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Wednesday October 10, 2018

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

EDITORIAL

STEPPING ON GUYANA’S SOVEREIGNTY Guyana is a sovereign nation. That state entails the declaration by a political system to operate independently of foreign rule or control. It is the exclusive right to exercise supreme political authority over a geographic region, group of people, or oneself. It is the basic principle of a system of government that is based on the belief that a state is created by the mandate of its people who are the only source of political power and that government must be conducted with the consent of the governed. The concept of sovereignty is considered one of the most debated issues in political science and international law. Even though several philosophers, including Jean Bodin(1530-1596) and Jean-Jacques Rousseau (1712-1778) of France and Thomas Hobbes (1588-1679) and John Locke (1632-1704) of England applied the term to different circumstances, they all have agreed that sovereignty is the ultimate authority in the decision-making process of the state and in the maintenance of law. They argued that the entrusting of such powers to a government for common protection has led to the development of the doctrine of sovereignty that found expression in the American Declaration of Independence in 1776. Although Guyana became a sovereign nation on its attainment of independence on May 26, 1966, its sovereignty continued to be stepped-on by Venezuela’s unsupported claim to its territory and by Suriname which had once occupied Guyana’s New River Triangle. The border issue between Guyana and Suriname is settled, but Venezuela’s persistent claim to Guyana’s territory remains a threat to this country’s sovereignty. In the early post-independence period, foreign domination of the economy was also seen as a threat to Guyana’s sovereignty. The ruling PNC government noted that political independence was not immediately followed by economic independence. Most decisions affecting its economy were made abroad because foreign companies had owned most of the agricultural and mining sectors. Two British companies, Booker McConnell and Jessel Securities which had control of the largest sugar estates in the country exerted a great deal of political influence on the nation. In the early 1970s, the Booker McConnell Company accounted for almost one-third of Guyana’s gross national product. It produced 85 percent of its sugar, employed 15 percent of the work force, and accounted for 35 percent of the nation’s foreign exchange earnings. Booker’s impact on Guyana’s economy was so great that the country was often humorously referred to as “Booker’s Guiana.” Guyana’s sovereignty was also threatened by two other foreign companies, which had dominated the mining sector: the Demerara Bauxite Company (Demba), a subsidiary of the Aluminium Company of Canada (Alcan); and Reynolds Bauxite Company, an affiliate of Reynolds Metals Company of America. Together these firms accounted for 45 percent of the nation’s foreign exchange earnings. Foreign companies also had control of the nation’s major banks. During the 1970s, the PNC government nationalized the major companies operating in the country and regulated the flow of foreign currency, thus eliminating the threat to Guyana’s sovereignty by foreign ownership. Today, Guyana’s sovereignty is severely being threatened once again, this time by China’s Belt and Road Initiative and by ExxonMobil. Instead of observing and adhering to the laws of the land, they are dictating policies and creating new guidelines for the nation and the government to follow. Local content in many areas including the employment of locals is absent from their plans. The actions of China and ExxonMobil as well as Venezuela’s claim to Guyana’s territory remain a major threat to Guyana’s sovereignty.

Editor’s Note; If your sent letter was not published and you felt its contents were valid and devoid of libel or personal attacks, please contact us by phone or email.

PPP needs to stop this musical symphony based on race DEAR EDITOR, I noticed that my friends, and I mean my friends, in the PPP, are once again playing the race card. This is not new; it has been the bane of our people if not the curse of Guyana. At this time, after all the stress this country has been through, one would have thought that a responsible Party leadership would allow us to exhale and breathe a breath of clean, fresh, race-free air supporting a clean, green Guyana. Back in the mid fifties I recall the August 1957 Elections, the PPP relied entirely on appealing to race with the popular ‘anthem’ or slogan ‘ApanJaat.’I remember the Central Demerara Constituency Contest, Elections of 12th of August, 1957 Sydney King ( 6,285 votes) was by far the most popular figure in all the villages but lost to a newcomer, PPP sponsored, Balram Singh Rai (7,125 votes), purely on the basis of racial voting. The PPP has always sadly relied on race to secure an advantage in electoral m a t t e r s . We h a v e h a d several Commissions mounted in response to the demand for ethnic balance in areas where the PPP felt they needed to have the upper hand ignoring our known history. One time it

was the composition of the Public Service, another time it was the Police Force, the Military and now, GECOM. G u y a n a ’s h i s t o r y, i f understood is simple and instructive. Very briefly, after the end of slavery, the British, in an effort to reduce the Bargaining power of the Manumitted Africans on the Plantations, imported labour from Madeira, England, China and India.They also flooded many of the African Communities to frustrate the Africans’ pursuit of farming and business .In the meantime, efforts were made to persuade the Indentured Labourers to pursue Education and Christianity. The freed Africans who were cruelly and completely severed from their ancestral roots in West Africa took to Education and Christianity. This simple analysis explains Guyana in the early part and much of the twentieth century. The freed Africans became teachers, nurses, public servants and joined security services.Others moved to the dangerous interior to mine gold and diamonds.The majority of Indo Guyanese wisely concentrated on cultivation of economic crops and business entrepreneurship. When the PPP therefore

raised and appealed to the International Community, complaining about imbalances in the Public Sector, Police Force, etc. some of us had to remind those beating the race drum, that they could not be selective in their demand for ethnic balance. We contended that if the Advocates for ethnic balance in an enlightened society were serious then let us have the mathematical balance in employment, in public and private enterprises, the allocation of industrial and agricultural lands and indeed, all spheres of national life.Today, as I write, NCN, the State Control Radio Station, broadcast about ninety percent Indian Music and Programmes and less than ten percent of African Music and Programmes. But my friends in the PPP are blind to these things.I write as a Guyanese, who has lived through and shared the trauma of racial strife in this country and I hope and pray everyday that we will march gallantly and gracefully to make a reality our Motto of ‘One People, One Nation, One Destiny,’ and that when we speak to Sue Ping, Samuels, Singh, that we treat with those persons, not based on their colour, but on the content of their character.

Dear Editor, forgive me, but my life experience, disallows me racism. I am proud to be a descendant of an African who was forced to adopt English names and mannerism but cannot ignore the fact that my Mother hails from the Wi s m a r / C h r i s t i a n b u r g community with Amerindian blood surging through her veins. Some of my best and most trusted friends from school days are the Chinese, Portuguese, East Indian and not to forget what I suspect is now in truth a majority those who are mixed. My first wife, was mixed; Caucasian, Amerindian and African, my present wife, is a delicious mixture; her maternal grandfather was a Caucasian who came here from Barbados. Her father, is heavily Indian with a sprinkling of Scottish and African blood. I have grandsons who are pure blue blooded Caucasian British. I grew up in a yard shared by a delightful Portuguese family and two of my most trusted compatriots, were Indian and Portuguese and their children fondly call me “Uncle Hammy or Uncle Dennis.”Today, many of my acquaintances are Indo (Continued on page 6)

Is there internal auditing at the Georgetown Municipality? DEAR EDITOR, Having read Mr. Jermaine Johnson’s letter, captioned “What has the City’s Internal Audit Section been doing?” there are other questions which need to be asked and be answered, hence this letter.Our readers need to know whether this Municipality has an Internal Audit Charter. This Charter is a formal document which defines the internal audit activity’s purpose, authority and responsibility. It establishes the internal audit activity’s position within the Georgetown Municipality, authorises access by the auditors to the records, personnel, and physical properties, relevant to the performance of engagements, and finally, it defines the scope of internal audit activities.If there is no Charter, then the Internal Audit Section (IAS) is limited in their scope of activities. However if there is a Charter, then the IAS is not meeting the professional practice of internal auditing as promulgated in the International Auditing Standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)-Global.Another burning issue is whether the IAS has its independence. This is achieved when the Head of IAS reports functionally to the Council and a SubCommittee of the Council in fulfilling its responsibilities. It is imperative that the internal audit activity must be free from interference in determining the scope of internal auditing, in performing its work, and in communicating the results of its audit engagements. Editor, I am writing this letter based on the information in

the news media, hence I may be subjected to correction. I however wish to emphasise that if there is no Charter and no independence of the IAS, then hardly any internal auditing is being done at this Municipality. And this pronouncement is in keeping with the IIA’s Standards which provide a framework for performing internal auditing. Having said that, the staff of this IAS has never attended any of the Guyana Chapter of the IIA’s continuing professional development Seminars and Workshops. Evidence of this is its most recent Seminar on 26 and 27 September 2018. This speaks volume, since many other entities in the private and public (including Central Government) sectors have been attending such Seminars which goal, among others, is on developing and updating their staff on the practice of this profession. I will venture to state that the IAS of the Municipality appears to need a complete overhauling, and positive efforts should be in train to urgently address the pertinent issues. I close by stating that the existence of an IAS is to attest among others, to the transparency and accountability functions of the Municipality in order to add value to its operations. The relevant authorities need to urgently address the internal auditing activity of this Municipality. Less talk and more urgent and positive action is the way forward. Yours sincerely John Seeram

THE LONG EULOGY FOR THE AFC DEAR EDITOR, I submit to you that the Alliance For Change is a most peculiar and interesting political force. It must hold some international record for having the longest eulogy in the history of mankind. This eulogy commenced from the day it was formed in 2005. Despite success after the success in year after year the eulogising continues unabated for 13 years on the trot.At its inception the party was dismissed as ‘wishy washy’ and the purveyors of doom consigned it to nothing but a mere passing tremor. It stuck around and grew and won six seats in the National Assembly in 2006. It received five of those seats. This historic achievement was dismissed as a fluke and, in another chapter of the eulogy, it was predicted that the party will fritter away. The frittering did not materialize. The party grew and expanded and in 2011 increased its parliamentary seat haul to seven. Again it was condemned as a fading force and the pallbearers were told to be on standby. The forecasting of fading failed. In 2014 the party piloted a No Confidence Motion in the then PPP regime

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which led to the PPP’s eventual downfall. In 2015 the AFC formed a Coalition with the APNU and won the government backed by the people of Guyana.The AFC secured 12 parliamentary seats and eight Cabinet positions. Since 2015 there has been eulogy after eulogy that the party has been subsumed and that it has died. Yet the party rises and soars, building its membership countrywide to a point now where it has more members than every before and will be, for the first time contesting Local Government Elections independently in 38 local government authorities. The party’s official LGE campaign launch - the mega LGE Candidates Expo on Saturday last at its Centre For Change headquarters - has roused the eulogisers into action. The Guyana Times editorial continues to preach doom on the roaring and soaring AFC. No doubt it is expressing fear on behalf of its political benefactor - the PPP.A prominent Kaieteur News columnist has also joined in, even as he manufactures lies and fake news that the AFC Leader spoke at the Saturday event in a lame attempt to bolster his weak

pseudo-analysis. Mr. Trotman was in fact in Mahdia and Lethem on Saturday conducting official business, this was widely reported. That the columnist stated that Mr. Trotman was not only at the AFC event but that he spoke calls into question the columnist’s entire submission on the AFC. His analysis is impotent and lacks credibility.The AFC continues to surprise and defy despite the naysaying and eulogising which has not resorted to manufacturing lies in an effort to consign the AFC to history. The AFC is not history, the AFC has a history of creating history and from the indications of the over-flowing Candidates Expo, it will continue to do so. Yours faithfully Dillon Goring

Minister Trotman should not shirk from doing the correct thing DEAR EDITOR: Response is being made to Minister of Natural Resources, Raphael Trotman’s letter, “Trade Unionist misinformed on Govt., Rusal relations” (KN 9th October 2018). The issue of workers’ rights is taken seriously by me, hence it is inconsequential to delve into the personal, for such could obscure the germane issues under focus and avoid the duty to account. Universally acceptable principles which are grounded in United National Declarations, International Conventions and Charters, the Constitution and Laws of Guyana are irrefutable facts. It’s the first time I- as a member of the Task Force (TF) established to look into the situation at the Bauxite Company of Guyana Incorporated (BCGI) and Oldendorff as a result of United States sanctions on RUSAL, the majority shareholder in BCGIam aware a Terms of Reference (ToRs) was issued to the committee by the Minister. According to the Minister this hereto states, “Conference agreed that a task force led by the Minister in the Ministry of Natural Resources, and comprising representatives of the Ministries of Legal Affairs and Finance, would be convened to hold discussions with the workers of Rusal on the impact of the sanctions on the work force.” There was no representative on the TF from the Ministry of Legal Affairs. The Ministry of Finance was represented by Minister Jaipaul Sharma. With all due respect to Minister Trotman the quoted aforesaid is not considered a ToRs. It represents an overarching direction/objective the coalition administration desires to pursue. Discussions have to be guided by some specific framework, which harness the process, and make meaningful the objective, based on actions taken.

The ToRs was conceptualised and developed by the TF committee, based on interaction with the affected workers and stakeholders and came up with two areas considered critical. These are examination of: a) current workers/employer relationship at the two companies; and b) should sanctions be fully imposed the alternative route government must examine for implementation. Instructively, even as the coalition claims to have an interest on “the impact of the sanctions on the work force,” such cannot be addressed without being mindful of the need to examine same through some framework that would guide implementation. The best course is through the Rule of Law which would determine action(s), including policy formation and programme(s) implementation. Workers at BCGI and Oldendorff are represented by trade unions and addressing the impact of sanctions on them necessitates enforcement of the Collective Labour Agreement, which has within a section that guides the treatment of Severance. Where the companies continue to show no regard for workers’ constitutional right (as ensconced in Article 147) and Section 23 (1) of the Trades Union Recognition Act, Government is empowered to enforce Section 4 of the Labour Act to secure Section 23(1) and Article 147. It is a primary function of government to maintain and ensure a stable and harmonious industrial relations environment through the tools available to it, which are stated. What we continue to get is inaction on government’s part and last Wednesday (3rd October) we learnt government will hold the recommendations in the TF Interim Report, which attended to these rights, in abeyance. I maintain, we the people are not being well served by this act of government, for rights are never held

in abeyance but ought to be respected and enforced every single day of our lives. Like the bauxite Report, it is has become a tendency of government to have the wastage of human and other resources in the establishment of a number of task forces, commissions of inquiry and forensic audits, only to later not act on the recommendations therein. To the Minister’s claim that his 20th December 2017 letter-sent to BCGI management pledging government’s hand-off attitude to employer/ workers relations- is being From page 5 misread, let it be made clear. While that letter came after the Guyana Revenue Authority and BCGI collaborated on a system to refund overtime and cease its taxation, which was something the Guyana Bauxite and General Workers Union (GB&GWU) for years fought for, it does not absolve accountability of a Minister of Government, lawmaker and Attorney-at-law, where an acrimonious labour environment exists to say the coalition government will take an “arm’s length approach to union matters.” The APNU+AFC administration is duly credited for restoring a benefit the bauxite workers fought for and achieved in 1988, which the Desmond Hoyte administration extended to the sugar workers and the Bharrat Jagdeo administration arbitrarily took away from bauxite workers even as it was maintained for sugar workers. It is not BCGI management that restored taxfree overtime. That’s a function of government’s decision-making and directive the company has to carry out. Overtime refund has not restored the industrial relations environment to normalcy. Further, my presence with the Minister earlier this year at BCGI does not change the content of his 20th December 2017 letter. My presence, his or Minister Simona Broomes’ has not seen the (Continued on page 6)

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Granger’s Overture to Jagdeo should pany like Exxon. be Commended President Granger sees DEAR EDITOR, John Updike’s fictional character, Colonel Hakim Felix Ellellou, notes that his country has been “engulfed by Gulf” and “Xed out by Exxon”. He speaks about the exploitation of his country’s oil: they make from your sacred blood slippery green bags in which they place their garbage ... toys that break in their children’s hands, and hair curlers [for their] brides ... [who] parade in supermarkets buying food wrapped in transparent petroleum and grown from fertilizers based upon your blood! Of your blood they make deodorants to mask their Godgiven body scents and wax for the matches to ignite their death-dealing cigarettes and more wax to shine their shoes while the people of Kush tread upon the burning sands

barefoot! And while he rages, ironically, he smells American cookies and begins to salivate. This fictional character, like our lawyers, accountants and engineers who are negotiating on Guyana’s oil, is aware of Exxon’s tenacity to get their pie by whatever insidious means they need to employ. Knowing this, our negotiators need to be vigilant of their basic instinct when “cookies” are thrown their way. Our negotiators need to be in constant control of their collective reason and faculties when dealing with a powerful company that may use all the foibles of their counterparts to get what they want. Plainly speaking, the country has to be united in its negotiation with a com-

the need for us to be united as a nation and has made an overture to the opposition leader, former President Jagdeo, who has not reciprocated in kind (Guyana Review October 3, 2018). President Granger, without malice, also pointed out that he, as Head of State, was not given the opportunity to be heard at a General Assembly. President Granger’s magnanimity should be noted because he has risen above partisan politics (or do I dare say racial politics) and is trying to engage with the opposition so that the many urgent needs in governance are addressed. Why the opposition would squander this opportunity raises the question of their priorities – is it personal? Sincerely, Stanley Niamatali

Minister Trotman should not shirk from doing ... From page 5 management’s attitude to the workers changed in a favourable direction. In fact, such respect can only come when government, as guardian of our Laws, sees to the enforcement of the Laws. I’m on record repeatedly saying the issue of Labour is complex, cuts across every agency in government and the importance of having a Ministry of Labour to recognise and shape policies and programmes consistent with universally acceptable principles. The absence of this understanding is being reinforced in Minister Trotman’s letter, the

Guyana Teachers Union/Ministry of Education stand-off, the sugar workers’ issue, and so many more. Labour deals with the interest, welfare and rights of citizens, from childhood and even after retirement. The coalition has no policy position/white paper to guide them accordingly, hence the president and ministers continue to speak and act out of turn, often lurching from one misstep to another. Minister Trotman has the capacity to do the correct thing and should not shirk from it. Lincoln Lewis.

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The AFC in just three years has lost its identity DEAR EDITOR, The Alliance for Change is once again resorting to the tactics it used in 2005 and in subsequent years-attack the PNC and the PPP in an attempt to garner support and voters’ sympathy. The AFC in just three years have lost their identity. They have been consumed and have become mere pawns to the PNC dominated Government.-agreeing or disagreeing as the need arises. When one reads the statements in the Action Plan written by Messrs Ramjattan and Trotman it is pellucid that those lofty ideals were just window dressing to appeal to the people. I wish to remind the Guyanese public of what Ramjattan and Trotman had stated in that manifesto called the Action Plan. KhemrajRamjattan had stated that, the AFC will free us from ‘the divisive racial politics of the past, from the corruption that engulfs us, from the oppressive taxes we are forced to pay, from the deadly crime that haunts and traumatizes us, from the economic decline, and from the hopelessness that we breathe daily….Over four decades of PNC and PPP Governments have left us all bruised, weary and hopeless.’ His counterpart, Mr. Trotman had echoed similar proclamations. He had stated

that, ‘the rich get richer while most Guyanese continue to remain poor...Failure to change now will lead to five more years of high taxation, higher unemployment, soaring crimes and widespread hopelessness’ (AFC’s Action Plan 2011). Let us now analyze what has happened since 2015. Unfortunately, the racial vendetta unleashed on the PPP members and supporters across Guyana, especially in the sugar industry has proven the hypocrisy of this statement. The AFC has remained silent while this ‘divisive racial politics’ in being unleashed. Persons perceived as supporters and members of the PPP have been unconscionably kicked out of their jobs. The ethnic cleaning and the witch-hunting are quite horrific! Moreover, the corruption in now pervasive and out of control, the Durban Park mega-corruption, the Drugs Bond deal, the pre-feasibility contract for the New Demerara Harbour Bridge scandal, the flagrant disregard for the procurement process in the $620 million drugs purchase for the GHPC, the $18 million US signing bonus which is still to be placed in the Consolidated Fund and the mother of all-corruption the surreptitiously negotiated petroleum sharing oil contract with Exxon Mobil. The Auditor General’s Annual Report for Y2016 found 82 breaches of the FMAA and 71 breaches of the Procurement Act. This is still continuing and the AFC has fully supported its coalition partner the APNU! In fact the Ministry of Public Infrastructure which is run by the AFC is touted as the most corrupt ministry of the Coalition Government. Both Trotman and Ramjattan spoke about ‘oppressive taxes’ against the people but he should now recognize and admit that since 2015 there has been a drastic increase in taxes as well as the introduction of new taxes

(over 200 taxes), ‘the rich is getting richer, while most Guyanese remain poor’ and there is now more than ever, ‘high taxation, higher unemployment, soaring crimes and widespread hopelessness’ (Trotman). Ramjattan should also admit that just after three years this Nation has become more, ‘bruised, weary and hopeless’. Over 30,000 Guyanese have been thrown on the breadline while the economy is precariously placed at 2.1% growth and all economic indicators point in a downward descent. Now this deceitful tactics of the AFC has once again becomes evident. For the past three years the AFC has fully supported the actions of this Government which is PNC dominated and has remained silent on all the wrongs meted out to the Guyanese people but now it has come a full circle and decided to once again attack the PNC. This is a vain attempt to gain the support it once had. Its glory days are over! The AFC will do better if it withdraws from contesting in those constituencies where it committed blatant electoral fraud. That will at least give the AFC some credibility. Time to follow Jagdeo! The President at Anna Regina had told the people that, ‘Local Government Elections is not about victim or victor, winning or losing; it is about giving the people the opportunity to run their own affairs’. This is far from the truth since neither the APNU nor the AFC had condemned the widespread electoral fraud perpetrated by their respective parties on the same people whom he wants to empower.The AFC has not only committed political harakiri by coalescing with the PNC and then become partners in corruption and mismanagement but it has caused this Nation to deeply bury its trust in any third force for generations to come!! Yours sincerely, Haseef Yusuf

PPP needs to stop... From page 4 Guyanese and others, Non African persons.This brief letter is to appeal to my friends in the PPP to stop this musical symphony based on race. It is so nonsensical. Former President Ramoutar once told me he was not pure Indian.What of my friend Clement Rohee?On the Government side, find me anyone, who has pure Indian, African, Chinese, Portuguese or Amerindian blood? Today, let us celebrate our rich heritage and end this charade. God bless the Cooperative Republic of Guyana

and let us celebrate by singing and doing what is contained in one of our National Songs, ‘Let us Co-operate for Guyana ’ words and music written by mixed Guyanese, William .R. A (Billy) Pilgrim. May I make this caveat, I bet you some of those at GECOM described as Afro Guyanese, are parents and grandparents of other ethnic groups.But thanks to the cosmetic business, how can you know who is really Indo, Chino, Porto, Afro or Amerindian?The truth is all awe are one family. Hamilton Green

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Sun and Sands has no mining permit in Guyana- GGMC boss While there are reports that persons linked to Sun and Sands Hotel are currently involved in mining, the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC) is claiming that it is yet to issue the company with a licence to carryout mining in Guyana. Since 2014, Sun and Sands was supposed to construct a massive luxury hotel at Liliendaal. The sod turning and everything was done. The US$54M five-star, luxury hotel and casino was to have some 163 rooms. The then political opposition had much concern. Particularly, the Opposition thought that Sun and Sands had no real interest in the hospitality industry but was using that to get a foot into Guyana’s mining industry. Allegations surfaced that prospecting mining licences previously under the control of a prominent local firm had been transferred. Back in 2014, the now Minister of Public Security, Khemraj Ramjattan, said, “One has to wonder whether this was the real intention all along (to go into gold and diamond mining).” He said in addition, “We have few details of this deal. It was announced suddenly and we would like to know whether

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Lethem man crashes on bridge and dies

Worried friends and others at the scene of the accident Monday night.

President Donald Ramotar and BhushanChandna (Sun and Sun official), turningthe sod for the construction of the new hotel back in July 2014. any mining concessions were tied to the hotel construction.”Recently, Kaieteur News got word that Sun and Sands is still pursuing large scale mining here. “Yes, they are into mining,” said one source. The source continued, “I knew they did not have certain requirements that GGMC made but like they still went ahead and issued permit.” However, GGMC said that this is not the case. GGMC Commissioner, Newell Dennison, said, “As far as I can ascertain, no mining licence has been issued to Sun and Sands.”Dennison declined to make further comments. However, other

sources at GGMC confirmed that Sun and Sands indeed has a pending application. The GGMC officer said, “They had made an application for a mining licence and that mining licence has not yet been issued. We had a few difficulties with them; we were not getting from them what we were looking for as it relates to certain information so the process has been stalled. Another GGMC official said that by now the application should have been cancelled “but you know everybody knows somebody. But I figure that at some stage a definitive decision will have to be made.”

A Lethem man is dead after he crashed his motorcycle into a pick-up. Killed is Sylvester De Mendonca, also known as Junior Atkinson.According to reports, the 24-year-old died on the St. Ignatius bridge in Region Nine after colliding with a pickup that was crossing from the opposite direction at the same time. Reports said that the fatal accident occured about 21:20hrs.Lethem is a town that borders Brazil.The motorcycle was said to be unregistered. According to police, the motorcycle was proceeding north along the St Ignatius public road at a fast rate of speed and upon approaching the bridge collided with the pickup.The bridge can only accommodate one vehicle at a time. He was examined by a doctor

who pronounced him dead at the scene of the accident. His body was picked up and conveyed to the Lethem Public Hospital mortuary where it is

awaiting a post mortem examination.The driver of the pick-up, Ramesh Barker, 45, is said to be in custody assisting with the investigation.

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Master trainers to help improve maths performance Mathematics Master Trainers yesterday signed contracts to begin working with mathematics teachers across the 10 Administrative Regions. This move comes as part of the Ministry of Education’s effort to improve the delivery of the subject and ultimately the mathematics performance among students at the secondary level within the public education system.

This venture is one that falls under the Guyana Secondary Education Improvement Project [GSEIP], according to GSEIP Project Coordinator, Mr. Jimmy Bhojedat. There will be 29 Master Trainers tasked with firstly training over 600 mathematics teachers within the regions. Following this period of training, the teachers will undergo a period of mentoring and coaching.

And Bhojedat noted that yesterday’s activity represented yet another significant milestone for GSEIP and for the Education Ministry. Senior Education Officer [Mathematics], Mr. Ameer Ali, said that the Master Trainers comprise of some of the best and brightest mathematics teachers at the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate [CSEC} and Grade Six level.

Two of the Master Trainers signing their contracts in the presence of colleagues, Minister of Education, Ms. Nicolette Henry; Permanent Secretary, Ms. Adele Clarke; and GSEIP Project Coordinator, Mr. Jimmy Bhojedat. He explained that some of the Master Trainers are lecturers at the Cyril Potter College of Education [CPCE], University of Guyana or have attained over 10 years of experience teaching the subject. Ali said that the Master Trainers will be required to go into schools, work with teachers and guide them using material from the mathematics kits that have already been distributed to schools across Guyana. He said that based on observations made by the Master Trainers, they can host developmental sessions with

teachers or it can be done regionally. This, he said, will occur for the next two years. Minister of Education, Ms. Nicolette Henry, congratulated the Master Trainers for taking up the leadership role to move the education sector forward and take it to a better place particularly as it relates to the delivery of mathematics and students’ performance in the subject. She said that it is important that teachers understand delivery and content so that students can leave school with a good understanding of the principles that govern

mathematics. With the work to be done by the Master Trainers, Minister Henry said that she trusts that there will be improved performance and outcomes not only in test scores but in behavioural patterns towards mathematics. Further, Minister Henry said that she is pleased that there are male Master Trainers involved in the project since their presence would have a greater impact along the gender spectrum as it relates to male underperformance particularly in the secondary school level.

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BIT wants Administrator to repay embezzled funds The Board of Industrial Training (BIT) is looking to recover millions of dollars that has reportedly been embezzled by officials of the Upper Corentyne Industrial Training Centre (UCITC). This newspaper is in possession of a letter that BIT sent to UCIT C’s Administrator, Azad Sugrim, after a recent audit which proved that millions of dollars went unaccounted for. Earlier this year, the audit was requested by the Chairman and the Board of Directors of BIT, Clinton Williams. The Audit was conducted by the office of the Auditor General. BIT, in its letter, said that the audit “resulted from the culmination of allegations of financial mismanagement and misuse of the BIT’s funds made against of the Adminis-

tration of the UCITC.” The letter continued, “As a consequence of these allegations, a forensic audit was conducted by the Audit Office of Guyana and the findings are very troubling and a cause for grave concern. Among the findings cited in the Audit, is the non-use of monies that BIT would have paid to the UCITC for the delivery of the BIT’s programmes at that institution. ”The letter said that in some instances, it was found that the BIT funds were never fully utilized “to finance certain aspects of our programmes.BIT said, “It is our opinion that the UCITC is obligated to reimburse the BIT for the monies which it never spent on our training programmes.” BIT forwarded a copy of

the audit and demanded a response. One of the damning findings of the audit was that, on many occasions, UCITC collected monies from BIT but did not put the money towards the use for which it was requested. Kaieteur News understands that this has been going on for years. Specifically, it has been found that Sugrim inflated the cost of the electricity bills for the institution which is funded by Government. The Audit found that UCTIC collected the money to buy various materials and equipment but would then use material provided by the Ministry. The money collected to buy those equipment and materials remain unaccounted for.

DEM BOYS SEH

Collect taxes from Jagdeo and he colleagues Nothing has changed. Is same six of one and half a dozen of de odda. Everybody hustling a dollar. De amount of money dem politicians handle can double all dem teacher payment fuh life. Tek Pradoville 1, Jagdeo seh he collect $100M fuh he property. Plenty of dem sell out dem own fuh de same amount. Then when you go to Pradoville 2, de price more than double. Dem sell dem house fuh $200M. Dem mek big profit because dem boys believe nuff of dem didn’t even spend a cent to build de house. People build it fuh dem as gift. Dem boys know fuh sure Jagdeo get more than gift including de US$500,000 chandelier.

Larry Singh get $300M in rent fuh a building he buy fuh $25M. Rob de Earth sell he radio station fuh couple hundred million and de properties dat come wid it, including anodda man property wha dem boys hear dem covet and tek away by fraud. All dem politician wha got big bank account all over de world, including Guyana. Nuff of dem build mansions and driving top a de line vehicles. De big question is wheh de money come from. A lot of people asking if de GRA man collect de people share in taxes. Dem same crooks, including Jagdeo, order Khurshid Sattaur to go after poor Freddie Kissoon who don’t have money to buy four tyres

fuh de old car he driving. Sattaur go after Freddie old furniture in ee house and tax him, but he never touch any of dem big boys, including Jagdeo. Freddie had to come to de Waterfalls boss man fuh borrow money to pay de furniture tax. Dem boys want Statia tek a page out of Sattaur book and go after all dem crooks. Dem boys don’t want him to go so low like Sattaur. Go after de taxes on de profits dem made and de millions dem have hide away. As fuh Jagdeo, dem boys want Statia to go after de billions he got stashed all over de world. And go after de rent he collecting from Babbie. Talk half and jail dem tax dodgers.

Also, UCTIC was caught inflating bills. In just one instance, UCTIC could not have accounted for over $7M. An audit report stated, “The Training centre only submitted pay sheets, bills and receipts amounting to $1.4M resulting in an unaccounted difference of $ 7 . 1 3 6 M . ” Further, the Audit Office noted that the proposal which UCTIC submitted to BIT included a sum of $1.501M for electricity charges based on a calculation that the training centre consumes $5M of electricity per month. However, an examination of the electricity bills for the years 2012-2014 by the Audit Office revealed that the average monthly consumption of the training centre was $449,270, that is, a difference of $1.052M per month.

The Audit Office reported that using that training school’s principle for calculation of electricity charges, the amount that should have been requested was $150,120, “based on the average monthly consumption, an over-estimation of $1.35M.” An official from BIT told Kaieteur News, “We are not just letting it down, something has to happen.” The official, who spoke on

the grounds of anonymity, said, “There are several issues here. You have to notice, also, that they are not only robbing us, they are also saying that they are paying $5M per month for electricity, which means that that is the amount in the budget they submit to the Ministry. So they are basically getting two sweet out of one.” Sugrim remains on the job.

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THE FREDDIE KISSOON COLUMN

When is dead meat fit and proper to eat? The AFC emerged as a third pathway after President Jagdeo took the PPP into autocratic directions. Jagdeo soiled and destroyed the long standing image of the PPP that Cheddi Jagan shaped over fifty years. Substantial numbers in traditional PPP constituencies wanted to give Moses Nagamootoo and Khemraj Ramjattan an opportunity to provide an alternative. Across the racial divide, African Guyanese respected and admired Raphael Trotman. It was either him or Robert Corbin and they chose

him. The third way was assured when Trotman and Ramjattan forged their unity move. The AFC galvanized the Guyanese imagination in two ways - a hope for racial unity; the eventual arrival of an alternative to the two Leviathans. I was engaged in two campaigns for the AFC before 2015 – the 2011 general elections and the 2012 exercise across Guyana to explain the budget cuts. You had to be on the ground with the AFC to see the hope people had in them. The AFC had now arrived.

By 2014, Guyana had accepted that there was a third party that offered a way out of the morass created over sixty years by the PPP and PNC. Throughout Guyana, people embraced this third party to the extent that the AFC officially declared it would become dead meat if it ever partnered either one of the two Leviathans. But it did just that and won power. Up to the time it got power in 2015, it still wasn’t dead meat. Then as it progressed into power, it became dead meat. The rest of this article

traces how the meat got rotten and why it is so badly decomposed that it is totally unfit and improper to be digested. There was an inherent contradiction between the status of dead meat and the physiology of coalition government. It was the AFC that invented the theory of dead meat; therefore, the AFC had to see that the decay of the meat was intricately liked to its role in coalition government. Its role in coalition politics determines if the meat would rot. The meat did become carcass and an infected one at that. I am not going to return to more than a dozen columns I have written about the AFC’s crass and sickening ignorance of what coalition governments mean. The AFC is a depraved and indecent party that has reached the end of its life, and deservingly so. There can be no excuse for the abominable immoral politics of the AFC. This is the party that proclaimed that if it aligns with either the PPP or the PNC it would become stink, rotting, infected carcass. So once it aligned with one of the big dinosaurs, then it had to be careful to avoid becoming decaying

fish. But it never took such caution. I repeat for the umpteenth time – the AFC had to know that in coalition government, each party sets out what it wants based on its ideals, dreams, orientation, values, belief system, etc. Coalition government is not single party administration where the ruling party has a majority. In coalition regimes, one party pursues its agenda and minds its own business while the other constituents in the arrangements do the same. The moral rule is not to be seen cussing down each other or voicing daily disagreements. The AFC didn’t do that. David Hinds put it appropriately. He wrote that the AFC bought into all the policies its partner, the APNU was pursuing and pursued. But it is much more than that. The AFC became dead meat because of the nature of its political mentality. It was a middle class party that had no mass based support and did not care about advancing the economics of the working people. The only interests it advanced were those of its middle class friends. I repeat in this column – I

Frederick Kissoon broke with the AFC from the first day it took power. When it was selecting its ministers in its boardroom at its office on May 18, 2015 (I think), three AFC leaders emotionally got up and identified one of their middle class friends that they will assign the ministry of environment to. None of the AFC campaign workers, members and second tier leadership ever heard about this woman. The AFC’s LGE slogan is, “fit and proppa.” Only unthinking politicians would choose such a comical slogan. The term “fit and proper” has now taken on a laughable twist to it, given the GECOM Chairman contretemps. Most people find the term amusing and use it in that context. The AFC’s slogan should read, “fit and proppa and propadrine.” Do they know what propadrine means?

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Bread and pastry attract multi-million $$$ bids - Three hospitals to be upgraded The National Tenders and Procurement Administration yesterday opened six bids, all above $6M for a yearly supply of bread and pastry to hinterland residents and the hinterland scholarship dormitory. This project was put to tender by the Ministry of Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs and the bids opened were as follows:

Ministry of Indigenous Peoples Affairs – Procurement of bread (Lot 1) and pastries (Lot 2) for indigenous residents and hinterland scholarship dormitory. Aside from hinterland residents benefitting from bread and pastries, three hospitals around Guyana are on the schedule for an upgrade. This project was put to tender by the Ministry of Public Health and received a sole technical and financial proposal. The hospitals in line for an upgrade are Bartica Regional Hospital, West Demerara Hospital and the Suddie Regional Hospital. The technical and financial proposal that was opened belongs to:

Ministry of Public Health – Upgrade of three hospitals: West Demerara Bartica Suddie Still in the department of healthcare, the board opened 4 bids all above $40M for the supply, delivery and installation of medical supplies and equipment. This tender, however, was put forth by the Regional Democratic Council, Region 9. The bids received were:

Regional Democratic Council, Region 9 – Supply, Delivery and Installation of medical supplies and equipment. Three other technical and financial proposals were opened, but this time for a project put to tender by the Ministry of Business. The project was put to tender in search of market representative companies to represent Guyana in the United Kingdom. The proposals opened for this project were from:

Ministry of Business- Procurement for market representative companies to represent Guyana in the United Kingdom. The board also had a retender on the Office of the Elections Commission request for five new Toyota land cruisers and two new minibuses. This retender saw only three bids, all above $70M.

Office of the Elections Commission – Retender: Procurement of vehicles. Lot 1: Five New Toyota Land Cruisers Lot 2: Two new Minibuses In closing, the board opened two sets of bids on the Ministry of Agriculture’s behalf. These projects detailed rehabilitating the road in NAREI’s compound and the construction of a fence at the Abattoir compound. The bids opened for these projects were as follows:

Ministry of Agriculture – Construction of Fence at Abattoir Compound, MMA-ADA, West Coast Berbice, Region 5.

Ministry of Agriculture – Rehabilitation of Road in NAREI’s Compound, Mon Repos, East Coast Demerara, Region 4.

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Guyana and Colombia in knowledge transfer Mission - in quest to advance safety and Disaster Risk Management in schools

Representatives from Colombia who are lending support to Guyana.

Creating safe environments for teachers and students in the face of a disaster is among the top priorities of the Ministry of Education. The Ministry of Education is not taking lightly school safety and Disaster Risk Management. These were amplified Monday at the opening session of a four-day Mission

Regional Education Officer, Ms. Marcia Paddy being held by the Ministry of Education in collaboration with the Environmental Protection Agency [EPA] in partnership with the Presidential Agency on International Cooperation of Colombia. The team from Colombia comprises Secretary of Education, Colombia, Mr. Miguel Ochoa, and other education officers including representatives from the University Of Antioquia, Colombia. The Mission is geared to facilitate the transfer of Risk Management and School Safety between Guyanese and the Colombian contingent. According to District Education Officer, and Coordinator of the Mission, Mr. Sherwin Blackman, the partnership started over a year ago between the Education Ministry, EPA and the Government of Colombia. He said that the goal is to create a mobile system to teach risk management and first aid for the benefit of schools. He said that it is important that when discussing the issue of risk management, it must be understood not only in the context of natural disasters but other social issues. Delivering the feature address at the forum was Region Ten Education Officer, Ms. Marcia Paddy, who said that in May 2018, a representative from the Education Ministry [Mr. Sherwin Blackman] and the EPA represented Guyana in Colombia in an exploratory visit to gain experience in disaster risk management in schools. “This was with the understanding that Guyana will do its part in implementing processes that will result in safer and greener educational facilities, that the education sector will work towards the continued reducing of risk at

schools and establish an ideal, yet adaptable approach to risks management at the school level,” said Paddy. Even as she underscored that the plan will be implemented in an organised manner, Paddy explained, “It is a structured in-depth process that encompasses a variety of approaches and synergies. The Ministry of Education recognises the significance of Risk Management and School Safety in the promotion of best practices of risk management.” This development comes on the heels of a competition in 2017, which saw the participation of three schools which were assessed based on their vulnerability. These schools were Diamond Secondary, South Ruimveldt Secondary and Tucville Secondary. Following this competition, Paddy said that action plans with recommendations for improving each of the named school’s safety and disaster risk reduction were designed. Against this background, the Model Safe School Programme is being piloted at three other schools—St. John’s College, Richard Ishmael Secondary School and Dolphin Secondary School. Paddy said that the longterm expectations as a result of the training is geared at the development of comprehensive protocols for risk management equipment and to ensure teachers and students are trained as first responders with basic first aid skills. Executive Director of the EPA, Dr. Vincent Adams, said that Guyana is a blessed country. He noted that save for floods, the country is not affected by any major natural disaster. Continued on page 13

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Govt. moves to decriminalize, obeah, vagrancy, suicide attempts Laws which criminalized obeah, vagrancy, suicide and other offences might be no longer, as Attorney General Basil Williams S.C, and a team met on Monday to review existing legislation and propose recommendations of amendments for Summary Jurisdiction (Offences) Act, Cap. 8.02. The Minister and his team met with consultant, Mr. Peter Pursglove S.C, who is contracted under the Support for the Criminal Justice System Programme (SCJS). The Attorney General has highlighted that a prison sentence is usually an inappropriate sanction, especially for non-violent, minor offenses. Various alternatives have been implemented in other jurisdictions, such as bail, seizure of travel documents, periodic reporting to police or other authorities, electronic monitoring or curfews, and conditional and suspended sentences. According to a statement by the chambers of the Attorney General, “It is envisaged that these proposed amendments will include the decriminalization of some current offences and the recommendation of alternatives to imprisonment in respect of certain summary offences, particularly those of a minor and non-violent nature. These objectives will

be achieved through both amendments to existing legislation and the drafting of entirely new legislation.” In these discussions, it was rationalized that the criminal law of Guyana contains several categories of offences that in other jurisdictions have now been decriminalized. Many of these offences carry a sentence of imprisonment if the perpetrator is found guilty. For example, offences concerning roguery and vagabondage, vagrancy, obeah and witchcraft, incorrigible roguery, attempt to commit suicide and criminal defamation are now decriminalized, in whole or in part, in many jurisdictions thus reducing rates of imprisonment. “In such cases, decriminalizing the behaviour and dealing with it outside the criminal law has not resulted in any negative impact on public safety. Other offences may no longer warrant the imposition of a sentence of imprisonment and may now be dealt with by way of fine or other non-custodial sanctions,” the statement added. These activities are intended to impact the Criminal Justice System by increasing the use of Alternative Sentencing in the Criminal Justice System.

Guyana and Colombia in knowledge... From page 12 Despite this, he reminded that Guyana is still vulnerable since it is below sea level. He said that risk management and risk analysis will teach Guyanese, especially children, how to be prepared and what to do if certain situations arise. Dr. Adams added that with climate change being inevitable, preparedness is necessary. Meanwhile, Lieutenant Colonel Kester Craig, Director General (ag) of the Civil Defence Commission, said that children are an important group since they are strong and resilient, adapting to stresses that weaken most adults. However, he noted that children are still vulnerable. He noted that educational facilities need to be retrofitted to make the environment safe. According to the Director General, this needs to be done at both private and public schools with implements that are simple, applicable and adaptable. He said that personnel within the school system needs to be trained and equipped to protect those persons who come under their charge. Secretary-General of the Guyana Red Cross, Ms. Dorothy Fraser, noted that training in the areas of risk management and school safety is imperative so that young people, parents and teachers can know how to prevent disaster and administer aid.

The Attorney General Basil Williams S.C. (third from left) and members of the team.

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SOCU fails to defend court case, Magistrate dismisses charges accounting records; that no evidence was led in court to establish that the law requires accounting records to be kept only in a general ledger and that the prosecution produced no such document for

FREED: Former GRDB manager, Jagnarine Singh and his deputy, Madanlall Ramraj. Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman was left with no choice but to dismiss the charges against former Guyana Rice Development Board (GRBD) executives after citing a number of failures by the Special Organized Crime Unit (SOCU) to defend its case. The case surrounds allegations of fraud leveled against former General Manager, Jagnarine Singh, and his deputy, Madanlall Ramraj, for failing to enter true entries of over $4.2 M into the company’s ledger, knowing that it was contrary to standard operation procedures. The incidents are said to have occurred between 2011 and 2012, at the company’s Lot 16-17 Cowan Street, Kingston head office. The duo was facing 16 charges in relation to the matter. Their case which was ongoing before Magistrate Latchman was scheduled for peremptory hearing at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court yesterday. The hearing was scheduled for the continuation of evidence by prosecution witness, Keshwanand Seetaram, for whom an arrest warrant was issued. Seetaram was however not present when the matter was called yesterday. Special Prosecutors, Hewley Griffith and Lawrence Harris, indicated to the court that they had no other witnesses available and requested adjournment to facilitate the testimony of Special Superintendent of Police attached to SOCU, Sheronie James. James was also not present yesterday. Given the obvious unpreparedness of SOCU to proceed with the trial,

Attorney for the former GRBD officials, Glenn Hanoman, made an application for the prosecution to close their case. He pointed out that it looks as if SOCU did not know what they were doing. “They have provided this court with a lot of excuses, piecemeal evidence and have been wasting the court’s time.” “They claim that Ms James was not available on number of occasions before and I believe the Court has exercised enough patience with this matter. It is time that the prosecution closes its case,” Hanoman said. SOCU attorney Griffith then told the Court that he was unaware of a number of developments in the case. “I would prefer to get further directions from the Director of Public Prosecution, (DPP) before making the determination, Your Worship,” Griffith said. However, Magistrate Latchman told the Attorney that the court has exhausted enough time and resources, waiting on SOCU officers to defend its case. “This court has wasted enough time waiting on Ms James. Prosecutor, I am ordering you to close your case,” Latchman said. Griffith hesitated in the face of the Magistrate’s order but he eventually relented. And since the prosecution had no other witnesses to lead evidence in the matter, Attorney Hanoman presented a no case submission on behalf of the two men. In the no case submission, Hanoman essentially argued that his clients were not the ones responsible for making

verification by the Court. In response, Attorney Hewley Griffith noted that the prosecution has established that the two men’s signatures were on the accounts and that they breached the operating procedures, which formed a

basis of the evidence against them. After considering the submissions of both lawyers, Magistrate ruled in favour of the no- case submission. She dismissed the 16 charges against the two men.

“I have determined that a prima facie case has not been made out against you ...In circumstances all the charges against you have been dismissed and you are free to go,” Latchman told the former GRDB managers yesterday.

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Campbellville double murder…

Relative of dead pandit, son testifies of identifying bodies

DEAD: Deonarine Liliah and his son Gopaul Liliah Petamber Liliah has testified to identifying the bodies of the murdered pandit and his son at the Georgetown Public Hospital mortuary on July 11, last. The witness told the court that the bodies were identified in the presence of a police officer and a government pathologist, days after the crime was allegedly committed. Liliah, who was identified as the brother of the dead Pandit, was called to the stand yesterday to testify at the Preliminary Inquiry, (PI) into the matter which is ongoing before Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court. Deonarine Liliah, a 61year-old Pandit and businessman, and his 28-year old-son Gopaul Liliah were found dead last July, in their Lot 25 Craig Street, Campbellville home with multiple stabs wounds about their bodies. The father and son were discovered after a tenant who lives downstairs made a report at the Kitty Police Station after neighbours complained about a stench coming from the upper flat of the home. Police arrived at the scene and found Deonarine Liliah lying on his back in the living room. He was clad in white long pants and his face was covered with a multi-coloured top. Police also detained a businessman who was believed to have hired the defendant to kill Deonarine Liliah and his son to avoid repaying a US$40,000 debt. Investigators said that after butchering the father and son, the killers conducted an unsuccessful search for a document that the mastermind had signed regarding the money that he owed. Their actions were

reportedly recorded by hidden CCTV cameras in the house. An autopsy revealed that the victims had been stabbed 66 times. Police reportedly recovered CCTV footage, which showed a man jumping the western fence and entering the home, through the northern front door. Orlando Douglas, 30, is currently on remand for the two murders. The PI into the matter being conducted in the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts came up for hearing yesterday when Liliah told the court that he participated in the investigations into his brother and nephew’s death specifically by aiding police in the identification of the bodies. He said that the identification of the duo happened at Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, (GPHC) on July 11 in the presence of Government Pathologist Dr Nehaul Singh and a police officer. According to the witness, his nephew was dressed in a grey ‘trunks’ and his brother, a Hindu Priest was attired in a religious garment at the time that a post mortem examination was conducted. After recounting all that he did in relation to the investigation, Liliah told the court that the bodies were handed over to the family for cremation immediately after the autopsy was conducted. Liliah’s testimony follows that of Crime scene photographer Detective Constable, Calvis Douglas, who testified, last month, to visiting the crime scene and taking photographs of the dead men. He told the court that he lodged the images and explained what was done in providing the said pictures and tendering them as evidence in the court.

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Natural Resource Fund at risk for political gain - Int’l Analysts By Kiana Wilburg

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n spite of the poten tial economic benefits that would flow from the introduction of a Natural Resource Fund (NRF) (also known as a Sovereign Wealth Fund), there remains the substantial risk that future Guyanese governments will use resources of the fund for short-term, political gain. This is according to NRF Analysts, Asim Ali and Patrick J. Schena. In its special report titled, “Harnessing Oil Wealth in Guyana via a Sovereign Wealth Fund: Look Before

You Leap,” the duo notes that while a NRF would provide a useful framework for capture and management of resource wealth, its impact is fully dependent on the commitment of future Governments to elevate the fund and its mission above short-term political expediencies. It stressed, too, that the quiescent, but long-standing, territorial dispute between Guyana and Venezuela certainly increases the challenges of introducing an NRF to Guyana. They contended that while flare-ups may have as much to do with Venezuelan

domestic politics as with the oil exploration issue, a political-cum-economic framework between Guyana and Venezuela is necessary – perhaps with the support of regional partners - for long-term real-

lish its Natural Resource Fund. It said that the Government has to decipher how to rapidly build stronger institutions; how to save for future generations and smooth con-

ization of oil windfalls. TRIPLE CHALLENGE Also endorsing the views expressed by the analysts is the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). The financial institution recently noted that Guyana faces a triple challenge in attempting to estab-

sumption; and how to assure that the oil revenue spent in the short term, is planned and spent well to boost productivity and improve living standards. Given the nation’s weak institutions and poor capacity to execute projects well,

the IDB said it would be recommended that Guyana saves as much as possible until the quality and capacity of institutions improve. Further, the IDB sought to highlight that simply establishing a Natural Resource Fund is not a guarantee for fiscal stability. The Bank said, “In the first instance, the appropriate mechanisms to manage the Fund, clear and simple rules for withdrawals and deposits, and issues related to governance and transparency, will be important to ensure that the Fund achieves its objectives.” The IDB said that the Santiago Principles, a list of 24 generally accepted principles and practices voluntarily endorsed by the International Forum of Sovereign Wealth Funds, provide some general guidance for countries. More substantially, the Fund needs to be supported by a strong fiscal framework. SET STRICT STANDARDS The IDB is not the only international body, which has cautioned Guyana’s authorities on the importance of having a robust Natural Resource Fund. The Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) for example, believes that there are several key factors emerging oil producers like Guyana must consider as they move to establish a Natural Resource Fund. According to the Fund, the Government of Guyana must set clear fund objective(s) (e.g., saving for future generations; stabilizing the budget; earmarking natural resource revenue for development priorities). It said that the government must establish fiscal rules—for deposit and withdrawal—that align with the objective(s); establish investment rules (e.g., a maximum of 20 percent can be invested in equities) that align with the objective(s); clarify a division of responsibilities between the ultimate authority over the fund, the fund manager, the day-to-day operational manager, and the different offices within the operational

manager, and set and enforce strict ethical and conflict of interest standards. It said that the oversight bodies for the Fund must require regular and extensive disclosures of key information (e.g., a list of specific investments; names of fund managers) and audits. It said, too, that oversight bodies must be allowed to do their work without a shred of political interference. The Fund said, “We wish to stress that the government should establish these and other rules and institutions governing natural resource funds through a process that generates broad political consensus. Governments may not comply with even the best rules unless key stakeholders and the broader citizenry have bought into the need for government savings and constantly apply pressure to follow the rules.” “This has become apparent not just in natural resource-rich economies, but also in places like Europe where, from time to time, most member states breached the fiscal rules outlined in the EU’s Stability and Growth Pact even prior to the 2007-08 global financial crisis. “We would also call on international institutions and advisers to carefully consider the implications of recommending the establishment of funds where public financial management systems are opaque and poorly functioning.” NRGI said that international advisors should recognize that the establishment of a Fund by itself will not improve resource governance. The Governance Institute stressed that Natural Resource Funds ought to be products of fiscal rules or macroeconomic frameworks that call for savings of oil, gas or mineral revenues. It said that the minimum conditions, such as clear objectives, operational rules, investment risk limitations, effective oversight, and transparency, must be present in order to improve natural resource governance.

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Batavia Village mining issue engages Ministry’s attention

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representatives from both GGMC and the villagers’ full involvement. This process should take approximately two weeks and will be followed by further negotiations so that an amicable solution can be reached. Prior to Monday’s meeting, Minister within the Ministry of Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs, Valerie Garrido-Lowe, met with representatives of the Batavia Village Council and GGMC last Wednesday to address the issue. Ramnarine was also scheduled to attend the meeting but failed to do so. However, the meeting proceeded and a new date was subsequently set. Meanwhile, villagers have collectively decided that mechanisms must be put in place to ensure operations are carried out in accordance with the village stipulations and the Amerindian Act of 2006. Late September, villagers had cause to cease mining operations after Ramnarine’s workers moved onto their titled land with several pieces of heavy-duty equipment intended for mining. This caused some amount of disquiet. At a village meeting held on September 21, last, villagers agreed that for the mining operations to continue Ramnarine must comply with several set conditions. Among them was priority to villagers of demarcated mining blocks since it is important for them to know the mining borders of his two claims. They also noted that mining must be done in accordance with the agreement between miner and village, Royalties must be paid, the village will determine the number of excavators allowed, and in cases of emergencies, Mr. Ramnarine must be able to provide assistance to village. When clearing land - all marketable logs must be put on a ramp identified by the village council. The villagers also wanted G e n e r a l M a n a g e r M r. Shawn Haynes to be immediately replaced because of disrespectful behaviour towards residents. Additionally, Mr. Ramnarine must seek permission from village council before any roads are constructed, pay a toll gate fee as decided by village and at least two villagers must be allowed on each mining camp crew. According to the document, penalties will be instituted should Mr. Ramnarine fail to meet the stated conditions.

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Albouystown man allegedly busted with Ganja Christopher Gonsalves, 27, of 291 Independence Boulevard appeared in court yesterday to face two charges before Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman in relation to the possession of narcotic. The unrepresented Gonsalves was asked to answer for the possession of narcotics for the purpose of trafficking and attempting to obstruct the course of justice by bribing a police officer. It is alleged that Gonsalves, on October 3, last, at Punt Trench, Albouystown, had in his possession 530 grams of cannabis for the purpose of trafficking. It is also alleged that on the said date at Brickdam Police Station, Gonsalves wilfully attempted to obstruct or pervert the course of justice by offering $150,000 to police Sergeant George in order to prevent the institution of charges against him. The defendant pleaded not guilty to both charges. The Prosecutor told the court that on the day in question, acting on

information, a Brickdam rank, dressed as a civilian, approached the defendant and inquired about purchasing narcotics, marijuana. Gonsalves allegedly then rode away and came back with a black bag containing leaves and stems of the marijuana plant. The rank then identified himself to the defendant, alerted the other ranks and arrested Gonsalves and took him to Brickdam Police Station. At the police station, the defendant requested to see the sergeant. Upon meeting Sergeant George, he then offered $150,000 to the sergeant with the request that no charges be instituted against him. Sergeant George collected the money before telling the defendant of the charge. The money was lodged and the defendant remained in police custody. In his defence, Gonsalves told the court that he had a $150,000 in his pocket when he was arrested so he asked

Retrial of former death row inmate begins

MURDERED: Troy Smith

MURDER ACCUSED: Terry Kissoon

Several months after the Court of Appeal overturned a conviction and death sentence imposed on Terry Kissoon after he was convicted for murder; he is back in court facing a retrial before Justice Sandil Kissoon and a 12-member mixed jury. Back in 2013, the former death row inmate was sentenced to death after he was convicted of the July 30, 2010 murder of Troy Smith. However, in July, the Court of Appeal remitted the case back to the High Court for a new trial. On Monday, State Prosecutor Lisa Cave presented the indictment for murder to which Terry Kissoon pleaded not guilty. The murder accused is being represented by Senior Counsel Bernard DeSantos. Based on reports, Terry Kissoon had visited the Lot 108 Thomas Street, Kitty, Georgetown home of Smith and accused him of stealing his motorcycle. During the confrontation, Terry Kissoon reportedly told Smith that he had one day to return his property. According to information, this led to a heated argument between the two during which Smith was shot to the abdomen. Terry Kissoon reportedly fled the scene after, and the injured man was pronounced dead at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation.

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- DENIES BRIBING COP the Sergeant to give the money to his family members. However, after handing

the money to the sergeant, he was told that he is trying to bribe the officer.

The prosecutor had no objections to bail for the charge relating to the attempted bribe and the magistrate placed the defendant on $200,000 bail.

However, for the charge relating to the possession of narcotics, the prosecutor objected to bail and the defendant was remanded until November 5.

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Food and Drug Analyst stipulate new rules for drug importers

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he Government Analyst- Food and Drug Department (GA-FDD) has announced that all drugs imported into Guyana must be registered with the Department in compliance with a New Drug Registration requirement, Food and Drug Act Chap 34:03Regulations 1977, Regulation 78. The Department is reliant on full drug assessment for safety, efficacy and quality from the listed reference authorities such as the United States of America, Canada, United Kingdom, and Australia. This is according to Food and Drug Regulations No. 10 of 1977 Cap. (34:03), Part III, Regulation 78: 2 (K). Characteristics of the drugs assessed are the Active

Pharmaceutical Ingredient (A.P.I), Clinical trials, Bioavailability, Stability, Bioequivalence inter-alia. In cases where UK, US, Canada and Au s t r a l i a compliance are not met, the department would be r e l i a n t o n PA H O / W H O system of prequalification/recommendation from recognized reference authorities via the Caribbean Regulatory System (CRS), a statement from the Department said. “In addition, the brand and generic name, the address of the manufacturer and the patient information leaflet must be stated in English language on all finished product packages. This is prescribed for according to the Laws of

Guyana, Food and Drug Act Chapter 34:03 Part II Section 6, Subsections 1 & 2 and the Food and Drug Regulations Part (II) Regulation 18. “All drugs (prescription and over the counter) that are labelled in a foreign language will be seized and removed from premises.” The Government Analyst Food and Drug Department stated that consumers are advised to purchase drugs- Prescription and over the counter medicines that are adequately labelled according to the Food and Drug Regulation 18, having a Brand and GenericName, the list of ingredients, storage instructions, Expiry Date, the Address of Manufacturer, the Country of Origin and this information must be the English Language.

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Woman, 70, trailed, robbed and then shot

The robber circling the vehicle shortly before shooting the woman. An elderly woman who was accompanying her husband to refill their water was shot, during a robbery which occurred in front of Nimbus Water Guyana at 79 Laluni and Albert Streets, Queenstown, about 13:15 hours, yesterday. Camera footage from Nimbus showed a man wearing a pink shirt and yellow hat loitering outside of the business while the woman’s car, Toyota Rush, was parked in front of the business. While her husband went to refill water, the loiterer circled the car and grabbed the woman’s bag through the window of her car. When she resisted, he shot her on her arm, then left the scene on a bike ridden by a man who appeared to be his accomplice. Police believe that the robbers followed the couple

Elderly woman’s bandaged arm from a bank, from where the man and wife withdrew cash. The police are currently investigating the matter, which cost the couple an undisclosed sum and the woman’s cellular

phone. The elderly woman was taken to the hospital later that afternoon and received treatment for her injury. Her condition is regarded as stable.

Bandits brutalise Black Bush Polder family, cart off $7M A woman and her son are reportedly nursing injuries about their bodies after six men, armed with guns and knives barged into their home at Lesbeholden, South, Black Bush Polder Monday night and brutalized them before making good their escape with $7M. The woman, Rajkumarie Hemchand, 62, told this publication that the men who were all masked invaded their home at approximately 23:00 hrs Monday. She was with her 24-yearold son at the time. According to her, the bandits robbed her of her gold bangles, her earring and ransacked the entire home before finding the money that was in a black plastic bag tucked away in a barrel. She explained that her brother who is visiting from overseas, told her to withdraw the money for him to uplift for the purpose of purchasing fuel in Georgetown since they recently opened a gas station in Berbice. The

money was withdrawn on Friday and her brother was expected to collect the funds yesterday. “Dem come in and dem ask where the ‘Merica man deh and dem ask where the money deh? Dem beat me with the gun and kick me in me mouth; dem tell me lie down pon the ground and the one man with the gun deh

mashing me pon meh back and another one lash meh son with the gun sack in he head”, she stated. The ordeal, she stated, lasted for an hour before the men escaped. Meanwhile, police have arrested no one. The men were not identified by the woman and her son.

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FIFA IOC elects nine new announces... members but snubs FIFA and IAAF again BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) - The International Olympic Committee admitted nine new members yesterday but snubbed both soccer ’s FIFA and athletics’ IAAF again as both have struggled with widespread corruption and doping scandals. Greece, host of the first modern games, was also left out in the cold for the third year running, in the wake of bitter disputes there over control of the national Olympic committee. Morinari Watanabe and Andrew Parsons, the heads of the international gymnastics federation FIG and Inter-

national Paralympic Committee (IPC) respectively, were among those to join the committee. They were joined by Italian Olympic Committee President Giovanni Malago, whose country is bidding for the 2026 winter Games. The other IOC inductees were senior national Olympic committee members Samira Ashgari from Afghanistan, Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck from Bhutan, Daina Gudzineviciute from Lithuania, Camilo Perez Lopez Moreira from Paraguay, Felicite Rwemarika from Rwanda and William Blick from Uganda.

From page 35 FIFA’s secretary general Fatma Samoura said. “We will work hand-in-hand with our 211 member associations around the world to increase grassroots participation, enhance the commercial value of the women’s game and strengthen the structures surrounding women’s football to ensure that everything we do is sustainable and has strong results.”FIFA said it would look to double the number of female players to 60 million by 2026 and ensure all member associations have developed “comprehensive women’s football strategies” by 2022. The sport’s governing body also hopes to broaden female representation in their regulatory framework, with at least one third of FIFA committee members to be women by 2022.

Wednesday October 10, 2018 ARIES (Mar. 21–Apr. 19) There's a deep longing to be comforted and reassured, Aries. You may want nothing more than for someone fix you some warm, homemade soup. TAURUS(Apr.20–May20) You may feel like you desperately need something, Taurus, yet you're unsure as to what it is exactly. Someone close to you may be trying to fit the missing puzzle piece into place GEMINI (May 21–June 20) You may want to remedy every situation by talking things out or taking some sort of action. Be careful of making any sudden moves before you really understand what you're feeling. CANCER (June 21–July 22) Compliments are apt to feel like gold to you, Cancer. There's nothing you need more than love and affection on a day like this.

LIBRA (Sept. 23–Oct. 22) You might have difficulty expressing your needs, Libra. The bottom line is that there's no right or wrong way, although it may be difficult to see this on a day like today. SCORPIO (Oct. 23–Nov. 21) Although you may find it hard to express yourself in some ways, Scorpio, the one avenue that's completely wide open today is art. SAGIT(Nov.22–Dec.21) You might be feeling rather insecure when it comes to your peace of mind Because of the insecurity, it may seem like your relationships are on the rocks. CAPRI (Dec. 22–Jan. 19) You may feel more reserved than usual, Capricorn, especially when it comes to romantic relationships.

LEO (July 23–Aug. 22) If you find that there's tension in a close relationship, you may get the feeling that this isn't the right partner for you, Leo.

AQUARIUS(Jan.20–Feb.18) Be careful about being too boisterous and chipper around people who don't exactly feel the same way, Aquarius. Be sensitive to other people's feelings, and don't make jokes that are too harsh for the occasion.

VIRGO (Aug. 23–Sept. 22) When tension builds, your sense of security is likely to falter. You may have a hard time dealing with other people. You could be tempted to turn to food or alcohol for inner nourishment.

PISCES (Feb. 19–Mar. 20) Your mood should be quite good for the most part,but there's apt to be some tension in your relationships. Romantic endeavors aren't exactly in your favor now, so don't force an issue.

Campbell half-century... From page 38 bowled by Netravalkar (234) but Andre McCarthy and West Indies all-rounder Rovman Powell, both with 17 not out, saw Scorpions home in an unbroken 30-run stand. Scores: USA 144 off 42.1 overs (Timil Patel 37, Roy Silva 27, David Wakefield 25, Alex Amsterdam 25; Nikita Miller 3-41, Fabian Allen 2-18, Oshane Thomas 2-22). SCORPIONS 145 for three off 26.1 overs (John Campbell 56, Chadwick Walton 28, Jermaine Blackwood 22; Saurabh Netravalkar 2-34).

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Regional Super50

Another Barnwell fifty lifts Jaguars to 7-Wkt win over Canada By Sean Devers in Trinidad In association with Regal, Vnet, Noble House Seafoods & Cascadia Hotel Led by another fifty from Chris Barnwell (99), Guyana Jaguars romped to a second win from three matches when they beat Canada by seven wickets last night at the Brian Lara Academy in their Regional Super50 match which was reduced to 47overs due to a 90-minute late start due to rain to move to 9 points. Canada reached 202-9 when

their 47 overs expired thanks to an elegant 88 decorated with seven fours and three sixes off 110 balls from 29-year-old Navneet Dhaliwal. Dhaliwal shared in a 59-run sixth wicket stand with David Jacobs who made 44 from 66 balls with three boundaries before putting on 45 for the third wicket with Harsh Thaker (11) and 43 for the fourth wicket with Nitish Kumar (14). Off-Spinner Ramaal Lewis (230), Clinton Pestano (2-30) and Raymon Reifer (2-33) bowled well for the Jaguars who reached 204-

Correction On October 5th Kaieteur Sport carried an article headlined ‘Flying Ace Cycle Club receives racing helmets from US Volunteer group’. The article listed Miss Christine Miller who made the presentation, as VSO volunteer. However, Ms. Miller is actually a Peace Corps Volunteer. We apologise for the error.

3 in reply with Barnwell leading the way with 99 from 77 balls with seven fours and four-sixes. He added 153 with Reifer who made 50 from 47 balls with three fours and a six. The pair got support from Chanderpaul Hemraj who clobbered seven fours in a 22ball 33 and featured in a 49run opening stand with Trevon Griffith who made 12. The Jaguars began their run chase like a house on fire when Griffith clipped Romesh Don for four, while Chanderpaul Hemraj, on the back of an unbeaten 103 in the last match, took a liking to fellow Guyanese Jason Heyliger and plundered him for six boundaries in the third over. Griffith launched into Brar and smashed him for four but got an under edge trying to pull Don and was bowled by Canada’s leading bowler as the left-arm quick captured his 11th scalp of the tournament before the 50 was

posted in the sixth over with a wide. Skipper Leon Johnson (1) played around one that kept low and was bowled by Brar at 51-2 and without addition to the score Hemraj, who leaves the team today, tried to hook the lively Don and was taken at short-fine leg. Barnwell with 61 not out in his last innings was joined by Reifer and the pair consolidated the position with a responsible and mature performance. Watched by not more than 15 fans on a cold and windy night, Barnwell hit Don for four and lofted Brar for an effortless six over long-on, while Reifer steered Salam Nazar for four. The in-form DCC all-rounder greeted Dhaliwal with a brutal off-drive for four and demonstrated wonderful shot selection as the fourth wicket partnership flourished. The 31-year-old Barnwell reached his seventh fifty and second in a row with an exquisitely timed punch down the ground for four and his landmark was achieved from 47 balls with five fours and six. When Don was brought back Reifer pushed him past his ankles for four as the 150 and 100 partnership came up in the 24th over. Barnwell dumped Kumar into the stands and smashed Nazar for four, while Reifer joined in the runs feast by depositing the spinner for six,

leaving 11 to win and Reifer to one for his fifth fifty and Barnwell needing 12 for his maiden ton. Reifer reached his 50 with a single and Barnwell finished off the game with a six and a four. Earlier, the North Americans elected to bat on a flat track and fast outfield in hazy sunshine and Rodrigo Thomas clipped Pestano for four, while Dhaliwal drove Reifer imperiously past mid-off for four before hooking Pestano for four. Thomas (5) edged Reifer to second slip at 14-1, while a run later Pestano had Bhavindu Adhihetty taken at first slip for a duck. Dhaliwal hit Reifer for a couple on boundaries over wide mid-on in the sixth over before hammering Rifer for two more pugnacious boundaries in his next over. Harsh Thaker steered Shepherd to third man to post the 50 in 10 overs before Dhaliwal dumped Sherfane Rutherford over long-off for six. Thaker pulled a short ball from Shepherd to Rutherford at deep square-leg at 59-3. Dhaliwal cut Shepherd for four and drove him straight for boundaries before Nitish Kumar (14) was run out at 103-4 after the 100 was posted in 22 overs. Dhaliwal oozed confidence and the elegant Indian born soon reached his fourth 50 at this level and third from four matches in

this tournament from 57 balls with five fours and two sixes and along with Jacobs to build a sold partnership as Jacobs found the gaps and rotated the strike with sensible batting and offered the free flowing Dhaliwal excellent support. When five away from his highest score 93 at this level, Dhaliwal skied Reifer to point where Lewis held a stupendous catch running back and diving full length to end another superb exhibition of batting and leave the score on 162-5. It was soon 176-6 when Ruvindu Gunasekera (5) was removed by Lewis who bowled Jacobs at 188-7 before Heyliger (6) was run out and Sukhdeep Brar (8) was bowled by Pestano as the overs expired. The Jaguars oppose defending Champions Windwards Volcanoes from 14:00hrs tomorrow at the Brian Lara Academy in their next game. Meanwhile, Rain forced a noresult in the Group A match of the Regional Super50 between Windies B and Windward Islands Volcanoes at Queen’s Park Oval here yesterday. Scores: WINDIES B 220 off 48.4 overs (Keagan Simmons 57, Tevin Imlach 43, Kimani Melius 33, Kirstan Kallicharan 29; Alick Athanaze 3-49). VOLCANOES 49 without loss off seven overs (Devon Smith 27 not out).

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GMRSC’s IGNITE

Miracle Optical confirms sponsorship for November meet Guyana Motor Racing and Sports C l u b ’s (GMR&SC) ‘Ignite’ National championship is set for November 10th & 11th at the South Dakota Circuit and it will also serve as the final leg of the Seaboard Marine Caribbean Motor Racing Championships (CMRC) 2018 which will be hosted in collaboration with the Department of Tourism within the Ministry of Business. Yesterday, Miracle Optical confirmed their much needed sponsorship for the two-day meet which has been packed with much races. Handing over the cheque to GMRSC’s Serika Mohamed was Romeo Singh of the eye specialisation company. Singh expressed pleasure in his company being

Romeo Sing (left) of Miracle optical hands over his company’s sponsorship to GMRSC’s Serika Singh.

given the opportunity to contribute to the fast growing sport in Guyana and noted his excitement with fast-paced interest come next month. The anticipated event is expected to see the culmination of the 2018 season of the CMRC championship for the Groups 1-5 as well as the Superstocks and SR3 radicals along with the local classes including the Superstock motorcycles. The overseas competition will see drivers from Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago (T&T), Jamaica and Canada. Among the local competitors are Mark Vieira, defending Group four champion Andrew King, Danny Persaud, Rupee Shewjattan, Rameez Mohamed, Chet Singh,

Shiraz Roshandin, Matt h e w Vi e i r a , R a v i e r o Tucker, Team Mohamed’s (Superbike champions), Kevin Deodass, Anand Ramchand and Adrian Fernandes. The entities that have pledged their support to the event include GBTI, B.M. Soat, Noble House Seafood, Stag Beer, Air Services Limited, Guyoil, Palm Court, Hand-in-Hand, Ramada Hotel, Survival Supermarket, Club 704, Sheriff Secur i t y, E C I n v e s t m e n t s , Prem’s Electrical, Nexus M a c h i n e r y, M o h a m e d ’s Enterprise, Choke Gas Station, Japarts, R. Kissoon Contracting, E Networks, Miracle Opticle, Bikers’ Bar, Samaroo Investments, Innovations America and Superbet, Agriparts and KGM Security Service.

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Jacobs, Cornwall hand Hurricanes first win BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, CMC – Spinners Damion Jacobs and Rahkeem Cornwall won Leeward Islands Hurricanes their first match in a low-scoring contest, as they came from behind to beat Combined Campuses and Colleges Marooners by nine runs in Group B of the Regional Super50 here Monday. Defending a lowly 130 at 3W’s Oval, Hurricanes sent the hosts tumbling for 121 in the 38th over, with leg-spinner Jacobs claiming four for 31 and off-spinner Cornwall, three for 39. Nicholas Kirton, batting at number seven, top-scored with 33 but no other batsman passed 20 in a dismal batting performance. Captain Devon Thomas had earlier held the innings together with 44 as wickets clattered around him as Hurricanes were dismissed in the 40th over.

Again, no other batsman passed 20 as Yannick Ottley grabbed three for 37 while fellow left-arm spinner Linton Buchanan (2-24), off-spinner Jon-Russ Jagessar (2-4) and Akeem Jordan (2-17) all snared two wickets each. Jordan removed both openers Montcin Hodge (8) and Chesney Hughes (2) cheaply as Hurricanes slipped to 22 for three in the eighth over.Thomas then stitched up the innings, adding 38 for the fourth wicket with Orlando Peters (16) and a further 35 for the fifth wicket with Rahkeem Cornwall (17). The right-handed Thomas faced 78 balls and struck a four and a couple of sixes before he was eighth out, tapping a return catch back to Yannick Ottley in the 33rd over. What should have been an easy run chase quickly became complicated when left-arm pacer Sheldon

Cottrell bowled Kyle Corbin with the first ball of the innings. Amir Jangoo (19) and Kjorn Ottley tried to repair the damage in a 28-run second wicket stand but Cornwall, who shared the new ball, struck in the eighth over when he trapped Ottley lbw. In his next over with just five runs added, Cornwall bowled Jangoo and when Nicholas Sookdeosingh (4) and captain Carlos Brathwaite (3) fell in quick succession to Cornwall and Jacobs respectively, Marooners were tottering on 39 for five in the 15th over. Kirton came to his team’s aid, anchoring two small stands which halted the Hurricanes victory charge. First, he put on 30 for the sixth wicket with Yannick Ottley (7) and when two wickets perished for three runs in the space of 23 balls, Kirton added another 29 for the

Captain Devon Thomas cuts en route to his top score of 44 for Leeward Islands Hurricanes on Monday. (Photo courtesy CWI Media) eighth wicket with Jordan (17). Marooners were slowly gaining the advantage when Jacobs struck twice in successive overs, removing both

Kirton and Jordan, leaving Marooners on the brink of defeat at 104 for nine in the 33rd over. There was one last twist as Jagessar (11) and

Buchanan (1) put on a precious 17 for the final wicket to put Marooners in sight of victory but off-spinner Terrence Warde broke the stand, knocking over Jagessar. Scores: HURRICANES 130 off 39.3 overs (Devon Thomas 44; Yannick Ottley 3-37, Jon-Russ Jagessar 2-4, Akeem Jordan 2-27, Linton Buchanan 2-24). MAROONERS 121 off 37.1 overs (Nicholas Kirton 33; Damion Jacobs 4-31, Rahkeem Cornwall 3-39).

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BCB 2018 Cricket Season

Albion, RHT Bakewell to clash in historic Raffik 100-Ball 2nd Division Final today The Hampshire Cricket Ground located in Lower Corentyne would the venue for the historic Final of the 2018 Berbice Cricket Board, Raffik Construction Services 100-Ball Cricket Tournament. Arch rivals Albion Community Centre Cricket Club and Rose Hall Town Bakewell would clash in the Final today, with the match scheduled for 14:00 hours. The tournament is being sponsored by popular Berbice Contractor, Mohamed Raffik of Williamsburg, Rose Hall Town, Corentyne. Rose Hall Town Bakewell would be led by National Under-19 Player Kevin Sinclair and he would be supported in the batting department by fellow nationals Junior Sinclair, Jonathan Rampersaud, Kevlon Anderson, Keith Simpson, Joshua

Vantull, Chanderpaul Govindan and Mahendra Gopilall. Rose Hall Town Bakewell has a strong bowling attack which would be spearheaded by pacer Sylus Tyndall and includes offspinners Junior Sinclair, Kevin Sinclair, Jonathan Rampersaud, Left arm spinners Jeremy Sandia and Keith Simpson offers variety to a strong bowling attack. Albion Community Centre would be led by the experienced Adrian Sukhwa. The former National Under-19 batsman would be supported by Antonio February, Ritesh Umroa, Kevin Umroa, Rajesh Kassinauth and Karwan Chaitnarine would lead the batting charge for Albion. As per norm, the Albion Community Centre bowling attack would be all spin with national junior spinners Kevin Umroa,

Karran Arjpaul and Gouraz Ramesh receiving support from Mahendra Chaitram, Beesham Surujnarine and Joshua Harrichand. Berbice Cricket Board President Hilbert Foster stated that his Board was delighted with the success of the 100 Balls Cricket Tournament, the first of its kind to be played in the West Indies. The match consists of fourteen six balls overs and two eight balls overs to each team. The Tournament has proven to be very popular, with large crowds turning up at the different venues. The main objective of the Tournament is to promote the game at the grassroot level in the Lower/Central Corentyne area. Foster and a Representative of the Company would share out the prizes after the Final.

FIFA announces global strategy to boost women’s football (Reuters) - FIFA announced a new global strategy for women’s football yesterday in an effort to create revenue streams and increase grassroots participation. FIFA said in a statement that it would work

closely with member associations through workshops and special initiatives to “encourage female empowerment” through football. “The women’s game is a top priority,” (Continued on page 31)

Kevin Umroa

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BCB/Elizabeth Styles Under-21 tourney

Blairmont Community Centre defeat Rose Hall Town Gizmos & Gadgets to reclaim title A brutal attacking innings of 59 runs from the powerfully built Rakesh Somwaru spearheaded defending champion Blairmont Community Centre to a successful defence of its Elizabeth Styles Under-21 Title. They surprisingly defeated Rose Hall Town Gizmos & Gadgets by 61 runs in the 2018 Final at the Port Mourant Ground in front of a fair size crowd. Blairmont Community Centre won the toss and elected to take first strike on a pitch that played slower and lower as the match progressed. Blairmont Community Centre lost their first wicket in the 3rd over when former National Under-19 pacer Sylus Tyndall had Seon Glasgow caught behind for 10 and then Nigel Deodat for 09 at 43 for 2, when he was caught by wicketkeeper Chanderpaul Govindan off Kevlon Anderson. Blairmont slumped to 88 for 6 in the 22nd Over as Javed Karim 19, Zameel Nazir, F. Subhan 00

and Marvin Prashad 15 fell cheaply. Somwaru then played the innings of his life as he smashed four massive sixes and six boundaries. He added 90 for the 7th wicket with the elegant Fawaz Gafoor. Gafoor rotated the strike nicely and scored 44 runs with two boundaries. Gafoor was eventually bowled by medium pacer Kevlon Anderson at 178. Blairmont were eventually dismissed for 195 in 36 Overs. Anderson 4 for 44 and Keith Simpson 2 for 20 were the best bowlers for Rose Hall Town Gizmos & Gadgets. National Players Kevin and Junior Sinclair started like a bullet from a gun by racing to 52 without loss from five Overs before Junior Sinclair threw his wicket away for 11 in the 6th Over. Lunch was taken at 63 for 1 from eight overs but left arm spinner Nigel Deodat struck a crucial blow when he had the inform Kevin Sinclair caught at cover for 43 (6x4) and then off spin-

ner Seon Glasgow trapped Kevlon Anderson for 11 as Rose Hall Town Gizmos & Gadgets slipped to 73 for 4 in the 12th Over. Deodat and Glasgow bowled well in tandem as the Rose Hall Town team were bowled out for 134 in just twenty five overs. Tyndall, batting at No. 8 batted with flair to score 33, which included a six and five boundaries. Deodat and Glasgow were the main destroyers for Blairmont, claiming 4 for 33 and 4 for 43 respectively. Marvin Prashad supported with 1 for 19. Representative of Elizabeth Styles, Bissoondyal Singh, praised the Berbice Cricket Board for organising a highly successful tournament in a short time span. Elizabeth Styles, he stated was highly impressed by the Berbice Cricket Board organising skills, no nonsense attitude to indiscipline and the mileage the Company received from Media coverage. To loud applause, Singh

The Winning Blairmont Community Centre Team pose with Bissoondyal Singh. announced that sponsorship for 2019 would be renewed as the Company was committed to Berbice Cricket under the current leadership. Secretary of the Berbice Cricket Board Robby Saywack and President Hilbert Foster both expressed gratitude to the sponsor for investing in the developing of Berbice Cricket. The Under-21 Tourna-

ment, Foster stated is a bridge between the Under-19 and First Division levels. Foster stated, when he announced that the Berbice Cricket Board would host twenty two tournaments in 2018, some critics had laughed at the suggestion. To date, the Berbice Cricket Board has successfully completed ten tournaments and would shortly

complete another six, with the others scheduled to be completed by the 31st December, 2018. Foster hailed the outstanding development of Blairmont Community Centre for successfully defending their title at the Under-21 level. Blairmont Community Centre collected the championship prize of $70,000 and the Elizabeth Styles trophy.

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GUYOIL,Tradewind Tankers School Football League -

Lodge and Bishop’s High highlight match day number two

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HE GUYOIL Tradewind Tankers School Football League continued Monday at the Ministry of Education (MOE) ground with two big wins for Lodge Secondary and The Bishops’ High following the rousing start on Sunday afternoon which had dominating wins for Annandale and C h r i s t i a n b u r g / Wi s m a r Secondary, among others. On Monday, Romeo Bradford netted a brace for Bishops’, while Malachi Richards netted the third during their team’s 3-0 win over St. Rose’s High. Earlier in the day, Lodge inflicted a 6-0 thrashing on Dolphin with Dorwin George (14th & 55th) bagging a brace, while Thorton Gordon (53rd), Rickie Stewart (54th), Nickolas Trotman (57th)

and Justin Bovel (6th) all scored one goal each in the win. When the competition kicked off at the Carifesta Avenue location on Sunday, Annandale opened the tournament with a 4-1 win over Vergenoegen. Omari Glasgow was on target in the 7th, 15th and 33rd minutes with Markel Matheson (3rd) opening the proceedings. For Vergenoegen, it was Romel Modus (38th) who was on target.Christianburg were by far the biggest winners on the night after smashing Uitvlught 8-0. Tyrise Lewis was the chief destroyer with goals in the 8th, 25th and 33rd, while there was a brace from Andre Mayers (3rd, 68th), and single strikes from Jermaine Mason (27th), Randy Pickering (38th) and Felix Inniss

The kick-off for the GUYOIL Tradewind Tankers Schools Football League on Sunday at the MOE ground on Carifesta Avenue. (67th). Charlestown beat Marian Academy via a 1-0 scoreline, thanks to Raymond Bandhu in the 31st, while Queen’s College were victors over Queenstown by a 2-1 margin. Queen’s College scorers were Jarrell DosSantos (48th and 61st), while Queenstown had Tyrese Hart in the 33rd.

Dr. Joaan Deo, Harry, Persaud excel at Suriname Invitational Golf tourney

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r. Joaan Deo, Bridgelall Harry and Parmanand Persaud turned in commendable performances to win their respective categories at the Suriname Invitational Golf tournament which was held in Paramaribo last weekend. Dr. Deo won the Flight A (female), while Harry won the Flight B. Dr. Deo totaled 81 gross (40 points) on day one and chalked up 79 gross (42 points) on day 2. Her Guyanese team mate Shanella Webster took the runner up spot. Bridgelall amassed 34 points on day one and 44 points the following day. Parmanand Persaud won the long drive on day two

Dr. Joaan Deo while his team mate Philbert London won this category on day one. Another Guyanese Videsh Persaud placed second in Flight C after scoring 36 points on day one and 34 on day two, while Troy Cadogan finished third in Flight C.

Other Guyanese that finished in the top six in their respective divisions are Patrick Prashad who placed fourth in Flight A with 72 points, Brian Hackett fourth in Flight B on 75, Ramsundar fifth on 75 and Paton George sixth with 74 points. Speaking with Kaieteur Sport Dr. Deo said she is happy with her achievement and was always confident of doing well going into the tournament, while noting that breaking the 80-mark was the highlight for her in the tournament. She added that she will continue to work towards improving her game and is looking forward to the upcoming tournaments.

The outstanding Guyanese with their prizes

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Is the Anna Regina Town Council proud of this? By Franklin Wilson On a recent visit to the Cinderella County, the largest of the three counties in Guyana, it is clear as day that many, if not all of the p e r s o n s i n c h a rg e o f facilities in and around this nation are not at all concerned about the real development of their people. The dilapidated state of buildings (Community Centers & stands) and the neglected conditions of grounds underscores the thinking of these elected officials whose primary focus should be the empowerment of its people by having facilities that are habitable for use by the young, not so young and elder citizens. This is not an issue that is by any means new to us but needs to be relooked at once again, and we intend to do just that by highlighting the state of facilities under the care of the Municipalities and NDC’s. The Town of Anna Regina is now 48 years old and the main ground there is a shameful sight to behold. It is a big facility that is used mainly for cricket and football. Last Sunday saw the Essequibo/Pomeroon Football Association kicking off its second league for the year, but this one will see the top two teams earning the right to represent the association in the Guyana Football Federation (GFF) year end Super 16 competition. There are two stands (one new and one old) that are used by spectators to view whichever sport they choose to support. But in front of the old stand, sitting between the field and stand is an ugly stage that has been there for some years which affects fans from viewing either football or cricket. This unthinkable stage has forced fans to view the

A view from the field showing the stage which has been constructed in front of the stand that blocks the view of fans

The fence behind the scoreboard which runs alongside the Essequibo River is overrun by bushes as can be seen.

game from the sidelines which is not necessarily the best thing for fans, officials and players. It would be interesting to find out whose brilliant idea it was to construct such a stage between the field and stand knowing fully that it would impeded the view of persons sitting in the stand. Contemptuous lack of care and concern for its constituents be it those involved in cricket or

football might be a mild way of describing the officials in charge of this facility. To compound the situation, adjacent to the side of the largest stand is a Basketball Court which has two back boards up but the surface of the court is in a sorry state with grass growing in cracks where they kind find habitation. On enquiring from a sports administrator on how they can sit by and allow this

to happen, the person said, “ We l l , w e h a v e b e e n enduring this for so many years now, despite the basketball court being in that state, players will still use it as they do not have anything else to use.” Well, this is the hilt and persons utilising the facility must now find the testicular fortitude to demand better. They must demand a total facelift of the facility which also has a commentary booth

that is just laying there and in a filthy state. The Anna Regina Community Centre Ground is beautiful, it is nestled just to the side of the Essequibo River but thick vegetation is evident from the fence of the ground to the seawalls at the side. A semi aerial view of the facility drives home the beauty of this community jewel which must be brought back to its glory days where

the people from the village and neighbouring villages can use and enjoy. It must be lighted up and be maintained as a multipurpose facility. It is near unthinkable to see what this and other facilities have degenerated to, all due to the lack of care and concern by our elected officials who thereafter, sees themselves as powers unto themselves and not as servants of the people.

Campbell half-century keeps Scorpions unbeaten BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, CMC – Opener John Campbell’s half-century was enough to see Jamaica Scorpions to their third straight win in as many matches, as they trounced minnows USA Cricket by seven wickets in the Regional Super50 here Monday. Chasing a modest 145, Scorpions strolled to their target in the 27th over, to extend their unbeaten run and remain top of Group B. The left-handed Campbell struck 56 from 72 deliveries while fellow opener Chadwick Walton got 28 and out-of-favour Test batsman Jermaine Blackwood, 22.

USA had opted to bat earlier in the day/night contest at Kensington Oval but were dismissed for 144 in the 43rd over with Timil Patel top-scoring with 37, Roy Silva getting 27 and David Wakefield and Alex Amsterdam both gathering 25. Left-arm spinner and captain Nikita Miller claimed three for 41 while left-arm spinner Fabian Allen (2-18) and fast bowler Oshane Thomas (2-22) picked up two wickets apiece. USA Cricket were in early trouble at 24 for two in the sixth over before two halfcentury partnerships revived the innings.

Amsterdam and Wakefield first added exactly 50 for the third wicket but the stand was a slow one, consuming 102 deliveries as Scorpions bowlers restricted the scoring. When both fell in a three-wicket slide with just seven runs added to leave USA on 81 for five in the 27th over, Timil Patel and Silva came together in a 57-run sixth wicket stand to bolster the innings. Timil struck four boundaries in a 55-ball knock while Silva produced a breezy 34-ball knock which included three fours and a six. However, once Timil was run out in the 39th over, USA lost their last five wickets for

six runs in the space of 24 deliveries in a dramatic slide. Scorpions then erased any doubt about the result as Campbell anchored two successive half-century stands up front. He posted 51 from 59 balls with Walton for the first wicket and a further 55 off 73 deliveries for the second wicket with Blackwood. Campbell faced 72 balls and counted six fours before becoming the first of left-arm seamer Saurabh Netravalkar’s two wickets, with the score on 106 at the end of the 22nd over.Blackwood followed 10 balls later, (Continued on page 33)

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Guyana Fitness Games Health and Fitness Expo on this weekend By Zaheer Mohamed Athletes from some of the top gyms in Guyana will test their strength and fitness this weekend when the Guyana Fitness Games hosts its fourth annual Fitness Expo at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall. The event will commence at 17:30hrs on Saturday with a cancer awareness glow walk from Genesis Fitness Gym to the Cliff Anderson Sport Hall on H o m e s t r e t c h Av e n u e , followed by a Zoomba dance party. On Sunday athletes will be engaged in the scaled cross fit competition from 15:00hrs, RX cross fit contest at 16:00hrs and the strong man competition from 18:00hrs. Speaking at the launching of the event which was held last night at Genesis Fitness Gym, Director of Sport Christopher Jones said the National Sports Commission is pleased to be associated with the event which will help to promote healthy lifestyles among Guyanese. “Guyanese are being encouraged to be part of gym and to exercise consistently and I must say that Guyana has recently been commended for its work in the health field.” Lucozade and Icool brand manager Errol Nelson said they are happy to be given the opportunity to be on board and congratulated Guyana Fitness Games for hosting another such event. He informed that some 52,400 cases in diabetes were reported in Guyana which is the highest in the Americas, adding that this disease can be prevented by exercise and other physical activities. He stated that their

company aims to promote healthy lifestyles and encouraged the public to come out and help to make the event a successful one. Alison Barkie Marketing Specialist of Republic Bank added that they are looking forward to a successful event, while Pollo Tropical Branch Manager Sharon Savory called on Guyanese to treat their bodies well and stressed on the importance of healthy eating habits-you are what you eat. Also giving brief remarks were Administrative Assistant of St. Joseph M e r c y H o s p i t a l Te r r y Mohamed and Mackeson Brand Manager Sean Abel, both expressed their pleasure to be associated with the event. Jordana Ramsey of Guyana Fitness Games indicated that they have a total of 30 athletes participating of which 15 are females. She noted that the event has grown tremendously since it started, stating that 2017 strong man winner Donovan Dongo of Suriname will be back to compete with local athletes which entails pulling one of MACORP’s trucks. Ramsey pointed out that the proceeds from the cancer awareness walk will go towards the cancer institute of Guyana and thanked the sponsors. Tickets cost $500 and are available at Fitness Express on Sheriff Street and Genesis Fitness Gym in Durban Street. The event is being sponsored by Ansa McAl under their Icool Water, Lucozade and Mackeson brands, Pollo Tropical, Republic Bank Ltd., MACORP, St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Genesis Fitness Gym and Fitness Express.

Director of Sport Christopher Jones addresses the gathering.

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Lucozade and Icool brand Manager Errol Nelson makes a point at the launching ceremony.

rt o p S BCB/Elizabeth Styles Regional Super50 Under-21 tourney

Another Barnwell fifty lifts Jaguars to 7-Wkt win over Canada

The Winning Captain collects trophy from Elizabeth Styles Rep Bissoondyal Singh.

Blairmont Community Centre defeat Rose Hall Town Gizmos & Gadgets to reclaim title

Brar survives a stumping off Lewis who was Jaguars’ best bowler. (Sean Devers photos)

Is the Anna Regina Town Council proud of this?

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