving integration movementglobally.
The achievements of past leade
highlighted as the foundation upon which current efforts toward progressandpeacecontinue tobuild.
“Thepastyearpresented significantchallengesforthe region,” the statement said, pointing to Hurricane Beryl and other climate-related eventsthatstrainedrecovery and development efforts Additional complications were noted from shifting global trade and tariff regimes and military conflicts in several internationalarenas.
“The ongoing situation inHaitiremainsaconsistent concern for both national and regional policymakers,” itadded.
beganin2023.
Equipped to deliver international-standard care, the hospital features 75 inpatientbedsinprivate,airconditioned rooms (five beds per suite), two advancedoperatingtheatres, a 24/7 emergency department, diagnostic services including CT scan, X-ray, ultrasound imaging, full-servicelaboratories,and dialysis machines The facility also boasts its own oxygen plant and water treatmentsystem.
Patientswillhaveaccess to a wide range of services, including gynecology, audiology, dentistry, o p h t h a l m o l o g y , psychological support, and
Enmore Regional Hospital
generalmedicine.
In his address, President Ali empha
that Guyana'shealthcaresectoris increasinglyattractingtalent from across the region, due in part to improvements in Guyana'shealthcare.
“Wenowhaveasituation in Guyana where regional graduates are seeking to come and work at our salaries. We are more and more becoming an attractive destination, not only for investments but for human capitalaswell,”hestated.
He added that the changes in salary and healthcare infrastructure are crea
encourages professionals to returnorrelocatetoGuyana.
“Today, salaries for healthcare workers are increasing. Nurses who had previouslyleftourshoresare now expressing interest in returning, and many have alreadydoneso.”
Currently, Guyanese doctors are heading various departments at the new hospital, and President Ali noted that even more medical professionals from across the region have expressed interest in joining Guyana's growing healthcare workforce
“There is no country in the region that is investing in healthcare human capital likeGuyana,”hedeclared.
Minister of Health Dr FrankAnthonysaidthatover 1,000healthcareworkersare currently employed at the Enmore facility He noted thatthehospitalhasnotonly improved healthcare deliverybuthasalsocreated employment opportunities thatarepositivelyimpacting families.
“More families will see an improved standard of income and an improved standard of living,” Dr Anthony stated. He further announced that six new regional hospitals are slated to be opened by the end of August, underscoring the government's commitment to expanding healthcare accessnationwide.
A s p a r t o f t h e anniversary observances, CARICOM Heads of Government are scheduled to meet in Montego Bay, Jamaica, for the 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference.
Key agenda items include citizen security, enhancement of the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME), and external trade negotiations.
Thesetopicsareexpectedto shape future policies intended to improve the quality of life for people
CARICOM reiterated that “collective action, guidedbysharedvaluessuch as democracy, the rule of law, and human rights, continues to support the region during times of change.” Practical examples cited included health collaborations during the COVID-19 pandemic, initiatives to boost food and nutrition security through agricultural investment, and unifiedadvocacyonclimate changeandclimatefinance.
acrosstheregion.
Acknowledgment was extended to CARICOM citizens and diaspora members for their ongoing role in advancing d e v e l o p m e n t a n d integration.
The contributions of young people were especially noted for their commitment to regionalism and their efforts to foster an inclusive and cohesive Community.
Thestatementconcluded by affirming CARICOM's historical record of achievement as evidence of the region's capacity for long-term growth, stability, andresilience.
Leadersurgedthatevery opportunity be seized to realise these goals for all citizens, regardless of race, religion,orlanguage.
IsraelexpandsGazano-gozones,kills138onFriday
(AL-JAZEERA) Israel
issues new forced
displacement threats for parts of Khan Younis in southern Gaza, as attacks across the besieged territory killdozensofPalestinians.
In addition to the 138 killed Palestinians brought to hospitals in the past 24 hours,another452wounded peoplesoughtmedicalcare.
Sixty-two fatalities brought to Gaza’s hospitals in the past 24 hours were killedwhileseekingaid;300 Palestinianaid-seekerswere amongthosewounded.
A number of victims remain under the rubble and onroadsbecauseemergency crews are unable to reach them. Sources at al-Awda Hospital in Nuseirat tell Al Jazeera that four aid seekers have been killed by Israeli fire near an aid distribution point in central Gaza, on Salahal-DinStreet,themain north-south thoroughfare in theStrip.
The UN’s agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) reports that 85 percent of Gaza is now within Israeli-militarised zones or under forced evacuationorders.
More than 714,000 Palestinians have been displaced yet again since Israel violated the ceasefire in March, according to the agency’slatestreport,which also warned that the fuel crisis in Gaza is deepening sincenofuelhasenteredthe enclave for more than four months.
“The health response in the Gaza Strip continues to face severe operational challenges, including extensive damage to health facilities, obstacles to safe movements and restrictions
on the entry of medical suppliesandfuel.”
The Israeli military reports that its invading ground forces now have direct military control over 65percentoftheGazaStrip. It said in a short statement that its soldiers killed more than 100 “terrorists” over the past week, and that the military campaign in the besieged enclavewillcontinue.
As we reported earlier, the UN’s agency for
Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) said about 85 percent of Gaza’s total area is now part of Israel’s militarised zones or under forcedevacuationorders.
Thirty more Palestinian families from a Bedouin community in the occupied West Bank have fled their homes, following repeated assaults and harassment from Israeli settlers under the protection of Israeli forces, the Wafa news agencyisreporting.
As reported earlier, 20 familiesfromtheal-Mleihat Bedouincommunity,located
northwest of Jericho in the east of the occupied West Bank,hadpreviouslypacked uptheirpossessionsandfled their homes, following an escalation in attacks by Israeli settlers in recent weeks. Prior to the forced displacement, the community was home to 85 families, numbering about 500people.
One woman, Alia alMleihat, told Wafa that her family was forced to flee to theAqbatJabrrefugeecamp, southofJericho,afterarmed settlers threatened her and otherfamiliesatgunpoint.
Hassan al-Mleihat, general coordinator of the Al-Baidar Organization for the Defense of Bedouin Rights, said the remaining familieswerealsopreparing to leave amid the escalating aggression from Israeli settlers, which included beatings,theftandpoisoning of livestock, blocking of roads and destruction of tents. The harassment was carried out under the protection of Israeli authorities,hesaid.
Hamas submits ‘positive response’ to ceasefire proposal in major step towards a deal
Ha m a s announced on Friday that it had “submitted a positive response”toaproposalfora 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, opening the path toward a dealtohalttheconflictafter monthsoffailedefforts.
Hamas has “submitted a positive response to the mediators, and the
movement is fully prepared to immediately enter into a round of negotiations regarding the m e c h a n i s m f o r implementing this framework,” the group saidinastatement Israel had previously accepted the US-sponsored
framework, which means the two sides are now expected to enter final, detailed negotiations before a ceasefire agreement is officiallyreached.
Ofthe50Israelihostages remaining in Gaza, the proposalcallsfortherelease of10livinghostagesand18 deceased during the ceasefire.
On the first day of the ceasefire, Hamas would releaseeightlivinghostages in exchange for an unspecified number of Palestinian prisoners and detainees.
Following the release, Israel would withdraw from parts of northern Gaza, and
the two sides would begin negotiations toward a permanentceasefire.
The release of the hostages is to take place without any Hamas ceremoniesorfanfare.
The remaining hostages would be released on four more dates specific in the proposal.
Efforts to secure a ceasefir
i
nsified following the 12-day conflict between Israel and Iranlastmonth.
Qatar, a key negotiator, immediatelylaunchedanew round of indirect talks betweenIsraelandHamasto find a “middle ground” basedonpreviousproposals.
APalestinian man looks on at the site of an Israeli attack on Thursday that damaged and destroyed residential buildings in Gaza City’s Shati refugee camp, July 4, 2025 [Mahmoud Issa/Reuters]Gaza death 2 [Mahmoud Issa/Reuters]
Frompage25 thousands of cases and challenged many decisions madebyjudgesandtheDPP.
An outstanding Lawyer... West Coast Warriors beat Empire Cricket Club to maintain dominance at NYNCL 30-over tournament
West Coast Warriors made light work of Empire
Cricket Club after registering a commanding, 85-run win to maintain their dominance in this year’s New York National Cricket League (NYNCL) 30-over round-robin competition on
Sunday at Roy Wilkins venue.
Much to the elation of their fans, West Coast Warriorsrecordedeightwins now from nine games with oneabandonedfixturedueto rain. Warriors tallied up a sufficient248alloutin29.5
overs having won the toss and decided to take first strike.
Empire Cricket Club respondedwith163alloutin the26thover
Again, West Coast Warriors’ skipper Kevin Christian led from the front
with a delightful 72. The formerGuyanayouthplayer
Christian having a remarkable season after already with five halfcenturies and a hundred and admirably leading the runsrankingswith580runs.
He was typically aggressivebyknockingnine fours and three sixes having battedfor51balls.
Saturday July 05, 2025
ARIES(Mar.21–Apr.19)
A close loved one may express displeasure with the way things are,Aries. Maybe there'ssometensionintheair Things could get rather explosive. There's a feeling urgingotherstoact.
TAURUS(Apr.20–May20)
Fire up today, Taurus, and let your spirit fly. You have a greatdealofammunitionthat encouraging you to take c h a r g e . L e t y o u r adventuresome spirit roam whereveritpleases.
GEMINI(May21–June20)
Put your reservations aside, Gemini, and go for the thing your heart desires most Throwcautiontothewindand make it happen Today's energy urges you to take charge of your life and conquernewterritory
CANCER(June21–July22)
There may be tremendous changes in store for you, Cancer Connect with something futuristic and far out There may be some roadblocksintheway
LEO(July23–Aug.22)
Beboldandaggressivetoday, Leo. Even if this isn't in your nature,dynamicactioncanbe rewarding on a day like this. People will be delighted to hearfromyou.Youropinionis precious.
VIRGO(Aug.23–Sept.22)
Love is on your side today, Virgo, and all romantic and social situations are favored. Thisistheperfecttimetotake theleadoncreativeprojectsor anythingrequiringakeeneye forbeauty
LIBRA(Sept.23–Oct.22)
Certain love and romance matters may cause some tension, Libra. Inflated egos may get in the way of importantcommunicationthat needs to take place for harmony between you and yourromanticpartner
SCORPIO(Oct.23–Nov.21)
Take charge of your life, Scorpio. The more action you take, the more alive you will feel.Maybeyouwilldecideto haveacareeronthestage.This is the kind of day when you needmorevarietythanusual.
SAGIT(Nov.22–Dec.21)
Don'thide,Sagittarius.Thisis your time to come out of the shadows There's a spark withinthat'surgingyoutoact. Move forward and worry abouttheconsequenceslater.
CAPRI(Dec.22–Jan.19)
This is a terrific day for you, Capricorn.Yourmoodisgood andeverythingisflowingyour way Thefirewithinisburning hot.Youwilltaketheleadrole ineveryproduction.
AQUARIUS (Jan 20–Feb 18)Thisisyourday,Aquarius, sodon'tletanyonetakeitaway from you. The key will be to get a head start on whatever goalsyouwishtoaccomplish. Don't waste time thinking about exactly how you're goingtoaccomplishthem.
PISCES(Feb.19–Mar 20)
It may seem like close loved ones are trying to pick a fight with you today, Pisces. There may tend to be a "me first" attitude stirring up a pot of trouble.
He was the first Lawyer togetbailforhisclientwho was on remand for murder He challenged decision of the DPP and got them reversed.
Bacchus worked every day including holidays. He was described as one of a kind, was selfless in his doing and in pursuit for justice Hailed as a distinguished and respected member of Guyana’s legal fraternity who served the people of Guyana with unwaveringdedication.
Healsosharedaprolific, 102-run stand with opener Youghestir Bachan who contributed a scintillating , 44-ball 55 (10X4) after Warriors lost Brandon Cabose (2) with only four runsontheboard.
Christiandepartedat1643 to signal a collapse as offspinner Kumar Joseph bamboozled several batsmen to finish with impressive figures of 6-31 from his maximum 6 overs on a pitch that was offering variable bounce The consistent Avi Dhanpaul added 31 for the victorious side while Rajin Rahoman was left not out on 22 when the first-innings completed Empire Cricket Club struggled for early momentum as they were tottering at 15-2 The innings furtherdeclinedat58-5inface of some disciplined bowling bytheWarriors
Jamel Parillon provided resistance with 35 though and Mohamed Shaw also displayed a fighting effort with25.
Tidy off-spinner Avi Dhanpaul was the top-bowler for West Coast Warriors by snatching 3-24 from 3 5 economicalovers
Vaickesh Dhaniram, another slow-bowler, supportedDhanpaulwith2-20 (4)whilepacerJavedShafeek, who instigated the early wobble, also accounted for two victims but he conceded 35 runs from four overs Kumar was named player-ofthe-match for his outstanding bowling performance despite inalosingcause Meanwhile, the16-teamcompetitionwill have a halt this Sunday owing to the Holiday (Independence Day) but the action will resume July 13 withanumberofmatches.
Warriors will collide with New York City Stallions while Empire CricketClubissettomeetup TricountyCricketClub.
reported in the West Indian Reports. He was the lawyer mostofhiscolleaguesturnto forguidance.
Bacchus was admired tremendously,describedasa legal eagle who lived his purpose and one who dedicated his life to a noble profession. His legacy will live on in the lives he touched. The void left by himwillbedifficulttofill.
Tributes have poured in from all quarters in Guyana and overseas. The Berbice Cricket Board joins in ex
condolences to his wife and c
Mr. Bacchus argued numerous high-profile cases, many of which are
ng Attorney-at-Law Patricia Bacchus,andallwhogrieve hisloss.Mayhissoulrestin eternalpeace
Berbice Cricket Board Awards Ceremony
GudakeshMotie,ShenikaGrimmondtop maleandfemaleawardees
BySamuelWhyte
The Berbice Cricket Board(BCB)helditsawards ceremonyonSaturdayatthe St. Francis Community Development Centre, Port
Mou
ant, Corentyne Berbice.Anumberofawards
w
c
ic
eters, clubs, administrators and donors among others for their contribution to the BCB for 2024.
The ceremony was attended by Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport
C
Resources and Patron of the Berbice Cricket Board
(BCB) Vickram Bharrat, Regional Executive Officer Region six, Narendra Persaud, President of the Guyana Cricket Board Bissoondyal Singh, former West Indies cricketers Devendra Bishoo and
Jamaican Marlon Samuels among others. Giving the featureaddresswasMinister Charles Ramson He congratulated the awardees and the BCB for organizing the event and spoke about what the Government is
- Test players Shamar Joseph and Kevin Sinclair also recognised
Singhspokeofthestrong tradition of Berbice cricket over the years. He highlighted plans of the GCBtoassistingtheBCBin the future. Among those plans are Cricket development, the expansion of coaching clinics, school competitions and talent identificationprogrammes.
doing for cricket and cricketers.
Theministerremindedof the past greats of Berbice and encouraged the present cricketerstouptheirgameto emulate what was achieved before. He said that Guyana is a country with a small populationandBerbicemay have the distinction of producing the most test playerspercapita.
Minister Ramson reminisced on 1975 when West Indies won the first cricketWorldCup.Theteam was led by Guyanese Sir CliveLloyd.Therewerefive Guyanese in the squad with three Berbicians, notably Roy Fredericks, Rohan Kanhai and Alvin Kallicharrantheotherplayer beingLanceGibbs, Ramson said that cricket is our number one sport and wemustinvestinit. Hesaid thatStadiumsarebeingbuilt at Albion and Palmyra in Berbice, in Linden and in AnnaRegina,Essequibo.
The minister stated that, “We possess the capabilities to be the best in the world but, making the team is just the start ” Minister of Natural Resources and PatronoftheBCB,Vickram Bharrat, in a wide raging address told the awardees to never give up on their dreams.Hestatedthat,“Our cricketers have to be trained in off-field aspects of their cricket- discipline, public speaking and etiquette among others. Education is keyhenoted.
He questioned why Berbice is not reproducing their youth level success to theseniorinter-countylevel. Bharrat, a former cricketer, has agreed to sponsor two weeks of coaching across Berbice GCB President, Bissoondyal Singh, congratulated all the awardeesandrecognisedthe hardworkoftheBCB.
He stated that the GCB will spend $400,000 in sponsoring six full-time academies with coaches across the county for both and girls and boys ages sevento17.Atwodaysfirst division club competition will be sponsored, while the GCB has increased its subventiontotheBCBfrom $2.5Mto$5Mperannum.
All other expenditures, including wages, will be fullypaidbytheGCB.
Regional Executive Officer Narendra Persaud in his remarks, congratulated the awardees and the BCB for organizing the event. He highlighted the contribution made by the Regional Administration in assist the BCB and cricketers in general. President of the BCBDrCecilBeharryinhis addressstatedthat,“Wetook over a Board under a cloud ofsuspicionwithafinancial audithangingoverourheads butwehaveusedthisauditto our advantage ” He highlightedachievementsof the BCB over the year and plansfortheyear2025.
Hethankedallthosewho supported including Dr Allister Denbow and Dr Tulsi Dyal Singh for their sponsorship over the years. Healsosoughteverysupport goingforward.
Former West Indies star, Marlon Samuels, was a specialguestatthefunction. Also spoke to the gathering and congratulated the awardees and the BCB for organizingtheactivity
The awardees were -The senior male cricketer of the year went to Junior Sinclair oftheRoseHallTownYouth andSportClub(RHTYSC).
The senior female cricketer of the Year award went to Sheneta Grimmond oftheRHTYSC.WestIndies left-arm spinner Gudakesh Motie was named the internationalcricketerofthe year West Indies pacer Shamar Joseph received the
award for the best ‘International Performance’ of the year, with his 7-68 againstAustralia.TheUnder 19 Cricketer of the Year is Rampersaud Ramnauth. The femaleUnder-19Cricketerof the Year is Crystal Durant Theunder-17cricketerofthe year is Afraz Ali Budhu Under-15 Cricketer of the Year is Adrian Hetmyer, while the under-13 cricketer oftheYearisLeonReddy
Themostimprovedjunior Cricketer of the Year is Gilbert Griffith The most Improved female cricketer is Danielle Manns The most Disciplined cricketer is Okasie Boyce Junior Performance of the year award went to Romario Ramdeholl.
The Second Division Player of the Year for West BerbiceisKevonJawahir,for New Amsterdam /Canje is Ramnarine Jugisteer, for Upper Corentyne its Trevon Sukhu, while for Central Corentyne its Naresh Kissoon.WestIndiesselectee Kevlon Anderson got a specialawardforoutstanding and consistent performance Test Player Kevin Sinclair also received an award for outstandingperformance Guyana U-19 Female captain Realeanna Grimmond and U19 female player Trisha Hardat also receivedspecialawards.
Former West Indies pacer and current Guyana female coach, Tremayne Smartt,coppedtheCoachof the Year award Imran Moakanwas namedUmpire of the Year The RHTYSC was named the senior Club of the Year Junior Club of the Year is Rose Hall CommunityCentre.
Second Division Clubs of theYear awards went toforWestBerbiceCottonTree Diehard, for NA/Canje Tucber Park, for Central Corentyne to Whim Community Centre and for UpperCorentynetoNumber 70 Sparta. The BCB inducted long serving AdministratorAngelaHaniff intoitsHallofFame. Sponsors recognized include Dr Frank Denbow, Dr Tulsi Dyal Singh, Beharry, Anil Lalsa, Orvin Mangru, LGSS Alumni, Wazir Ali and Romario Shepherd.
Some of the awardees and officials present at the conclusion of the BCB event.
Th e P e t r a -
ExxonMobil
Under-14 Boys’ and Girls’ Football Championship resumes today at the Ministry of Education ground with round two of the nation’s most thrilling schools’ footballtournament.
Nowinitssixthyear,the championship promises another action-packed day, featuring 10 exciting girls’ matches and 16 highly anticipated boys’ fixtures. With both divisions vying foragrandprizeof$400,000 andcovetedbraggingrights,
Sixteen Boy’s U14 clashes set to conclude Round-2 action
today’s matches mark another crucial step toward crowning the 2025 champions. The tournament kicked off in style with 26 matches lastweekend.
ExxonMobil U-14 Schools Football Championship
kick off at 10:00 AM with Bartica Secondary facing Vryman’s Erven Secondary That will be followed by Chase’s Academic Foundationvs. Yarrowkabra Secondary, and Good Hope taking on New Campbellville Secondary
EastRuimveldtSecondary
Theboys’divisionaction beginsat10:45AM,starting with Three Mile Secondary vs Dolphin Secondary M
against New Central High, followed by MacKenzie Highvs. Vreed-en-Hoop Other key clashes include Marian Academy Boys vs. Hope Secondary, Abram Zuil vs. Bygeval Secondary, and St John’s College vs La VentureSecondary
Brickdam Secondary will face Good Hope Secondary, whilethefinalmatchesofthe day include Charity vs North Ruimveldt, Christ Churchvs. Cotton Field Secondary, Chase Academic vs. East Ruimveldt, and Waramuri vs.LodgeSecondary
Secondary,andCottonField Secondary all secured early
n g performances from schools like Chase Academic Foundation, Waramuri Secondary, and St Joseph High have already set the tone, sending a clear message with dominant openingdisplaysacrossboth divisions.
This weekend will featureatotalof42matches, with 26 more games scheduled for tomorrow (Sunday).
Today’s girls’ fixtures
In the girls’ division, teams such as Marian Academy, New Central High, St Joseph High, West Minster, and Vryman’s Erven Secondary got off to winning starts. On the boys’ side,St John’s College,East Ruimveldt,WestRuimveldt, West Demerara, New Amsterdam, Dolphin Secondary, Abram Zuil, Three Mile, Charity
National Junior Cricketer benefits from ‘Cricket Gear for young and promising cricketers in Guyana’ Project
Prolific national youth all round cricketer, Romario Ramdeholl, once again benefits from this noble initiative done jointly by AnilBeharryofGuyanaand KishanDasoftheUSA.The Rose Hall Community Center CC right arm off spinner and right-handed batsman,wastherecipientof one cricket bat, one pair of thigh pad and one pair of battinggloves.
Ramdeholl, who was recently named vice captain of the national under19 team, is tipped to be the captainoftheunder17team, arareaccomplishmentinthe history of Guyana youth
cricket He expressed gratitude for the gear and continued assistance from this project and promised to do well in the upcoming juniorregionaltournaments.
This project has been following the career of this talented young cricketer at all levels, and is impressed with his exceptional talent, hencethesupport.
This project will continuetoimprovethelives of youths in every community We are pleased tobepartofthedevelopment of young cricketers in Guyana. Our aim is to keep them off the streets and get them actively involved in sports,cricketinparticular Anyone interested in contributing can contact AnilBeharryon623-6875or K i s h a n D a s o n +17186640896.
17th running of the Guyana Cup...
Frompage24 again bring the premiere event to Guyana with the Guyana Cup& Super Concert. Rising Sun Turf Club is being prepared for one of the most spectacular presentations everattemptedinthisregion.”
“Wehavesparednoexpensetoensureall our patrons enjoy the packed day of Horse Racing & Entertainment. Come out in your
thousands and celebrate, not only the sport butthecultureandcommunitythatsurrounds it The event will also feature live entertainment, cultural displays and activities for all ages, making it a spectacle forsportsloversandtourists.Lastly,Iwantto urge patrons to buy tickets from recognised ticket sellers only - those are advertised on theJumboJetEventspage.”
Later in the day, Marian Academywillhuntasecond win against Charlestown Secondary, Christ Church faces Dolphin Secondary in match #6, and New Central HighmeetsWestMinster St Joseph High aims to remain unbeaten as they clash with Bush Lot Secondary, while Waramuri Secondary will square off againstVreed-enHoopSecondary
The final girls’ match sees Abram Zuil taking on
Additional matchups in this division, include; West Demeraravs. YarrowkabraBoys,Bush Lot vs Charlestown, Leonora vs.Annandale, and West Ruimveldt taking on a strongStJosephHighoutfit.
The 2025 PetraExxonMobil Under-14 Football Championship is made possible through the generous sponsorship of ExxonMobil and supporting partners including Stena Drilling, MVP Sports, SkyTec, Demerara Mutual, andI-CeeSoftDrink. The tournament is officially sanctioned by the Ministry of Education and endorsed by the Ministry of Culture,YouthandSport.
Romario Ramdeholl
17th running of the Guyana Cup tipped to be the biggest year
The countdown has begun for the most anticipated horse racing event of the year, the 17th editionofTheGuyanaCup & Super Concert 2025. Patrons will be treated to the thrills, speed and e x c i t e m e n t o f internationally acclaimed horses from winning bloodlinesworldwide.
The biggest names and stablesfromacrossGuyana will clash for the glory and prestige of the main event, ‘The Guyana Cup’ on Sunday, 17thAugust, 2025 at the historic Rising Sun Turf Club in Region Five, Berbice.
Theeventhascemented its status as Guyana’s premierhorseracingevent, drawing top competitors and fans from across the country and the Caribbean.
This year’s edition promises to be bigger and more thrilling than ever, withafulldayofracingand entertainment The GuyanaCupwillshowcase 11racecategories,whichis expected to attract a massive patronage with all eyes set on Olympic Kremlin,lastyear’swinner
The gates will open at 9:00hrs with an array of new attractions and VIP layoutsthatareexpectedto amuse all in attendance.
This year, patrons can look forward to the introduction oftheBanksVillage,which will be an interactive and immersiveexperiencefrom the major brands of Banks DIH. Families can expect lots of giveaways from product sampling, bouncy castles and novelty games.
This year, the purse was doubled to a recordb r e a k i n g
GYD$50,000,000, which will guarantee the stiffest competition in a single event in the history of Guyana.
Through the fusion of H o r s e R a c i n g & Entertainment, especially from the huge success in 2022 and 2023, a mega concert will showcase the best in Soca, Chutney & Dancehall that will commenceat19:00hrs.The early bird tickets are now available nationwide and willbeofferedwhilestocks last.
The organisers have assured patrons through their social media advertisingthatticketswill bedeliveredacrossGuyana to ensure patrons have a hassle-freeexperience.
When contacted, event promoter Nasrudeen ‘Jr’
Mohamed indicated, “We’reexcitedtoonce
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Seales’ late strikes, King’s 75 puts Australia under pressure
(ESPN Cricinfo) - A dramatic conclusion to the second day in Grenada put Australia under severe pressure as Jayden Seales removed both openers after WestIndieshadlimitedtheir deficit to 33 Australia’s bowlers shared the success but Brandon King’s maiden Test fifty and lower-order resistance lifted the home side before the visitors’toporder was put under the pumpagain.
West Indies had extended their first innings to the point that Australia had an awkward 35 minutes before the close Sam Konstas couldn’t make it to the end of the first over Lookingtoforcethroughthe off side from the back foot, playingawayfromhisbody, hedraggedintohisstumpsto leave much for him to ponder ahead of the final TestinJamaica. It was tough against the new ball. Cameron Green’s firstdeliveryrearedathimat hittheshoulderofthebatas he tried to avoid it but it landed short of the slips. Then Usman Khawaja received one that scuttled from Shamar Joseph but wasn’tstraight. However,inSeales’next overKhawajawascaughton the crease from round the wicket, a familiar line of attackthathastroubledhim,
Brandon King got to his maiden Test fifty (AFP/Getty Images)
andwasplumblbw-burning areviewindesperation.
Green and nightwatcher Nathan Lyon, who took a blowonthearminthedying moments of the day, were able to make it through to stumps but Australia were sittingfarfromcomfortably West Indies had been twice building a foothold in theirinningsat111for3and then 169 for 4 - the latter after a promising stand was formed between King and ShaiHope.
Pat Cummins, who earlier in the day claimed a stunning caught-andbowled to remove Keacy Carty,brokethroughatakey time and further swift wickets left the home side wellbehind.
However, Alzarri and Shamar Joseph added 51, a stand littered with some powerful hitting, before the last-wicket pair of Seales and Anderson Phillip survived10overs.
Travis Head ended the innings with the day’s third return catch, a sharp low effort. Unlike in Barbados, batting did appear more comfortable when the ball got softer although there remained assistance for the quicks, and signs of unevenness. Lyon, who sent down a 17-over spell, also extractedsomebounce.
and profiting from the positive mindset which included a pulled six off Hazlewood But his dismissal was a soft one, walking down the pitch at Beau Webster and looking to clear the on side but onlyfindingmid-on.
King, who showed his strength through the off side, and captain Roston Chase took West Indies through to lunch without further loss, with King taking on Lyon with two boundaries in the last over of the session But in the first over after the break, Hazlewood earned an lbw against Chase when Australia correctly opted to useareview
Bad light had denied Australia the chance of a quick burst at West Indies’ top order the previous night buttheywastedlittletimein making inroads in the morning when Josh Hazlewoodheldalowreturn catch to dismiss Kraigg Brathwaite for a duck in his 100thTest.
It meant three singlef i g u r e s c o r e s f o r Brathwaite in the series and while the landmark Test is a fine achievement there are significant questions around his output
Forjusttheeighthtime in Test history, the first two wickets of an innings fell to return catchesalthough that phrasing hardly does justice to Cummins’ outstanding effort
Carty got an inside edge into his pad which looped towards the vacant short leg area; Cummins changed direction in his follow through, made it to the other side of the pitch, dived and got his right hand under the ball - as confirmed by the TV
u m p i r e . I t w a s a
breathtaking piece of athleticism from Australia’s captain. John Campbell had taken an aggressive route, riding some luck
West Indies initially took the honours in the afternoon session during a proactive stand of 58 betweenKingandHope King took on a short delivery from Hazlewood and pulled him over midwicket for six on the way to a 77-ball halfcentury, brought up with a slash against Mitchell Starc His absorbing contest with Lyon continued, too, when he danceddownthepitchand deposited him straight for twosixes.
It was a threatening stand for Australia but as so often, Cummins struck when needed It was a wonderful set-up of Hope: the ball before he had made one straighten to beattheoutsideedge,then nipped one back between bat and pad with Hope’s feetstuckinthecrease.
Next over, King’s impressive innings ended whenglovedadeliverywith extra bounce from Lyon down the leg side. Initially given not out on the field, Green at midwicket was convinced it had been touchedandStevenSmith,at the time in charge with Cummins off the field, calledfortheDRS.
WhenJustinGreavesgot an inside edge into his pad that popped up to Alex Carey, Australia appeared set for a significant lead but the stand between the Josephscutintothat.
Theythoughttheinnings was over on 247 when Phillip was given lbw sweeping at Lyon but it had turned too much and was missingleg.
Alisande Jaiserrisingh representing Guyana at FIBA Adelante Forum in Chile
Al i s a n d e
Jaiserrisingh,
C o a c h o f Queen’s College’s basketball team, is currently representing the Guyana Basketball Federation (GBF) at the prestigious FIBA Americas Adelante Forum, held alongside the FIBA Women’s AmeriCup 2025inSantiago,Chile.
According to the GBF,
t h e 1 9 - y e a r- o l d ’s participationsignalsanother bold step in its mission to
e l e v a t e f e m a l e representation and leadershipinthesport.
Running from July 2–5, the in-person gathering builds on two earlier virtual sessions and centers on analyzing data-driven strategies to overcome persistent barriers to women’s basketball in the Americas.
Adelante 3.0, the latest edition of FIBA’s female empowerment initiative, aims to prepare women for
leadership roles within basketball federations
through mentorship, education, and real-world projects.
This year’s forum theme focuses on expanding lifelong participation in girls’ and women’
objective for growing the sport’sglobalfootprint.
Research highlights that fans of women’s basketball often hav
playing experience themselves, and the sport’s rising popularity hinges on more consistent investment and media exposure.
“ To c o n v i n c e stakeholders, we need a stronger pipeline,” said FIBA Americas Vice PresidentPatrickHaynes. Haynes, who also serves as General Secretary of the GBF, “More players mean larger audiences, better talent pools for national teams, and sustainable growth.”
Meanwhile, Michael Singh, president of the GBF added that Jaiserrisingh insights will be invaluable “as we work to break down barriers and create more opportunities for women in
basketball. This isn’t just about the present, it’s about building a legacy for future generations.”
Jaiserrisingh,whoisalso the assistant coach for the Panthers Basketball Club,
joins delegates from across the region to analyze player feedback and develop actionablestrategiestailored toeachcountry’sneeds.
The GBF noted, that insights gathered will supporttheireffortstoboost recruitment, retention, and professional opportunities forfemaleathletes.
Guyana’sinvolvementin the Adelante programme is part of a broader push for genderequity,withtheGBF pointing out that former participants Sileena Arjune and Shauna Chester laid the groundwork for current i n i t i a t i v e s , a n d Jaiserrisingh’s contribution continues to build on that legacy A b o u t A l i s a n d e
Jaiserrisingh: Alisande
h is an exceptional young leader whose accomplishments spanacademics,thearts,and sport.
As a student of Queen’s College,shewasrecognized
as Guyana’s Top Principles of Business Student and ranked among theTop 10 in the Caribbean, earning the Private Sector Commission Prize for Most Outstanding BusinessStudent.
A recipient of the Queen’s College Medal and School ColoursAwards, she was also honoured as the British High Commissioner fortheDayin2023andwon t h e G E I T I E s s a y Competition.
Alisande is a published poet, with her piece “Where is the Justice?” featured in a Caribbeananthology In basketball, she has twice captained Guyana’s U17 Female National Team and now plays for the Demerara Panthers Female Club.
Adedicatedyouthcoach, she mentors teams at Queen’s College and the SchooloftheNationsacross multiple categories, earning theYBG-NSBF2024Coach Award.
An outstanding Lawyer and excellent sportsman: Tributes pour in for Murseline Muchu Bacchus
With a dream of changinghisvillagefromthe stigma that permeated it, renowned attorney at Law, Senior Council Murseline Bacchus went a far way in achievingthatobjective.
Murseline Bacchus, AKA Muchu Bacchus, was oneofakind.BornatLot90 Sheet Anchor Village, East Canje, Berbice. Bacchus lived all his life at the same address, with an office at Charlotte Street, New Amsterdam.Hewas83years oldwhenhediedrecently
Although he reached immeasurable heights to become one of the leading attorneys in Guyana, he was notbornwitha‘goldspoon’ in his mouth. Coming from humble beginnings, the simple village boy, always wanted to do things that had lasting effects in his village andpeople.
He began working as a legal clerk even before attending Berbice High School in the evenings to pursue his GCE education where he excelled. He also succeeded at his advance
levelsubjects. He then attended the University of Guyana, then totheUniversityoftheWest Indies, before going to the Hugh Wooding Law School where he graduated with honours.
He was in the first batch of Guyanese lawyers to be trainedintheWestIndies50
years ago. Among others were Mayo Robertson. The late Chief Justice Ian Chang wasoneyearhisjunior They paved the way for generations of Caribbeantrainedlawyerstofollow Bacchus was not only about legal matters. He was on top of his game in all aspectsofcurrentaffairs.
According to his longtimefriendandvillager, retire GDF Warrant Officer BunnyStewart,Bacchuswas seenasarolemodelinSheet Anchorandnearbyvillages. Stewart, who now lives overseas, was among the GDF ranks that hoisted the Guyana Flag on Guyana gaining Independence in
1966 He is the only surviving member of that expedition. He stated that Bacchus paid for his early education.
Bacchus excelled in sports. He was a lover of birdsandanexcellentcook.
He shone in Cricket. He founded the Sheet Anchor Youths Cricket Club. He captained, served as the wicketkeeperandopenedthe batting for the team. He did likewise for the Vooburgh CricketClubthatwentonto win the Taylor Cup Cricket Competition in Berbice Bacchus was equally as dynamic in the softball arena.
He played Billiards, Poker, Pools, Cards, Dominoesallwithsuccess.
He was a member of a number of sporting organizations including the Berbice cricket board. He was a founding member of the Young Warriors Cricket club.Hewasalsoafounding member of the Flying Ace Cycling Club where he served as Vice President untilhispassing.
Acommunity and sports
activist, Bacchus was a cricket enthusiast until his passing.
As a Philanthropist, he assistedmostofwhomcome for help. He would help promote and sponsor activitiesinadditiontodoing a number of cases pro bono. He is owed millions of dollars.
Renowned for his work in Guyana. He served the legal profession with distinction for five decades. He excelled in all speres of law
Mr Bacchus was from the old school. He did most of his research from books. Practitioners and judges alike, benefitted from his researchandskills.
Appointed Senior Counsel by President David Granger in 2020 and inducted into the Inner Bar the same year, he was the only Berbician to be bestowed with Senior Counsel in decades and was theonlyoneatthetimeofhis passing.
His achievements were extraordinary Hedid
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BYSAMUELWHYTE
Attorney at law and Senior Council Murseline Bacchus third from left sitting with Wicketkeeper’s apparel after leading his team to victory in a cricket competition in Berbice. Mr Bunny Stewart is sitting at left.
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