Culture
$2.8B for a better Georgetown, major markets and green spaces to be upgradedGeorgetown’s iconic markets, historic buildings and community spaces are set for a major facelift this year, as government moves ahead with a $2.8 billion Georgetown Enhancement Programme. The funding came under close scrutiny on Thursday in the Parliamentary Committee of Supply, where Opposition MP Ganesh Mahipaul and Duarte Hetsberger pressed Minister of Local Government and...
Diana Chapman was always going to winBy Danielle Swain danielle@newsroom.gy In Guyana, you learn early when to hold your breath. Certain rooms tighten when certain people...
Carlvin Burnett bets his career on community and building an enduring Guyanese soundBy Danielle Swain danielle@newsroom.gy The thing about some stars is that when you finally meet them, you might not like...
New ‘state-of-the-art’ museum & art gallery coming- President announcesAs part of efforts to fully harness and showcase Guyana’s culture, President Dr. Irfaan Ali recently announced that the government...
Carolyn Nichols – the artist behind President Ali’s iconic wristbandBy Akeem Greene akeem@newsroom.stagingsites.cc #IsWeOwn #EssequiboIsWeOwn #AllOfGuyanaIsWeOwn Those are the trending hashtags on social media in support of Guyana’s territorial...
‘May Diwali inspire all Guyanese to work towards shared prosperity’ – President AliSee below the full message from President Dr. Irfaan Ali: The radiant festival of Diwali is upon us once again,...
Grand Diwali motorcade to feature over 30 floatsGuyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha’s iconic countrywide Diwali Motorcades continue tomorrow on the West Coast and East Bank Demerara on the...
Caribbean writers can win up to US$10,000 in BOCAS Prize 2024The OCM Bocas Prize for Caribbean Literature is now open for entries. It is one of the region’s most coveted...
Cultural extravaganza kicks off celebration for Amerindian Heritage MonthThe National Park in Georgetown came alive on Friday. An evening highlighting indigenous art, music, and literature through song, dance...
Naya Zamana 25: A theatrical spectacular with deep meaningBy Jessica Callender After 25 years of high-quality production, Naya Zamana has earned the reputation of being one of Guyana’s...
Rotary Club of Demerara launches ‘Wildlife Art in the Park’ initiativeWithin the last month, the Rotary Club of Demerara unveiled its latest initiative: “Wildlife Art in the Park.” Recognizing that...
The Allsopp name still reigns in lexicography: UG launches first Caribbean English school dictionaryBy Danielle Swain danielle@newsroom.stagingsites.cc The University of Guyana (UG) launched the Dictionary of Caribbean English Usage School Edition at their...
‘Get Real with Shameeza’ to highlight more real-life issues in Season 6Season Six of the ‘Get Real with Shameeza’ show is set for grand premiere on Wednesday (May 3), with an...
Government and Corporate Guyana give big to Rupununi Rodeo 2023The joint organising team of the Rupununi Rodeo 2023, the Rupununi Livestock Producers Association (RLPA) and the Rodeo Committee, is...
New Amsterdam’s Cosmata Lindie shortlisted for 2023 Commonwealth Short Story Prize‘But they had nothing to worry about; the Hurricane King was simply awaiting the birth of his first child. If...
Dancehall competition for next year’s MashGuyana will introduce a dancehall ‘monarch’ competition to the list of events for next year’s Mashramani celebrations. The dancehall competition...
Guyanese historian Tota Mangar to attend int’l conference in IndiaSee the full statement from the Indian High Commission in Guyana below: Visit of Guyanese well-known historian Prof. Tota...
With difficulties expressing emotions, young writer turned to poetrySamir Mohamed, 17, is a physics student at the University of Guyana (UG). His passion for physics stems, in part,...
‘Wheels of progress’ – Education Ministry launches ‘Mash Band 2023’ Showcasing the new initiatives undertaken by the Ministry of Education, the 2023 mash band, which was launched on Monday, signifies...
Drumming Festival aims to create opportunities for drummers to play on int’l stageBy Isanella Patoir Isanella@newsroom.stagingsites.cc Since 2010, the Majek Fingers Drumming Festival has been a catalyst for local drummers from different...
Fairy lights and busy streets? It’s Christmas in GuyanaPhotos and story by Vishani Ragobeer vishani@newsroom.stagingsites.cc Christmas time is a beloved season in Guyana. It is evident from the...
