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08 May: From Dual Citizenship to Mrs. Guyana International 2023: Malika Manelva Blount’s Journey of Cultural Roots, Pageantry, and Making a Difference

As a proud Guyanese-American, Malika Manelva Blount has always felt a strong connection to her roots in Guyana. Both her parents are Guyanese, and she became a dual citizen of Guyana in 2018. Her husband is also Guyanese, and they met right here in their beautiful country. They’ve been married for a year, and their shared cultural heritage has played an essential role in their journey together. Today, we delve into Malika’s incredible story, exploring…

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07 May: Baroness Valerie Ann Amos Has Once Again Made History

Baroness Valerie Ann Amos is a trailblazer in the world of politics and diplomacy, and she has once again made history for her ceremonial roles during the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla in London. As a Guyanese-British politician and diplomat, she has broken barriers and shattered glass ceilings throughout her career. Born in British Guiana (now known as Guyana), Amos moved to the UK as a child and eventually rose to become…

Angela Beauty Chemist

11 Feb: She Rocks! Meet Guyanese Girl and Cosmetic Chemist Angella Sprauve

Meet Guyanese Girl and Cosmetic Chemist, Angella Sprauve, the featured character in a new book series for girls.  The Look-Up Series is a nonfiction biography series inviting 8 to 12-year-old girls into the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math while celebrating diverse female role models in S.T.E.A.M. careers. Each title is a unique blend of biography content, actionable advice, and S.T.E.A.M. activities and written by award-winning American Girl author Aubre Andrus. In ANGELLA,…

CARIBBEAT: Bronx artist predicts a year of brightly colored Biblical paintings

23 Jan: CARIBBEAT: Bronx artist predicts a year of brightly colored Biblical paintings

From Tennessee to Canada, and as far away as Vatican City in Rome, Caribbean-rooted, Bronx-based artist Laura James was busy last year creating her vividly-hued representations of Biblical characters and scenes in a centuries-old Ethiopian Christian art style. “It’s been a busy and exciting year, from presenting over ten […] Click here to view original article at www.nydailynews.com

Leading Guyanese paediatric surgeon revolutionising healthcare

22 Jan: Leading Guyanese paediatric surgeon revolutionising healthcare

Dr Seepersaud and one of her many tiny patients Dr Marisa Seepersaud has been revolutionising surgical care for children and babies in Guyana for over a decade now. Up until a year ago, she was the only paediatric surgeon in Guyana – now, she is one of two and […] Click here to view original article at newsroom.gy

The Guyanese Actor Who Brought Marcus Garvey ‘Back To Life’ Is Dead

13 Jan: The Guyanese Actor Who Brought Marcus Garvey ‘Back To Life’ Is Dead

The late Guyanese born, US-based actor, Ron Bobb Semple,. By NAN ET Editor News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. Jan. 13, 2021: The Guyanese and Caribbean US Diaspora community has lost another of its great voices, this time, Guyana-born actor and broadcaster, Ron Bobb-Semple. News Americas has learnt that […] Click here to view original article at www.newsamericasnow.com

Imam Baksh on his passion for reading and introducing literature to children

29 Dec: Imam Baksh on his passion for reading and introducing literature to children

Imam Baksh Since 1967, about 1,500 writers from more than 150 countries have spent time in residence at the University of Iowa International Writing Program. A group of 18 established writers from around the world took part in the 2021 fall residency in Iowa. Imam Baksh is a storyteller, […] Click here to view original article at www.iowapublicradio.org

This Caribbean Restaurant in Jersey City Needs to Be on Your Radar

14 Dec: This Caribbean Restaurant in Jersey City Needs to Be on Your Radar

Like many businesses, Tradewinds II was started to fill in a gap in the market. It was in late 2018 when Khareshma Bhagwandeen (Kay) and her partner realized that they could not find Guyanese home cooking in Jersey City. So she opened a food truck to “provide the taste […] Click here to view original article at www.hobokengirl.com

Guyanese brothers to open $26M ‘green’ resort at Fort Island

28 Nov: Guyanese brothers to open $26M ‘green’ resort at Fort Island

The Fort Island Resort is due to open by the end of 2021 (Photo: News Room/November 26, 2021) Isanella@newsroom.gy A resort promising to be the ultimate relaxation space and daytime getaway is scheduled to open by the end of this year at Fort Island, located about 40 minutes from […] Click here to view original article at newsroom.gy