Dear Editor, “We, the people have won.” – C.B. Jagan The decision of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) this year, to observe the anniversaries of Dr. Cheddi Jagan’s birth and death, under the banner “Man of the People” is most appropriate. It focuses the attention of supporters and other interested Guyanese and the PPP, on the leader’s way of life and his strong ties with the Guyanese working people. Hopefully this would provide a better understanding of Cde. Cheddi /people relation and inspire a greater appreciation. Dr. Jagan, the first…
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Kudos to Radio Guyana for quick action
Dear Editor, I must bring to the public’s attention, something which caught my interest concerning the quick response of the media in the case of a missing person. A few days ago, a relative of mine left home and travelled alone to Bartica, leaving family and friends behind in Georgetown. However, we did not hear from him after many days had passed. We became worried, fearing for his life and ended up visiting various places for assistance. We were driving on Regent Street, Georgetown, when I heard a radio broadcast…
Read MoreTo the editor of the Kaieteur News
Dear Editor, On March 21, 2013, the Kaieteur News carried an article, within which it “quoted” the former Norwegian Minister of the Environment and International Development, Erik Solheim. The Kaieteur News said: “Solheim said, “Guyana is among the most corrupt countries in the world. Jagdeo was steering it like his own farm. They don’t even have a law for public procurements!” This is a lie. Former Minister Solheim never said those words. The Kaieteur News deliberately fabricated this quote. Can the editor of the Kaieteur News please: • Confirm that…
Read MoreIncident at Marudi will not deter Guyanese from coming back home
Dear Editor, Keith Hernandez, of Ontario, Canada, raised a good concern in a previous letter published in the Guyana Times. It was definitely a major disappointment recently to view a video circulating on YouTube that showed the flagrant illegality of some local police officers. However, it would not deter people from visiting Guyana. More and more, the outside world is beginning to see that any kind of negative story is stretched and politicised by certain groups for their own reasons. Statistically, more people, not just returning Guyanese, are coming to…
Read MoreTelling Holding like it is
Dear Editor, Michael Holding some time ago boycotted cricket commentaries because Carl Hooper was chosen by the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) to captain the West Indies team. Before this, Holding declared that cricket should not be played in Guyana because bad weather is always hampering the game there. Yet, in Jamaica, a Test match against England was called off after a few overs, all because the curator did a lousy job. Holding did not say anything then. So his assessment of Clive Lloyd’s non-favour for the WICB’s role of…
Read MoreEmbryo transfer paying great dividends in Guyana’s cattle industry
Dear Editor, To date, 20 calves have been produced through the embryo transfer method, which began in Guyana about a year ago. This is really a wonderful success story for the Agriculture Ministry through its work with the Guyana Livestock Development Authority (GLDA). Embryo transfer is an ever changing and expanding field that started in 1951, but took until the 1970s for the first calf to be commercially produced in England. The commercial embryo transfer industry in North America developed in the early 1970’s with the introduction of exotic European…
Read MoreKaieteur News peddling distortions about radio, TV licences
Dear Editor, The culprits in the opposition who raped our country’s treasury for 28 long years, while denying us the opportunity to access information freely, has once again expressed serious double standards in their bid to grab political power at all costs. Were it not they who advocated for the breaking of the monopoly in radio? Were it not they who wanted more private sector businessmen to invest their monies in the sector, which has been admirably liberalised? Were it not they who gave lip service to the creation of…
Read MoreIt seems like UG will see some positive changes under the new vice chancellor
Dear Editor, Maybe an education revolution is about to take place, according to the University of Guyana (UG) vice chancellor. Earning a post-secondary degree or credential is no longer just a pathway to opportunity for the talented few. Rather, it is a prerequisite for the growing jobs of the new world order. In recent years, employment in jobs requiring education beyond a high school diploma has grown, and this is ever increasing. All of the fastest growing occupations require post secondary education. With the average earnings of college graduates at…
Read MoreMen and women are equal beings
Dear Editor, The chair of the Women and Gender Equality Commission believes that men should be included in national discussions in order to bring an end to violence against women. I do agree, but this is easier said than done. Men are conditioned into a superior mode and to correct this fallacy is really a Herculean task. Even as Guyana joined the rest of the world in observing International Women’s Day, it is time for action to end violence against women. However, my concern is that of the mindset –…
Read MoreGuyanese in the diaspora are concerned about police brutality
Dear Editor, For the past 15 years, I have been visiting Guyana on a regular basis and have always enjoyed the beautiful weather, the delicious food, the numerous fruits and the warm reception of the Guyanese people. I am quite proud of the country having six races with their diverse cultures and how they normally live in harmony. While visits to countries in the south are very relaxing, after experiencing cold weather in North America, nothing beats heading home and spending several weeks with relatives and friends – something I…
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