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Bartica girl in fearless pursuit of women’s advocacy award, pageant title
Shanae Heber has found a new passion in her women empowerment journey. She hopes to inspire young women to meaningfully contribute to Guyana’s prolific oil and gas sector.
And now being nominated for the 2023 edition of 25 Influential…
Young Kwakwani mother ecstatic over triplets but seeks help
A 25-year-old mother from Kwakwani along the Berbice River, delivered premature triplets safely at the Georgetown Public Hospital on February 28, despite it being a high-risk pregnancy.
Christine Hope gave birth to three sons –Akeem,…
More women encouraged to join Fire Service
Once dominated by males, 24 per cent of the Guyana Fire Service (GFS) is made up of women firefighters and Fire Chief, Gregory Wickham has encouraged more women to join the field.
“We are creating that opportunity for our females, for…
Homeless after ‘Mash Day’ fire, mother & kids living in a tent
Thirty-four-year old Monionn Howard was at the Mashramani Float Parade in Georgetown last Thursday, when she received a call that her house was on fire.
Howard, accompanied by her 17-year-old daughter, immediately went to their…
Family in desperate search for beauty queen; wants her to return to Guyana
Despite conflicting reports, family members of Ruqayyah Boyer are maintaining that she is still missing in the United States of America, where she migrated a few years ago, and are pleading for her safe return so they can offer her the best…
Sonia Noel unveils African-inspired collection as she prepares for ‘best era’ of her career
By Kurt Campbell
Kurt@newsroom.gy
A young girl from Bartica, Region Seven who came to Georgetown to follow her dreams, Sonia Noel now boasts of a fashion and design career that spans 25 years.
“It feels like the old new,” she said…
Struggling single mother with walking disability seeks assistance for treatment abroad
By Lazeena Yearwood
Lazeena@newsroom.gy
Three years ago, 30-year-old Stacyann Van Rossum, a single mother of two young boys, lost her ability to walk. To date, despite numerous attempts, doctors have not been able to diagnose her…
Black Panther star encourages Parliamentarians to foster peace and love
As she continues to make waves during her first visit to Guyana after some 20 years abroad, star of the Black Panther franchise and Guyanese national, Letitia Wright, addressed Members of Parliament on Monday and encouraged them to foster…
‘I knew I was destined for something great’ – Black Panther/Wakanda Forever star Letitia…
By Lazeena Yearwood
Lazeena@newsroom.gy
Famous Guyanese-British actress Letitia Wright, best known for her role in the Black Panther franchise, received a hearty welcome back to Guyana on Friday.
The International Blockbluster…
Drumming Festival aims to create opportunities for drummers to play on int’l stage
By Isanella Patoir
Isanella@newsroom.gy
Since 2010, the Majek Fingers Drumming Festival has been a catalyst for local drummers from different cultural backgrounds. Through rhythm, dance, drumming and singing, this free festival aims…