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Kaieteur News Printed and Published by National Media & Publishing Company Ltd. 24 Saffon Street, Charlestown, Georgetown, Guyana. Publisher: GLENN LALL-TEL: 624-6456 Editor: Sharmain Grainger Tel: 225-8465, 225-8491. Fax: 225-8473, 226-8210

EDITORIAL

Lawsuits It seems that more and more that the truly independent and straight-talking sections of the media are forced to come to grips with the troubling environment they must exist in, particularly as it relates to the crippling realities under which they must operate. It is that no matter how kindly one looks at it, the Fourth Estate is compelled to function with one arm tied behind its back, one eye looking over its shoulder, the other watching out for the politicians and one foot shackled. That is because of politicians who do not hesitate to use the courts to bludgeon into submission and silence, those clear thinking and nationally minded sections of the media. They do so through the forceful and questionable use of the law to whip others into shapes that speak of abject surrender. An examination of long past history and recent times indicates that politicians of all stripes, on most occasions, rush forward with sword held aloft in the intimidating, cornering and broad siding of the press sections that they deem non-cooperative and critical. In other words, sections of the press that are too frank and/or too critical in their coverage. Thus, there has been the filing of lawsuits by politicians from both the government of the day, or from the opposition of the hour. If it is not of the actual lawsuits announced, it is the menace of lawsuits taken to another level, in that they are there and that they will be used at the slightest blink of an eye. To cow into kowtowing, to squeeze and strangle into submitting and yielding by the sections of the media that are found too loud, too worrisome, too revealing and too piercing. The lawsuit and the courts are resorted to, so as to get even and to settle scores. This is when there was neither malice intended, nor premeditation involved. It is only that there is fulfilling of the sacred obligations that comes with the territory of being an ethical media presence and a principled media practitioner. These elements are not for sale; they cannot be negotiated away, or bartered for the joy and satisfaction of those in the political realm. So, if it is the courts that must be, then it will have to be, to get to the bottom of what is now one uneven mass of misinterpretations, of greater and greater confusions, and of the reflexive suspicions that the knives are out and the objectives are no media truths, no media exposures, no media objections. Those are huge mouthfuls to contemplate, more challenging still on which to chew and bring great difficulty to swallow in quiet and humble satisfaction. The world doesn’t work this way. This business of reporting facts and truths and circumstances, as they occur and as they are, cannot be done this way. If it is, or the politicians say that it should be so, then it cannot be delivered in the manner that they have in mind. Through what is favourable only, in what is positive only, via what is glowing and supporting only. So, since this must be done and delivered in one way only and not merely because we say so, then there has to be readying to face the fires that come. This is however they come, whatever they bring, wherever they lead. It is simply a matter of standards, of the honour and dignity and the occupational decency as well, with which we must perform the duties, demanding or routine, stormy or serene and disputed or friendly. The bottom-line is this: wherever this takes us, there we will have to go. As we consider all of this, something is becoming clearer. It is that our libel laws are more than antiquated; it is that they are clumsy and provide a sufficiency of openings and leeway through which an oil tanker can be driven. This is because they possess enough of the grey and the ghostly that any hat can be hung upon them and almost with impunity. It is definite that we are in urgent need of some baseline, of some essential clarity, on what is what, where is where and where we can go. Clearly, our politicians in Guyana have declared war on the sections of the media that dare to confront and call them out for either having no clothes, or for failing to stand up and honour the requirements of their offices in the noblest of manners. It is going to be a hard and bitter one; one that is going to lead down blind alleys in this country and then further afield in the seas beyond. At the end of the day, we all have to stand for something. To be about something and that is what will be the first and final tests of us all. We go forth with strength and the confidence that comes from such thinking, convictions.

Lessons from local history DEAR EDITOR, Those who choose to enlighten the peoples of Guyana or to condemn President Ali for saying “Let us remember that every group that came (to Guyana) did so for improvement, did so to have improved living conditions, did so that successive generations will be better off” should check the history of the British Guiana work force of indentured labourers. The first set of indentured labourers to British Guiana was the Madeiran Portuguese. They arrived in British Guiana as indentured immigrants on May 3, 1835, bringing their agricultural expertise and their Catholic faith, which contributed to the growth and expansion of the Roman Catholic Church in the colony. Many of these labourers did not adapt well to the climate and suffered from a high mortality rate. In particular, those from Malta, who were indentured to Hibernia in Essequibo, suffered badly and their social conditions deteriorated so very rapidly that the Governor cancelled their indentures and arranged for them to be shipped back to Malta. Because of the growing need for labourers for the sugar estates, some planters

decided to recruit Chinese especially during the period between 1848 and 1851, when Indian immigration was suspended. Fourteen thousand Chinese arrived in British Guiana on 39 vessels bound from Hong Kong to fill the labour shortage on the sugar plantations. There were also some Chinese immigrants who were not interested in working as sugar cane farmers, because they felt the pace of work was too demanding. In May 1860 several of them left their estate (near to Georgetown) and marched to the city to protest their working conditions to James Crosby, the Immigration Agent General. At La Penitence they were stopped by mounted police who beat them and forced them to turn back. Those who did not want to work on the plantations had the options of buying their way out of their contract, escaping from the estates, or committing suicide. The first option was expensive since the labourers were earning only $4 a month. There were many cases of Chinese who escaped from the estates. Many of them managed to reach Charlestown, which was becoming the local “Chinatown,” but they were eventually caught and

imprisoned for 30 days and returned to their places of work from where they usually escaped again. There was also an unusually high rate of suicides among Chinese men and it is determined that a dislike of plantation work was the cause. Indian immigration to the British West Indies was triggered by Great Britain’s decision in the 1830’s to outlaw the enslavement of labour brought from Africa. Newly emancipated Black slaves were suddenly able to choose where to live and what to do, which led sugar plantation owners to look elsewhere. After recruiting from Portugal, China and other countries, colonial recruitment turned to British India. The indentured labour system became the replacement system for slavery in British Guiana. Persisting for 75 years, this system of indentured servitude presented its own forms of injustices, creating conflict with Indian nationalists, who finally pushed for its cessation in 1917. One major distinction between slavery and the indentured immigrant experience was that the indentured labourers from India had agreed to immigration, signing

contracts that bound them to a plantation for five years, while earning a small, fixed daily wage. After five additional years working in Guiana (for a total of 10 years), they would then be entitled to either receive passage back to India or to stay in Guiana and receive land and money to start their own businesses. 396 Indian immigrants arrived from Calcutta in 1838, but a reported total of over 230,000 indentured labourers arrived from India over the ensuing 80 years. For its first 25 years, indentured recruits were drawn largely from small towns in and around Calcutta, but people were recruited from as far as Sri Lanka. Other groups of recruits spoke the Tamil and Telugu of South India. The backbone of all recruiting operations was professional recruiters, assisted by paid local agents called “Arkatis” in North India and “Maistris” in South India. Intimidation, coercion, and deception were common, as were illegal practices, such as kidnapping and forced detention. An example of deception related to labourers who signed to immigrate to Suriname. In addition to having to (Continued on page 6)

Demand for apology and goat stealing DEAR EDITOR, I write to comment on Lincoln Lewis’ request for an apology (May 6) on the President’s faux pas on indentureship (May 5), the President’s expression of regret (May 7) and the police inaction on ‘goats stealing’ by car bandits (May 6). Lewis’ statement needs edification as not all Africans came to Guiana as slaves. Ravi Dev is right (KN May 7) that many Africans came as indentured servants like Indians and contributed to the undermining of labour bargaining of freed slaves. Nevertheless, a presidential correction was in order and Dr. Ali is applauded for tendering one, an act that displays his political maturity. The President must be commended. The President’s Arrival Day message did not mean to offend when he stated that all groups came to Guyana to improve their economic lot. Indeed, all the ethnic groups, except indigent Amerindians, most but not all Africans and almost all Indians, fall into that category. The President could not have meant African ‘chattel slaves.’ Many Africans came as indentured labourers. And many Indians were captured (not recruited)

by arkatiyas (recruiters) set up by the British and brought to the colonial territories as indentured labourers. Those Indians did not come voluntarily to improve their economic lot. Political prisoners in India, opposed to British rule, were also forcibly expelled abroad as indentured labourers after the Mutiny of 1857. These prisoners had no choice in determining their economic condition, and as such, they did not make the journey to improve their economic condition; not even compensation for time served. It is noted that Lincoln Lewis demanded a correction of the President’s statement that Africans came to improve their economic lot, but not a correction or apology for those Indians who were forcibly brought to British Guiana to work (for free) to enrich plantation owners. It is recorded history that Africans were brought as ‘chattel slaves,’ a dehumanising experience, to Guiana and the rest of the New World. A large number of Africans were brought to British Guiana as indentured labourers (from Brazil, West Indies and Africa) to improve their economic lot long before

Indians, undermining the wages of freed slaves. Portuguese, Indians and Chinese came as indentured labourers; many Indians were captured, taken to holding depots and forced unto ships heading to Guiana and elsewhere as indentured labourers. Virtually all of the Indians who came of their own free will were deceived about the conditions and expectations in the colonial territories. A very small number of Indians came as free agents or casual migrants (for business and or other purposes). Those who voluntarily signed up to undertake the three months ship journey did so based on the information provided to them of going to work in places filled with gold, milk, honey, etc. Making that journey cannot be construed as of one’s own free will. They were ‘constructively captured’ and endured slave like conditions. I applaud the President for his maturity in acknowledging his error. An apology was demanded by Lewis and he issued one. How many politicians have issued apologies for their errors? It is noted that Lewis demanded a retraction and apology from the President

for his faux pas but he has not demanded same from Amanza Walton-Desir for describing Indians as mentally lazy. On stealing goats, the evidence was very clear from the news report that two goats were taken into a vehicle for which the number plate was provided. The police must act on that evidence. The owner (driver) of the vehicle has to account for the missing goats unless said vehicle was stolen and used to commit the crime. The news report made reference to a previous incident of goats being stolen using a vehicle. The police intercepted that vehicle but no goats were found, and he was let go and no charge filed, no investigation conducted. The driver of the vehicle should have been held to account for the goats. The Police Commissioner, Attorney General and Public Prosecutor, should launch an investigation into both incidents in which evidence of a crime (larceny) committed was provided to the police. People reading about these incidents consider the police and the legal authorities as ‘jokey.’ Yours truly, Vishnu Bisram

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COVID-19 and climate change Desilting working conditions at the Demerara Sugar Terminal

DEAR EDITOR, The recent surge of COVID-19 in India intrigued me to think if climate change contributed to COVID-19. To concur with my curious mind, Time Magazine published an article on the same subject. Anumita Roychowdhury, Executive Director of research and advocacy at Centre for Science and Environment in Delhi, expressed that impact of pandemic can be higher in polluted regions where people’s lungs have already been weakened due to long term exposures to polluted air and hence making major Indian cities vulnerable. Another paper published in

the journal Cardiovascular Research found that chronic exposure to particulate matter – a type of pollution that results from a mix of chemicals that come from sources like smokestacks and fires – is likely linked to some 15 percent of global COVID-19 deaths. Although particulate matter does not just come from fossil fuels, but the study’s authors found that more than 50 percent of air pollution-linked COVID-19 death are specifically connected to fossil-fuel use. Therefore, metropolises have experienced rapid spread of virus than suburbs of India.

Our nature is an integral facet of the human body and has everything to contribute to our wellbeing. People in cities crave for fresh air in the countryside. This might sound like a nature excursion but there is much truth to it that the human body is connected to nature. The air and food that we consume determine our health as well. As we thank nature for the fresh air in Guyana’s rich oxygen-laden rainforest, we shall make every effort to preserve and protect it, to continue to breathe and eat healthy. Sincerely Jerri Dias

Closing airports is not the best option DEAR EDITOR, I am of an opposing point of view with an article in KN on May 5 of a well-known hotel establishment’s point person’s view on the ability to ensure enforcement of curfew measures; if only the airports were closed. First, its doubtful inbound passengers are either spreading COVID-19 or complicating enforcement matters. The spread here is entirely being “promoted,” for lack of a better word, by individuals engaging in irresponsible behaviour and being lax about preventative measures. Guyana isn’t unique in the uptick of cases. Closing the airport(s) will have no significant impact to the overall situation and plays no factor in curfew measures, especially when other measures in the government’s toolkit aren’t being pushed effectively. The

willingness to adhere to curfew enforcement and non-group gathering activities is strictly a local issue. Alternatively, instead of closing airports as some would suggest, make it mandatory that anyone leaving or entering the country must at least show proof of at least getting one vaccine shot, as some countries are doing. (eg. Israel). Israel as a country has done exceptionally well in getting the majority of their country vaccinated and therefore have opened up; still, individuals have to show proof of being vaccinated in many situations. In countries that have taken a tough and responsible stance, hotels are open for guests only, but indoor bars/restaurants are closed, and there are no large group activities indoors. However, in those same countries that are now opening up to larger indoor activities and

such (i.e. indoor bars/casinos and restaurants), that is occurring because a growing segment of the population have at least had one vaccine shot, the mortality rate is low, so too is the infectious rate. Guyana is not there yet. On the other end of the spectrum, Japan with citizens globally recognised as some of the most disciplined in the world, is seeing a rise in cases and has declared a state of emergency in at least six major regions, curfew and all, early closings and all. Closing the airport isn’t part of their game plan - so far. Rather they are dealing with this fluid situation by strictly controlling behavioural attitudes from within the population. In summary, better to deal with the situation effectively - from within. Sincerely Chi Kansi

DEAR EDITOR, It was so good to learn of the very positive developments surrounding the Demerara Sugar Terminal (DST), as reported in SN, about the promise of desilting the surrounding river constraints to facilitate easier movement of shipping. There are few contemporaries alive to recall the initial conceptualisation and creation of the Demerara Sugar Terminal and would recollect the virtual garden created in which housed the expatriate staff at the time. The project related to the highly imaginative

engineering construction of the factory built at LBI Estate on a floating foundation sometime in the 1950s. But the conditions at DST deteriorated over the long years, neglected by the various owners of the s u g a r i n d u s t r y. A s a consequence it became a health hazard, which impacted substantively on the physical and mental conditions of most of the employees, neglected as they were by the management of the day. Fortunately there were some sensitive efforts to retrieve the environmental

working conditions during the last administration; but it is uncertain as to whether there has been any comparable follow-up since. The writer is in a position to speak with some authority on the initiatives made in his time to improve working conditions, which recollection suggests are further needed. Hopefully, the union concerned will see to it that the current management will attend to the accompanying desilting of the discouraging working conditions, which still affect its members. Sincerely E. B. John

...Lessons from local history From page 4 deal with lack of freedoms, intense heat and brutal working conditions, these indentured servants were largely met with hostility from the newly freed Black slaves, whose opportunity to earn a living was undercut by the very low wages paid to the Indian immigrants. In

retrospect, except for Europeans (Portugal being a part of Europe), all other races of immigrants in the diaspora of British Guiana were unfairly treated with contempt by our colonial British masters. As President Ali rightfully said, “Today we are faced with challenges, but if we

work together in unity and love, regardless of ethnicity, lineage, or political affiliation, we are bound to overcome these challenges.” Perhaps it is Mr. Lincoln Lewis who should get his history right before condemning anyone. Sincerely, Gloria Holder

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The Government and the M&CC must agree to sit together DEAR EDITOR, The Guyana Market Vendors Union (GMVU) is very concerned about the imbroglio that is going on between the Ministry of Local Government and the Georgetown Mayor and City Council (M&CC). We heard of business entities refusing to pay millions of dollars in rates and taxes owed to the City and our Central Government not helping in this regard since they themselves owe the City in excess of one billion dollars. The Chief Citizen has not been paid his meagre monthly stipend of seventyfive thousand dollars ($75,000) since October 2020 and we were told that Central Government does not respond to M&CC’s correspondence.

The Minister of Local Government, Nigel Dharamlal’s general performance and concomitant actions, to date, gives one the impression that he bitterly despises the Mayor so that his desire to hurt and embarrass is impacting negatively on the operations and very survival of the City of Georgetown. We do hope his actions or inactions are not intentional and meant to lead to something more sinister. The apparent wedge (which is widening) is adversely affecting our members (stallholders/ vendors), and unlike the rich and powerful these small business entrepreneurs have to pay their weekly/monthly rates on time. Faced with the COVID-19 pandemic, stallholders/vendors are

experiencing minimal sales and some are barely surviving, but when the Revenue Staff turns up to collect, no moratorium is granted. The GMVU is of the view that if this petty but destructive political standoff does not come to an end soon, Guyana would be the only loser. The Government and the M&CC must agree to sit together, on the same side of the table, to solve the problems on the other side. The Union would like to make it pellucid that we will continue to support the M&CC and more so, His Worship Mayor, Ubraj Narine, whom our members like to describe as the vendors Mayor. Eon Andrews President

Citizens deserve no less DEAR EDITOR, The author of the missive titled ‘None of development promised by Govt. officials includes basic services and amenities’ (SN May 7), was expressly, absolutely and clearly direct in pointing out the absorption with mega projects in the name of development to the detriment of the seemingly small and ordinary works, which should

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also be in the name of development. So we are told of the number of hotels (we have to wonder why all these hotels?), in coming years but no closer to know when blackouts will end in the number of months or years. Or, the continued flooding of city streets and communities each time it rains. Or City Hall cannot say

when garbage would be collected, if your collection day falls on a holiday. And the list goes on. The letter could be seen as an open and frank assessment and plea to the authorities that while mega projects are important, so too are the seemingly small and ordinary works which citizens deserve and are entitled to and should be given the same and equal attention and opportunities. Development must not appear to be lopsided but balanced. Citizens deserve no less. Sincerely Shamshun Mohamed

Potholes on dumpsite road DEAR EDITOR, I write this letter hoping that it highlights this problem and gets the necessary attention. Sadly, unless something reaches the press, social media, or a friend in authority nothing gets done until something drastic happens. Over the past few weeks’ potholes have been developing on the dumpsite

road. It is at a stage now where lengthy traffic backup takes place just because road users have to navigate a few potholes. It is so bad that many users divert through adjoining streets in Eccles and the Industrial site, which, in turn, will intensify damage to those roads since they were not built for the volume and size of vehicles flowing through them.

I also observed as drivers navigate the holes, they tend to speed more to catch up for lost time. This is understandable since most people trying to get to work have to go through the East Bank corridor, which is another nightmare to traverse. Looking forward to this situation being addressed. Yours truly, Concerned resident

Not any simple error by the President DEAR EDITOR, Permit my response to “Open letter to Mr. Lincoln Lewis” (KN May 7, 2021). Contrary to the writer’s interjection, there was no “simple error” or “unconscious faux pas” in President, Irfan Ali’s misrepresentation about the presence of enslaved Africans in Guyana. Every child at Common Entrance and early high school was and is taught about the horrors of chattel slavery. Children are educated about the difference between chattel slavery and indentured servants. That education has enlightened them about those who came for a life of betterment (i.e. indentured servants), who were paid wages, able to keep their culture-religion, language, clothing and names - and at the end of their indentureship received free lands to settle; and those who were brought here but not for a life of betterment (i.e. slaves). There is “no unconscious faux pas” in attributing to Africans, who were captured and brought here as slaves, treated as property not human beings; their men, women and children violated

in the worst way as a result of white depravity and greed; they who laboured on the plantations from dawn to dust without wages and proper clothing, their backs lacerated with whips; they who survived poor living conditions and denied basic healthcare, that they came for a life of “improvement” and “improved living conditions.” Ali subsequently acknowledged the horrors the enslaved lived through in his attempt at an apology. He said: “In my statement on Arrival Day, I sought to put forward a message of common values, of common struggles, and ultimately what I hope would lead to reconciliation among our people. In that message, I stated that every group that came here did so for a better life for themselves and their descendants. I was not and could not ever have been referring to our African ancestors, who did not come here of their own volition but were captured, brought to our country in chains, and brutally enslaved. Indeed, it is their sacrifice and struggle for freedom and against oppression that should inspire us to continuously secure our freedoms and democracy for a better Guyana.” But for Dennis Balgobin because the grave misrepresentation came from his superior he allowed his mind to fall into laziness, settling for the

mental safe space of blocking out, not questioning but content to accept this as “simple error” when exposed. For me, and those who value the importance of getting our history correct, it was not. At the same time, it is noted even as he seeks to accept it was a “simple error” in recounting African history he uses the opportunity to present a wicked and dishonest argument that Africans would even entertain the thought that Indians are responsible for their enslavement and suffering. What idiocy! But this is a type of public mischief and mental laziness that stalks the minds of some. Wi t h this mindset enlightenment and peaceful co-existence would not be able to thrive, and this nation will lurch from one ethnic discord after another. I also note his attempt to draw similarities with chattel slavery and indentureship. In a demonstration of greed even in the misery of the African man, the worst and longest tragedy that could happen to any collective human being on the face of the earth he seeks to want to take away by equating it with indentureship. Chattel slavery was not indentureship; not in shape, form or treatment for those who came for betterment or were forcefully brought here to labour on the plantations. Yours faithfully, Lincoln Lewis

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person or by your duly authorized agent or Attorneyat-Law at the 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), Answer and/ orCr.oss Petition in the Registry of the Family Division of the High Court at Georgetown, Demerara within 35 (thirty-five) days from the date of the second and final publication of this Notice. TAKE NOTICE that the divorce is fixed for Directions Hearing on . Wednesday the 30th day of June, 2021 at 10:30 am before the Honourable Madam Justice Priya SewnarineBeharry via Zoom Meeting ID: 503 218 6789 and Password: courtla at the Family Division of the High Court at Georgetown. IN DEFAULT of your tiling an Acknowledgement of Service/ Notice of Intention to Defend, 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 8:00am 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 19 day of April, 2021

-MS. RENEE Me DONALD GUYANA LEGAL AID C L I N I C ”Maraj Building” 185 Charlotte & King Streets Georgetown, Guyana. Tel: 225-9238/225-9246 E m a i l : legalid@networksgy.col11 2021-HC-DEM-CIV-FD-280 IN THE HIGH COURT OF THE SUPREME COURT OF JUDICATURE FAMILY, DIVORCE AND MATRIMONIAL JURISDICTION FAMILY DIVISION

PETITION NO.: FD-280 BETWEEN: - HINDS (DA WNE ALLISON) nee MATTIS Petitioner -andHINDS (FRED RENDELL) Respondent TO: FRED RENDELL HINDS Lot CD 28 East Ruimveldt, Georgetown, Demerara Guyana TAKE NOTICE that on the 4th day of March, 2021 a Petition for Divorce was filed against you by DA WNE ALLISON HINDS nee MATTIS 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 9th day of April, 2021, 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 Newspapers, a daily Newspaper printed published and circulated in and around Guyana, and on the worldwide web ( online). 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 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), Answer and/or Cross Petition in the Registry of the Family Division of the High Court at Georgetown, Demerara within 35 (thirty-five) days from the date of the final publication of this Notice. TAKE NOTICE that the divorce is fixed for Directions Hearing on Tuesday the 291h day of June, 2021 at 9:00 am before the Honourable Madam Justice Priya SewnarineBeharry via Zoom Meeting ID: 503 218 6789 and Password: courtla . IN DEFAULT of your filing an Acknowledgement of ServicelNotice of Intention to Defend, 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 8:00am 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 13 day of April, 2021. REGISTRAR

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After shock U.S. jobs data, Republicans and Democrats spar over benefits (Reuters) - What did the disappointing U.S. jobs report on Friday say about the state of the world’s biggest economy? As is true for many things in Washington, the answer differs radically depending on which political party you ask. The Labor Department reported 266,000 new jobs were created in April, a fraction of the nearly 1 million jobs that were expected by a Reuters poll of economists. A drop in temporary help positions put a fresh focus on the generous unemployment benefits that the White House has championed as necessary to keepAmericans financially whole as the country recovers from the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. What did the disappointing U.S. jobs report on Friday say about the state of the world’s biggest economy? As is true for many things in Washington, the answer differs radically depending on which political party you ask. The Labor Department reported 266,000 new jobs were created in April, a fraction of the nearly 1 million jobs that were expected by a Reuters poll of economists. A drop in temporary help positions put a fresh focus on the generous unemployment benefits that the White House has championed as necessary to keepAmericans financially whole as the country recovers from the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. Many Republicans say the disappointing employment report signals that governments at the federal and state levels are being too generous with unemployment benefits, discouraging people from working. Democrats say companies aren’t offering highenough wages, or programs like subsidized childcare to

encourage people to go back to work. “The government pays people big bucks NOT to work so they don’t!,” U.S. Representative Mo Brooks, a Republican fromAlabama, wrote on Twitter. “DUH! Socialism seems nice but in fact is destructive. America: learn or lose!” A “We’re Hiring” sign advertising jobs is seen at the entrance of a restaurant, as Miami-Dade County eases some of the lockdown measures put in place during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Miami, Florida, U.S., May 18, 2020. REUTERS/Marco Bello/File Photo Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, an ally of former President Donald Trump who is jockeying to replace fellow Republican Liz Cheney in the party’s leadership in the House of Representatives, blamed the jobs figure on “socialist unemployment benefits,” saying many small businesses in her New York state district had told her they could not find enough workers. In a move that could be replicated in other Republicanled states, Montana and South Carolina are ending federal pandemic unemployment benefits pushed by Democratic President Joe Biden for residents next month, saying they are stopping people from working. Representative Ro Khanna of California and other Democrats blamed companies for not offering to pay workers more. “Wages have not risen yet and part of the reason people aren’t getting back in is that wages haven’t adjusted,” Khanna told MSNBC, calling on

Congress to pass legislation that would more than double the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour. Khanna also said more support for child care was needed to get women back into the workforce. “The disappointing April jobs report highlights the urgent need to pass President Biden’s American Jobs and Families Plans,” House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, a California Democrat, said in a statement, referring to the White House’s proposals for about $4 trillion in additional spending on infrastructure, education and other priorities. What did the disappointing U.S. jobs report on Friday say about the state of the world’s biggest economy? As is true for many things in Washington, the answer differs radically depending on which political party you ask. The Labor Department reported 266,000 new jobs were created in April, a fraction of the nearly 1 million jobs that were expected by a Reuters poll of economists. A drop in temporary help positions put a fresh focus on the generous unemployment benefits that the White House has championed as necessary to keep Americans financially whole as the country recovers from the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. Many Republicans say the disappointing employment report signals that governments at the federal and state levels are being too generous with unemployment benefits, discouraging people from working. Democrats say companies aren’t offering

high-enough wages, or programs like subsidized childcare to encourage people to go back to work. “The government pays people big bucks NOT to work so they don’t!,” U.S. Representative Mo Brooks, a

Republican from Alabama, wrote on Twitter. “DUH! Socialism seems nice but in fact is destructive. America: learn or lose!” A “We’re Hiring” sign advertising jobs is seen at the entrance of a restaurant, as

Miami-Dade County eases some of the lockdown measures put in place during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, in Miami, Florida, U.S., May 18, 2020. REUTERS/Marco Bello/ File Photo

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‘They must earn it’ - CWI chief selector Harper insists players can only be rewarded for consistently high levels, if team is to progress SportsMax - Cricket West Indies (CWI) chief of selectors, Roger Harper, believes it is an absolute necessity for players to get used to the idea of having to perform at the very top of their games in order to secure topclass retainer contracts. The omission of the likes of Roston Chase, Shimron Hetmyer, Shamarh Brooks, Shane Dowrich, Sheldon Cottrell, Rovman Powell, and Oshane Thomas from the international retainer contracts lists, for the upcoming year, has rubbed a few supporters the wrong way. Particularly, based on the fact that fewer contracts were handed out this year. However, according to

Harper, some players did not meet the minimum criteria for selection or simply did not display the quality need. “We have to accept that these are performance-based contracts. So, the contracts are awarded based on performance during the evaluation period, as well as the selection panel must feel that the players must play a major role or form the nucleus of the team going forward,” Harper told members of the media on Thursday. “The players who were not awarded contracts their performances over the period did not meet the necessary criteria as well as you had new players who came to fore and performed, so they were

Roger Harper offered contracts,” he added. “Going forward as a culture, if we want to see our team progress, if we want to see our team compete with

Saturday May 08, 2021 ARIES (Mar. 21–Apr. 19) There's a fiery tone to the day that can't be ignored. You may find that adjustments need to be made in your own plan of attack in order to get on the same page with other people.

LIBRA (Sept. 23–Oct. 22) You may need a translator to get through to people today, Libra. It could be hard to make decisions, but not impossible. Today's tip is to err on the side of adventure.

TAURUS (Apr. 20–May 20) There's an extra spark in your eye that people won't be able to ignore. Today's a good day to get your point across, because you'll find people more open and receptive to new things than usual.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23–Nov. 21) Use your power resources today, Scorpio, as you have a great deal of dynamic energy at your disposal. You have the ability to transform and conquer anything now.

GEMINI (May 21–June 20) Take yourself on a mental adventure today in which you explore new aspects of your world. Discuss philosophy and religion. Get to the core of a matter that seriously interests you.

SAGIT(Nov.22–Dec.21) You could be asked to make some spontaneous decisions today that you might not feel entirely comfortable making, Sagittarius.

CANCER(June21–July22) Take yourself on a mental adventure today in which you explore new aspects of your world. Discuss philosophy and religion. Get to the core of a matter that seriously interests you.

CAPRI(Dec.22–Jan.19) Emotionally, you may feel as if you're running up against a brick wall, Capricorn. It could be that your first reaction is to drown your sorrows in drink.

LEO (July 23–Aug. 22) Be careful that you aren't acting in a way that you dislike in others. You could find that you're slowly taking on the traits of the people you despise. VIRGO (Aug. 23–Sept. 22) The day's general mood should fit quite well with your agenda. There's no need to fixate on the negative. Keep things light and upbeat and worry about the consequences later.

AQUARIUS(Jan.20–Feb.18) Your emotions could be extra powerful today, although something may not feel as if it's sitting right. It could be a feeling of manipulation. PISCES (Feb. 19–Mar. 20) Take hold of this day as if it's your own and use it to grow your dreams, Pisces. You'll find a great deal of power and dynamism in the air urging you to take the adventurous route.

the best in the world. We have to be more conscious of the fact that we have to earn our stripes and we have to perform consistently. I think our retainer contracts are given on that basis.” In addition to playing at least 50 percent of the games during the evaluation period, to be considered, batsmen must average at least 30 in Test and ODI cricket. For T20Is players the player’s batting average and strike rate combined must be a minimum 150.

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Abid and Azhar centuries put Pakistan in strong position AFP - Centuries by Abid Ali and Azhar Ali put Pakistan in a strong position on the first day of the second Test against Zimbabwe at Harare Sports Club yesterday. Abid (118 not out) and Azhar (126) put on 236 for the second wicket before tall fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani brought Zimbabwe back into the match by taking three wickets with the second new ball. Pakistan had reached 268 for four at the close. Abid and Azhar came together with the total on 12 in the eighth over and ground down the Zimbabwe bowlers before Azhar edged Muzarabani to gully in the last half hour of the day. “It wasn’t a tough wicket so after we lost an early wicket we thought we should bat long and wise,” said Azhar. “It came off and Abid and I had a long partnership.” Azhar admitted that d e s p i t e h i s t e a m ’s dominance there was still pressure to perform. “Since I only play one format, it’s not too tough to motivate yourself. “But there’s a bit of pressure when you play Zimbabwe because if you do well it’s not recognised b e c a u s e i t ’s a g a i n s t Zimbabwe. “If you don’t do well,

Unbeaten century for Pakistan’s Abid Ali.

Abid Ali brought up his third Test century, and added 236 with Azhar Ali. (PCB)

people say he can’t score against Zimbabwe.” Azhar’s dismissal was followed by a second failure in the series for Babar Azam, Pakistan’s captain and star batsman, who drove Muzarabani to point after scoring two. Babar was out for a first-ball duck in the first Test at the same venue, which Pakistan won by an innings and 116 runs. Muzarabani struck again when first Test centurion Fawad Alam dragged a short ball onto his stumps after scoring five. Muzarabani finished the day with three for 41. His five-over spell with the

second new ball yielded three for 12. - ‘Tough day’ “It was a really tough day,” said Muzarabani. “We just had to be patient. If we can keep them under 360 we will be happy.” Azhar did not give a chance on the way to his 18th Test century. Abid was dropped on 94 during an anxious progress to his third Test hundred – his first since reaching three figures in both his first two Tests, against Sri Lanka, in December 2019. Abid had already spent 17 balls in the nineties when he stretched for a flighted,

wide delivery from left-arm spinner Milton Shumba and edged a chance which was put down by wicketkeeper Regis Chakabva. It took Abid another 19 deliveries before he cut Tendai Chisoro, another leftarmer spinner, to reach the milestone with his 14th boundary. Abid faced 246 balls and hit 17 fours in his innings. Azhar scored his runs off 240 deliveries with 17 fours and a six. Zimbabwe started the day well, claiming the wicket of Imran Butt in the eighth over. Butt top-edged a pull to

midwicket against left-arm opening bowler Richard Ngarava after scoring two off 20 balls. But Abid and Azhar settled in on an easy-paced pitch after seeing off some good bowling by Ngarava and Muzarabani. Zimbabwe, already hit by injuries to three leading batsmen, had a new injury concern when Roy Kaia was taken off on a stretcher shortly before tea. Fielding at short leg, he was struck a heavy blow above the left knee by a pull shot from Abid. Zimbabwe Cricket said in a statement at close of play

that Kaia had suffered bruising and his knee was swollen and tender. He was unable to return to the field but will be assessed on Saturday morning. Pakistan gave a debut to 36-year-old seam bowler Tabish Khan, who replaced all-rounder Faheem Ashraf in the only change from the first Test. Zimbabwe also had a new cap in fast bowler Luke Jongwe, who replaced injured opening batsman Prince Masvaure. Stumps: Pakistan 268 for 4 (Azhar 126, Abid 118*, Muzarabani 3-41) vs Zimbabwe.

Zverev beats Nadal in in Madrid Open quarters Alexander Zverev

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B C S p o r ts MADRID — Alexander Zverev ended his winless streak on clay against Rafael Nadal, keeping the Spaniard from winning a sixth Madrid Open. Zverev defeated Nadal 64, 6-4 in the quarterfinals, picking up his third consecutive win over the 20time grand slam champion – but first on clay. His previous two wins over Nadal were on indoor hard courts. “Beating Rafa on a clay court is the hardest thing in our sport,” Zverev said. “Not many people have done it. This week so far it’s been incredible for me. It’s an incredible feeling right now.” The sixth-ranked German broke secondranked Nadal’s serve twice in the first set, rallying from 4-2 down, and once in the second. He conceded only two break opportunities.

“Playing against one of the best players in the world, under these circumstances, with this speed of the court, is very difficult to still (feel) confident,” Nadal said. “I tried, but the serve was difficult to control today. Well done for him.” Nadal, who is preparing to play for a 14th title at the French Open, had been improving after a slow start to his clay season. He lost to Andrey Rublev in the Monte Carlo quarterfinals then beat Stefanos Tsitsipas in the Barcelona Open final. Zverev will next face Dominic Thiem in a rematch of the 2018 final. Thiem, who lost to Zverev in straight sets in the Spanish capital three years ago, defeated John Isner 36, 6-3, 6-4. The fourth-ranked Austrian capitalized on two of his four chances to break

Isner’s serve, and that was all he really needed. Thiem broke the tall American on his first chance in the second set and once more in the third to reach the semifinals in Madrid for the fourth straight time. “He is one of the best servers in history, especially here in the altitude. His serve is bouncing so high and it’s so difficult to return,” Thiem said. “I really stayed focused, with a good fighting spirit. Against guys like him, a few points decide and that’s when I saved the break points in the beginning of the second set.” Thiem saved four break points in the fifth game of the second set, then broke Isner’s serve in the next game to take the match to a third set. The Austrian squandered another break chance in the first game of the deciding set

but capitalized again at 4-4. U.S. Open champion Thiem has surprised himself in his first tournament since mid-March. “I am surprised to be in the semifinals. I didn’t expect that. I was just expecting to hopefully play one or two good matches here against top opponents,” T h i e m s a i d . “ T h a t ’s amazingly good to get at least four matches on a top level.” Isner served more than 100 aces in his four matches in the Spanish capital, where the high altitude adds speed to the balls and makes the clay courts faster. The American had 18 aces on Friday, and said his serve was the only reason he stayed in the match. Later yesterday, eighthseeded Matteo Berrettini faced Cristian Garin, and Alexander Bublik took on Casper Ruud in the other quarterfinals.

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NBA roundup: Clippers Lewis Hamilton tops second practice in Spain complete season ahead of Valtteri Bottas; sweep of Lakers Reuters - Paul George Max Verstappen ninth scored 24 points as the host Lewis Hamilton was fastest on the speed chart in the second practice.

Associated Press MONTMELO, Spain — Lewis Hamilton, fastest on the speed chart, did what he does best in F1 yesterday, and Max Verstappen, ninth, didn’t. Hamilton clocked the fastest time in the second practice session for the Spanish Grand Prix, while Verstappen was a distant ninth. Hamilton, who leads Verstappen by eight points in the Formula One standings, set the best time in the second session with a lap of 1 minute, 18.170 seconds. Mercedes teammate Valtteri Bottas was 0.139 seconds behind in second after the Finn had set the fastest time in the first practice session. “It’s been a good start to the weekend, the track is awesome and our balance is similar to what we had in the last race,” Hamilton said. “It looks close, but I think we’ve got good pace.” Verstappen was 0.615 off the pace. The Red Bull driver missed some time on the track while his team worked on the car, and his last lap was cut short when he damaged the right tip of his front wing. “How competitive we are going to be tomorrow is always going to be a question mark on a Friday, but from our side we are quite happy,” Verstappen said. “Of course, you always want to improve and do better, so we just have to make sure tomorrow that we are up there. But I’m looking forward to it.” Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc had the third-best time, followed by Alpine pair Esteban Ocon and Fernando Alonso, who is back in Spain for his first race since 2018. Hamilton won the season opener in Bahrain and last week’s race in Portugal. Verstappen won the season’s

second race in Italy. In all three races, Hamilton and Verstappen have finished 12. Hamilton looks to have the edge for Sunday’s race, too. No driver dominates the curves and straight away of the 4.6-kilometer (2.9-mile) Barcelona-Catalunya Circuit like the British driver, who has won the race for the past four years. Today, Hamilton will be aiming for his 100th career pole. Tomorrow, he will be looking to equal Michael Schumacher’s six wins in Montmelo. Verstappen, however, is the last driver to win other than Hamilton to win on this track. He became F1’s youngest race winner at the age of 18 when he won the Spanish GP in 2016. This season, Verstappen could have been even closer – or perhaps ahead of Hamilton – in the standings if he had not run afoul of track limit violations that cost him points in Bahrain and Portugal. Red Bull’s other driver, Sergio Perez, finished behind Verstappen with the 10th-best time yesterday. McLaren driver Lando Norris, the surprise of the season in a distant third place, had the 12th best time behind Sebastian Vettel in his Aston Martin. “It’s amazing to see the progress that McLaren, Ferrari and Alpine are making, not just Red Bull, and that puts pressure on us,” Hamilton said. The two sessions under sunny skies near Barcelona only saw one red flag when Alfa Romeo reserve driver Robert Kubica spun out on a curve and got stuck in the gravel. “I paid quite high a price for what I’d say is a small mistake,” Kubica said after his first spin in a F1 car in five months.

Los Angeles Clippers completed a three-game season-series sweep of the Los Angeles Lakers with a 118-94 win Thursday. Kawhi Leonard totaled 15 points, eight rebounds and six assists for the Clippers, and Ivica Zubac added 14 points and eight rebounds. The Clippers moved past the Denver Nuggets by a half-game into the No. 3 spot in the Western Conference. Kyle Kuzma led the Lakers with 25 points, but the team lost Anthony Davis due to an ankle ailment and back spasms in the first quarter. Davis said postgame that he hopes to play Friday when the Lakers visit Portland. The Lakers and Trail Blazers are now tied for sixth place in the West. Warriors 118, Thunder 97 Stephen Curry padded his NBA scoring lead with 34 points in just 31 minutes and Golden State moved up a s p o t o n t h e We s t e r n Conference playoff ladder with a win over Oklahoma City in San Francisco. Curry shot 11-for-21 overall and 6-for-13 from 3point range for the Warriors. Mychal Mulder had 25 points, Andrew Wiggins 18, Jordan Poole 14 and Kent Bazemore 13 for the Warriors. Ty Jerome came off the bench to pace the Thunder with 23 points. Darius Bazley added 22 and Theo Maledon 15. Bulls 120, Hornets 99 Nikola Vucevic scored 29 points, shot 5 of 7 from behind the 3-point line and grabbed 14 rebounds as Chicago led wire-to-wire in

LA Clippers guard Paul George (13) handles the ball while defended by Los Angeles Lakers guard Alex Caruso (4) in the first half at Staples Center. (Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports)

Charlotte. Seven Bulls scored in double figures, including Garrett Temple with 12 and Markkanen with 10 off the bench. All five Chicago starters finished in double figures. Coby White recorded 14 points, Patrick Williams had 11 points and nine rebounds, and Daniel Theis scored 12. Wizards 131, Raptors 129 (OT) Russell Westbrook had 13 points, 17 assists and 17 rebounds to record his 180th career triple-double and v i s i t i n g Wa s h i n g t o n defeated Toronto in overtime in Tampa, Fla. Westbrook, who fouled out with 15.5 seconds remaining in overtime, needs one more triple-double to tie Oscar Robertson’s NBA record. Bradley Beal added 28 points for the Wizards. Pascal Siakam tied his career best with 44 points for Toronto. Gary Trent Jr. added 25 points, Fred

VanVleet scored 22, Khem Birch 17 and DeAndre’ Bembry 10. Mavericks 113, Nets 109 Luka Doncic finished with 24 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists to lead host Dallas to a victory over Brooklyn. The Mavericks won their second in a row and fifth in their past six games. Dallas took over fifth place in the Western Conference — a game ahead of the Los Angeles Lakers and Portland. The Nets lost their fourth in a row despite Kyrie Irving’s season-high 45 points. Brooklyn remained in second place in the Eastern Conference, but fell to 2 1/2 games behind firstplace Philadelphia and are now only half a game ahead of third-place Milwaukee. Pistons 111, Grizzlies 97 Cory Joseph engineered a balanced attack with 18 points and 11 assists and host Detroit snapped a four-game losing streak by defeating

Memphis. Wayne Ellington also scored 18 points, all on 3-pointers. A handful of other Pistons reached double digits. Isaiah Stewart had 15 points, seven rebounds and three blocks. Ja Morant’s 20 points led the Grizzlies, but he also had five turnovers. Jonas Valanciunas had 19 points and secured 16 rebounds, and Jaren Jackson Jr. had 17 points and five rebounds. Pacers 133, Hawks 126 Caris LeVert scored nine of his 31 points in the final three minutes to help Indiana hold off visiting Atlanta. The Pacers also got 30 points, eight rebounds and nine assists from Domantas Sabonis and 19 points from reserve T.J. McConnell. The Hawks were led by Trae Young’s 30 points and 10 assists. Bogdan Bogdanovic scored 28, including six 3-pointers, and John Collins added 25 points. (Field Level Media)

A general overall view of a jump ball between Los Angeles Lakers center Andre Drummond (2) and LA Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40) in the second half at Staples Center. (Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports)

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information on non-award UEFA deal with 9 Super GCBofrequests International Retainer Contracts League clubs; 3 - Writes to CWI for criteria, policies and reports rebels face ‘ sanctions

Chelsea’s Ben Chilwell, left, celebrates with his teammate Antonio Rudiger at the end of the Champions League semifinal 2nd leg soccer match between Chelsea and Real Madrid at Stamford Bridge in London, Wednesday, May 5, 2021. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant)

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ANCHESTE R, England (AP) — Nine of the 12 Super League clubs have formally renounced the breakaway and committed to the existing European competitions but they will have to give up 5% of UEFA revenue for one season as a punishment for the rebellion that briefly split football. But Barcelona, Real Madrid and Juventus have refused to approve what UEFA yesterday called “reintegration measures” and they will be referred to UEFA disciplinary bodies for sanctions after backing the new largely closed competition, meaning they could be banned from the Champions League. The Super League project imploded three weeks ago after the English clubs — Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City and Tottenham — backed out inside 48 hours after a backlash from the fans and British government. The Premier League clubs along with Atletico Madrid, AC Milan and Inter Milan have officially signed

up to a settlement with UEFA to participate only in the existing open European competitions. The nine clubs will make a combined payment of 15 million euros ($18 million) for what UEFA called a “gesture of goodwill” to benefit children, youth and grassroots football. They have also accepted UEFA withholding 5% of revenue for the next season they play in their club competitions. The clubs have also agreed to be fined 100 million euros if they seek again to play in an unauthorized competition or 50 million euros if they breach any other commitments to UEFA as part of the settlement. “The measures announced are significant, but none of the financial penalties will be retained by UEFA,” said Aleksander Èeferin, the UEFA president. “They will all be reinvested into youth and grassroots football in local communities across Europe, including the UK. These clubs recognised their mistakes quickly and have taken action to

demonstrate their contrition and future commitment to European football. “The same cannot be said for the clubs that remain involved in the so-called ‘Super League,’ and UEFA will deal with those clubs subsequently.” Ceferin previously told The Associated Press that the clubs refusing to renege on the Super League could be b a n n e d f r o m U E FA’s competitions. The 12 clubs were dubbed the “dirty dozen” by Ceferin in a heated period when he fought to prevent the clubs launching a competition that would lock in 15 places for teams for more than two decades, rather than having to qualify through annual domestic league placings as is required for the Champions League. The nine clubs to sign up t o U E FA’s “ c l u b commitment declaration” will rejoin the European Club Association, which they quit on May 18 when the Super League was announced, and they will terminate their legal involvement with the company.

The Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) has noted with great concern the information that Shimron Hetmyer, Keemo Paul and Romario Shepherd were not awarded International Retainer Contracts by the Cricket West Indies (CWI),’ a release from the board stated. The release noted, ‘The GCB is also concerned with the non-award of an International Retainer Contract to Veerasammy Permaul. The GCB is not aware and was not informed of the criteria used for the award of International Retainer Contracts nor were any reasons given for the nonaward of International Retainer Contract to these four (4) players. The non-award of International Retainer Contracts to these players by CWI is a matter of extreme concern to the GCB and to the Guyanese public and the

Veerasammy Permaul

GCB intends to fully investigate this matter’, the release pointed out. ‘The GCB has since written to CWI requesting a copy of the criteria which was used to award International Retainer Contracts and the report submitted by the selection panel on which the decision

was made not to award International Retainer Contracts to Shimron Hetmyer, Keemo Paul and Romario Shepherd, and also to Veerasammy Permaul. The GCB will update the public as soon as the criteria and the report are submitted by CWI,’ the release concluded.

Genuine Auto Spares and Tools Golf tourney on tomorrow

Managing Director of Genuine Auto Spares and Tools Amrit Prashad (c) presents the cheque to members of the LGC. Genuine Auto Spares and Tools has partnered with the Lusignan Golf Club for the staging of a 18-hole medal play tournament tomorrow. Speaking at the launching ceremony which was held on Thursday at the business location in Smyth Street, Werk-enRust, Club Captain Patrick Prashad said corporate support is important for the growth of the sport and thanked Genuine Auto Spares and Tools.

He said the community of Lusignan would benefit from this partnership. The business Managing Director Amrit Prashad, an avid fan of the sport, said he is pleased to partner with the Golf Club and is looking forward to an exciting and successful tournament. Tee off time is 12:00hrs and prizes will be given to the top three golfers with the best net scores and the best net on the front nine and the back nine.

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Single IT platform to connect GFF’s Statutory Members Achieving efficiency on and off the field is ultimate aim - Forde By Franklin Wilson In very short order, each Regional Member Association (RMA) of the Guyana Football Federation along with its affiliates would be linked to one server system which would see marked improvement in the way business is conducted with the ultimate aim being total efficiency. In an invited comment on this initiative which is a first for the sport (each affiliate will be presented with Lenovo laptops, fully loaded), GFF President Wayne Forde informed that the Federation’s Secretariat would now be able to share important information in real time with its members. “Members will now be able to access forms for competitions, training information, marketing information, formats for taking minutes of their meetings as well as other management tools on how they run their associations.

So it’s going to be a very important resource center for all of our members.” Forde stated that it is and his executive belief that this initiative will bring in line the operations of the game in keeping with the vision of the GFF. “Hopefully, in a matter of years the connectively across the membership body would be improved in a manner that allow us to work seamlessly across the various platforms.” T h e G F F h a s implemented a financial support system for its members who are benefitting from a monthly support of $50,000 which goes towards their operational costs. “Each member will be given a laptop that is now being programmed by our IT staff on which all the work of the association would be done. All the data from this laptop will be automatically backed up to our server so in the event that a computer is

damaged or is vandalised, the data would be protected.” The GFF head shared that what they have found over the years is that when one executive transitions to another, there is almost a complete wipeout of information which does not serve the new executive well. “So we’re hoping to bring an end to that; all of that information will now be saved in a central server located at the GFF that will have an icloud backup platform as well. So the time when date was easily misplaced for the GFF has ended.” Forde elaborates even more on the level of support that is available to the RMA’s and other affiliates: “Each association is getting fifty thousand dollars a month for twelve months a year. Outside of that, each association would be receiving funding for all of their competitions starting from their senior men’s

An IT technician seen working on centralised server.

league, women’s league and youth tournaments. Each association is receiving four sets of specifically branded uniforms, one set for senior men and boys and one set for senior women and girls. Each association is getting a compliment of football development equipment from balls to cones to hurdles to bibs. Each association

would be getting two sets of goals. So we are giving them all the financial resources and necessary tools that they need to ensure that football is played consistently at the association level.” Also, senior members of the GFF staff have been assigned to an association with some managing two; this is in an effort to ensure that when competitions are

being played, associations are given the requisite support to ensure that high standards are met, delivered and maintained. “The reason why this is important is because we would be investing heavily in all the competitions that would be run nationwide by each of our regional associations,” Forde surmised.

PCB approaches Emirates Cricket Board to host remainder of PSL 2021 in the UAE

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SPNcricinfo The PCB has approached the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) to host the remaining games of the rescheduled 2021 edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) in the UAE. The original plan had been to play the matches in Karachi, but the PCB has decided against it following a request from the six franchises as well as advice from the National Command Operation Centre (NCOC), which asked the board to avoid playing in Karachi because of the worsening Covid-19 situation in the country. Upon the franchises’ request to move the matches out of Pakistan, the PCB met with all the teams via video conference to discuss the financial implications of postponing the tournament. The PCB has agreed to look beyond Karachi, with UAE as a preferred venue for the games. The UAE was where the PSL began, its inaugural edition in 2016 held there while international cricket was not taking place in Pakistan.

Only 14 matches of the 2021 season of the PSL could be completed before it was postponed. (Pakistan Super League)

Karachi had originally been announced as the venue for the tournament and even till last week, the PCB was proceeding on the basis that tournament would be held there, with the board making arrangements for a hotel. But earlier this week, the PCB met with the NCOC, whose forecast of the Covid

situation in Pakistan over the next 20 days wasn’t reassuring. The NCOC informed the PCB there might be a rise in cases post-Eid, and that the government might subsequently enforce a stricter lockdown in the c o u n t r y. A l r e a d y a nationwide lockdown has

begun from today, Friday, to be in place until May 15. “We had an interactive and productive meeting in which we considered a number of factors,” Wasim Khan, the PCB chief executive, said. “While the UAE has emerged as a preferred venue, a number of challenges remain, which

will be worked through over the coming days. We remain committed to doing everything possible to complete the HBL PSL 6.” The tournament was initially slated to start from June, but with the change of venue, the PCB will work on a revised schedule. The window to host the tournament is unlikely to alter too much though, as Pakistan are scheduled to begin a tour of England from June 23. Though the PCB and PSL have both agreed to playing in UAE, a final confirmation will be made only when the franchises give their approval upon seeing the revised opportunity costs of playing abroad. “The PCB will carry out a detailed financial and risk assessment as well as cost analysis before reporting back to the franchises, who will then review before a decision on the event venue is confirmed,” the PCB said. As reported by ESPNcricinfo, the franchises had written a letter to the board last week, asking for the tournament to be played in the Emirates.

The 2021 edition of the PSL was suspended after 14 games - played between February 20 and March 3, all in Karachi - following an outbreak of cases among players and support staff. After a date for resumption was finalised - June 2 to June 20 - the franchises took part in a replacement draft to plug holes in their line-ups because a number of overseas players would not be able to take part in the games on the new dates. The changed situation with the pandemic, however, made franchises nervous about the situation, which led to them approaching the PCB. Pakistan, meanwhile, has announced a decision to curtail inbound flights to the country from May 5 to May 20. A move to the UAE would not be without its own logistical and operational issues, though. Flights to the country from Pakistan are currently operating at a severely reduced frequency. And June is not a month in which top-level cricket is often played in the UAE, because of the oppressive heat at that time of the year.

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RHTYSC hosts 7th annual Namilco Thunder Bolt Flour Tribute to Law Enforcement Officers Programme - Six officers honored for outstanding performance

Woman Constable Madanna Persaud receives her award.

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he Rose Hall Town Youth and Sports Club on Thursday last joined hands with the management of the Region Six Guyana Police Force to host a simple but impressive presentation ceremony for the Club 7th annual Namilco Thunderbolt Flour Tribute to Law Enforcement Programme. The ceremony was hosted in the Conference Hall of the Central Police Station in New Amsterdam and was attended by senior executives of the club along with the top brass of the Region Six Police management. Club Secretary /CEO Hilbert Foster stated that the RHTYSC over the years has

enjoyed a very close working relationship with the Guyana Police Force as part of its Say No / Say Yes programme and Say No to Crime project. The Tribute to Law Enforcement Programme was launched in 2014 by the club as part of its Say No to Crime project to honour outstanding Police Officers who have worked beyond the call of duty to protect society. Foster noted that they were many honest and dedicated officers despite the views of critics. He stated that these officers would serve as mentors and role model to the others and as such the club was delighted to honour them. The 2021

Region Six Senior Police Officers pose with the awardees after the presentation. awardees honoured were Woman Constable 32255 Madanna Persaud, Constable 23206 Courtney Sampson, Constable 25058 Wayid Martin, Constable 22579 Rajendra Ramcharran, Rural Constables Patrick Simmons and Devana Grant. They were selected by the Region top Police brass based on commitment, personal discipline and performance on the job. Foster was loud in praise of the work of the division leadership with special mention been made of Commander Jairam Ramlakhan. He called on the awardees to not only uphold their high standard but to strive for even more

success. He committed the Rose Hall Town Namilco Thunderbolt Flour under-21 and First Division teams to not only continuing the programme in the future but also to expand it to include all the police stations in the region and to provide assistance where ever possible. He recalled that the RHTYSC has over the years made numerous donations to the Force and together they have worked on several programmes to reduce crime and drug abuse in the Ancient County. He also disclosed that the club would shortly present its highest award to Inspector GriffithWard in recognition of her outstanding performance as

Secretary to the Regional Commander for a number of years. Inspector GriffithWard would be the first Police Officer to ever receive the award. Acting Deputy Commander E. Davidson was high in his praises for the work of the RHTYSC and urged the club to uphold the high standard it has set over the years. He spoke of the importance of the force and members of civil society working together to reduce crime. Davidson called on the awardees to be honest at all times and to maintain their integrity. Awardee Madanna Persaud expressed thanks to the club and the Thunderbolt Flour teams for honouring her and her

colleagues. She stated that the awardees felt very privileged to be honoured by a very respected organisation and committed all the awardees to upholding their high standards. Each of the awardees received a Plaque of Excellence, Medal of Excellence, Framed Certificate and three gifts. The RHT Thunderbolt Flour Teams are sponsored by the National Milling Company of Guyana {NAMILCO}, located at Agricola, East Bsnk Demerara. Among the players of the team are Kevin Sinclair, Clinton Pestano, Kevlon Anderson, Jonathan Rampersaud, Keith Simpson and Delbert Hicks.

GFF Office Building $12M upgrade almost complete - Staff and visitors to enjoy comfortable and modern amenities Upgrade works at the Guyana Football Federation (GFF) office building, Dadanawa Street, Section ‘K’ Campbellville is nearing completion with staff and visitors already enjoying more comfortable and modern amenities. Federation President, Wayne Forde has informed that he is satisfied with the progress of works so far noting that the total upgrade will cost 12 million Guyana dollars. It was stated before that the aim of works to the building which is owned by the GFF, is to create a more professional working environment for the staff members who spend long hours taking care of the needs of the game in and out of Guyana. Among the works being done is a complete paint over of the building, installation of a server room which will house the new information system; installation

of security and surveillance systems; construction of a welcoming and comfortable reception area for the members and general public; enhancement of the board room, additional wash rooms, staff dining area as well as purchasing new furnishings. “We set out to rehabilitate the building in an effort to create a more corporate, wholesome environment for our employees. I would have stated earlier in the press that the GFF demands quite a bit of its employees, many of them work long hours here on a daily basis and we felt it was important to create a more conducive environment for the long hour that they put in.” Staff members have indicated that they feel more comfortable with a professional layout with the upgrade works; positing that it is his wish that greater productivity would be achieved.

A frontal view of the upgraded GFF office building.

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‘Cricket gear for young and promising cricketers in Guyana’

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GCA aware of no-confidence - Will discuss matter at vote from GYO statutory meeting on June 7

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By Sean Devers

E’bo youths get cricket Gear.

Essequibo youths are the first recipients of cricket gear from Project: “Cricket gear for young and promising cricketers in Guyana”. In a simple but significant ceremony held recently, eight young cricketers from the Essequibo Coast were recipients of cricket gear, four of them a bat each and the other four a pair of batting pads each. The youths were selected by cricket enthusiast, Travis Simon. The recipients were: Omarion Smith, Ijthihad Kadier, Marlon Barcly, Parmesh Persaud, Obed Nedd, Rajesh Kellawan, Devendra Lall and Joshua Hackett. Three batting pads, one helmet, one batting gloves and one gear bag are added to the collection by Kishan Das of the USA. Gear collected so far: Ten pairs of

Youths from E’bo were the first to receive gear.

batting pads, nine bats, four pairs of batting gloves and two gear bags. The used and new gear will be distributed free of cost to young and talented cricketers who need help across the length and breadth of the country. Talent spotting will be done and club leaders will also give guidance. Skill, education and discipline are the key attributes for consideration. Persons who wish to make a contribution can contact me or Kishan Das of the USA. We take this opportunity to thank Imran and Javed Khan of West Indian Sports Complex, Option Group, Bish Panday of P and P Insurance Brokers and Sean Devers. This initiative is a joint effort by Anil Beharry and Kishan Das in the USA.

hortly after the new Georgetown C r i c k e t Association (GCA) was elected at the MYO on January 28, 2021, GYO led a No-Confidence Motion (NCM) against selected members of the Executive body mandated to run Cricket in Guyana’s Capitol City on March 3 after two meetings were held on January 30, 2021 and February 8, 2021. At their third meeting, held on the March 1, 2021, GCA’s Public Relations Officer, Divesh Ramjattan, President & Secretary of the Gandhi Youth Organization (GYO) brought a No Confidence Motion and which was seconded by the Everest Cricket Club against the following members: Neil Barry (President), Roger Harper (2nd Vice President), Emily Dodson (Marketing Manager), Mark Harper (Chairman, Senior Section Committee) and Roderick Lovell (Chairman, Junior Selection Committee). “However, at our last meeting held on May 3, 2021, which was also virtual with all members were present. A correspondence was received by the Secretary from Everest Sports Club withdrawing their letter in support of the No Confidence Motion. Under any other business Mr. Ramjattan was asked his position on the NCM, he said he is still pursuing the matter and a further correspondence was sent to my place of employment. On the following day the Secretary received a second letter of NCM which was supported by the Sophia Cricket team,” informed GCA’s Secretary Deborah McNicol. When contacted, Secretary of Sophia cricket Club Akeem Hinds explained that the reason that their club seconded the NCM was because after approaching the same members in the previous administration the GCA did very little for Sophia when

GCA President Neil Barry

GCA’s executive Deborah McNicol

Sophia’s Akeem Hinds

GYO’s Divesh Ramjattan

they sought help. “We had to pull out of the two-day second division tournament since we had to spend $15,000 per match which would come out of the pockets of the senior players. GYO assisted us in a big way and we did not know that Everest had withdrawn (their support of) the NCM until the last minute,” continued Hinds. “After the letter in support of NCM, we are now being told about the previous GCA board never supported the Sophia Club and they have been getting a lot of support from GYO. The GCA is not sure what support the Sophia Team were seeking,” McNicol wondered. Hinds disclosed that, added to their woes, a piece of land in Sophia was allocated to the club in 2014 for them to maintain which they did. However, some excavation machinery has damaged the ground and President Ali has earmarked a ground at the back of the Sophia, neighbourhood of Tu r k e y e n , P a t t e n s o n , Georgetown. “However, that ground is too small to play cricket and Minister Mazoor Nadir had promised to ask Sports Minister Charles Ramson to

contact us when we met him at the launching of the President’s Cup at Everest. We have not heard from Minister Ramson, although we have never tried to make contact with him or his Ministry,” said Hinds on a matter which has nothing to do with the GCA. “It is strange that Mr. Ramjattan is very selective in his choice of the members he brought the No Confidence Motion against. With exception of Ms. Dodson who was elected to the GCA for the first time, all the other members would have served the GCA for a number of years with distinction. They would have also served by playing cricket for their country and the Region,” added the Malteenoes Executive member and long serving GCA cricket Administrator. McNicol said she wished to state that the GCA body has always been an inclusive and transparent body. Our financial records could stand scrutiny at any time. The matter is expected to be discussed at the GCA’s Statutory meeting which is held on the first Monday of every month and at the OGM on a day to be announced, in adherence to the Constitution of the GCA.