Culture
Guyana partners with Toronto Film Festival
As part of efforts to expand Guyana’s film industry and orange economy, President Dr. Irfaan Ali has said that the country will be partnering with the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). “We’ll have a massive showing there because we’re taking a strategic decision to collaborate with the TIFF officials and the organisation to help us...
‘Sound, soul & taste’ – Guyana Festival returns
Local artistes and the rich traditions of Guyana’s six peoples will take centre stage at the Guyana Festival 2026, slated...
60th Independence ‘Homecoming’ launched
Guyana has officially launched its 60th Independence anniversary celebrations under a “Homecoming” theme, with a major tourism and cultural showcase...
Hare Krishna presents Ratha Yatra 2025 – Festival of the Chariot
From ISKCON of Guyana Hare Krishna Study Centre: The Ratha Yatra festival has become a common sight in most major...
Guyana Prize for Literature celebrates literary excellence with awards ceremony
The Guyana Prize for Literature Awards returned in grand fashion on Friday evening, with a formal yet intimate ceremony...
Local writers confront pain, celebrate caribbean identity in literary works
As part of the Guyana Literature Prize Festival 2025, a vibrant programme of events—including poetry masterclasses and reading sessions by prize-winners—was...
‘Long overdue’ sport fishing policy being developed
Sport fishing is emerging as a promising avenue for economic growth in Guyana. On Thursday, a workshop was held on...
A Symphony of Love: Mother and Daughter Pageant set for June 14
The curtain rises once again on one of Guyana’s most cherished cultural showcases—the 32nd Annual Mother and Daughter Pageant—taking centre...
Christians across Guyana to stand as one in national worship experience
The Guyanese Christian community is preparing to lead the nation in a powerful evening of worship and unity at the...
‘Hope is Rising’ – 24-hour national prayer for Guyana begins at midnight
A 24-hour nationwide prayer event titled Hope is Rising is set to commence at 12:01 a.m on Friday, as...
Gov’t launches Fashion Council in push to bolster creative, cultural tourism
In a bold move to harness the power of fashion as a catalyst for tourism and economic development, the Government...
Guyana marks 187 years since arrival of East Indian immigrants; President Ali pays tribute
As Guyana marks Arrival Day 2025, President Irfaan Ali has called on the nation to reflect on the sacrifices and...
From ring games to masquerade: Guyanese want to preserve country’s ‘intangible cultural heritage’
Storytelling, ring games, masquerade and the wake being used to invoke the recent dead are just some of the cultural...
Local artistes gear up for collab opportunities with Vybz Kartel
Two local artistes will soon have the chance to share the stage with internationally acclaimed Dancehall icon, Vybz Kartel. This...
E-Tickets for ‘Origins’ Fashion Festival now available
The ORIGINS Organising Committee has announced that e-ticket passes for ORIGINS: Guyana Fashion Festival are available now. This is according...
Guyanese Subraj Singh shortlisted for Commonwealth Short Story Prize
Guyanese writer Subraj Singh has been named on a 25‑strong shortlist for the 2025 Commonwealth Short Story Prize—selected from almost...
Cecil James Hines: A journey of resilience, redemption, and advocacy
By Italy Ton-Chung In a world where adversity often defines destiny, Cecil James Hines has emerged as a testament to...
Between slackness and sovereignty: Dancehall’s controversial rise at Mashramani
By Danielle Swain danielle@newsroom.gy Seawall on a Sunday night, the place to be, if you have a taste for loud...
SAINt JHN: Championing Guyana’s global rise
Guyana is celebrating one of its brightest stars—international rapper and songwriter, SAINt JHN. Known for collaborations with global superstars like...
2025 Mashramani celebrations attract thousands
The streets of Georgetown came alive as thousands of enthusiastic patrons came out to witness the Mashramani float parade in...
2025 Children’s Mashramani Competition Finals: A dazzling showcase of dance and culture
The 2025 Children’s Mashramani Competition finals concluded on Friday, featuring interpretive, masquerade, and, for the first time ever, hip-hop dance...
