Guyana Fire Service urges public to end open burning ahead of El Niño dry spell
THE Guyana Fire Service (GFS) is asking residents in all ten administrative regions to stop burning garbage and grass as the country heads into the dry conditions associated with the El Niño weather pattern. In an advisory issued by Chief Fire Officer Gregory Wickham, the GFS said higher temperatures and dried-out vegetation can allow a […]
King Charles’ visit
The visit of King Charles III to Guyana presents an important opportunity to strengthen a relationship that has evolved over six decades, moving beyond its historical foundations to embrace a modern partnership built on trade, environmental protection, investment and shared prosperity. As Guyana welcomes the British monarch for his first visit in 26 years, […]
Biodiversity finance is not double payment – it is recognition of a greater conservation responsibility
Dear Editor, THE Kaieteur News’ Peeping Tom column of October 26, 2026, titled “Questions for the Global Biodiversity Alliance”, raises an important and legitimate question about environmental financing, particularly the need to demonstrate additional value when seeking payments for biodiversity conservation alongside existing carbon credits. This is a useful contribution to the discussion, and the […]
Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett: From my classroom to the national stage
Dear Editor, MY memories of Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett go back to my final year at the Santa Rosa Primary School. At the time, she was simply Miss Lyn Rodrigues, as we called her, a young teacher from Moruca beginning her journey in education. Like many of us from the area, she was a daughter of Santa […]
Co-operation deserves engagement, not reflexive suspicion
Dear Editor, DR. BHARRAT Jagdeo’s recent call for greater political co-operation represents a welcome and necessary challenge to the divisions that have constrained Guyana’s development for generations. His reflections on past efforts to bridge the political divide demonstrate a willingness to acknowledge history, learn from missed opportunities and envision a more inclusive political future. Mr. […]
Labuschagne’s form hits record low but Australia hint at future
MARNUS Labuschagne has been front and centre for an era of Australian cricket. Chirping, chewing and, with bat in hand, often appearing to idolise and mimic his team-mate Steve Smith. Smith has been ruled out of the enthralling decisive Test against South Africa with a neck injury. Without him, Australia wanted their number three […]
IMC Over-40 World Cup Pakistan qualify for final with two-wicket win over England
By Frederick Halley PAKISTAN became the first team to qualify for the final of the International Masters Cricket (IMC) Over-40 World Cup after registering a thrilling two-wicket victory over England at the Guyana National Stadium yesterday. In a relatively low-scoring affair, the Pakistanis huffed and puffed their way to the required 206, losing eight wickets […]
High-octane motorcycle grid set for explosive South Dakota showdown at Caribbean Clash of Champions
THE throttle is wide open and paddock tension is reaching boiling point as nearly 30 riders prepare to storm the South Dakota Circuit this Sunday, November 1, across a blockbuster programme featuring the 1000cc, 600cc, and Street Bike classes. With regional supremacy on the line at the Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club’s (GMR&SC) Caribbean […]
Wrexham fined for fielding ineligible players
WREXHAM have been fined £75,000 – of which £25,000 is suspended – by the English Football League after two incidents of fielding ineligible players this season. The EFL ruled that Issa Kabore and Callum O’Hare were ineligible to feature in Wrexham’s games against Birmingham and Millwall, respectively. Kabore came off the bench in Wrexham’s […]
Vice-President T20 Softball Cup… Women’s category set for centre stage today
THE third edition of the Vice-President T20 Softball Cup swings into gear today with the women’s category taking centre stage at four separate venues around Georgetown. Matches, which will be contested over 15 overs, will see Namebrand/Corriverton opposing Bacchus X1 at the Muslim Youth Organisation (MYO) with Patrick Edwards being the umpire, Number 64 Knight […]
