Guyana’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) surged by 49.7% in the first half of 2024, driven predominantly by booming oil production in the Stabroek Block, according to the Government of Guyana’s Mid-Year Report. The report highlights that while the oil sector has significantly boosted the country’s economic output, other sectors are experiencing mixed results. The non-oil […]
Legendary musician David (Dave) Anthony Martins was laid to rest last Tuesday following a private cremation ceremony at Kaashi Dhaam Crematorium in Ruimzeight, West Coast Demerara (WCD), Guyana. The service, attended by close family, paid tribute to Martins as a devoted husband and father. His wife, Annette Arjoon, and their children, Alex and Victoria Arjoon, […]
Guyanese-born singer and band leader Dave Martins, renowned for his iconic patriotic anthem “Not A Blade of Grass,” passed away in Guyana on Sunday, August 18, 2024. He was 90 years old. The cause of death has not yet been disclosed. Martins’ wife, Annette Arjoon-Martins, took to Facebook to express her grief and gratitude. “Eternally […]
When Sir Walter Raleigh sought the mythical City of Gold in Guiana in 1595, he could hardly have envisioned that his quest would eventually lead to a different kind of treasure: offshore oil. Today, Guyana has emerged as the new El Dorado of the oil industry. The impact of Guyana’s oil boom is remarkable. Since […]
By Vibert Cambridge, Professor Emeritus, Ohio University I start by suggesting that Norman Cameron’s 1951 book, A History of the Queen’s College of British Guiana, which aggregated existing knowledge of the then 107-year-old institution, “launched” what we can call Queen’s College Studies. Although a minor stream in contemporary Guyanese historiography, QC is an important institution […]
CARICOM’s Ministerial Taskforce on Agriculture is set to convene this week to devise a comprehensive action plan aimed at revitalizing the Caribbean’s agricultural sector in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl’s devastating impact across multiple countries. During a live broadcast on Sunday, CARICOM’s chair and Guyana’s President, Mohamed Irfaan Ali, underscored the profound economic and infrastructural […]
Three individuals were tragically discovered dead inside a minibus found submerged in a ditch along Mabura Road, victims of carbon monoxide poisoning, a postmortem examination has determined. The incident, which has raised serious questions about the circumstances leading to the toxic gas buildup and why the victims were inside the bus, is currently under investigation […]
By Ravendra Madholall Cambridge Jaguars emerged victorious over Vikings by six wickets with 14 balls to spare on Saturday, June 22, at Guyana’s 58th Independence Festival one-day event held at Littles Ground, Scarborough, Ontario. The tournament featured two categories: round-arm and flick-bowling. In the round-arm category, the Jaguars successfully chased down Vikings’ formidable total of […]
Guyana is gearing up to host the region’s largest International Building Exposition 2024, offering a prime opportunity to delve into the latest innovations within the housing and construction sectors. At the expo’s official launch, Minister Collin Croal emphasized its pivotal role as a platform for government officials and industry leaders to explore cutting-edge solutions, aiming […]
Toronto’s Guyanese community gathered at St. Peter and Paul Banquet Hall in Scarborough to celebrate Guyana’s 58th Independence Anniversary with a gala organized under the auspices of the Consulate General of Guyana. The event, featuring stirring speeches and captivating performances, showcased Guyana’s progress and rich cultural heritage. High Commissioner Keith L. George opened the gala, […]
