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Kumaka leverages carbon credit funds for sustainable development
By Danielle Swain
danielle@newsroom.gy
Overlooking the lush rainforest of Region One, a worn-out wheelchair faces what seems like a thriving farmland.
Ernest Abraham emerges from the forest like a mythical figure, his weathered…
Releasing the Giants: Saving Guyana’s endangered Arapaima
Article by Alex Arjoon, photos by Victoria Arjoon
The 14ft aluminium boat chugs its way up the river under the raging sun with four plus hours left until we reach camp for the night. I am delegated to the bow so that the boat is well…
‘Aunty Milly’ at 100: A story of faith in god, resilience, humility and wisdom
“Milly, where have you been? I didn’t see you, is it because of the rain? You should have come!” exclaimed one of the teachers to Aunty Milly, the then school yard vendor, after noticing she had missed a day vending at St. Stephen’s Primary…
Burna Boy delivers world class performance at ‘Unforgettable’
“Jeun soke o, dem go dey jeun soke o”
In a concert dubbed “Unforgettable,” Nigerian Afro-fusion star Burna Boy, widely known as the “African Giant,” lived up to his moniker and delivered a performance worthy of its title. Opening with the…
Billions in carbon revenues helping Amerindian communities with economic, social, cultural…
By Neil Marks
neil@newsroom.gy
Over the last year, $3.8 billion in payments were made to 232 indigenous communities across Guyana, and it’s helping them to develop and implement projects for their economic, social, and cultural…
News Room’s Neil Marks & Vishani Ragobeer win climate reporting awards
See below full release from Climate Tracker Caribbean:
After much anticipation, we are thrilled to unveil the exceptional winners of the Caribbean Climate Journalism Awards, in partnership with Open Society Foundations.
These awards…
Denzel Southwell is Guyana’s first homegrown offshore driller
See below the full statement issued by El Dorado Offshore Inc.:
Denzel Southwell's journey is one that defies expectations. Hailing from the small village of Sandvoort in Berbice, Guyana, this 27-year-old has shattered glass ceilings to…
Celebrating Transgender Day of Visibility, Guyana Together launches new video
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“Tarique is my rock,” a tearful but smiling Kaisha Davis recounts in a minute-long testimonial for her younger brother. Tarique is a transgender man, meaning Tarique was assigned female at birth…
Guyana set eyes on World Travel Awards, votes needed to secure the win
The Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA) is pleased to announce that Guyana has been nominated for South America's Responsible Tourism Award 2024 through the World Travel Awards. Guyanese residents and travel industry members are encouraged to…
UG’s first female graduate, Bebe Isha Beekie, remembered as trailblazer
“We were all inspired by Mum. She was a trailblazer in many regards, advocating for equality and respect for all, especially women, leaving an indelible mark on those who knew her." These were the words of Dr. Raj Beekie, a proud son of…