The South Rupununi Conservation Society has won the St. Andrews Prize for the Environment 2026. This is their story.
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Kaiya Challenges Modern Romance with New Single “In Public”
Guyanese singer/performer Kaiya has done it again! This time with her hit single "In Public." But why "In Public" and…
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Guyanese Man Laughs in the Face of Death
A Guyanese Man, Damian Jagroop, decided to challenge the status quo by chopping the dreaded silk cotton tree. He committed…
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Castellani House to Feature Eight Talented Guyanese Artists this October
Be sure to catch in on this exciting national event held in Georgetown which seeks to promote, uplift, and support…
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It Takes a Village to Raise a Child…But
This powerful piece of writing was gleaned from the Facebook Page of Guyanese animal advocate Varsha Ramlakhan. In it she…
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Cake and Bread, A Nostalgic Political Story
Published: 18th of June, 2025 by Patrick Carpen During my childhood, in the late 1980s and early 90s, we use…
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Mr. Telford Layne Congratulates His Son
Mr. Telford Layne is a prominent Guyanese writer and social media personality. He is also the author of "The True…
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Tafari Layne Turns 19
Earlier this year, we featured Mr. Telford Layne as our father of the year in our article, Mr. Telford Layne…
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Guidelines for Interacting with Members of the Guyana Police Force
The Guyana Police Force has a sworn and noble duty to maintain law and order in the country of Guyana.…
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Guyanese Born Kaiya is Now an International Music Sensation
Born in Georgetown, the capital city of Guyana, Keisha Thomas, who goes by the stage name, Kaiya, is making waves…
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Remembering Meshach Pierre
I wrote this poem in honor of Meshach Pierre, the 30 year old successful Guyanese biologist, photographer, and conservation specialist…
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In Memory of Lance Corporal Christopher Andre
Guyana Defense Force service member, 26080 Lance Corporal Christopher Andre, died at his home at St. Ignatius Village, Rupununi, Region…
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Rupununi Resident, Ivan Atkinson, Passes On
Mr. Atkinson led a long and meaningful life in the Rupununi and is widely recognized and celebrated for being a…
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Shakira Baksh-Caine, of St. Cuthbert’s Mission, Region 4, Has Made Her Country Proud
A simple country girl from humble beginnings, Shakira Baksh-Caine went on to do great things with her life. She is…
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The Story of the Guyanese Man Who Came Back from the Dead – Literally
This story was first published in 2016 by the Guyana Chronicle, a State Owned media house in Guyana, South America.…
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Meet GSA Featured Father of the Year 2024, Dr. Telford Layne
Being a father means much more than seeding a child. It's a gigantic, God-given responsibility that at the same time…
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Quer Beber (I want to drink) by Pepe Moreno
Pepe Moreno is a famous Brazilian singer who made several tours across Guyana. Although he is most popular in Region…
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Meet Talented Guyanese Artist, Roann Pierre
Talented Guyanese artist, Roann Pierre, was born in Charity, Essequibo, Region 2, Guyana, South America. The youngest of five siblings,…
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The Guyana/Brazil Free Zone – a Beautiful Blend of Two Cultures
The Guyana/Brazil free zone or "defined area" extends from the Kurupukari Crossing in Region 8 all the way to Bonfim…
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Meet Talented Emerging Guyanese Singer, Cece Gonsalves
Talented, emerging Guyanese singer, CeCe Gonsalves, was born in the capital city of Georgetown 22 years ago. She grew up…
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The True Meaning of Boxing Day
On the 26th of December each year, Guyanese celebrate Boxing Day. It is a National Holiday. The origin and significance…
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The Story Behind the Christmas Holiday
According to Christian theology, a Messiah was promised after the fall of man in the Garden of Eden. This Messiah…
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A Kanaima Killed My Dad – by Anonymous Contributor
On the 19th of September, 2023, we posted an article on our Facebook page entitled, "The Kanaima - Folklore or…
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My Experience with the Kanaima by Mandy Lewis
A young woman, Ms. Mandy Lewis, who grew up in Guyana, but who now resides overseas, has been kind enough…
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Amerindian Heritage Month Message from the South Rupununi District Council
This Amerindian Heritage Month message was published in September, 2020 by the South Rupununi District Council. Three years later, the…
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Who is the Girl in this Picture?
A few days ago, we made a Facebook post using the picture above of a little girl holding a painting…
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The Ingenious Indigenous by Aaron Gangadeen
This beautiful artwork along with the text explanation posted below was sent in by one of our fans, Guyanese Aaron…
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Moving a Wooden House Using Tractor and Trailer
Did you know...that in the country of Guyana, South America, they sometimes use a tractor and trailer to move a…
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Guyanese Born, Dr. Sue Ojageer, is Making Waves in the US Pharmaceutical Industry
Born in the town of New Amsterdam in the ancient county of Berbice, Guyana, South America, Dr. Sue Ojageer is…
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Religion in Guyana
If you have ever wondered what is religion like in Guyana, you have come to the right place because we're…
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What is Bina and How Does it Work?
Please Note: Cover photo is a placeholder photo and does not show an actual photo of a “bina plant.” Published:…
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A Mother’s Unfathomable Love: the Story of Nadia and Aditya Budwah
The story of the young Guyanese woman, Nadia Budwah, and her son, Aditya, is a true story of pure love,…
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Making Spanish Compulsory for Students at Primary Level is a Great Move by President Ali
President of Guyana, Dr. Irfaan Ali, announced today, Wednesday 12th of July, 2023, that Spanish will be made compulsory for…
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Unconditional Love from Man’s Best Friend?
This youth of Region 9 is said to have suffered mental health problems and lost his mind after using excessive…
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Meet Mr. Eustace Abraham, AKA the Guyanese Robocop, Founder and CEO of Cyborg Protection Services
Robocop recently came into the spotlight after he stepped in and saved a police officer who was being brutally beaten…
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Past Student Reflects on Life at St. Ignatius Secondary School Dorm
Dormitories, called "dorms" for short, in Guyana, and perhaps also in other parts of the world, are constructed in the…
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Meet Guyanese Novelist and Scriptwriter, Geeta Outar Sirjoo
Born the Garden City of Georgetown in the 1960s, novelist and scriptwriter, Geeta Outar Sirjoo migrated in her late teens…
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Swimmer Daniel Claxton Aspires to Take Guyana to the 2024 Olympics!
Growing up in under-equipped Guyana, South America has presented quite a few challenges to ambitious swimmer Daniel Claxton, but in…
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Daughter of Berbician Farmer Finds Her Passion in Painting
The young daughter of a Berbician couple who earn their living through farming has stumbled upon a new passion: painting.…
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The Story of Jim Fouler and the Harpy Eagle
In photo we have Jim Fouler who visited the Rupununi in the year 1959. While here, he climbed some of…
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American Born, Jennifer Lawrence, Falls in Love with Guyana
Jennifer Lawrence, a US citizen, travelled to Guyana on a Study Abroad Program. She visited Yupukari Village - a place…
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Twelve Years Ago, Sarah Hakh Made Her Country Proud…What is She Doing Today?
Ten years ago, she made her country proud. In 2012, Sarah Hakh was the Caribbean's best overall CXC student copping…
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Meet Talented Guyanese Artist, Denesha Thomas
Denesha Thomas, an Indigenous girl of the Arawak Tribe, was born and raised in Wakapoa village, Lower Pomeroon River, Region…
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Talented Region 9 Artist Seeks Opportunities, Jobs, and Sponsorship
A talented Guyanese artist who hails from the village of Karasabai in Region 9 has reached out to this publication…
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Mr. Ivan Alexander Johnson: A Rupununi Pioneer
Mr. Ivan Alexander Johnson (Sr), who completed his long and fruitful earthly journey in December 2017, was doubtless one of…
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John Edmund Lee, AKA Jungle Dan, is a Rising Star in the Local Music Industry
Now just 23 years old, John Edmund Lee, AKA Jungle Dan, was born in the town of Lethem in Region…
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Businessman Wishes Daughter a Happy Birthday
Everyday, men across Guyana and the world wish their children happy birthday as they reach another milestone in their journey…
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Turning My Passion into Profits by Tromain David
There is a saying that goes, "find a job you love, and you will never have to work another day…
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Music Video: Our Land, Our Life by Galina Edmund
Our Land, Our Life is a beautiful song astoundingly performed by Guyanese singer/performer Galina Edmund. The song, presented in the…
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Meet Veteran Tour Guide and Nature Enthusiast, Wayne Augusto Mann
Wayne Augusto Mann was born in Georgetown, Guyana, South America. His mother is of indigenous/European descent and his father, Afro-Guyanese.…
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Local Gospel Singer, Righteous Kid, Presents “Never Leave Me”
Guyanese gospel singer/evangelist, Emmanuel Dasrat, who goes by the stage name "Righteous Kid," delivers a heartwarming rendition of his creation,…
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Music: Local Gospel Singer Launches New Song in Local Creolese Dialect
A Guyanese gospel singer/evangelist who goes by the stage name "Righteous Kid" has launched a new single called "Brand New…
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What is Guyanese Creolese?
The Creolese Language is a form of substandard English spoken by people across the Caribbean in countries that were once…
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Meet Aurelia Ibrahim – Guyana’s 14-Year-Old Published Author
The success of Aurelia Ibrahim at such a young age in one of the world's most competitive and challenging fields…
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Can Guyana’s Major Races Unite or Just Get Along? – by Dr. John Sumner
At a very young age, no more than a wee 12 years old, I learned a valuable lesson that would…
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Meet Caleb Benjamin – the University Student who is a Professional Photographer on the Side
Caleb Benjamin is presently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree at the University of Guyana, but on the side, he has developed…
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Guyanese Born Author Releases Inspiring Children’s Book
A young Guyanese woman living in the Bronx has published her first children's book, which, aside from being beautifully illustrated…
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Meet 11-Year-Old Art Enthusiast, Deshonna London
Guyana is a breeding ground for talent, and in this article, we're going to feature an eight year old who…
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Guyanese Born Denise D’Aguiar Shares Her Experience as an English Teacher in Brazil
Born in Queenstown on the Essequibo Coast of Guyana, Denise completed her secondary education at the North Georgetown Secondary School.…
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Practicing at Her Own Private Clinic in St. Lucia, Dr. Celia McConnel’s Story Truly Inspires
Following through with a childhood dream can be a challenge. We often get distracted. For many people, these fiery dreams…
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Meet Stan Brock, the Founder of Remote Area Medical
Although Stan Brock spent nearly two decades of his life managing a cattle ranch in the Rupununi, he had traveled…
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Farouk “De Fyrishman” Aims to Promote Love and Unity through Chutney Music
Chutney music is a fusion of several genres of music including Indian Folk Music, Bollywood Music, soca music, and Caribbean…
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Berlinda Tells Heartwarming Story of Pet Tapir, Duane
Berlinda Francis, of Katoonarib Village in the South Rupununi Savannahs of Guyana, South America is a farmer, cook, and small…
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Rupununi Artist, Jerry Marco, is a Talented Guyanese
Jerry Marco is a talented youth from the Rupununi Savannahs of Guyana. As you can see from his paintings below,…
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Indian Arrival Day is Celebrated on the 5th of May Each Year
The first people to have arrived in Guyana were the Amerindians who came from Asia via the Berring Straight supposedly…
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A Non-Conventional Arrival Day Message – by Dr. Josh Kanhai
The conventional Arrival Day message seeks to glorify the East Indians' arrival in Guyana and to celebrate the achievements and…
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My Arrival Day Sentiments are Bitter/Sweet – by Romona Chanderballi
As mentioned in our previous article, Indian Arrival Day, the attitude of the descendants of colonized East Indians of British…
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As I Reflect: An Arrival Day Story by Mr. Frank Satnarine
My great, great grandparents were the first batch of Coolies who came from India and settled in Guyana in 1838.…
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The Baccoo
I personally have never seen a baccoo, nor have I seen evidence of it, nor do I want to. But…
Read MoreThe Kanaima – Folklore or Reality?
During my travels throughout the Rupununi Savannahs of Guyana, I've heard stories of the Kanaima. In fact, I first read…
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Meet Stephanie – the Economics Student Pursuing Her Passion for Singing
Stephanie relates fondly that although her parents never encouraged to sing, she is pursuing her dreams of becoming a professional…
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The “Coolies” of Guyana, South America
If you lived for any amount of time in Guyana, South America, you might have heard the expression “coolie man,”…
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Meet Talented Singer, Performer, and Medical Student, Galina Edmund of Paruima Village, Region 7
Galina Susie Edmund was born on the 8th of April, 2003 in Paruima Village on the East Bank of the…
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The Story of the Old Higue – Myth or Reality?
The story of the Old Higue is a Guyanese folklore passed down by word of mouth from generation to generation.…
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Professional Painter and Craftswoman, Sheliza Rampersaud, Is a Talented Guyanese
Sheliza Rampersaud describes herself as a 27-year-old "creative human" who grew up on the on the East Coast of Demerara,…
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Lieutenant Colonel Michael Charles, a True Patriot and National Hero Who Doubled as a Tourism Pioneer
Prime Minister, Brigadier (ret’d) Mark Phillips on the 21st of January, 2021 hailed Captain Michael Charles M.S, as a pioneer…
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Two Doctors Team up to Offer Free Online/Phone Consultation for Guyanese Residents
In an unprecedented, revolutionary move, two Guyanese doctors have teamed up to offer free phone and WhatsApp consultation for people…
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Guyanese Born, Donald Bacha, Published by Pearson IT Certification
Publishing a book is no ordinary task, but being published by Pearson, the world's largest and most recognized publisher of…
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The Death of My Son is a Life Sentence of Grief – Fadia Reynolds Tells Her Story
Fadia Reyolds lost her then 31-year-old son, Uriel Orlando Reynolds, in a tragic accident along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway on the…
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Ambitious Young Woman Pioneers Computer Training Facility in the Rupununi
Jennifer Lawrence, a US citizen who has migrated to and been living in the Central Rupununi Savannahs for several years,…
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Guyanese Born, Leland Shepherd, Commands Arkansas Army National Guard in the USA
Guyanese born Leland Shepherd has been promoted to the rank of Brigadier General of the Arkansas Army National Guard in…
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GDF’s Captain Kaya Dover Makes History by Swimming Across the Essequibo River in Full Uniform
Guyana Defense Force's Captain Kaya Dover on 26th of June, 2022, made history by being the first men to swim…
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10-Year-Old Indigenous Girl Writes Inspiring Poem on Social Issue
A ten-year-old indigenous girl has written a poem highlighting a worrying social issue. The poem is so profound, insightful, inspiring,…
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Guyanese Artist Unveils Stunning Portrait of First Lady Adorned with Gold and Precious Stones
Guyana's First Lady, Arya Ali, was on the 12th of July, 2022 presented with a portrait of herself created by…
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Talented Artist, Retisha Henry, Dreams of Becoming a Professional Art Teacher
Reticia Henry was born with a special gift - the gift of representing the beauty of nature on canvas, and…
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Navin Hanraj, Entrepreneur and Philanthropist, is a Talented Guyanese
Navin Hansraj is the holder of many titles. A Computer Engineer by profession, he is also an entrepreneur, a humanitarian,…
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Guyanese Born, Tauseef Baksh, is a Rising Star in the West Indian Music Industry
From ever since he knew himself, Tauseef had a passion for singing, and he explains that this passion was greatly…
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Meet Talented Rupununi Artist, Devon Simon
He started painting when he was twelve years old. During his 7-year and counting painting career, the ambitious youth faced…
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Meet Ryan Huckumchand – A Talented Gospel Singer and Video Producer
Ryan Huckumchand has a talent for singing as much as he has a passion for his Christian faith - and…
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Meet Guyana’s Youngest Professional Painter – Kuwanau Roberts
Guyana is a powerhouse of talent, and in this article, we're going to highlight one who is off to an…
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The History of the Rupununi Rancher’s Rodeo – by Denise Case D’Aguiar
Every year, the Rupununians hold a Rodeo show, and thousands of tourists flock from around the world to watch. But…
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Meet Sir Kenrick Lewis – Headmaster of St. Ignatius Secondary
For teacher's day 2021 - October, 5th, we had the honor of featuring one of Guyana's most outstanding veteran educators…
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Meet Mr. Manley Thomas, An Outstanding and Inspiring Guyanese
Manley Thomas' determination to succeed in life despite great challenges and the odds sometimes stacked against him is the driving…
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Guyanese Superstitions
A superstition is a belief in something supernatural that has no scientific basis or logical explanation. For example, we have…
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Guyanese Proverbs
A proverb is a general observable truth about life which has been passed down from generation to generation. Aside from…
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History of the Wai Wais – by Ovid Williams
The Wai Wais are originally from Brazil (ANAWA), now called Roraima. Through hunting expeditions, they became familiar with KANASHEN (GOD…
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Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder – by Reanna Nickram
I've decided to reprint this beautiful article which was posted on the Facebook Page of the author, Reanna Nickram, because…
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The True Meaning of Emancipation – by Dr. Telford Layne
I've come across this really beautiful article from Guyanese author and psychologist, Dr. Telford Layne, and decided to republish it…
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Walking On Hot Coals – A Roman Catholic Tradition Celebrated in Region 9
I was told that walking over hot coals is part of the celebration of St. John's Day in the Rupununi…
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Esther Roth Creates Animal Paradise in Her Backyard
Guyanese born Anna Maria Esther Roth (full name: Anna Maria Esther Roth Dias), presently residing in the border town of…
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