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Ann Greene: A legacy of exemplary service to social work
By all accounts, Ann Greene is an exemplary woman. She has devoted decades of her life to public service and spearheaded the creation of the Childcare and Protection Agency.
She started as a teenager, working part-time for the public…
Miss World Guyana franchise eyes hosting int’l competition in Guyana
Ten delegates are once again vying for the title of Miss World Guyana and while the competition promises to be fierce, ably preparing one young woman to represent Guyana internationally, the Miss World Guyana franchise is eyeing the…
Pomp, flair & an explosion of Caribbean music promised at ‘PanJam’
You might have heard Vicadi Singh’s chutney hit "Neva Gonna Leave’ or Patrice Roberts’ soca song "Tender." But have you heard those songs played on the steelpan?
Young Guyanese pan player Reon Miller is hoping to introduce patrons to…
News Room’s Chief Editor off to China for prestigious media programme
Fareeza Haniff, the Editor-in-Chief of the News Room, is currently participating in the China Latin America and the Caribbean Press Center 2022 Programme, expected to bolster her understanding of China and boost her professional…
Beyond videography, local company leveraging drone technology for development
By Kurt Campbell
Kurt@newsroom.gy
Commercial drone technology is still relatively new to the world and more so Guyana, but even as interest continues to pique for its stimulating perspective in photography and videography, it promises…
Artist Hew Locke draws inspiration from Guyana
By Emine Saner
He has been exploring ships, slavery and statues for decades – and now the world has finally caught up. As Locke unveils the boat he has built in Birmingham, he talks us through his ‘bloody exhausting’ workload.
Hew…
How a mother’s guidance led her son to becoming a best graduating student
By Richard Bhainie
Richard.Bhainie@newsroom.gy
With no intention of pursuing a career in medicine, a young Ashwant Mohabir sought the guidance of his mother to aid his decision-making on what career path he should choose.…
Surprises all-round as beloved ‘Mother and Daughter’ pageant returns
By Vishani Ragobeer
Vishani@newsroom.gy
It was a night- and early morning- of surprises as mothers and daughters graced the National Cultural Centre in Georgetown for the return of the beloved ‘Mother and Daughter’ pageant.
Like…
‘It takes a village’ – Journalist balances motherhood, career & academic pursuits
By Vishani Ragobeer
Vishani@newsroom.gy
Many believe the saying: It takes a village to raise a child.
Tamica Garnett- a journalist, student and mother- is one who is convinced of this, as it is what helps her balance motherhood…
Religious teachings fundamental for a better society – President Ali
By Richard Bhainie
Richard.bhainie@newsroom.gy
Ancient teachings proffered through religion are the foundation upon which many equitable societies stand and so, President Dr. Irfaan Ali believes that religious teachings are integral…