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The country’s Premier Basketball League returns next month Jul 21, 2024 Sports Minister of Sports, Charles Ramson, Director of Sports Steve Ninvalle, Assistant DoS Franklin Wilson, GABA Head Jermaine Slater and technical staff share photo with representative from teams at the launch …One Guyana Basketball League officially launched Kaieteur Sports – Following the success of its inaugural season, the One Guyana Premier Basketball League is set to make an even bigger splash with its second edition, scheduled for mid-August. The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports (MCY&S), in collaboration with the Georgetown Amateur Basketball Association (GABA), officially launched the event at the National Gymnasium on Friday. The launch event was a well-attended affair, featuring both familiar and new faces. Key attendees included GABA President Jermaine Slater, Director and Assistant Director of Sports Steve Ninvalle and Franklin Wilson, and the league’s concept creator, Minister of CY&S, Charles Ramson Jr. In its first season, the Kitty/Campbellville Ravens emerged victorious, securing the championship title and a grand prize of one million dollars after an intense series of approximately 52 games. The upcoming season promises to be even more competitive and structured. Minister Charles Ramson Jr. highlighted that the initial tournament featured sixteen formidable teams competing over a seven-month period. This year, the league has been streamlined to include 10 teams, with the inclusion of the Mambas Basketball team. GABA head Jermaine Slater (standing) speaking from the head table at the launch of the 2024 Premier League With a revamped sponsorship structure, each team will be paired with a sponsor, enhancing the league’s appeal and brand. Minister Ramson emphasized the ministry’s commitment to elevating the league to a more professional level, where teams will compete not only for trophies and prize money but also to earn a living from their passion. “Inclusion in the league should not be taken for granted,” Minister Ramson stated. Automatic qualification will no longer guarantee a spot. Teams’ preparation, organization, and execution will be closely scrutinized, as many teams are eager to join the league. “Strong teams will always beat teams with star players. With this mindset, the league is set to build a stronger brand and a more attractive competition,” Minister Ramson added. The GABA, in collaboration with MCY&S, is gearing up to launch another exciting edition of the premier first-division league in mid-August. The official date will be announced in a forthcoming publication. Related Similar Articles

Malli Enchanted Balloon and Gift Studio Jul 21, 2024 Features / Columnists, News, Waterfalls Magazine, Young entrepreneurs “As a young entrepreneur or someone looking to get into business, the first step you need to take is look around and see what is needed and what is being underserved or what people need and they are not really getting enough of and that’s when you have to fit in, that’s where your importance come in because people actually need your service or your products.” By Allyiah Allicock Waterfalls Magazine – If you have ever came across Malli Enchanted Balloon and Gift Studio when getting someone that unique gift packages, then it safe to say you have good taste. Young Entrepreneur, Omallia Thorington Malli Enchanted Balloon and Gift Studio were birthed by a young and talented mother, Omallia Thorington who has a knack for all things arts and crafts. Currently employed at the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA), Thorington initially started her business venture mid-2020. In an exclusive interview with The Waterfalls, she recalled at first her business was just  Malli Enchanted a lingerie shop, but in November 2020 she moved away from that and started offering gift boxes and baskets to workplaces for their Christmas events. She decided that creating the gift boxes was something she loves doing, and shortly after started adding balloon arrangement to the list, and not just any balloon packages but “enchanted” ones which tend to leave a lasting impression on the recipient. Malli Enchanted Balloon and Gift Studio which is a registered business is basically a creative gift store which gives you the option to go with the balloon arrangements or a simple gift package. When asked what inspired her to start the gift business, Thorington said it was her initial lingerie shop that motivated her. The entrepreneur recalled that back in 2020, her friends used to ask her to prepare gift packages for them. “I used to come up with the idea to put in a body spray or a chocolate or a rose or something to just make up the gift so that I would say was sort of a motivation…Then, one day I just saw a post with some men gift boxes and the boys were just sharing this thing and they were like they would like for somebody to give them something like this etcetera and that motivated me,” she told this magazine. To better her craft, Thorington explained that she would watch YouTube videos where she would learn about the different techniques you can use in making the arrangements and also the balloons marquees. Having been in business for some years now, the young woman expressed that support for her work has been good and encouraging. “I don’t have any complains about Guyanese people supporting me and paying the price that I would call because you  know its craft and it takes time so I don’t have anything negative to say everything has its own market and I already figured what is my market  I stick to that,” she related. Speaking about her challenges, she disclosed that it has been juggling her business, work, studies and most importantly being a mother a one-year-old. She added that currently she is in her second year pursing a degree in Supply Chain and Logistics at the University of Guyana. She confessed that though it can be demanding at times, she assured that she still makes it her duty to meet her customers’ needs. To this end, Thorington said while her business is growing she is opened to anyone or persons that is willing to assist her with the operations of her business. “I’m also looking for someone or persons, young people who are willing to maybe learn the craft or already know that they like craft that would like to work along with me because it really gets hard on me and I would really like to delegate or to have assistance in certain ways,” she stated. Nonetheless proud of her journey, the young woman detailed that her long term goal is to expand her brand. She said in the near future she wants to start doing party décor and décors for wedding and other special events. Importantly she is looking to open up her own store front and it is something in the making already. Packages Malli Enchanted Balloon and Gift Studio has to offer. Meanwhile, when asked what her view is on the role of small business owners in our country, she commented that they contribute in their own way towards the development of our nation. She continued, “as a young entrepreneur or someone looking to get into business, the first step you need to do is look around and see what is needed and what is being underserved or what people need and they are not really getting enough of and that’s when you have to fit in, that’s where your importance come in because people actually need your service or your products.” For persons interested in placing an order to Malli Enchanted Balloon and Gift Studio, you can find them on Facebook and Instagram under their business name. Related Similar Articles

Defending champ Ballers Empire to battle Jetty Gunners in the final Jul 21, 2024 Sports Guinness ‘Greatest of the Streets’ West/East Bank Demerara Kaieteur Sports – Defending champion Ballerz Empire will battle first-time finalist Jetty Gunners for the Guinness ‘Greatest of the Streets’ West/East Bank Demerara crown on July 26th, following semifinal wins on Saturday evening. Hosted at the Pouderoyen Tarmac, the Ballerz Empire bested Cayenne Massive 3-0. Solomon Austin recorded the only conversion of the first half as he found the back of the net in the third minute. Dorwin George then sealed the outcome as he recorded a ‘Guinness Goal (GG) [a goal scored in the final three minutes counts as two] in the 38th minute. They will now oppose Jetty Gunners, who squeaked past the three-time champion Showstoppers 2-1 on penalty kicks in the second semifinal fixture after regulation and extra time ended scoreless. Showstoppers commenced the shootout in the form of Dexroy Adams, who converted. Jermin Junior then equalised for Jetty Gunners as he calmly slotted home. Showstoppers then failed to convert from the distance as Stephon Jupiter rolled his effort wide of the lower right corner. Jetty Gunners would then capitalise on their opponent’s failure to seal the win as Kevin Cummings scored. The losing teams will contest the third-place playoff. Complete Results Semifinal 1 Ballerz Empire-3 vs. Cayenne Massive-0 Solomon Austin-3rd Dorwin George-GG-38th Semifinal 2 Showstoppers-0 vs. Jetty Gunners-0 Jetty Gunners won 2-1 on penalty kicks Related Similar Articles

Demerara Mutual, Metro and SuperBet support 2024 Kares One Guyana T10 Jul 21, 2024 Sports SuperBet Guyana Operations Manager Tariq Kerrett (left) and Romario Samaroo of FL Sport Kaieteur Sports – SuperBet Guyana, Metro Office & Computer Supplies, and Demerara Mutual Life Assurance Society Limited were the latest corporate entities to support the second edition of the Kares One Guyana T10 Tapeball Blast. 32 of the top teams in the country will battle at venues in Georgetown and East Coast Demerara next month. At recent handing-over ceremonies, representatives from the companies expressed delight in supporting the tournament, given it reaches the communities and families and offers a “bottom-up approach” to the development of cricket. In addition to noting their corporate social responsibility, the companies noted that they were impressed with the quality of the 2023 tournament. The stakes are higher than ever, with a larger prize pool this year. The winning team will take home a whopping G$1.5 million, with G$500,000 and G$250,000 going to the runner-up and losing semifinalists, respectively. The tournament opens on August 3 with matches at the Police Sports Club, Queen’s College Ground, and Lusignan Sports Club. The round of 16 follows the opening day with matches at Police and Lusignan. Matches will be played at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM on both days. The eight remaining teams will battle at the Enmore Community Centre on August 11 for a spot in the semi-finals and final, which will be held on August 25 at the National Stadium. Kares Engineering, Banks DIH, Star Rentals, Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, Montra Restaurant & Lounge, Building Expo 2024, Premier Insurance, ENet, Avinash Contracting and Scrap Metal Inc., Trophy Stall, ANSA McAL Distribution, RS53 RestoBar & Lounge, Jacobs Jewellery & Pawn Shop, and First Change Builders Inc. General Marine, Samaroo Investments, Coel’s Boutique are the other sponsors on board thus far. Related Similar Articles

Football fraternity at home and abroad mourns passing of former national player Jul 21, 2024 Sports Kaieteur Sports – One week ago, former national football player Carlyle Hunte aged 58, and his grandson, nine year-old Malique Roberts, were killed when his car was involved in an accident on the Linden Soesdyke Highway. His sudden passing has sent shockwaves at home and abroad as several former football players and officials zeroed in on this loss to football locally. Carlyle Hunte Among those touched by Hunte’s death was Technical Director of the Guyana Football Federation (GFF) Brian Joseph, who played under his tutelage during the 1990s when they were teammates at Milerock FC out of Linden. “I remember spending many, many years playing with him, being under his leadership, both as a senior player and as a captain. He is one of the few who I am proud of that has made the transition from playing at a high level and being on the national team, representing the nation and then after investing all those years as a player, giving in the latter years of his life giving back as a coach,” TD Joseph said Further Joseph explained: “It’s tragic the way he died, my strongest condolences to his family. I know his personality alone would tell you what type of family man he was. Very committed years to his wife, they did that business until it became kind of a household name in Linden, synonymous with pastries etc. so I am proud of what he was able to achieve while he was alive. Now I hope that his relatives, his family, his friends would celebrate him for just being a wonderful guy who enjoyed life and was a blessing to be around.” Upper Demerara Football Association (UDFA) president Wainwright Bethune said, “It is a very emotional moment for me. I remember during the days of us playing football, he actually used to play for Milerock and I was with Botafago and as an opponent, he used to look at me and say Bethune you know I think you could be a much better footballer if you played defense, those days I used to play strike. And I never listened to him until the latter days of my football career when he started coaching Winners Connection, I was a defender then, and he always said to me you see now, if in the younger days, you had listened to me you would have gone further in your football career. And he was right because, you know, I was a much better defender than a striker.” The UDFA boss said: “I would like to send out sincere condolences to his wife, his children, siblings, and all relatives, this is on behalf of myself, family and the UDFA. Also, condolences to the Huntes, the Fields andd his entire family.” Out of the Turks and Caicos, former football coach in the mining town, Rawle Gill, when reached said: “The victories, defeats and shared moments became the tapestry of a life well lived. Determination is the cornerstone of achievements, he was very determined and a great leader. He made his teammates see what they can be, rather than what they are. A humble champion. His impact was everlasting, leaving a mark on the hearts and minds of those he touched.” England-based former national player and coach during the period of the 1990s, Ivan Persaud, noted, “Only a few days ago I texted him to see how he is doing.  I tried my best to keep in touch with all the players to see how they are doing. This is a sad period for me, and I know for all the players of Milerock, we lost our “big man.” To his family and friends, I would like to give my deepest sympathy and may his soul rest in peace.” The last unit that Carlyle Hunte represented was the Linden Realest Masters Organisation. President of that body Garfield ‘Snooks’ Shepherd said: “He was a very good football player, played with the Milerock FC and won a lot of trophies and competitions. After he coached Milerock, he branched off to coach Winners Connection and won competitions as a coach. He then joined the Linden Realest Masters which won a competition also. Condolences to his immediate family.” Kayode McKinnon of Topp XX FC, presently living in the United States, remembered Hunte playing back in the days. “As a young footballer coming up in Linden, I would sneak my way into Mackenzie Sports Club to watch the older boys. I thought they were amazing because of the passion and ambition. I am grateful to have witnessed Carlyle play in those fixtures. My greatest memory will forever be the humility and the respect that Carlyle always demonstrated.  That is something that all of us should strive to be.” Related Similar Articles

GNBS URGES VERIFICATION OF TANKER WAGONS TO ENSURE CONFORMANCE Jul 21, 2024 Features / Columnists, GNBS, News, Waterfalls Magazine GNBS IN FOCUS Waterfalls Magazine – The safety, accuracy and reliability of tanker wagons are crucial for transporting bulk fuel from terminals to gas stations and other customers countrywide. To ensure the highest standards are met, it is imperative that all tanker wagons be verified by the Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS) in accordance with the 1981 Weights and Measures Act. Further, as the National Measurement Institute (NMI), the GNBS is responsible for maintaining and enforcing measurement standards that safeguard the public, protect the environment, and promote fair-trade practices. Owners of these vehicles are encouraged to obtain a copy of the National Standard – GYS 512-2016 – “Requirements for the transport of petroleum and petroleum products by road tanker wagons” from the GNBS. According to the document, a tanker wagon is defined as a composite unit consisting of a propelling motor and cab together with one or more tanks fixed to a chassis such that bulk transportation of petroleum can be done. Tanker wagons transport petroleum products including gasoline, diesel and kerosene from the main bulk fuel terminals to gas stations and other customers countrywide. These tankers are either owned by the main distributors of fuel or by private fuel dealers, including proprietors of gas stations. In the first half of 2024, the GNBS successfully verified a total of 126 tanker wagons and has commenced verification for the second half of the year. These tanker wagons are verified initially when imported into Guyana and subsequently done on a yearly basis to facilitate the renewal of licenses from the Guyana Energy Agency (GEA). GNBS Inspectors and Weights and Measures Officers conduct verification of Road Tanker Wagons (RTWs)to determine the carrying volume of each compartment. Notably, compartments should not retain more than two litres of fuel when drained. Checks are also made to the integrity of internal and external valves. An accident that alters the tanker wagons’ volume or fixtures also requires verification. The National Standard requires the GNBS to inspect and retest the tanker before use if it has dents, corrosion or leakages, has been in an accident, has been out of service for over a year, or has not been used safely. The specification requires internal inspection, lining inspection, pressure, leakage and thickness test requirements. The National Standard also covers general safety and accident-reduction design. Safety equipment including fire extinguishers, warning signs, placards, and illumination are listed. Additionally, due to the flammability of the materials being transported, tanker wagon operators must receive first aid and fire fighting training on loading and offloading. Further, a contingency plan is also required. Owners and operators of RTWs should acquire a copy of this National Standard and take the necessary steps to meet its requirements to limit the risk of verification and inspection failure. They are also encouraged to regularly inspect and maintain their equipment to ensure safety, environmental preservation, regulatory compliance, and public trust. For further information, please contact the GNBS on telephone numbers: 219-0065, 219-0066 or WhatsApp: 692-4627 Related Similar Articles

Mr. India Guyana Competition 2024 slated November  Jul 21, 2024 News, Waterfalls Magazine Mr. India Guyana 2023 winners Waterfalls Magazine – The Mr. India Guyana competition, celebrating its third year, is slated for November and promises to be a milestone event. For the first time, the competition will be hosted independently, reflecting its growing popularity and significance. Unlike previous years where it was blended with the Miss, Mrs., and Teen India Guyana competitions, Mr. India Guyana will now have its own exclusive night of competition. This year’s event is open to single men aged 18 to 30, marking an extension of the age category to encourage more participants. This new age range is designed to provide opportunities for a broader spectrum of young men to showcase their talents and advocate for important issues. Applications are currently open and will close on August 10th. The Mr. India Guyana competition has evolved into a prestigious national pageant, distinct from the Miss, Mrs., and Teen India Worldwide umbrella. Founded by Guyanese franchise holder Hashim Alli, the competition was established to provide a platform for young men of Indian origin to advocate for various issues and promote cultural heritage. This pageant aims to highlight the rich cultural traditions and the contemporary talents of Indian-descended Guyanese, offering a unique platform for personal and professional growth. The last two pageants have been resounding successes, with Mario Moonsammy crowned as the first Mr. India Guyana and Anthony Singh as the most recent titleholder. Their journeys have inspired many young men in Guyana, demonstrating the impact and reach of this esteemed competition. Participants will compete in several segments, including health and fitness, talent, evening attire, ethnic attire, introduction, and the final question round. These segments are designed to showcase the contestants’ versatility, cultural pride, and advocacy skills. Each segment is crafted to challenge and highlight the unique attributes and capabilities of the contestants, ensuring a well-rounded and dynamic competition. This year’s Mr. India Guyana competition promises to be an exciting and inspiring event. We encourage all eligible young men to seize this opportunity to shine, advocate for important causes, and celebrate their heritage on a national stage. The platform not only elevates personal profiles but also serves as a beacon for cultural advocacy and leadership among young men. Join us in November for a night of culture, talent, and excellence as we celebrate the third anniversary of the Mr. India Guyana competition. This landmark event is set to be a grand celebration of heritage, talent, and advocacy, promising an unforgettable experience for participants and spectators alike. Related Similar Articles