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GPF kicks off 185th anniversary with customary church service Jul 02, 2024 News Scenes from Monday’s Church Service. Kaieteur News – The Guyana Police Force, on Monday kicked off a month long of activities to celebrate its 185th anniversary with its traditional Drum Head Church Service. The service was held at the Police Officers’ Mess Annexe, Police Headquarters, Eve Leary, Georgetown. During his address, Deputy Commissioner Calvin Brutus said that, “Some person who are here for the first time were seeking directions, but, we are still here in Guyana. What we are doing is modernizing the Force and under the strategic pillar of infrastructure, we realize this facility.” Giving a little history about the institution, he said on July 1st, 1839 the then British Guiana Police Force was established in colonial British Guiana. Its leadership consisted of military officers until 1969 when a Guyanese assumed command. Since then, the Force’s anniversary has been commemorated with a church service featuring a unique activity known as padding of the drums. The tradition involves an elaborate display of drills and the precise arrangement of several musical drums on the ground. Subsequently, there were prayers from a number of ministers and those in attendance were led into an intense hour of worship and praise by a number of worship leaders and accompanied by the police band. There was also a sermon and several rounds of prayers offered. In closing, Brutus thanked all those in attendance for coming and being a part of the first anniversary activity, wishing them well for the others to come. Related Similar Articles

$32M in contracts awarded to upgrade kitchen, bridge at Amerindian Hostel Jul 02, 2024 News Section of the Amerindian Hostel on Princes Street, Georgetown. Kaieteur News – The much needed upgrade and extension of the bridge and kitchen at the Amerindian Residence on Princes Street, Georgetown will be executed through the Ministry of Amerindian Affairs for approximately $32 million. According to information obtained from the National Procurement and Tender Administration Board (NPTAB) website, the contract for the construction of a concrete access bridge at the residence was awarded to contractor IMS Construction & Logistics Services to the tune of $18,979,015. While the contract for the extension of kitchen at the facility will be done by ADL Investment for $13,904,816. Kaieteur News had reported that these works came as result of calls by residents of the hostel for a section of the building to be rehabilitated. This publication had previously reported that the Committee of Supply of the National Assembly earlier this year approved approximately $73 million for repair and construction works to be executed at the Amerindian Residence. As reported this year, the government had allocated some $9 billion towards Amerindian development programmes and projects. During the consideration of the 2024 Budget Estimates for the Ministry of Amerindian Affairs, Opposition Member of Parliament (MP), Dawn Hastings-Williams had asked the subject Minister, Pauline Sukhai whether there is any rehabilitative works slated for the Amerindian hostel. She also enquired about the amount of money allocated towards this. Responding to the question, Minister Sukhai said the budgeted allocation of $25 million will see major works being done at the facility. She went on to explain that these works would include electrical and plumbing maintenance, repainting of the internal building for both concrete and wooden surfaces, repairs to the roof, replacing of doors at the male and female dorms, the dining hall door, repairs to the male washroom, repairs to the female dorms front step, and repairs to the floor on the new wing among others. There, it was mentioned too that some $48 million will go towards the construction of the concrete bridge and the extension of the kitchen. Related Similar Articles

Diletta Doretti is newly appointed World Bank Group Representative for Guyana Jul 02, 2024 News Newly appointed World Bank Group Representative for Guyana, Diletta Doretti Kaieteur News – As of Monday July 1, 2024, Diletta Doretti is the newly appointed World Bank Group Representative for Guyana. The appointment is aimed at unifying country level leadership across the institution in order to facilitate better support for the country’s public and private sector priorities. This was disclosed by the World Bank via a statement on Monday. The newly created position is to provide a single point of contact for full access to the full breadth of World Bank Group products and services and will enhance the institutions’ ability to address global challenges, and drive development with speed, efficiency, and impact. “Our goal is to increase operations in Guyana and having a unified leadership to partner with the government and the private sector will ensure that we can deliver impactful results,” said Doretti. Additionally, “We are exploring key sectors including agribusiness, tourism, education, access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as transportation and logistics infrastructure.” The World Bank Group is working in Guyana to advance human capital having a particular focus on education and strengthening climate resilience to flood risk management. Since Doretti, previously led the engagement of the World Bank Group with Guyana’s public sector it is only fitting that she will now be responsible for deepening and managing the partnership with Guyanese authorities and the private sector. Doretti will also be developing integrated solutions that span both sectors to ensure the effective implementation of the World Bank Group’s engagement framework in Guyana. The World Bank said that, “Since joining in 2002, Doretti has held various positions at the World Bank, including as Senior Private Sector Development Specialist for the World Bank West Africa region, based in Mali. She has extensive World Bank experience, including country engagements and developing strategies for private sector development, entrepreneurship, and innovation.” The introduction of joint country representation is an important step towards building a stronger World Bank Group. Guyana is one of 21 World Bank Group offices transitioning to a single World Bank Group Country Manager or Resident Representative for the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), International Development Association (IDA), the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA). Having a bold vision to create a world free of poverty on a livable plant, the World Bank provides in over 100 countries financing, advice, and innovative solutions that improve lives by creating jobs, strengthening economic growth, and confronting the most urgent global development challenges. The World Bank Group is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries. It consists of the World Bank, including the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Association (IDA); the International Finance Corporation (IFC); the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA); and the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID). For more information, please visit www.worldbank.org , www.miga.org , and www.ifc.org. Related Similar Articles

Teen driver hospitalised following two-car collision Jul 02, 2024 News Kaieteur News – Rondell Robinson, an 18-year-old mechanic from Bachelor’s Adventure, East Coast Demerara, was rushed to the Georgetown Public Hospital by a public-spirited citizen after colliding with another driver along the Felicity Public Road between 22:00hrs and 23:00hrs on Sunday night. The empty alcohol bottles found in the grey Toyota Allion 18-year-old Rondell Robinson The driver and passengers of the other vehicle are said to have fled the scene. Robinson was driving his silver/grey Toyota Carina ‘212’ along the highway when he was involved in a head-on collision with a silver/grey Toyota Allion in the vicinity of the Massy Stores Mini supermarket which left both vehicles badly damaged. The driver of the Allion, with licence plate ‘PTT 1444’, along with any passengers that may have been accompanying him, fled the scene of the incident immediately, and is still at large. It is alleged by the family of Robinson that there were several empty alcohol containers in the rear passenger area of the Allion. According to his family, a passerby rescued an unconscious Robinson from his wrecked vehicle shortly after the incident occurred and escorted him to the GPHC where he remains, with injuries to his head and arm. The 18-year-old is alive but still unconscious. The individual that took the young man to the hospital also made sure to hand over his untouched personal belongings, including money and jewellery, at the hospital, but left before Robinson’s family arrived. Unfortunately, the Toyota Carina was stripped of several parts by the time the family visited the scene of the incident. An investigation is currently underway at the Sparendaam Police Station; however, details are yet to be released by the Guyana Police Force. Related Similar Articles

De path not chosen Jul 02, 2024 Dem Boys Seh, Features / Columnists, News Kaieteur News – Yuh gotta have guts fuh do de right thing. But some people does choose de easy road. Easy road does lead to nowhere good. Dat’s exactly wah de Pee N Cee and dem Coalition boys dem choose after March 2020 elections. Five months ah pure chaos and confusion. Anybody coulda stand up and the Pee N Cee Congress and and seh, “Look, we mess up. We sorry.” But nah, dem nah do dat. Instead, dem hold on tight like crab to dead fish. Democracy get threatened. De whole country watchin’, waitin’, wonderin’ wah gon happen. But dem boys from Pee N Cee, dem nah budge. Dem stand firm in de wrong. Imagine if somebody stand up in front ah de Congress and seh, “We shame. We disgrace we self. We disgrace we party. We disgrace Guyana.” Dat woulda been a hero right deh. But nah, nobody ain’t dare do dat. Dem prefer fuh play hide and seek wid de truth. Dem boys seh, when yuh mess up, yuh gat fuh apologize. But dem boys from Pee N Cee, dem play deaf and dumb. Dem nah want fuh hear. Dem nah want fuh talk. Dem pretend like everything nice and sweet. But de people nah stupid. De people see de truth. De people feel de pain. Distance yuh self from de wrong? Dat woulda been de right thing. But dem boys choose fuh stay close, close like skin on bone. Five months ah nonsense, five months ah torment. All dem had to do was seh, “We sorry. We wrong.” Dem boys seh, hero nah born, hero made. And in dat five months, we ain’t see no hero. We see people who care more ‘bout power than principle. More ‘bout position than pride. De Pee N Cee had de chance fuh make things right. Dem had de chance fuh stand tall. But dem choose fuh crawl. Sometimes yuh gotta stand up even if yuh standin’ alone. Sometimes yuh gotta admit yuh wrong, even if it hurt. Talk half. Leff half. Related Similar Articles

Chase sinks Leonora Sec’ 3-2, as Williams brace PC into Girls final Jul 02, 2024 Sports Waramuri Top prevailed over Bartica to advance in 2024 final. ExxonMobil 5th Annual Boys’ & Girls’ Schools U14 Football Championship Kaieteur Sports – The mouth-watering semi-finals action at the fifth edition of the ExxonMobil Boys’ and Girls’ Under-14 Football Championship concluded yesterday at the Ministry of Education ground. Chase Academic Foundation will face Dolphin Secondary in the Boys’ Final after securing exciting victories against Leonora Secondary and South Ruimveldt Secondary, respectively. Defending champions Waramuri Primary Top narrowly defeated Bartica Secondary in the first semi-final match, while President’s College edged out Santa Rosa to meet Waramuri in the Girls’ final. Waramuri Top (Girls) managed to fend off a tough Bartica side 1-0 within the first few minutes of extra time after a goalless draw in regular time during the first semi-final. The match was level at 0-0 by the end of regulation, with both teams struggling to break the deadlock. With the stalemate, a seven-minute extra time was granted, during which Shenessa Thomas capitalized, scoring the sole goal of the contest to give Waramuri a one-goal lead. Waramuri then switched to a defensive stance, maintaining a clean sheet to secure their spot in the 2024 final. A Boys’ semi-final clash followed, Chase’s Academic Foundation staged a sensational 3-2 comeback victory to eliminate a fatigued Leonora side in the first of two semi-final encounters. The two teams had met earlier in the group stages, ending that match in a draw. Kimora Williams double (goal) sends PC in ExxonMobil Girl’s final. Facing elimination, Leonora applied early pressure, but Chase AF intensified their efforts in the second half after conceding two early goals. Chase’s Akeel Younge gave his team hope in the 21st minute, bringing the score to 2-1 before Jaden Tasher fired in the equalizer seven minutes later.  Mark Glasgow delivered a brilliant strike from the center of the pitch, securing a late 3-2 lead in the 43rd minute. As time dwindled, Leonora couldn’t muster a scoring opportunity, ultimately falling 3-2 to Chase Academic. The second Girls’ semi-final went in favour of President’s College. PC demonstrated superior play against Santa Rosa. As Kimora Williams delivered a match-winning performance, scoring twice to lead her team to a 2-1 victory and advance to the final. Chase’s midfielder receiving a cross during semifinals clash with Leonora Secondary. Meanwhile, Dolphin Secondary (Boys) will now face Chase’s Academic Foundation for the 2024 title after narrowly defeating South Ruimveldt in yesterday’s semi-final. Tyler Abrams emerged as the star of the match with his precise strike in the 43rd minute, giving Dolphin an early lead and securing their advancement to the final. In other matches of the day, Tucville Girls defeated New Amsterdam Girls 1-0, Charity Girls triumphed over Marian Academy 5-4, and Bush Lot Boys lost to West Minster Boys 2-1. With the finalists decided, the tournament is set for a climactic conclusion this coming Saturday (July 6) at the same venue. The tournament is sponsored by ExxonMobil with support from DDL/Pepsi, Stena Drilling, and MVP Sports, and is sanctioned by the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Sports. Related Similar Articles

Girmay first black African to win Tour de France stage Jul 02, 2024 Sports Biniam Girmay also won a stage at the Giro d’Italia in 2022. (Getty Images) BBC Sport – Biniam Girmay made history as the first black African to win a Tour de France stage as Mark Cavendish was held up by a late crash on the run into Turin. In a reduced sprint finish, Eritrea’s Girmay powered to victory, with Colombia’s Fernando Gaviria and Belgium’s Arnaud de Lie in second and third. All the pre-race talk had been around whether Cavendish could claim a record 35th stage win, but a crash just over 2km from the line on the 230.8km route from Piacenza left many riders – including the Manxman – out of position. Meanwhile, Richard Carapaz became the first Ecuadorian to wear the yellow jersey based on accumulated finishing positions over the first three stages, with Tadej Pogacar, Remco Evenepoel and Jonas Vingegaard also on the same time as the EF Education-EasyPost rider in the general classification. At the finish an emotional Girmay, 24 – who won his first Grand Tour stage at the Giro d’Italia in 2022 – outlined the importance of his achievement. “I would say thanks to God for everything, for giving me all the strength and support,” Girmay said. “Since I started cycling I was never dreaming to be part of the Tour de France but now I can’t believe it. I want to say thank you to my family, my wife, Eritrea and Africa. “We must be proud. Now we are part of the big races and have success. Now is our moment, now is our time. This for all Africa” Cavendish and his Astana-Qazaqstan team-mates were on the right side of the road as riders jostled for position in the closing stages of the race and the 39-year-old said he was just happy to emerge unscathed, having crashed out of the race 12 months ago on stage eight. “Something was going to happen,” Cavendish said. “You could feel it but you didn’t know where or when. I heard it happening ahead so you’re on the brakes, you skid and you wait for somebody to hit you from behind. “Thankfully we were OK and I don’t think anyone was seriously hurt. You don’t want anybody to crash but I don’t think anyone was seriously hurt so that’s very good news. We didn’t sprint but we’re safe and that’s the main thing.” Today, the race heads into the Alps as the Tour takes in the mighty Col du Galibier on the mountainous 139.6km route from Pinerolo to Valloire. Stage three results Biniam Girmay (Eri/Intermarche-Wanty) 5hrs 26mins 48secs Fernando Gaviria (Col/Movistar) Same time Arnaud de Lie (Bel/Lotto Dstny) “ Mads Pedersen (Den/Lidl-Trek) “ Dylan Groenewegen (Ned/Jayco-AlUla) “ Phil Bauhaus (Ger/Bahrain Victorious) “ Fabio Jakobsen (Ned/DSM-firmenich-PostNL) “ Davide Ballerini (ITA/Astana-Qazaqstan) “ Sam Bennett (Ire/Decathlon-AG2R La Mondiale) “ Bryan Coquard (Fra/Cofidis) “ General classification after stage three Richard Carapaz (Ecu/EF Education-EasyPost) 15hrs 20mins 18secs Tadej Pogacar (Slo/UAE Team Emirates) 9hrs 53mins 30secs Remco Evenepoel (Bel/Soudal-Quick-Step) Same time Jonas Vingegaard (Den/Visma-Lease a Bike) “ Richard Carapaz (Ecu/EF Education-EasyPost) “ Romain Bardet (Fra/DSM-firmenich PostNL) +6secs Pello Bilbao (Spa/Bahrain Victorious) +21secs Guillaume Martin (Fra/Cofidis) Same time Egan Bernal (Col/Ineos Grenadiers) “ Jai Hindley (Aus/Red Bull Bora-Hansgrohe) Aleksandr Vlasov (Rus/Red Bull Bora-Hansgrohe) Related Similar Articles