Guyana marks 187 years since arrival of East Indian immigrants; President Ali pays tributeAs Guyana marks Arrival Day 2025, President Irfaan Ali has called on the nation to reflect on the sacrifices and enduring legacy of the immigrants who helped shape the country’s…
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 practices, traditions and beliefs that some believe are changing or…
Local artistes gear up for collab opportunities with Vybz KartelTwo local artistes will soon have the chance to share the stage with internationally acclaimed Dancehall icon, Vybz Kartel. This opportunity is being made possible through a collaborative initiative between…
E-Tickets for ‘Origins’ Fashion Festival now availableThe ORIGINS Organising Committee has announced that e-ticket passes for ORIGINS: Guyana Fashion Festival are available now. This is according to a release from the Guyana Tourism Authority. Set for…
Guyanese Subraj Singh shortlisted for Commonwealth Short Story PrizeGuyanese writer Subraj Singh has been named on a 25‑strong shortlist for the 2025 Commonwealth Short Story Prize—selected from almost a record breaking 8,000 entries, the highest number in the…
Cecil James Hines: A journey of resilience, redemption, and advocacyBy Italy Ton-Chung In a world where adversity often defines destiny, Cecil James Hines has emerged as a testament to resilience and self-discovery. His journey, from a childhood of struggle…
Between slackness and sovereignty: Dancehall’s controversial rise at MashramaniBy Danielle Swain danielle@red-hippopotamus-944522.hostingersite.com Seawall on a Sunday night, the place to be, if you have a taste for loud music and cold drinks, between Camp Street and the Kitty…
SAINt JHN: Championing Guyana’s global riseGuyana is celebrating one of its brightest stars—international rapper and songwriter, SAINt JHN. Known for collaborations with global superstars like Beyoncé, he’s now here in Guyana determined to help elevate…
2025 Mashramani celebrations attract thousandsThe streets of Georgetown came alive as thousands of enthusiastic patrons came out to witness the Mashramani float parade in Georgetown on Sunday. Revelers exhibiting their creatively curated costumes danced…
2025 Children’s Mashramani Competition Finals: A dazzling showcase of dance and cultureThe 2025 Children’s Mashramani Competition finals concluded on Friday, featuring interpretive, masquerade, and, for the first time ever, hip-hop dance categories. The second day opened spectacularly, with dazzling costumes and…
Excitement high at Children’s Mashramani Competition finalsThe Children’s Mashramani Competition Finals commenced on Thursday with an enthusiastic audience comprising schoolchildren in uniform and their teachers. Attendees gathered at the National Cultural Centre to witness students and…
Ken Corsbie, pioneering Guyanese theatre icon, dies at 94Ken Corsbie, the celebrated Guyanese actor, storyteller, and broadcaster, whose work helped shape theatre across the Caribbean, has died at the age of 94. He passed away on 3 February…
Children’s Mashramani competition kick starts in GeorgetownThe Department of Education – Georgetown Monday officially launched the Children’s Mashramani Competition at the National Cultural Centre. This event, a vibrant celebration of Guyanese culture, is being held under…
BUDGET 2025: Gov’t prioritises youth and culture with major investmentsIn a transformative 2025 budget speech, Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh on Friday noted the government's commitment to the cultural, artistic, and youthful spirit of Guyana. Notably, a new recording…
Gov’t to build three more free, public studios for Guyanese artistesPlans are afoot to construct three additional state-of-the-art recording studios, which will be free of cost for local artistes to use. According to information released by the Ministry of Culture,…
2024 marked new era for entertainers, performers as Culture Ministry expanded opportunitiesBy Deandra Daniels In a bold move to revitalise Guyana’s entertainment industry, the Ministry of Culture has announced several key initiatives aimed at creating more opportunities for performers and entertainers…
‘The Untold’: Breathing new life into theatreDeandra Daniels, a young theatre actress, shares her views and those of others as they navigate the evolving landscape of Guyanese theatre. She highlights the challenges, triumphs, and aspirations of…
Creativity meets code: Can technology’s brushstrokes transform art in Guyana?By Vishani Ragobeer vishani@red-hippopotamus-944522.hostingersite.com Ackeem Thomas, a local creative, joined dozens of local artists at this year’s ‘Beyond the Brush: heartbeat of Heritage’ art exhibition organised by FineArt.gy at the…