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Guyanese team set for opening match in Aruba Aug 04, 2024 Sports Guyana’s Under-15 Team strikes a pose in Aruba. Concacaf Under-15 Girls’ Championship Qualifiers… Kaieteur Sports – Guyana Girls’ Under-15 National Team landed in Aruba on Friday, ready to secure a victory against Anguilla on August 6 in their opening match of the Concacaf Under-15 Girls’ Championship Qualifiers. Assistant Coach Delon Williams is “very optimistic” about the team’s performance in the regional tournament, which will showcase twenty-eight youth national squads from across the Caribbean from August 5 to 11. The young players have been in training for over a month, Williams added: “This bunch has brought so much energy. This is a very talented group.” The 18-member team features a mix of local and overseas-based players, including talent from the recently completed inaugural Guyana Football Federation-Blue Water Shipping Under-15 Girls’ National Secondary School Championship. Guyana is positioned in League C, where they will also face St. Vincent and the Grenadines on August 7, followed by a clash with Guadeloupe on August 8 and then final games against host nation Aruba on August 9. All games are set to take place at Compleho Deportivo Guillermo Stadium in Oranjestad. Women’s Football Federation (WFF) President Andrea Johnson noted that the coaches had a vast pool of talented players to select from, adding: “The girls are ready to showcase the level of talent in Guyana to the region.” “I am absolutely impressed with their dedication to representing themselves, their families, and the country. I am incredibly proud of their commitment so far.” She also urged Guyanese around the world to support the junior Lady Jags by tuning in to their games and sending encouraging messages through social media platforms. Tuesday’s opening game kicks off at 1 p.m. Related Similar Articles

GNBS Gold Jewellery Certification: Kings Jewellery world Aug 04, 2024 Features / Columnists, News A certificate and plaque were handed over by GNBS Head (Ag) of Certification Services, Keon Rankin, and Technical Officer, Latchman Mootoosammi, to the General Manager of King’s Jewellery World, Rohandev Persaud, and Head of Manufacturing, Zachary Persaud. Kaieteur News – King’s Jewellery World has been successfully certified by the GNBS for conforming to the requirements of the GYS 50: 2022 Standard, Specification for Gold Articles. In a brief ceremony, a certificate and plaque were handed over by GNBS Head (Ag) of Certification Services, Keon Rankin, and Technical Officer, Latchman Mootoosammi, to the General Manager of King’s Jewellery World, Rohandev Persaud, and Head of Manufacturing, Zachary Persaud, respectively, in the presence of staff members and others. Customers can be assured that when purchasing gold jewellery from King’s Jewellery World, they will receive items that have been tried, tested, and proven for quality. For more information contact our Certification Services Department at 219-0064-66 or e-mail [email protected] to learn more about our Certification Programme. Related Similar Articles

Tucber Park youth the latest to benefit Aug 04, 2024 Sports Delounce Fredericks is awarded his piece of equipment. ‘Cricket Gear for Young and Promising Cricketers…’ Kaieteur Sports – Delounce Fredericks, a fifteen years old batsman from Tucber Park CC is the latest young cricketer to benefit from this joint initiative between Kishan Das of the USA and Anil Beharry of Guyana. The Berbice Educational Institute student reached out to this initiative through veteran journalist Frederick Halley. Young Fredericks was the recipient of one pair of batting pads, one cricket bat and one pair of cricket shoes. The presentation was done by Surindradat Beharry who represented the project. Beharry told the younster to work hard on his game, remain discipline and focus on his studies as well. The young cricketer expressed his gratitude and was excited to receive the gear. We will continue to support young people and are happy to be associated with the development of cricket especially through youths. Total cricket-related items received/purchased so far: $370,000 in cash, thirteen colored cricket uniforms, two trophies, eighteen pairs of cricket boots, thirty-one pairs of batting pads, 33 cricket bats, 29 pairs of batting gloves, 24 thigh pads, three pairs of wicket keeping pads, six arm guards, two chest pads, two boxes, ten cricket bags, six bat rubbers, six helmets, one fiber-glass bat and ten boxes of white cricket balls. In addition to the above, more than $600,000 worth of gear was donated by Sheik Mohamed, a former National wicketkeeper/batsman. All cash collected is being used to purchase gear requested and not available at the time. To date, 80 young players, male and female, from all three counties of Guyana have benefited from seven gear bags, two trophies, four arm guards, thirty bats, three boxes, six helmets, 27 pairs of cricket shoes, eighteen pairs of batting pads, 24 thigh pads, one bat grip, 31 pairs of batting gloves, one pair of wicketkeeping pads and three pairs of wicketkeeping gloves. In addition, two clubs in the Pomeroon area benefited from two used bats. Pomeroon, Leguan and Wakenam Cricket Committees and Cotton Tree Die Hard also received one box of red cricket balls each, Cold Fusion Cricket Club thirteen color uniforms while RHCCCC received three boxes of balls, fifteen white cricket shirts, one pair of junior batting pads, one pair of wicket keeping gloves, a set of stumps and bails. Cricket-related items, used or new, are distributed free of cost to young and promising cricketers in Guyana. Skills, discipline and education are important characteristics of the recipients. Talent spotting is being done across the country and club leaders also assist in identifying talent. Progressive and well-managed cricket clubs with a youth program, will also benefit. Anyone interested in contributing can contact Anil Beharry at 623-6875 or Kishan Das on +1 -718-664-0896. Related Similar Articles

Lovely Lass Village ‘Gee’ turns 100 Aug 04, 2024 Features / Columnists, News Kaieteur News – In the realm of love, being surrounded by family and friends, Geraldine Agatha Quintyn also known as ‘Gee’, who was born in Lovely Lass Village, West Coast Berbice (WCB) celebrated her 100th Birth Anniversary on July 27, 2024. Geraldine Agatha Quintyn also known as ‘Gee’ during her birthday celebration on July 27, 2024 Quintyn known by family as ‘Gee’ had a grand time on her Birthday where appreciation of her efforts in life were made known.  Quintyn was birthed by Ram Dutchin and Beatrice Farrell. She is the last surviving daughter of 10 children. Quintyn had three brothers and six sisters of whom one was her twin sister Rosalind. The woman survived her husband Samuel Quintyn, who died in 1964. She’s the mother of Yvonne France (deceased) and stepmother to Esyln Samuels and Doyle Quintyn. She also has 13 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Going down memory lane, the centenarian in her adult life was lived mostly in Kitty, Georgetown and she attended St. George’s Cathedral. Despite being 100 years, Quintyn still have a profound love for fashion. Her relative stated in a letter, “At 100 years, she is still a fashionista and will not leave the house even to go to the doctor unless she is dressed just so.” The family member further concluded, “We celebrate your amazing legacy. May you continue to be blessed with health and happiness on your 100 birthday and beyond.” Related Similar Articles

Link Show 37: A necessary satirical review of Guyanese affairs Aug 04, 2024 Features / Columnists, News Link Show 37 is a necessary satirical review of the nation’s current and recent political affairs Kaieteur News – The 37th edition of ‘Link Show’, the Ron Robinson-directed annual satirical review of the nation’s current and recent political affairs, was staged at the National Cultural Centre from July 26th to 28th. The ability and coordination of the production team and actors in using comedy as a means of recalling, analysing, and critiquing Guyanese politics allowed them to meet and exceed the expectations of their audience and put on an impressive show, which could possibly be the final Link Show ever, according to Robinson. Founders of The Theatre Company (TTC), Ron Robinson and Gem Madhoo, were the director and producer of the show, respectively, as they have done since the first edition of the show in 1981. That production, 43 years ago, happened in the same year that TTC was founded, and has been an annual mainstay in Guyanese theatre for decades since. These veteran backstage leaders displayed their experience in putting on such productions, with the assistance of seasoned Link Show actors, singers, and comedians like Simone Dowding, Kwasi Ace Edmondson, Michael Ignatius, Mark-Luke Edwards, and others. This Link Show, however, saw several newcomers that made quite the impact on the overall presentation of the show. One of those newcomers, 21-year-old Latifah Agard, highlighted the influence of the show’s director, producer, and senior cast members on her experience. “Working with Uncle Ron and Ms. Gem on this particular project has been different from working with them with any other type of plays or skits and just watching the actors taking a script that may be very straightforward and then colouring it so the audience could laugh with it has been a different experience and I wouldn’t change it for the world and I really enjoyed my first Link Show,” she said. Critique and analysis of the political characters and events are concepts that bear much importance to Guyana’s social framework, as they do in democracies throughout the world. These are, however, topics that can be mentally draining to discuss in a serious manner, hence the employment of a satirical review. On this 37th edition of the Link Show, Ron Robinson and his team dived headfirst, as always, into some of the most controversial and pressing issues in the nation’s politics. These included the management of its oil sector, the various improprieties of politicians and other public figures, as well as other pressing issues. The show was at its comedic peak when it portrayed politicians such as Guyana’s President, Irfaan Ali; Opposition Leader, Aubrey Norton; and Vice President, Bharrat Jagdeo. The depictions of characters such as these did an amazing job of confronting many of the very real and consequential issues surrounding these figures in a lighthearted manner. Speaking of his experience playing Aubrey Norton, veteran actor/comedian Gerard Gilkes said,  “I had to do some understudying and I found that I was able to bring the character to life so it was enjoyable, and I wouldn’t mind doing it again and again.” A part of Link Show 37 at the National Cultural Centre This speaks to the cast’s commitment to their roles, as well as the respect that the production team aims to show to the subjects of their satirical analysis. Skits like the ones about the Cemetery Road project and the Stabroek Market gave a glimpse of many of the issues that affect Guyanese on an everyday basis, and their feelings towards these issues. This works well, because Guyanese are able to essentially watch depictions of themselves and their opinions on stage, which adds an increased level of relatability to the show. Many of the previous productions happened in front of a sold out Cultural Centre audience, however, this 37th edition saw a significant decrease to the size of the audience. This is in part due to the show returning to the stage after several years of absence due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It is fair to say that the pandemic changed the lives and routines of people all around the world, however, the rise of technology in Guyana has also greatly impacted how people intake media in all its forms. In part due to this, Mr. Robinson and the production team are unsure of what the future may hold for the Link Show series. “It just might be the last Link Show ever, but some of the cast are saying they want to continue it, so we don’t know yet. It’s up in the air. Let’s see,” said Robinson. He continued, “I’m very happy that the mantle is being passed on to a new group that will take it up and run with it and maybe even take it higher. I’m pleased about that because it’s time for people like me to, sort of, sit in the back and look on and maybe still advise or help, but it’s time for them to take over.” “The goal is to raise awareness in a very humorous way, we tried to do skits that with illicit laughter, but there are salient points and serious issues and we hope that you find this alien points and we hope that this awareness affects the powers that be and that we see change from the little comedy that we do .” Related Similar Articles

Inaugural Berbice Softball Cup Slated for October Aug 04, 2024 Sports Kaieteur Sports – Softball teams will have the opportunity to participate in the first-ever Berbice Softball Cup which is slated for October 2024 across the ancient county and is organized by Roraima Community Developers. According to organisers, this tournament comes after the successful hosting of the inaugural Inter-Region Ten10 Softball Cricket Cup in April which saw Hyde Park of Region 3 walking away with the championship. The inaugural Berbice Softball Cup will be based on a one game knock out format with round arm bowling only. It will be ten (10) overs per side and will be played from the 6th to the 20th of October in an open category with teams vying for over $1 million in cash prizes and trophies. According to organizers during the tournament, there will be a lot of side attractions, giveaways, and entertainment for fans.  On the day of the playoffs, it is expected to be a grand party-like atmosphere with lots of cultural entertainment and a grand exhibition match. The business sector is urged to support the tournament as it will help to bring the  people together  and foster a better relationship amongst communities. Organisers said that they will be making public the venues and contact information of the coordinators so that interested teams can get registered, and the prizes that will be up for grabs, as it is expected to be the most lucrative ever in the county of Berbice. Related Similar Articles

‘Infallible Couture’ for Creative Streetwear apparel Aug 04, 2024 Features / Columnists, News, Young entrepreneurs “I strongly believe young entrepreneurs play a massive role in society, mainly on the younger generation by being role models and showing the younger ones that there should be nothing stopping them from accomplishing the goals that they strive for.” By Allyiah Allicock Kaieteur News – I’m pretty sure we all heard some point in our lives, the phrase ‘You can do anything you set your mind to’. And if you think that is not true, then take a look at the wide array of young entrepreneurs in our society that have pursued their passion and dreams and introduced services we didn’t think were available to us. It is with determination and perseverance they have accomplished what they have today. Young Entrepreneur, Roy Hamilton One such entrepreneur who certainly took the phrase into account by turning his passion into reality is 17-year-old Roy Hamilton, the pioneer behind ‘Infallible Couture’, an apparel business. In an exclusive interview with The Waterfalls, the teen from East Ruimveldt, Georgetown said he first started his business on August 25, 2022 at just the age of 15. At the time, he was in fourth form heading into fifth form where he completed his secondary education at Pure Masters Academy. Going into the business at such a young age, Hamilton said his inspiration came from having had a deep passion for creativity and fashion. “I’ve always had a passion for creativity and fashion designing, I realized that I have a talent that I can pursue a career, so I put together the two things that I had an immense interest in and made it my career,” he revealed. Recalling initial days in business, the teenager revealed that the first product he created was a T-shirt. He further related, “When I first ventured into this business I would head downtown to purchase one Hanes T-shirt to print. I started printing T shirts in my bedroom. I then worked my way up to an office space and we now manufacture our own T-shirts branded Infallible Couture.” Why the name ‘Infallible Couture’, according to him the words represent his business and the quality of work he delivers, “because the word infallible speaks about being incapable of failure and the word couture means making of clothing and garments,” he added. Infallible Couture he shared is street-wear apparel which focuses on creating graphic designs and fashion designs, to have you look top tier. Approaching the 2nd anniversary of his business in a few weeks, Hamilton said that the support towards his brand has been nothing short of encouraging. He recalled that when the business kicked off, his main support came from his family and friends from school. Since then, his brand has grown and saw him receiving support from consumers in different corners of the country. Speaking briefly about his challenges, the young man said there are some marketing issues in order for his brand to captivate a wider audience and introduce something new to the market. “It’s very hard to persuade Guyanese into purchasing something new especially if it was made locally,” he said. However, the young man has been able to overcome this phase by getting more into social media and networking with other businesses owners and local social media influencers. Additionally, he related that he has also worked with local and international artistes who played magnanimous roles in spreading the word about Infallible Couture. Thankful for the support, Hamilton informed this publication that part of his long term goals, is to see Infallible Couture being worn at every event, “to be in every closet and to have stores nationwide, to create jobs for likeminded individuals who also have a passion in the same field.” Persons wearing apparel from ‘Infallible Couture’. Speaking of creating some sort of employment in the near future, our featured entrepreneur is of a belief that small business owners in society are trailblazers to the younger generation, who may want to follow suit. “I strongly believe young entrepreneurs play a massive role in society mainly on the younger generation by being role models and showing the younger ones that there should be nothing stopping them from accomplishing the goals that they strive for,” he said. Some other designs Hamilton has worked on under his brand. Asked what he thinks can be done more in our society to help small businesses grow, he suggested for there to be more hosting of pop-up shows  or expos, for them to have a platform to display their products. Through this, he said, it can help give small businesses more exposure, “we can also be more supportive of each other because local support is scarce.” For persons interested in apparel from Roy Hamilton’s business you can check out his business pages via Instagram @the_infallible_couture, or on TikTok @infallible_couture and you can also contact via WhatsApp on telephone number (592)636-2854. Related Similar Articles