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Thieves throw man in trench, drive away with his car Oct 21, 2024 News Kaieteur News- Two car thieves on Saturday night threw a man into a trench at Soesdyke, East Bank Demerara (EBD) before driving away with his $3M car, PVV 1962. The victim was identified as 27-year-old John Caesar. Caesar is a heavy-duty machine operator and a resident of Timehri Cemetery Road, EBD. Bandits stole his car after he went for a drink at a night club located at Soesdyke. Police said that he was sitting inside his car with a designated driver when the bandits attacked him. The car was reportedly parked a short distance away from the club and the driver’s door was left open. Caesar recalled two men approaching the car armed with what looked like a gun. One of them stuck him-up while the other reportedly choked him and pulled him out of the vehicle. They then threw him into a nearby trench before driving off with his car and Samsung cellular phone. Investigations are ongoing. Related Similar Articles

A lil gossip nah gan hurt yuh Oct 21, 2024 Dem Boys Seh, Features / Columnists Dem Boys Seh… Kaieteur News – Dem Boys Seh how Socrates used to deh in Greece long, long time ago, and dem call he a big wise man. One day, he walking down de road when one of he buddies run up to he, outta breath, and seh, “Socrates, yuh know wha I just hear ‘bout one of yuh students?” Socrates stop he right deh. “Hold on, bai. Before yuh spill yuh mouth, leh we do a lil test. Is de Test of Three.” De man look confuse. “Test of Three?” “Yeah,” Socrates seh. “First thing: Is it true? Yuh sure wha yuh ‘bout to tell me real true?” De man scratch he head. “Nah, nah, I just hear it so.” “Hmm,” Socrates seh, “So yuh ain’t even sure if is true. All right, let we move on to de next one—Goodness. Is wha yuh ‘bout to tell me something good?” De man seh, “Nah, is de opposite.” Socrates shake he head. “So yuh want to tell me something bad and yuh ain’t even know if it true. Well, leh we try de last one—Usefulness. Is wha yuh ‘bout to tell me gon help me in any way?” De man hang he head. “Nah, it ain’t really useful.” Socrates seh, “Well if it ain’t true, it ain’t good, and it ain’t useful, then why waste yuh breath?” De man walk away shame-shame. And that is why dem seh Socrates was a wise man. But leh me tell yuh why Socrates never know that Plato was having an affair with his wife – he was too busy with all dem fancy tests! Talk half. Leff half. Related Similar Articles

Oct 21, 2024 News …as Pres. Ali says gov’t aiming to build world-class economy With a heavy focus on investment and opportunities, the government is aiming to build a world-class economy, which will be achieved through partnership and collaboration with the private sector, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali said on Saturday evening. He was at the time speaking at the formal opening of Aiden by Best Western Hotel on Oronoque Street, Georgetown. President Ali said building such a world-class economy requires world-class facilities and infrastructures. “We are trying to build an economy by 2030 that will have at least three million people passing through annually to utilise the services that we are building in our economy,” President Ali said. He noted that Guyana’s resistance and sustainability must be built in a manner that understands that the country is competing globally and not with itself. A view of the Aiden by Best Western Hotel As a result, each stakeholder that is a part of the investment plan must adopt a winning culture. It must be centered around bold decisions and ideas that are backed by hard work to transform the country. The president encouraged the hotel operators to have predictability in the brand of the hotel, its pricing, value, and services. “Sometimes the market can play with our minds in terms of demand and supply and the whole economic principle. But I want to encourage the operators of this hotel to ensure that there is predictability consistently. It is important because it helps you to build long-term clientele,” the President stated. Additionally, the Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond described the hotel as a “visionary project” which aligns with the government’s developmental plans. She noted that it will greatly contribute to the tourism sector which is a cornerstone of Guyana’s economy. “Today’s opening of the Aiden by Best Western is proof of what can be achieved when the private sector and government work hand in hand to develop our tourism products,” Minister Walrond posited. She went on to say that the government is committed to fostering such partnerships and is confident that the investments made will pay dividends for generations to come. Meanwhile, the Director of Arimu Investments Inc, Geraldo Alphonso, the local company that is a part of the Aiden by Best Western franchise, said that the hotel came with a lot of challenges, however, they were overcome. “I am very humbled to stand here tonight and say that we have fought every battle that came our way…I encourage all investors in this country to make their mark in our beautiful Guyana,” Alphonso stressed. The hotel which is the first of its kind in South America boasts some 138 rooms. Its aesthetic showcases Guyana’s flora and fauna while some of its suites are named after some of the country’s rivers. It sees over 60 locals being employed. The hotel also saw funding from the local Guyana Bank for Trade and Industry (GBTI). The sod was turned back in March of 2021 for the US $15 million hotel. (DPI) One of the dining areas inside of the hotel Related Similar Articles

Oct 21, 2024 News Kaieteur News- Strengthening collaboration on issues such as emergency prevention, preparedness and response, cervical cancer elimination, and regional production of medicines and health technologies, were the main focus of PAHO Director, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa’s official visits to Belgium and Spain last week. According to a press release by PAHO, from 14-15, October, Dr. Barbosa met with high-level officials from the European Union, including Members of European Parliament, Laurent Muschel, Acting Director-General of the European Commission’s Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Authority, and Feliz Fernandez-Shaw, Director for Latin America, the Caribbean and relations with all Overseas Countries and Territories at the European Commission’s Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG INTPA). Dr. Barbosa highlighted PAHO’s work for over a century in emergency prevention, preparedness and response, and the importance of regional collaboration in strengthening the organization’s support to countries. “The Region of the Americas has been disproportionately impacted by epidemics and pandemics in regent decades, with devastating consequences for health systems, economies, and communities,” the PAHO Director said. “There are significant opportunities to strengthen our collaboration around these common challenges and we appreciate the valuable collaboration of the European Union, which has been key to advancing regional health priorities,” including the COVID-19 pandemic response, climate resilient health systems, combating antimicrobial resistance, ensuring the health of migrants, and strengthening regulatory capacities and regional production, among other priority topics. Dr. Barbosa continued his official visit to Spain from 16-17 October. While in Madrid, the PAHO Director met with Dr. Monica Garcia, Minister of Health of Spain, as well as a number of other high-level officials from the country’s health sector. During these discussions, Dr. Barbosa thanked Spain for its continued collaboration with the Organization, particularly in the areas of cervical cancer elimination and migrants’ access to health services in the Darien. Potential areas of collaboration, such as strengthening of local manufacturing capacity of medicines and other health technologies, were also discussed. “Spain and PAHO share important values, including universal access to health and leaving no one behind,” Dr. Barbosa said. “We look forward to our collaboration so that the Americas becomes the first region in the world to eliminate a cancer, as well as in ensuring the right to health for migrants, displaced persons and Indigenous populations, which are all priority areas.” His visit to Spain also included meetings with Anton Leis, Director of the Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID), and Maria Jesus Lamas, Director of the Spanish Agency for Medicine and Health Products.  The PAHO Director underscored the importance of regional cooperation in strengthening regulatory authorities of Latin America and the Caribbean, which is key to promoting local manufacturing and ensuring better preparedness for pandemics and other health emergencies. “We know what we have to do to address the region’s most pressing health issues, and this includes implementing policies to promote inclusive economic growth, investing in social infrastructure and quality health education, and strengthening health care systems based on primary health care,” Dr. Barbosa said. “We look forward to continued collaboration with our European partners to learn from their expertise and help make this a reality.” Related Similar Articles

Oct 21, 2024 Sports Minister of Sport, Charles Ramson met with athletes and officials heading to the IGG. Minister Charles Ramson (right) and Director of Sport, Steve Ninvalle addressing the IGG contingent By Rawle Toney Kaieteur Sports – Today, Guyana’s athletes embarked on their journey to French Guiana to compete in the 2024 edition of the Inter Guiana Games (IGG). The annual sporting competition will see athletes from Guyana, French Guiana, and Suriname vie for honours across seven disciplines: athletics, swimming, table tennis, futsal, chess, basketball, and volleyball. The event, scheduled from October 24 to 26, has long been a platform for fostering regional unity and athletic excellence among the three nations. Leading the Guyanese delegation is Director of Sport, Steve Ninvalle, while Dr. Karen Pilgrim, a prominent sports figure in Guyana, will serve as the Chef de Mission. Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport, Charles Ramson Jr., met with the contingent at the Guyana National Stadium before their departure, offering words of encouragement and setting the tone for their participation. Addressing the athletes, Minister Ramson challenged them to give their best, emphasizing that the Inter Guiana Games is not just an opportunity to compete but also a chance to represent their country with pride. “This is your moment to shine,” Minister Ramson said, “The Government of Guyana is fully invested in your development, and we want you to know that this journey goes beyond winning medals.” The Inter Guiana Games, a yearly event, has its roots dating back to the early 1960s. Initially aimed at fostering closer ties among the three Guianas, it has since grown to become one of the region’s premier youth sporting events. For decades, the Games have provided a platform for young athletes to showcase their talents, while promoting cultural exchange and goodwill among the neighbouring countries. As the 2024 edition gets underway, the spotlight will be on these young athletes, many of whom will be representing Guyana on the international stage for the first time. Over the years, the IGG has been a Launchpad for some of the country’s top sports figures, and expectations are high that this year’s team will continue that legacy. Guyana’s delegation is poised and ready to uphold the country’s reputation for sporting excellence, as they head into what promises to be three intense days of competition. All eyes will be on them as they work to bring home top honours in a variety of disciplines while building lasting friendships with their fellow athletes from French Guiana and Suriname. Related Similar Articles

Imlach named Guyana Harpy Eagles’ Captain Oct 21, 2024 Sports Guyana Harpy Eagles captain Tevin Imlach 2024 CWI Men’s Regional Super50 Championships… Kaieteur Sports – Tevin Imlach will lead a star-studded Guyana Harpy Eagles squad ahead of the upcoming CWI Regional Super50 Championships which bowls off from October 29 across the Caribbean. A number of familiar faces return to the squad following a successful Men’s Senior Super50 Inter-county tournament which ended on Sunday at Bourda. Imlach, who helped Demerara retain their title recently, will have all-rounder Keemo Paul as his deputy. Leading run scorer from the inter-county, opener Tagenarine Chanderpaul will feature alongside the likes of wicket-keeper Kemol Savory, fast-bowlers Ronsford Beaton, Isai Thorne and Ronaldo AliMohamed will play key roles in the Eagles line-up. Keemo Paul has been selected as the vice captain. (Getty Images) Matthew Nandu, Kevlon Anderson, Kevin Sinclair, Sylus Tyndall to name a few will be on show for Guyana. Young spinner Ashmead Nedd will have a shot to prove himself for Guyana with a senior guide in left-arm spinner Veerasammy Permaul. Notable absentees include pacer Nial Smith who picked up an injury recently which forced him out of the recently concluded inter-county. Middle-order batsman Akshaya Persaud has been granted permission to return to the Combined Campuses and Colleges (CCC), a franchise he was drafted to in October 2019, ahead of the  2019–20 Regional Super50 season. Essequibo speedster Beaton, who had his action cleared earlier this year, will be looking to make an impactful return to regional cricket. The Eagles also boast a strong reserve squad, with spinner’s Anthony Adams, leading wicket-taker in the inter-county, Devon Lord with all-rounders Junior Sinclair and Richie Looknauth. Middle-order batsman Kanhaiya Ramkarran, who was one of the top batsmen during the Super50 Inter-county and former national youth opener Sachin Singh round off a solid stand-by unit  for the Eagles. Head Coach Ryan Hercules and assistant Coach Garvin Nedd will resume their roles, with Albert Clements the team’s Manager. Guyana Harpy Eagles Super50 squad – Tagenarine Chanderpaul,Matthew Nandu, Rampertab Ramnauth, Kevlon Anderson, Tevin imlach (CAPTAIN), Kemol Savory, Kevin Sinclair, Kemo Paul (VICE CAPTAIN), Veerasammy Permaul, Ashamed Nedd, Ronaldo ali Mohamed, Sylus Tyndall, Isai Thorne and Ronsford Beaton Standby players: Devon Lord, Antony Adams, Junior Sinclair, Richie Looknauth,Sachin Singh, Kanhaiya Ramkarran, Head Coach -Ryan Hercules, Assistant Garvin Nedd, Manager Albert Clements Related Similar Articles

Persaud, Leung pedal to victory at Percy Boyce Memorial Cycle Race Oct 21, 2024 Sports The Percy Boyce Memorial Road Race was hailed a success. In photo are winners across respective categories sharing a photo-op with organizers and members of the PAB Foundation. Kaieteur Sports – Robin Persaud and Alexander Leung claimed top honours yesterday at the Flying Ace Cycling Club’s Annual Percy Boyce Memorial Cycle Road Race, co-hosted by the PAB Foundation. The race, which commemorates the life of national cycling champion Percy Boyce, took riders from Carifesta Avenue in Georgetown to Perseverance (Halfway Tree) and back, with athletes competing across multiple divisions. In the headline Senior’s event, KFC Evolution rider Robin Persaud showcased his dominance, crossing the finish line in 2:26:51.39. His flawless performance earned him the coveted first place prize, leaving Paul DeNobrega to settle for second, while Segun Hubbard rounded out the podium in third. The Junior’s event was no less thrilling, as young Alexander Leung’s relentless effort propelled him past the competition. Leung took first place, leaving Sidwell Sandy and Adjani Cutting to claim second and third, respectively, in a race full of tenacity and youthful promise. Veteran cyclists brought their experience to the forefront in an action-packed division split by age. Persaud wasn’t done yet, dominating the Under-50 category to secure another first-place victory, with Hubbard once again in second and Geron Williams in third. In the Over-50 category, Ian Jackson took the top spot, followed closely by Roy Harliquin and Kevin Jeffery. Category Four riders provided plenty of entertainment, with Carlos Mendonca, Jaikaran Sookai, and Davenand Bisson securing the top three spots in a hard-fought race. The day’s festivities concluded with a customary prize-giving ceremony led by Rayad Boyce, son of the late Percy Boyce, who handed out trophies and monetary awards to the top riders in each division. The annual race, a staple in the local cycling calendar, once again delivered a thrilling tribute to a beloved champion. Robin Persaud (far left) firing-in ahead of Paul DeNobrega in the Senior’s Race yesterday on Carifesta Avenue Related Similar Articles