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...
Miss, Mrs, Teen India Guyana 2024 launched
An impressive lineup of 16 contestants are vying for the titles of Miss/ Mrs. / Teen/ Mr. India Worldwide Guyana...
‘Timeless Love’ – Mother and Daughter Pageant for 31st edition on May 11
The 31st edition of the Mother and Daughter Pageant was officially launched on Thursday under the theme: ‘Timeless Love.’ This...
Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha to host ‘Sanskriti’ to mark Indian Arrival Day
See below the full statement issued by the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha: The Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha will host...
Guyana awarded for fostering Indigenous tourism
Guyana has been awarded for its magnificent contributions made to the indigenous communities nationwide at the 4th edition of the World...
More support needed for new writers to hone skills – Judges of Guyana Prize
It was a night filled with Guyanese pride as the awards for the Guyana Prize for Literature were handed over...
Guyana Prize for Literature: Michael Jordan, Harold Bascom among winners
Popular Guyanese journalist Michael Jordan, known for his crime reporting at Kaieteur News, was Friday night among winners of the...
Kwaku Bediako: The “Burna Boy” of fashion connects cultures at First Lady’s creative exchange event
By Danielle Swain danielle@newsroom.gy Imagine a head-to-toe lilac ensemble accented with Kente cloth and a tape measure brooch. That’s Kwaku...
BUDGET 2024: New art gallery and museum catered for in $2.7B allocation for culture sector
Weeks after President Dr. Irfaan Ali said a new “state-of-the-art” museum and art gallery will be built locally, Finance Minister...
New ‘state-of-the-art’ museum & art gallery coming- President announces
As part of efforts to fully harness and showcase Guyana’s culture, President Dr. Irfaan Ali recently announced that the government...
Carolyn Nichols – the artist behind President Ali’s iconic wristband
By Akeem Greene akeem@newsroom.gy #IsWeOwn #EssequiboIsWeOwn #AllOfGuyanaIsWeOwn Those are the trending hashtags on social media in support of Guyana’s territorial...
‘May Diwali inspire all Guyanese to work towards shared prosperity’ – President Ali
See below the full message from President Dr. Irfaan Ali: The radiant festival of Diwali is upon us once again,...
Grand Diwali motorcade to feature over 30 floats
Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha’s iconic countrywide Diwali Motorcades continue tomorrow on the West Coast and East Bank Demerara on the...
Caribbean writers can win up to US$10,000 in BOCAS Prize 2024
The OCM Bocas Prize for Caribbean Literature is now open for entries. It is one of the region’s most coveted...
Cultural extravaganza kicks off celebration for Amerindian Heritage Month
The National Park in Georgetown came alive on Friday. An evening highlighting indigenous art, music, and literature through song, dance...
Naya Zamana 25: A theatrical spectacular with deep meaning
By Jessica Callender After 25 years of high-quality production, Naya Zamana has earned the reputation of being one of Guyana’s...
Rotary Club of Demerara launches ‘Wildlife Art in the Park’ initiative
Within the last month, the Rotary Club of Demerara unveiled its latest initiative: “Wildlife Art in the Park.” Recognizing that...
The Allsopp name still reigns in lexicography: UG launches first Caribbean English school dictionary
By Danielle Swain danielle@newsroom.gy The University of Guyana (UG) launched the Dictionary of Caribbean English Usage School Edition at their...
‘Get Real with Shameeza’ to highlight more real-life issues in Season 6
Season Six of the ‘Get Real with Shameeza’ show is set for grand premiere on Wednesday (May 3), with an...
