By Fabiana Mcklmon The second edition of the Guyana Fashion Showcase is set to take place on October 4 at Castellani House in Georgetown. The event aims to highlight Guyana’s vibrant talent and creativity in the fashion industry. Michelle Cole-Wagner, the Director of the show, shared that the initiative was launched five years ago to […]
By Delicia Janneire Health workers from the hinterland regions recently underwent specialized training in cleft palate speech therapy, facilitated by Smile Train Guyana in partnership with the Georgetown Public Hospital. The training, held from July 21 to 26, focused on equipping healthcare professionals from regions 3, 4, 5, and 9 with advanced skills. Nine therapists […]
By Travis Seymour The National Gymnasium in Guyana will be the venue for the highly anticipated Caribbean Schoolboys and Junior Championships from August 16-18. This year’s event is poised to be the largest ever, according to Steve Ninvalle, President of the Guyana Boxing Association. Ninvalle confirmed that this year’s championship will see a significant increase […]
By Travis Seymour On Wednesday, Ailene Bowman, President of the revived Guyana Netball Association, concluded a month-long introductory camp hosted by her club, Triple A Academy, on the National Park Tarmac. Bowman, a former netball player, has taken on the challenge of revitalizing the sport following her recent appointment. She was entrusted with this mission […]
By Travis Seymour Preparations are in full swing for Guyana’s national women’s hockey team as they prepare to compete in the Pan Am Challenge series set to take place in Bermuda from September 20th to 28th, 2024, at the National Sports Center in Pembroke. Phillips Fernandes, Head of the Guyana Hockey Board, has reported that […]
By Saskia Warrick At the Square of the Revolution, the significance of preserving African heritage for future generations was underscored during a vibrant Libation ceremony held last evening. Participants, dressed in traditional African attire, gathered to honor their ancestors and celebrate the eve of Emancipation. The ceremony featured the ritual pouring of a liquid as […]
By Saskia Warrick The Association of People of African Descent (APAD) is taking steps to boost Guyanese participation in Emancipation celebrations with its first-ever event at the Sophia Exhibition Center. The celebration, aimed at fostering sustainable growth and development of African heritage and culture, was well received by participants. Dr. Ruackal Easton, CEO of APAD, […]
By Samuel Gillis Guyanese gathered at the National Park to celebrate Emancipation Day, showcasing African fashion, artifacts, food, and cultural heritage. The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports, in collaboration with the Museum of African Heritage, presented various artifacts representing African history and legacy. One participant, Koh-hane Eliel, a teacher from the House of Hebrew, […]
By Royan Abrams While celebrating Emancipation in New Amsterdam, Berbice, President Dr. Irfaan Ali unveiled plans for the creation of Guyana’s first National Cultural Market in Palmyra, Region Six. The announcement was made during a vibrant Emancipation programme organized by the Regional Democratic Council in collaboration with OSHAG and the United Bricklayers at the New […]
President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali revealed that Hopetown, West Coast Berbice, will be the location for the 2025 National Emancipation Festival. During the village’s Emancipation celebrations last night, the President emphasized the significance of reflecting on the strength and perseverance of the Afro-Guyanese community. He highlighted plans for a large-scale event aimed at uniting people […]