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Kelcia Nelson crowned Miss World Guyana 2026
Kelcia Nelson was officially crowned Miss World Guyana 2026 on Saturday evening during a landmark coronation ceremony held at the Pegasus Exhibition Hall in Georgetown. The event, produced by Majesty Talent Management Inc. (MTMI), formed part of celebrations marking the 75th anniversary year of the Miss World Organisation and signaled what organisers described as a...
Sonia Noel celebrates 30 years of fashion, philanthropy and Caribbean influence
For 30 years, Sonia Noel has stood as one of Guyana’s most recognizable creative forces; not only as a fashion...
Toka Village wins community-based tourism award
Georgetown, Guyana (April 30, 2026): Guyana continues to gain regional recognition for its commitment to sustainable and community-led tourism, with...
Guyanese writer wins Commonwealth Short Story Prize
Subraj Singh, a Guyanese writer, is the Caribbean regional winner of the 2025 Commonwealth Short Story Prize. His winning piece...
Reflecting on 34 years of service, Carol Fraser says she would choose the Police Force again if she had to
Retired Assistant Police Commissioner Carol Fraser never intended to pursue a career in law enforcement, but looking back, she said...
Built From Bruises: Jennifer’s journey from pain to power
From humble beginnings in Guyana to becoming a self-made millionaire in the United States, Jennifer Rampersaud is a woman on...
Guyana? Nuclear weapons? No, but it’s helping to stop them
By Neil Marks neil@newsroom.gy It may seem curious to associate Guyana—a peaceful, forest-rich nation on the northern edge of South...
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...
Origins Guyana Festival set to unveil a bold new era in fashion
The Origins Guyana Fashion Festival, a groundbreaking three-day celebration of fashion and creativity, was officially unveiled on Wednesday evening in...
New Caribbean pageant to host first production in Guyana
A new Caribbean Pageant franchise was birthed. The Miss Caribbean Beauty and Intelligence Pageant under the theme, “Caribbean Beauties, breaking...
Jediel Tucker, 8, turns school project to published book
Jediel Tucker is not your average 8-year-old. While he loves drumming and playing football, he is also a young author...
Rodrick Griffith proves that extra chromosomes make extra awesomeness
From a childhood full of challenges to becoming a joyful and active presence at the Ptolemy Reid Rehabilitation Centre, Rodrick...
Forests and Foods: A tapestry of livelihood
By Shara Seelall of FAO (Guyana) Guyana is a living testament to the profound and inextricable link between “Forest and...
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...
DJ Foot: From resilience to rhythm
For the first 11 years of his life, Norris Cummings relied on a wheelchair, having been born with cerebral palsy....
Natoya Defreitas: The ‘Tire King’ of Georgetown
It is not every day that you see a woman operating a tyre shop, but for Natoya Defreitas, a 41-year-old...
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...
Guyanese artistes urged to create and adapt to thrive in evolving music industry
Guyanese artistes and creatives gathered for the Saint JHn’s ‘Develop Home Initiative’ on Tuesday at the Marriott Hotel Ballroom –...
Chief Instructor Shellon Lynch: Breaking barriers and empowering women
At the Mahaicony Technical and Vocational Training Centre, 36-year-old Shellon Lynch has established herself not just as an instructor but...
Sasha Fraser and Alicia Ward: Breaking Barriers for Women in STEM
For years, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) has been a male-dominated field, often discouraging young women from pursuing careers...
