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Security beefed up to curb incidents of violence at GPHC’s A&E Dept Jun 23, 2024 News Head of the Accident and Emergency Department at the Georgetown Public Hospital, Dr. Zulfikar Bux Kaieteur News – Security is being beefed up at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) Accident and Emergency (A&E) department to curb the incidents of violence that have raised concerns for health workers attached to the institution. Head of the Accident and Emergency Department at the Georgetown Public Hospital, Dr. Zulfikar Bux, told reporters during a press conference hosted at GPHC on Wednesday that interpersonal violence is happening more frequently at the hospital. “Interpersonal violence is now being brought into institutions…we’ve had experiences over the years but my concern is that they are happening more frequently now,” Dr. Bux said at a GPHC press conference on Wednesday. According to Dr. Bux, for the month of June, the hospital has had six cases of interpersonal violence, “…Whether its abuse of staff and abuse in terms of getting close with being physical with staff.” Dr. Bux said the health workers are growing increasingly fearful for their safety and well-being. He noted that just last week an assailant of a stabbing incident visited the department, hoping to continue attacking his victim who had gone there for treatment. Additionally, the doctor said there are other cases within the past two months that involved patients seeking treatment with weapons in their possession. Dr. Bux noted that the patient was stabbed twice came to the emergency department and the assailants came into the department to continue the course of action they started. “They came into the department and they pulled out a knife and actually attempted to stab him. It did cause a small laceration, the entire department had to take siege because it was quite a few attackers and unfortunately, the victim had to run outside to seek cover outside of the institution,” he said. The doctor warned that the A&E department is a high-stress area which deals with patients in need of immediate medical attention. Meanwhile, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the GPHC, Robbie Rambarran said that there are persons who would come in as patients and have weapons on them and these would be lodged with security. He noted that there are also instances of persons accompanying patients with firearms and other weapons on their person. However, speaking of interventions to curb these issues, he said that the hospital has been working along with a private security firm for some time while the institution also has its own security. While indicating the CEO said that security will be beefed up, he said that a lot more hand-held scanners and scanners at the entrances of the facility will be put in place. According to him, healthcare workers are receiving training to better de-escalate situations and improve their public relations abilities. Still, he believes it is not acceptable for healthcare workers to face verbal and physical violence. Related Similar Articles

Gunmen escape after shooting at police vehicle in Sophia Jun 23, 2024 News Kaieteur News – Two gunmen on a motorcycle managed to elude police after shooting at their patrol vehicle at Sophia, Greater Georgetown, during the wee hours of Saturday. Police said that they engaged the men in a shootout around 01:45 hrs. The ranks said that they were on patrol duties in Sophia when they saw two men on a motorcycle without light and number plate. They attempted to stop the men but they did not comply. The ranks chased the men who started shooting at them, damaging their vehicle. The ranks returned fire but could not apprehend the gunmen as they abandoned the motorcycle and disappeared in nearby bushes. Police were not injured during the exchange of gunfire. Investigations are ongoing. Related Similar Articles

Missing man found dead in swamp in Berbice Jun 23, 2024 News Kaieteur News – A 57-year-old Drainage and Irrigation Worker, Dharmindra Sarabjit who was reported missing by his daughter, was on Saturday found dead in a swampy area with thick vegetation in Vryheid Village, West Canje, Berbice, Region Six. The discovery was made around 12:15 hrs and according to police his remains were decomposing. Sarabjit went missing on June 17 after he left his home to visit a female friend. On June 19, his daughter filed a missing persons’ report after he did not return home. Investigations are ongoing. Related Similar Articles

Govt. commences discussions with commercial airlines for possible carbon credit sale Jun 23, 2024 News DPI – The government has initiated commercial discussions with players in the aviation industry for the sale of high-quality carbon credits. This was announced by President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali during a press conference on Thursday. Earlier this year, Guyana achieved a historic milestone by receiving 7.14 million 2021 vintage carbon credits from the Architecture for REDD+ Transactions (ART). This achievement made Guyana the first country to be issued carbon credits eligible for use by airline operators in their efforts to reduce carbon emissions. Simultaneously, the government announced the world’s first Paris Agreement corresponding adjustment, meeting the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) requirements. This process certifies the credits as eligible for use by airlines towards their targets in the 2024-2026 phase of the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) CORSIA (Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation). “Not only did we certify, we have commenced commercial discussions and engagements with airlines for the sale of Guyana’s carbon credit for that market,” President Ali said. Guided by the Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) 2030, Guyana has set out a vision for monetising the climate and ecosystem services provided by its standing forest, while accelerating the country’s economic development along a low-carbon trajectory On December 1 2022, the Architecture for REDD+ Transactions (ART) announced the issuance of 33.47 million TREES credit to Guyana for the five years from 2016 to 2020. Subsequently, the government entered into an agreement with Hess Corporation that will see the company purchasing high-quality carbon credits for $750 million. In 2023, US$150 million was received, representing the first tranche of payments made by Hess of which US$22 million was directly disbursed to 242 indigenous villages nationwide. This represents 15 per cent of total revenues earned through this mechanism in keeping with the LCDS2030. The remaining 85 per cent are earmarked to fulfil national development and climate resilience and adaptation outlined in the strategy. Some 811 projects are being implemented in Indigenous communities nationwide funded by carbon credit resources. They are expected to receive a further $2 billion in 2024 as part of the second tranche of payments. Guyana is committed to combatting climate change and fostering sustainable growth through the LCDS 2030 framework while managing its resources transparently for the benefit of present and future generations. Related Similar Articles

A friend always in need is a friend only in deed Jun 23, 2024 Dem Boys Seh, Features / Columnists, News Kaieteur News – Dem boys seh is a funny ting how some people can’t tell de difference between a friend and a leech. Yuh got to wonder sometimes if dey eyesight bad or if dey just too kind-hearted fuh dey own good. De other day, one man seh he got a “blood brother.” But when yuh look close, it look more like a one-way blood transfusion. One man givin’ and givin’, de other one takin’ and takin’. If de situation was a cow, one man would be de farmer milkin’, and de other would be de calf drinkin’ all de milk and not givin’ back a single drop. Remember dat fella in Guyana? De one who latch on to a friend like a tick on a dog? Dem boys seh he tek more than a sponge in a flood. De man who was financin’ him might as well have been de Central Bank. Every week, de same ting – “Brother, leh me hold a small piece till next week.” And next week come, but de money never did. So dem boys seh one day, de giver finally wake up. He realize de so-called friend wasn’t no blood brother, he was a mosquito, suckin’ him dry. He seh, “No more, my brother, no more.” De taker look shock, like he just find out Santa Claus ain’t real. He start beggin’, promisin’ to change. But dem boys know, a leopard can’t change its spots, and a freeloader can’t suddenly become a benefactor. So dem boys seh, next time yuh hear somebody talkin’ ‘bout their “blood brother,” ask yuhself if it’s really a two-way street or a one-way highway. Because nobody want to end up like dat man in Guyana, with a friend who turn out to be nothin’ but a professional bum. And always remember, if yuh keep givin’ and givin’ and gettin’ nothin’ in return, yuh ain’t got a friend. Yuh got a parasite. And de only ting to do with parasites is to get rid of dem before dey suck yuh dry. Dem boys seh, it’s better to be alone than to be in bad company. Because at least when yuh alone, yuh know who to blame when yuh pockets empty. Talk half. Leff half. Related Similar Articles

Semifinalists decided in both divisions Jun 23, 2024 Sports Devonte Game of South Ruimveldt piercing Bushlot’s defense during their quarterfinal encounter ExxonMobil Boys’ and Girls’ U14 Football Championship  Kaieteur Sports – The Petra-organised ExxonMobil Boys’ and Girls’ Under-14 Football tournament intensified yesterday with thrilling quarterfinal action at the Ministry of Education ground. Advancing to the semifinals were Leonora (Boys), South Ruimveldt (Boys), Dolphin (Boys), and Chase’s Academic Foundation (Boys), along with Waramuri Top (Girls), Bartica (Girls), President’s College (Girls), and Santa Rosa (Girls). Leonora Secondary secured a semifinal spot with a 4-1 victory over defending champions Bartica Secondary. The match was tightly contested, with Bartica leading 2-1 at halftime. However, Huan Culley’s equalizer in the 32nd minute, following a precise pass from the right-wing, tied the game at 2-2. The match concluded with Leonora winning the penalty shootout 4-1. South Ruimveldt triumphed over Bushlot Secondary with a solid 2-0 victory. Devonte Gaime and Aaron Archer scored the decisive goals in the 25th and 23rd minutes, respectively. Despite Bushlot’s multiple attempts, they couldn’t breach South Ruimveldt’s defense. Dolphin Secondary moved into the semis by defeating Westminster 3-0 with Christian Saw scoring twice (48th and 50th minutes) and Tyler Abrams netting an early goal in the 5th minute. Chase’s Academic Foundation clinched their spot by overpowering Wismar Christianburg 3-0, with goals from Mark Glasgow, Jashan Haynes, and Akeel Young. The Girls division provided lots of entertainment; Bartica Girls dominated Marian Academy with a 7-1 victory, featuring hat-trick performances from Kelsy and Nerismar Williams, and an additional goal from Vilerky Simon. President’s College crushed New Amsterdam (NA) Girls 8-0, with Nadine Xavier scoring three goals (26th, 30th, and 37th minutes), Kimora Edwards adding two (8th and 20th minutes), and Teshanna Abrams and Reyanna Gounga each contributing one. Waramuri Top delivered an impressive 7-0 win against Charity, led by Erika Harris’s four-goal performance. Brenita Marks scored twice (4th and 18th minutes), and Shenessa Thomas added a goal in the 32nd minute. Santa Rosa Girls secured their semifinal spot by defeating Tucville Secondary 3-0, with Maria Atkinson scoring twice and leading her team to victory. The tournament is sponsored by ExxonMobil, with support from Stena Drilling, DDL/Pepsi, and MVP Sports. The tournament is also coordinated by the Petra Organisation and approved by the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Sports. Related Similar Articles

Crunch time for West Indies; all-win South Africa still looking for the perfect game Jun 23, 2024 Sports West Indies have lost only once in the tournament thus far. (Getty Images) (Cricinfo) – It isn’t actually called a quarter-final, but for West Indies, this game against South Africa could well be one. Win, and they will be through to the T20 World Cup 2024 semi-finals, irrespective of other results. Lose, and then net run-rate comes into play if England lose to USA; West Indies will be out if England beat USA. South Africa’s equation is slightly more nuanced. A win will guarantee them a spot in the last four but they could still get there with a close defeat, and by the time the match is played, they will know exactly what the margins they are working with are. What may be lurking in the back of South Africa’s mind is how close five of their six games so far have been. They have snatched victories from the unlikeliest of scenarios and seem to be riding a wave of good fortune that they have failed to catch in tournaments past. They will be the first to admit that they are yet to put together the perfect game, but they boast a perfect record. Six out of six wins means they are once again being spoken of as champion material. Could this be the year South Africa finally win a T20 World Cup? West Indies might have something to say about that. The co-hosts were unbeaten through the group stage too. Though they lost to defending champions England in the Super Eight after that, they are still on track to achieving what they set out to: re-establish West Indies as a powerhouse by competing strongly and (hopefully, for them) winning a third T20 World Cup. For now, it all hinges on how they do in this match and though they may take heart from sweeping South Africa 3-0 before the tournament, it’s worth remembering that that was a second-string South Africa side. The real test is now. In the spotlight – Alzarri Joseph and Marco Jansen Alzarri Joseph has the same number of tournament wickets as Anrich Nortje – 11 – at a slightly higher average (13.81 compared to 12.90) but a slightly better strike rate. Joseph has taken a wicket once every 11 balls at the tournament – and Nortje once every 13 balls – and is rightly seen as West Indies’ biggest threat with the ball. Joseph has only played two T20Is against South Africa, and in the last one took a series-winning 5 for 40 to seal a seven-run win. Four of the five batters Joseph dismissed in that match – Quinton de Kock, Reeza Hendricks, David Miller and Heinrich Klaasen – have been part of South Africa’s XI in every game at the World Cup thus far. On his home ground, Antigua, he will have even more motivation to attempt to repeat the feat. Nicholas Pooran is the tournament’s leading run scorer. (Getty Images) With Nortje, Kagiso Rabada and Ottneil Baartman all shining at different stages of the competition, Marco Jansen has flown under the radar despite being an important part of South Africa’s progress. The economy rate of 5.90 includes bowling mostly in the powerplay and is South Africa’s second-lowest after Baartman (though Jansen has played one more game). Though he has gone wicketless in all but one match, Jansen has been match-winning in other ways. Against England, he was tasked with the game’s penultimate over and conceded just seven runs, leaving Nortje 13 to defend. Crucially, he has adapted to conditions when some of his team-mates have not, and he is yet to be given a chance to show what he can do with the bat. West Indies have choices to make Shai Hope’s unbeaten 39-ball 82 opening the batting against USA may mean West Indies do not have immediate cause to bring in Kyle Mayers, who has replaced the injured Brandon King in their squad. It’s an interesting call to make because Mayers has the advantage of knowing the South African players well, from his time at the SA20, and of being West Indies’ second-leading run-scorer in the pre-World Cup series played against South Africa last month. Their other decision will be in the make-up of the bowling unit – whether to include an extra seamer in Romario Shepherd or stick to the offspin of Roston Chase. The last time South Africa played in Antigua, they opted for two spinners and left Baartman out, and may consider that combination again. However, Tabraiz Shamsi was expensive against USA, which could open the door for the other left-arm spinner in the squad: Bjorn Fortuin, who has not had a game thus far. It’s more likely South Africa will stick to what they like best, with an unchanged batting line-up and one of Shamsi or Baartman. Related Similar Articles