WI stay in contention with win over Canada despite Crandon’s masterclass
–Front runners England suffer first defeat to India By Frederick Halley TWO former West Indies batsmen, both originating from the county of Berbice, one from the winning team and the other unfortunately from the losing side, stole the spotlight when the International Masters Cricket (IMC) Over-40 tournament continued at various grounds in Guyana yesterday. In […]
Glowing tributes as Guyanese Pandit receives Arya Samaj’s prestigious award
HE has been described as “a true champion of Arya Samaj, a light in our Diaspora, the ultimate Guyanese Baboo, and my extraordinary uncle” by attorney-at-law Roger Sawh, who had the distinct pleasure of introducing Pandit Virjanand Joe Jaglall as the 2026 recipient of its Annual Award for his humanitarian and selfless work within the […]
A helping hand
Local advocate’s selfless acts NO stranger to hard work, sacrifice, and faith, Sharon Austin had a hard life, but a good upbringing taught her kindness and compassion for others early on. Austin believes this quality helped her see life differently, accept what she can’t control, and show kindness and compassion without expecting anything in return. […]
21 Years of Dedication, Passion and Inspiring Young Minds
SEPTEMBER was Education Month, celebrated under the theme: “From Classrooms to Communities, Education Transforms Lives.” Pepperpot Magazine has been featuring our educators, and this week we highlight Miss Joy Harripaul of Novar Primary School, a dedicated, respected teacher who has served her community well. Born on January 26, 1980, in Mahaicony, East Coast Demerara, Miss […]
Occupational Safety and Health Officer Calls for a Stronger Safety Culture in Guyana
Her Voice for Safety Reaches from Region Three and Beyond By Andrea Hendricks FOR Christa Simmons, safety is not simply a workplace requirement. It is a responsibility that connects her professional life, community service, and ongoing commitment to the people of Region Three. At 41, Simmons, who hails from Den Amstel, serves as an Occupational […]
Dubito, Ergo Cogito, Ergo Sum
– How Antoine-Léonard Thomas expanded Descartes’ famous argument, and what doubt reveals about the mind, the self and existence I CAME across an interview with Anne Carson, the Nobel Prize-winning poet and writer, in which she discussed the French philosopher René Descartes and his famous declaration, “I think, therefore I am.” Something about the […]
Ways of Seeing: On Go Fish: Go In De Pack by Makeda Braithwaite Pt 1
CARD games are not merely metaphors for leisure and Sunday-afternoon amusement, as the title of Makeda Braithwaite’s debut poetry collection, Fish: Go In de Pack, might suggest. Instead, the collection explores the many ways of being in the world, the major and minor chords of human experience. Here, a quick-witted, perceptive talent at work draws […]
YOUR SUCCESS WILL ATTRACT MANY FOLLOWERS
WHEN people fail, we can get stuck in cycles of negative thoughts and believe success isn’t possible. The truth is, success is within reach if we honestly assess ourselves and put in the work to grow and overcome. When we are pushed to our limit, we often break through. To get there, we must stay […]
Can I say “I don’t know”?
FOR those of us who frequent social media sites, especially to watch short-form video content, “Vox Pops”, more commonly known as “Street Interviews”, are becoming increasingly familiar. In about 30 minutes of scrolling, we may encounter at least one of these highly entertaining videos where a charismatic interviewer stops a random person in public to […]
FALLING IN LOVE WITH YOU
THE Business Expo at Providence was a three-day event where businesses showcased their products and services to boost sales. The dynamic environment featured attractive, innovative displays that drew enthusiastic crowds. I was a large-scale cash crop farmer from Canal No. 1, and my booth, with the slogan “Farming Feeds A Nation”, was a major attraction […]
