Wow! What took them so long?
August 25, 2008
All CARIFESTA X venues except the National Stadium now Ticket Free
THE CARIFESTA Secretariat yesterday announced that all CARIFESTA X performance venues except for the National Stadium will not require a ticket.
Persons are, however, advised that entry to events will be on a first come, first served basis.
This decision took effect from yesterday. - Guyana Chronicle
It seems like Guyanese living in Guyana can actually get to see and partake in some of the Carifesta festivities. But the question is how many will? According to our sources living in Guyana, Carifesta flames went up in smoke on Friday night where many across the nation and other parts of the Caribbean switched off their television sets in the midst of the proceedings. Moreover, it seems like the Guyana Chronicle and Stabroek News are at odds with each other. Both prints are running opposite stories. Guyana Chronicle staying on the positive side and Stabroek News on the negative side. What’s going on? That’s the question. I’ve watch a few of the videos on YouTube and Stabroek news, and the scenes were as ghetto as ever. If what I saw was not a display of disorganization then, I don’t know what is. But Guyana again is not ready to host any type of regional event at all and I hope other Caribbean nations have noticed the same too. What was Frank Anthony thinking when he thought he support an event of such magnitude? I do hope for the remainder of Carifesta, working Guyanese actually get to attend some of these events because is a time for all Guyanese to enjoy, not the privileged few.
Andrew
The Shameful Truth about Guyana Public Hospitals
July 9, 2008
To those of you who are not living in Guyana please do not believe all that you read in the Newspapers. I am living in Berbice and it’s a different experience living here from what the media and politicians portray.
It is a notorious fact that doctors in Guyana pilfer medications from the Public Hospitals and sell it to patients for thousands of dollars in profits at their own private clinics. When a patient is critical and admitted to the hospital there are no medications. The same doctor will refer you to his private clinic where he administered the hospital’s drug and charge a large sum; those who cannot afford it are left to die in public institutions. This misuse by health personnel and their privileged access to pharmaceuticals has become a very sensitive issue in Guyana. Read more
Recent Caricom Heads Discussion - Wire tapping legislation
April 7, 2008
The focus of the recent Caricom heads meeting was the anti-crime measures to be initiated in the recent surge of crime in the Caribbean with particular highlight of the recent incidents that occurred in Guyana (the Lusignan and Bartica massacre). Numerous ideas were put forth but a key item of discussion is wire tapping. It seems most Caricom members participate in wire tapping however it is not properly regulated. The current legislation of most Caricom members does not cover or properly regulate the use of wire tapping by the local authority. Because of the lack of legislation, most information obtained from wire tapping cannot be used as evidence in a court of law. Read more
The Mighty Sparrow - Barack the Magnificent
April 5, 2008
Trinidadian calypsonian The Mighty Sparrow supports Barack and writes a catchy tune. Read more
Anti Drug Commercial (1987 TTT)
April 3, 2008
Here’s an old anti drug commercial by BWIA. Pretty scary stuff! Read more
“US Admiral says Caribbean possible terrorist thread”
March 31, 2008
Caribbean360 reports the Caribbean as being “potential bases for future terrorist threats to the United States and others in the Americas.” Read more
Caricom plans to hold crime summit in Trinidad early April
March 11, 2008
The Initiative is “to fully explore the crime and security issues facing the Region and to agree to a Strategy and Action Plan to stem the rising tide of violent criminality”. Read more
Trinidad and Tobago will add U.S 38 Million to the Caricom’s U.S 250 Million Regional Development Fund.
March 10, 2008
According to PM Patrick Manning, Trinidad will donate the said amount to the Caricom Regional development Fund. Manning noted “we are making these contributions in circumstances where we are able to afford it. The minute that that affordability questions arise, whether we can afford it or not, then we will have to make adjustments.” Read more
Caribbean Sex Trade
March 6, 2008
Guyana, Suriname, Colombia, Trinidad and Tobago, Brazil and Jamaica are known for intercontinental sex trade more so in the Caribbean and to a lesser extent, internationally. Read more
T&T’s Promised Helicopter has arrived in Guyana but not for Long
March 1, 2008
According to the Stabroek news dated 02/29/2008, the promised helicopter from the government of Trinidad and Tobago has arrived in Guyana. Sources close to the Stabroek news reported that the chopper will be in the hands of Trinidadians while it is in use in Guyana and members of Guyana’s army air corps will serve as support or back up. Moreover, Prime Minister Manning of Trinidad noted that the chopper would be in Guyana for a short while. Read more
Commentary on Trinidad Aiding Guyana
February 24, 2008
How is it possible for Trinidad and Tobago to aid Guyana in crime reduction when Trinidad cannot handle its own? Read more
Trinidad Aids Guyana
February 23, 2008
Trinidad provides arms for Guyana to fight gun violence. Read more
Stand-up Comedian
February 22, 2008
Rawle, a stand-up comedian, talks about Trinidad. Read more
UFO in Trinidad & Tobago?
February 21, 2008
Trinidad and Tobago is an ideal vacation spot. Hot weather, beautiful beaches, gorgeous women, delicious food, soca music (and kidnappings) are all perfect ingredients for anyone to get on bad any time of the year. August 16, 2007, however, would be a little different. Read more
Caricom Hustling to Deal With the Escalating Crime Rate
February 11, 2008
A recent article publish in the Guyana Chronicle dated 02/08/2008 titled “SOLVING CRIME AS A CARICOM PRIORITY” noted the inception of the Caricom inter-Sessional Meeting of Heads of state for 2008 which will focus on the escalating crime rate that is now a staple part of the Caribbean menu. The article notes that Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago and Guyana are among the reigning nations that top the list for murder rates and other serious offences. Read more