Below are the summarised scores from the other games
At Sabina Park, Jamaica: Combined Campuses and Colleges 307 all out from 97 overs (Jonathan Carter 135, Shamarh Brooks 36; Gordon Bryan 3-66, Ojay Shields 3-78) and 87 all out from 30.4 overs (Kirstan Kallicharan 29; Pete Salmon 4-12, Gordon Bryan 3-19) vs Jamaica Scorpions 331 all out from 91.2 overs (Chadwick Walton 163, Carlos Brown 48, Pete Salmon 45; Zishan Motara 7-108) and 69-0 from 9.3 overs (Chadwick 46*, Carlos Brown 19*) RESULT: Jamaica Scorpions win by 10 wickets
At Kensington Park, Jamaica: Barbados Pride 214 all out from 49.5 overs (Kevin Wickham 74; Ryan John 4-47) and 126 from 38.1 overs (Roshon Primus 25*, Jonathan Drakes 20; Shemar Springer 4-44, Ryan John 3-28) vs Windward Islands Volcanoes 325 from 98.1 overs (Jeremy Solozano 86, Sunil Ambris 72, Kimani Melius 53; Jomel Warrican 5-59) and 18-1 from 3.5 overs (Jeremy Solozano 13*). RESULT: Windward Islands Volcanoes win by nine wickets
At Conaree, St. Kitts: West Indies Academy 163 all out from 39 overs (Teddy Bishop 65; Jayden Seales 3-26, Anderson Phillip 3-63) and 224 from 70.1 overs (Carlon Bowen-Tuckett 46*, Mbeki Joseph 34, Ackeem Auguste 34; Anderson Phillip 4-33, Bryan Charles 4-57) vs Trinidad and Tobago Red Force 329 all out from 115.4 overs (Jyd Goolie 113, Vikash Mohan 54; Ashmead Nedd 6-78, Joshua Bishop 3-116) and 60-4 from 16.2 overs (Vikash Mohan 18; Joshua Bishop 3-28) RESULT: Trinidad and Tobago Red Force win by six wickets
An accident at about 09:25 hrs Saturday on the Blankenburg Public Road, West Coast Demerara (WCD) claimed the life of a cop who was at the time riding a motorcycle.
The dead man was identified as Devaraj Dhandreaw, a 41-year-old Lance Corporal who was stationed at the La Grange Police Station, and resided at Anna Catherina New Housing Scheme, WCD.
The accident involved motor lorry #GAE 8523 owned by Pooran Brothers of Bella Dam, West Bank Demerara, and driven at the time by a 35-year-old driver from Tuschen. Dhandreaw was riding a motorcycle.
A statement from police headquarters noted that the lorry was proceeding along the southern side of the road when the driver put on his indicator to turn right into Newland Lumber Yard. On doing so, Dhandreaw who was proceeding west on the road at a fast rate, collided with the left side rear portion of the lorry.
As a result of the collision, the policeman fell onto the roadway and received injuries on his body. he was picked up in an unconscious state, placed in the lorry, and escorted to Leonora Cottage Hospital where the body was seen and examined by a doctor who pronounced him dead.
A notice of intended prosecution was served on the Lorry driver, who is in custody assisting police with the ongoing investigation.
It was an evening of singing, dancing and Chinese culinary delights. The Asian culture unique to China was on full display as the Association of Chinese Enterprises in Guyana (ACEG) hosted its annual dinner on Friday, commemorating the 2024 Chinese Lunar New Year.
Held at the New Thriving Restaurant, Providence, the occasion also brought into sharp focus the contribution of Chinese businesses to the local economy and the large bilateral gains in the area of trade.
2024 is the year of the dragon. The Lunar New Year began on February 10 but the significance of the dragon in Chinese culture is important for those who observe the occasion as it symbolises courage, confidence and adventurousness, whilst representing success and ambition.
China’s Ambassador to Guyana Guo Haiyan was invited to attend the dinner along with a number of government officials, led by Prime Minister, Brigadier Retired Mark Phillips.
Founded in 2013, with a history of 11 years, the ACEG is one of the earliest-established foreign business chambers in Guyana and it is receiving credit for the notable expansion of trade and business relations between China and Guyana.
ACEG’s Vice President Andrew Jin opened the evening’s activities with a speech on how Chinese businesses in Guyana, registered under the Association, are doing work to promote cooperation with local businesses while also developing deeper business relations.
He said the contributions were nothing short of “positive” even as he applauded the vision of the government which has put the country on a path to becoming first world.
“We are honoured and proud to be part of history,” he told the gathering of well over 300 persons.
The association’s pragmatic cooperation between Guyana and China was highlighted in greater detail by Ambassador Guo. She said it was a proven fact that Chinese businesses in Guyana are adhering to the principles of mutual benefit and abiding by the laws while respecting local customs and contributing to local welfare.
Over the last 11 years, the association’s membership expanded from 14 to 21.
And so, the Ambassador believes that the increase in bilateral trade from US$180 million to US$1.23 billion in 2023 is in part as a result of the work of the ACEG.
“The investment of member companies has soared from less than US$100 million to US$8 billion… its member companies are currently employing about 2, 000 local workers,” the Ambassador said.
But beyond that, she noted that in supporting Guyana’s development, China has not and will not be absent as she committed support at the government to government level.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Phillips also spoke to the bilateral exchanges in the areas of trade, culture and education and the support China has offered for other large scale projects in infrastructure and healthcare.
But special attention was given to the support offered at the business level.
In the oil and gas sector, China’s national offshore oil company, Sino, dispositioned as a 25 per cent partner in ExxonMobil’s operation, is just one of many landmark projects that lay a strong foundation for Guyana and China relations.
“…Seeing this promising and long-standing show of support presently has further committed to the establishment of a China/Guyana investment and economic cooperation working group, Chinese projects in the country and investment in economic cooperation.
“A working group serves as a platform for the country to develop and collaborate on various aspects of economic and investment cooperation,” the Prime Minister noted.
He further noted that the primary part of such a working group is to facilitate dialogue and cooperation between the participating countries to promote and enhance economic, trade relations and investment opportunities.
“Indeed, now it’s a time to reflect on our journey from a developing country to one of the world’s fastest economies, as well, looking towards the future with the hope of and optimism of prosperity we must also take this opportunity to renew our commitment to shared values of unity and togetherness,” he said.
The evening ended with patrons enjoying the festivities and learning about the Chinese culture and local influence.
The sod was turned Friday to begin construction on the US$7.2 million Hospitality and Tourism Training Institute at Port Mourant, Berbice, Region 6 (East Berbice-Corentyne), as the government moves to cultivate a world-class tourism sector.
This facility is the first of its kind in Guyana. It is set to provide hands-on training in a diverse range of areas within the services sector, preparing persons for careers in hotels, and restaurants among other related industries.
The sod was turned on Friday for the construction of the Hospitality and Tourism Institute at Port Mourant
This level of training will empower locals with the necessary skills to operate at international industry standards.
The project was brought to fruition through an alliance between the ministries of Finance, Tourism and Education, along with the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB).
Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips, delivered the feature remarks at the sod-turning ceremony on Friday, where he highlighted that the project was conceptualised by the pre-2015 PPP/C government, but languished in the hands of the APNU+AFC government and did not materialise.
Therefore, it is doubly commendable, the PM said, that the much-needed institute is finally being built.
He said that the tourism sector continues to exemplify unwavering resilience, as the country is seeing an influx of visitors, with arrival numbers soaring.
To nurture this growth, the senior government official emphasised that it is critical that the level of hospitality is top-class.
“We have to develop continuous cohorts of trained hospitality workers to assume the management of this sector and to provide the multiplicity of services required in this sector. Training individuals to work in the local hospitality and tourism sector is therefore a vital requirement in building up our hospitality and tourism sector to world-class standards,” PM Phillips said.
A section of the gathering at the sod turning ceremony for the Hospitality and Tourism Training Institute at Port Mourant
According to the prime minister, a well-trained workforce significantly enhances the quality of service, and the benefits will be twofold.
“Investing in training at all echelons of the sector ensures that locals can secure employment opportunities within their region, fostering improved well-being for all. In the hospitality and tourism sector, customer satisfaction is the key to success. By training personnel to excel in customer service, communication and problem solving, businesses can ensure that visitors have memorable and enjoyable experiences, encouraging them to return and recommend the destination to others,” he explained.
In his remarks, Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance and Public Service, Dr Ashni Singh, said that Guyana’s physical transformation and modernization must be matched by the requisite quality of service.
Dr Singh expressed that the aim is to merge poignant aspects of Guyanese culture with world-class service, treating both locals and tourists to a culturally diverse blend that distinguishes Guyana as a prime tourism hub.
“Chefs today are international celebrities. We want to create Guyanese chefs who are celebrities, and this hospitality and tourism training institute has the potential to do just that,” he explained, highlighting the food service industry as one in which this goal will be implemented.
Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance and Public Service, Dr Ashni Singh
Meanwhile, Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond, said the establishment of this institute is an essential step in expanding the technical skills of the hospitality sector, allowing citizens to seize the opportunities that have been made available through the numerous investments.
“Never before in our country’s history have we seen this amount of concentrated investment in the tourism and hospitality sector. This speaks to international investors, savvy investors who have assessed our government, done their feasibility studies, and said that this country is safe for investment…the objective is to ensure that the necessary skills to manage the rapidly expanding and evolving sector are available right here in Guyana,” the minister told those gathered.
Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond
The climate-resilient and state-of-the-art facility will be built by KARES Engineering Inc., and is expected to be completed in 2026.
Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Sonia Parag, also delivered remarks at the ceremony, saying that the institute is a symbol of progress, and a testament to the government’s commitment to excellence and the future development of the country. President of the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG), Director of the Guyana Tourism Authority, Kamrul Baksh, Member of Parliament and Region Five Representative Faizal Jafferally, Member of Parliament, Vishwa Mahadeo, Member of Parliament, Dharamkumar Seeraj, Regional Vice Chairman, Zamal Hussain, Regional Executive Officer, Narindra Persaud, and Deputy Regional Executive Officer, Mary Samaroo, members of the diplomatic corps and other officials were present at the ceremony. [DPI]
Guyana Beverages Inc., the distributor of non-alcoholic beverages Fruta Premium Juices, Busta Soft Drinks and many other well-known beverage products, has signed a major marketing agreement with the Guyana Golf Association that will see the two organisations promoting each other around the country.
Marketing Manager Fharis Hamid said, “We have been a long-term supporter of Mr. Hussain and his team that brings golf to thousands of young players. This is a programme that Guyana Beverages Inc. is proud to be associated with and we plan on increasing our involvement as golf develops in the coming years.”
Promotions Manager Collins Higgins explained, “Guyana Beverages will provide support for the school programme with prizes and product hampers for tournaments throughout the year.
“Additionally, a mega hamper filled with $100,000 worth of our various products will be up for grabs at Hole-in-One Challenges at the Nexgen Golf Academy, the Westside Golf Course and other locations around the country!”
President of the Guyana Golf Association Aleem Hussain stated, “We wish to thank Guyana Beverages Inc. and their brands Fruta Premium Juices and Busta Soft Drinks for joining our growing list sponsors. It is because of support from major companies like these that Guyana now has the largest golf programme for students in the entire region!”
“In partnership with the Ministry of Education’s Secondary School Priority Programme which requires that all learners be exposed to a sport during their formative years, the GGA and Nexgen Golf Academy has introduced golf to thousands of Grade 7-9 students during PE classes in schools around the country. The next stage is to create competitions and tournaments which the support of sponsors will be of tremendous importance.”
Players will have a chance to win the G$100,000 prize at the Hole-in-One Challenge at the Easter ‘Eggstravaganza’ at Westside Golf Course during the March 30-April 1 activities that is anticipated to attract over 10,000 persons over the three-day period. (Guyana Golf Association)
Orvin Samsair called ‘Nicholas,’ a 21-year-old man was on Thursday placed on $300,000 bail after he was charged with the rape of a child under the age of 16.
Police Headquarters reported that Samsair, a resident of Success, East Coast Demerara, was arrested on Monday.
He appeared before Magistrate Alisha George at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court.
He was not required to enter a plea to the charge which was laid Contrary to Section 10(3) of the Sexual Offences Act, Chapter 8:03.
The project will see the construction of 4.1 kilometers of a dual carriageway reinforced concrete road with an emergency lane as well as 2.4 kilometers of road rehabilitation and upgrade.
It will also feature two roundabouts, 11 reinforced concrete box culverts, 36 pre-stressed bridges, and road signage and markings.
The contract for the highway was awarded to eight contractors– VR Construction Inc., Avinash Contracting & Scrap Metal Inc., L-Heureuse Construction and Services Inc., Guyamerica Construction Inc., AJM Enterprise, Vals Construction, Puran Bros Disposal Inc., and JS Guyana Inc.
Already facing a shortage of labour, the situation can become dire in Guyana if the authorities do not take steps to ensure the local labour force is increased, with workers possessing the required skills and training.
A recent Labour Assessment Survey, presented on Friday at the University of Guyana, details how 53, 000 workers (skilled and unskilled) will be needed over the next five years to service the agriculture, construction, health, transportation/logistics and oil and gas sectors.
That number is steadily rising and now is estimated at 60, 000. These are just five of about 20 sectors currently employing and in growing numbers, about 40 per cent of the current workforce.
The survey was conducted by the Centre for Local Business Development with support from the University of Guyana and funded by the Greater Guyana Initiative – a partnership with the Stabroek Block co-venturers ExxonMobil Guyana, Hess and CNOOC Petroleum Guyana.
The findings were discussed during a simple ceremony held at the Education Lecture Theatre of UG’s Turkeyen Campus.
UG’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Paloma Mohamed- Martin thanked the CLBD for including the university in the compilation of the data.
She said it was significant because it doesn’t only determine what the labour market needs but how those sectors can benefit from the necessary investment.
It is also an important tool for people who want to transition from one sector to the other and those still undecided about what training or certification they should undergo.
“This foundational work is very important,” she noted.
Meanwhile, economist and agency head for the CLBD Natasha Gaskin-Peters, in presenting the findings, noted that meeting the demand for workers locally will be difficult with only 17, 000 to undergo Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) over the period and another 7, 500 to be graduated from the university; another 4, 000 persons will graduate from other tertiary institutions.
“We see immediately that skills we are producing are not sufficient to meet the demand coming,” Gaskin-Peters noted.
And so, the survey recommends among other things that efforts be placed on mechanization with shortages in technicians and engineers, that skills training be fast-tracked and for an immigration policy that allows for the importation of workers.
Gaskin-Peters believes the number of workers needed can go up to about 60, 000 with the construction sector expanding at a rapid pace.
“We are seeing more and more projects coming on board… so the 53, 000 may go up to about 60, 000 workers will be needed in the next five years,” she explained.
“Training institution must adapt…we also need an immigration policy because we will have to import labour and we must do it transparently and account for the folks here will allow for capacity building for Guyanese to transition,” Gaskin-Peters added.
She said universities that have met the traditional needs of the workforce will have to make changes to keep up the pace which could include changing curriculums to allow for shorter times to complete diplomas and degrees and make provision for people to work and study to prevent high attrition rates.
Interestingly, from the five sectors sampled, the data shows that the health sector will need the most at roughly 20,500 workers followed by construction at roughly 15,500 over the next five years.
Between government, non-governmental and the private sector, a total of 150 local enterprises were involved in the survey with an additional 170 businesses and 11 institutions.
Looking at the data historically, it’s important to note that data in 2020, the total workforce stood at 289, 000. At that time, only 27 per cent were working in the five sectors identified and by 2021, that percentage grew to 30, signalling early transition from sectors.
The data then showed that there were just as many persons at home as were working; most of them at home were women and the majority in the workforce with just a secondary education.
This data was reflected in the new survey released on Friday.
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ACEG’s Vice President Andrew Jin
China’s Ambassador to Guyana Guo Haiyan
Prime Minister, Brigadier Retired Mark Phillips.
The sod was turned on Friday for the construction of the Hospitality and Tourism Institute at Port Mourant
A section of the gathering at the sod turning ceremony for the Hospitality and Tourism Training Institute at Port Mourant
Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance and Public Service, Dr Ashni Singh
Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond
Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal
Vice Chancellor of the University of Guyana, Professor Paloma Mohamed
Dr. Natasha Gaskin- Peters