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Firearms Amendment Bill approved by National Assembly Page

- harsh penalties introduced for illicit trafficking of firearms, ammo

- $5M fine plus 10 years imprisonment for anyone convicted

Traffic tickets now payable at convenient locations

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- Summary Jurisdiction Bill gets unanimous support in National Assembly Colwyn Harding sexual abuse matter…

Asst Superintendent among eight ranks transferred

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- Brumell says lack of supervision allowed ordeal; probe to wrap up by Tuesday

Surprise verdict shocks trial judge as…

Minister Irfaan Ali shares a light moment in conversation with Opposition Leader David Granger and APNU’s Member of Parliament Dr Rupert Roopnarine in the National Assembly yesterday. (Adrian Narine photo)

Alleged killer in stepfather 8 murder case freed Page

Centre City Hall transforms Stabroek areaPage in GT&T signs $9M new thrust to restore Georgetown 4 tourism deal with THAG

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Traffic tickets now payable at convenient locations - Summary Jurisdiction Bill gets unanimous support in National Assembly

By Vanessa Narine THE Summary Jurisdiction (Procedure) (Amendment) Bill 2013 was passed by the National Assembly, last evening, with the assurances of increased efficiency in the traffic ticketing system. The Bill’s passage now allows for persons issued with a traffic ticket to pay the prescribed penalty to the clerk of the court of any magisterial district, regardless of where the traffic offence was committed. Attorney General (AG) and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, moved the motion for the Bill’s second reading and in his contribution to the debate on the legislation, he explained that the legislation is not only practical, it encourages efficiency in the system and encourages compliance by traffic offenders by allowing payments to be made at convenient locations. A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) front-bencher, Basil Williams, noted that the legislation is a revenue raising measure to ensure that revenues owed reach the “kitty” and called for meaningful measures to address the carnage on Guyana’s roads. Home Affairs Minister, Clement Rohee, acknowledged that the legislation will improve revenue collection. However, he made it clear that the law has a dual purpose, the other being to ensure that persons who commit offences honour their obligations and do so in a timely manner. Minister Rohee pointed out that the legislation adds to the usefulness of the network that is currently in place to electronically track whether fines were paid or not. “The issue of efficiency,” he stressed. The Home Affairs Minister added that moves are being made by his ministry to address the issue of road safety. APNU’s Williams argued that to promote payment of a fine when traffic laws are breached are not reflective of meaningful

AFC Leader Khemraj Ramjattan and APNU’s Member of Parliament Basil Williams in the National Assembly yesterday. measures to ensure the safety of road users. “The APNU hopes that a substantial bill comes next time, not the ‘titty-bit’ legislation we are seeing now,” he said. The Attorney General countered by pointing out that the existing road safety legislations comprehensively looks at the concerns raised by Williams. He pointed to the merit system under which persistent traffic offenders are penalized. Nandlall added that more legislation is not the way to go; rather public awareness and education could prove more efficacious. He reiterated that the Bill before the National Assembly is only intended to address the efficiency of an existing measure to address Guyana’s traffic problems.

Attorney General Anil Nandlall and Home Affairs Minister Clement Rohee in the National Assembly yesterday. (Adrian Narine photos) Government Member of Parliament (MP), Joseph Hamilton, echoed this sentiment and stressed that the issue at hand is to allow for citizens not to be inconvenienced in paying the fines in the districts they were issued. He stated that the fact is that the legislation is a measure to improve road safety by improving the efficiency of the ticketing system. Hamilton maintained that the amendment is useful. Leader of the Alliance for Change (AFC), Khemraj Ramjattan, expressed his support, but like Williams, called for increased action to address the issue of road safety. Nandlall acknowledged the concerns expressed. The Bill passed the House with unanimous support.

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House unanimously passes Bill to expand - first rejected in category of admissible evidence June 2013

By Vanessa Narine AN important Bill seeking to expand the category of experts to present evidence in Court cases without being present received unanimous support in the National Assembly last evening. The Evidence (Amendment) Bill No. 23 of 2013 was first rejected in June last year when it was tabled by Home Affairs Minister Clement Rohee. The Bill was re-tabled in December by Attorney General Anil Nandlall. The legislation seeks to expand the range of documents/ reports that can be admitted as evidence and also provides for an analyst, either from the Guyana Police Force Forensic Laboratory or any other qualified individual, without taking away the right of the accused or the court to test the reliability of the report or certificate presented by the said analyst. According to the Bill, the documents to which section 43 of the Evidence Act applies will now include a certificate or report signed by an analyst who has examined or analyzed, for example, a firearm, a poisonous substance, human blood, bone or tissue and a certificate issued by the National Forensic Lab. In tabling the Bill for its second reading, Minister Nandlall yesterday explained that it seeks simply to expand the category of experts, whose certificates, analysis, reports, or any form of diagnosis or certification, can be admissible in court. He said, “The substantive section (of the Evidence Act) details the number of reports or certificates that are currently admissible in a court of law. This bill seeks to expand those categories.” The AG added that with the advances in technology and the science, similar amendments will have to be made from time to time. “Lawyers in practice will recognise pragmatic value of this,” he said. Nandlall pointed out that the smallest and most trivial of cases, for example assault, presents difficultly when it comes to establishing a case without a medical certificate from certified practitioners. He cited other civil cases, such as those addressing maintenance of children, where the mother is sometimes presented

with the argument that the father is not really the ‘biological’ father and so does not have to support. “One of the surest and effective way in leading such evidence is the use of DNA technology,” the AG said. Nandlall highlighted too the scenario of fuel smuggling, noting that there is difficulty in establishing a case in the absence of an analysis, which is required to ensure the fuel contains the prescribed “marker” and to the correct proportion. “This analysis report is key in establishing this offence,” he said. “This bill will address challenges in establishing cases where the reports or certificates are needed by analysts in different fields.” The AG stated too that the amendment is crafted in such a way that the category can be increased. “This will greatly enhance the way we conduct civil and criminal trials…this legislation has tremendous practical value,” he said. He stressed that the Bill reflects a small amendment of “great value” to both legal practitioners and people depending on the system for dispensation of justice. OVERDUE A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) Member of Parliament (MP), Basil Williams, expressed the main Opposition’s support for the Bill and noted that it is “overdue”. He acknowledged its usefulness in assisting in speeding up trials. “What existed before were only two categories, relative to medical reports and certificates…we welcome the new categories. The importance of speedy trials cannot be understated,” Williams said. The APNU front-bencher called for better enforcement on other pieces of legislation aimed at assisting speedy trials, pointing in particular to the paper committal legislation. “We have not seen much progress in this. Jury trials are still taking a long time, despite paper committals…some people still waiting for years before they come to trial,” he said. The AG returned that the said legislation is currently in effect and can be used by every Magistrate. “I share his (Williams’)

Government’s Chief Whip in Parliament Ms Gail Teixeira with Home Affairs Minister Clement Rohee and Prime Minister Samuel Hinds, yesterday. (Adrian Narine photo) concern that it (the paper committal legislation) is not used as widely as it can be used. As an Executive Officer, there is very little that can be done. The act is lawyer and judiciary driven. There must be a willingness of the legal practitioner and the magistrate,” Nandlall argued. He noted that there is room for collaborations to ensure that the legislation is used with greater frequency. Leader of the Alliance for Change (AFC), Khemraj Ramjattan, also expressed support for the bill, particularly as it relates to supporting the process of speedier legal proceedings. He said, “It is important that this category is widened.” CAUTION However, he voiced the need for caution. According to him, when documentary hearsay evidence becomes admissible, there has to be some means to ensure the integrity of the report or certificate, as well as that of the signatory. “That person’s hearsay and account has to be unassailable,” Ramjattan stressed. He noted that the lack of integrity of persons approved or “prescribed” by the AG or Home Affairs Minister, as members to be classified as scientific

officers and specialist, have to have personal integrity and must come from a system of integrity. The AFC Leader said, “These documents have far reaching implications, to the extent that they can also be used for political purposes…we have to avoid miscarriage of justice because of certain documents. “We can have all the bills presented to bring us up to the present, but we have to have the enforcement to ensure no

injustices. These concerns need to be addressed.” Nandlall put these concerns, which he acknowledged as valid, to rest when he stressed that professional bodies have disciplinary powers over its membership. “Outside of this, very little can be done to ensure experts conduct affairs with rectitude, competence and integrity,” the Attorney General declared. The AG added that, as it

relates to institutional integrity, steps have been taken to ensure this. He added that on the issue of cross examination, great care has been taken by the Police and the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) to ensure those who give evidence are available for cross examination. “This is a good bill,” Nandlall posited. Government MP, Bibi Shaddick, said the legislation brings Guyana further into the present. “We realise that technology is here and we can make use of it, as well as the facilities such as the forensic lab,” she said. The PPP/C Member of Parliament pointed out that the Bill comes at a good time when Guyana has the capacity to produce reports and analysis, adding that with the expansion of the National Forensic Lab, further amendments will come to ensure speedy delivery of justice. “Justice delayed is justice denied,” Shaddick asserted. The National Assembly resolved into Committee to review the Bill, clause by clause, and agreed on one amendment. The Bill was read the third time and passed.

AG tables Bill addressing recording of court proceedings THE Recording of Court Proceedings Bill 2014 was read in the National Assembly for the first time, yesterday. The new legislation was tabled by Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall. The Bill seeks to provide for the recording of court proceedings and related matters. Clause three, of six, establishes the power to record proceedings by electronic or other means. Clause four provides that the Registrar of the Supreme Court or the Clerk of the Magistrate’s Court, as the case may be, shall prepare a transcript of the recorded proceedings. The two final clauses address the verification of the record of proceedings via certificates by those responsible for its accuracy; and provides for access to the transcript and recordings upon payment of a fee, which is to be determined. The Bill is expected to be debated at another sitting of the National Assembly. (V.Narine)

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City Hall transforms Stabroek area in new thrust to restore Georgetown By Shirley Thomas CITY Hall has signalled a new determination to do whatever it takes to drain the city and restore it to its former glory, in the wake of the recent indignation arising from the flash flood that came with Tuesday’s heavy and prolonged rainfall and the ever present and spreading garbage piles. Already tangible steps are

being taken to realise this feat. Beginning Wednesday night, the council in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Works and the Ministry of Local Government embarked on a massive cleanup exercise outside the Public Buildings (Parliament). They targeted, first, the area south of Public Buildings, which accommodates the Linden bus park and to the east of the Public Buildings compound.

The workforce desilted drains around the compound as well as cleaned and washed the parapets on the periphery, while illegal makeshift structures were torn down and carted away. City Engineer, Colwyn Venture made the announcement about the new thrust yesterday at Town Clerk Carol Sooba’s first media briefing for the year, held in her Chambers. Outlining plans for draining

and cleaning the city, Venture said, “We have embarked on major drainage works and hope to restore the city to a state of acceptance, but with the limited resources we have at present.” He is hopeful that with increased resources much more could be done. FUNDAMENTAL INFRINGEMENTS Venture noted that on inspecting strategic parts of the city, it was revealed that there were many fundamental infringements of the city’s bylaws, such as the indiscriminate blocking of waterways and drainage channels and this he blamed to a large extent on vending activities taking place around the city. It was observed also that persons have been building illegal structures in places where they impede the receding of water off the land, while members

Street; King Street (between Regent Street and Robb Street) where persons dispose of waste in the alleyways. ‘JUNKIES’ And noting that vendors contribute a great deal to this hazard, Town Clerk Sooba also spoke about the practice whereby some business owners employ the services of social outcasts (junkies) to dump refuse about the city. Also coming under the hammer are contractors who deposit building materials at the roadside and block drains, cause sand and stone to spill onto roadways and even dare to leave such construction material and illegal constructions and encumbrances after the building would have been completed. ‘ENOUGH IS ENOUGH’ Signalling that enough is enough, City Engineer Venture emphasised, “Businesses are

Meanwhile, regarding the indiscriminate dumping and littering, the council’s Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Jeffrey, almost throwing up her hands in despair, said, “Something is wrong with people…I believe that education is the key.” Noting that her department covers every area, she admitted that a manpower shortage constitutes a serious problem, but assured that the Public Health Department is willing to work with every sector to prevent outbreaks of sickness and disease. ‘CARRY THEM TO THE MEDIA’ Dr. Jeffrey also came up with a novel approach to the problem, calling on persons who see others littering and dumping to “Carry them to the media,” probably via digital photos. And the Chief Constable was of the view that public awareness constitutes a very important part in efforts to keep

Stabroek Market Square and the outskirts of Public Buildings take on a transformed look yesterday (Sonell Nelson photo) of the public and shop owners have been offloading garbage into drains and outfall channels. To this end, and with the distinct intention of alleviating such drainage problems, the city engineer is calling on errant members of the public and owners of businesses to desist from these offensive practices, which have major implications for all city dwellers, as well as visitors to the country. Meanwhile, areas identified as being hotbeds for such wanton environmental malpractices include Regent and Cummings

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warned that those who complete construction and still have building materials on the roads face having them seized. We will seize them, and the owners will have to pay fines to retrieve them.” He also sounded a warning that vendors who have recently set up structures to ply their trade will be removed in the weeks ahead. Venture assured also that the City Council will be trying its utmost to improve drainage and the condition of roads to improve the integrity of the city.

the city clean. He called for public awareness programmes to be launched. “Attitudes must be changed,” he insisted. “Arrest them, have their photos taken and published in the media and elsewhere,” and hopefully that should serve as a deterrent, he added. However, it appears in some cases that even arrests and charges do not deter some people since City Constabulary officers made it known that there are businesses that pay ‘junkies’ and others who will avail themselves to ‘dump’, then the business people pay the court fines.

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Firearms Amendment Bill approved by National Assembly - harsh penalties introduced for illicit trafficking of firearms, ammo - $5M fine plus 10 years imprisonment for anyone convicted By Vanessa Narine HONOURING obligations under international conventions, to which Guyana is a signatory, the National Assembly last evening created a new offence of ‘trafficking in firearms and ammunition’ with the passage of the Firearms (Amendment) Bill 2013. The Bill was moved for a second reading by Attorney General Anil Nandlall, who pointed out that the legislation introduces harsh penalties for those in breach. According to the Bill, a person guilty of an offence under the legislation shall be liable on a summary conviction to a fine of $500,000 and five year imprisonment and on conviction or indictment to a fine of $5M and 10 years imprisonment. “This penalty captures the gravity of this offence…this is of fundamental importance to our country,” Nandlall said. He acknowledged that the initial penal provision was not harsh enough and did not capture the seriousness which the State ought to attach to the prevalence, destruction socially and economically, as well as frequency of the act in question. OBLIGATION He maintained that the international conventions that Guyana has signed on to, devolve an obligation on the nation to ensure passage of legislations like the Firearms (Amendment) Bill.

The AG referenced the Organization of American States’ (OAS) move towards trying to eliminate the deadly trade by adopting the Inter-American Convention Against the Illicit Manufacturing of and Trafficking in Firearms, Ammunition, Explosives, and other Related Materials - the first legally binding regional agreement on illicit firearms trafficking. By signing the Convention, signatory states commit to: * Establishing as criminal offenses the illicit firearms manufacturing and trafficking; * Setting up and maintaining an effective system of licenses and authorizations for the export, import and transit of firearms; * Marking firearms at the time of manufacture, and when they are imported; * Sharing information that is needed by law enforcement officials who are investigating arms trafficking offenses; * Strengthening controls at export points; and * Ensuring that law enforcement personnel receive adequate training. Nandlall acknowledged that through these requirements, the Convention raises regional standards for firearms export controls. According to the OAS, by creating a mechanism for exchanging information, cooperating on investigations, and ensuring that law enforcement personnel are adequately trained,

the convention also increases the regional capacity to identify, investigate and prosecute illicit firearms manufacturers and traffickers. NEEDED “I don’t need to make a case out for the wide use of illicit firearms in Guyana,” Nandlall said. He referenced comments made by Foreign Affairs Minister, Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett, at a prior sitting, who noted that there are an estimated 2.5 million illicit weapons in circulation within South and Latin America. The AG, quoting a statement from the OAS, said, “For arms traffickers, the world is a very small place. If the price is right, these criminals have the capacity to move weapons from country to country, or even from continent to continent.” According to him, examples are plentiful. In January 2001, a West African arms and diamonds dealer emailed a long list of weapons, including sniper rifles, anti-tank weapons, and shoulder-launched surface-to-air missiles, to an Israeli arms dealer operating out of Guatemala. Nandlall said the Israeli forwarded the request to another Israeli, who forwarded it on to one of his contacts in the Nicaraguan military. “The weapons were for the West African’s ‘friends in Africa’. The West African had many friends, included the hor-

rifically brutal Revolutionary United Front in Sierra Leone and America’s enemy number one, al Qaeda. “Fortunately, the deal fell through but not because Nicaragua’s arms export controls were air tight. Less than a year later, the same arms dealer duped the Nicaraguan government into selling them 3000 AK series assault rifles and 2.5 million rounds of ammunition, which he claimed was for the Panamanian National Police. “Instead, the weapons were shipped via boat to Turbo, Colombia, where they ultimately ended up in the hands of the United Self-Defenses Forces of Colombia (AUC) - a paramilitary organization that is on the State Department’s list of international terrorist organizations. “In addition to arming terrorists, the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons (SA/LW) fuels internal conflicts which, in turn, breed the

lawlessness in which terrorism, drug trafficking and other transnational crime thrives. “Latin America is a textbook example of the ill effects of this trade. From armed guerrillas and paramilitaries in Colombia to street gangs in El Salvador, illicitly trafficked and manufactured SA/LW contribute to many of the region’s most pressing problems.” Nandlall stressed that there is a real need to have legislations like the Firearms (Amendment) Bills passed. INDISCRIMINATE USE A Partnership for National Unity’s (APNU) Member of Parliament, Keith Scott, pointed to the dangers of indiscriminate use of legal firearms, a danger that is no less than that of trafficking in firearms and ammunition According to him, there has been an escalation of violent acts and stressed the need for effective social programme to combat this problem. Scott called for the regulation of the use of legal firearms. On that note, he said the role of the Community Policing Group has to be redefined in an effort to avoid the challenge of indiscriminate firearms use. He pointed to the need for the implementation of a continuous policy of destroying illegal weapons and ammunition and referenced the actions taken

in this regard by Trinidad and Tobago, in keeping with United Nations agreement. The AG countered that the Government is well aware that the Bill will not solve all firearms related problems. Nandlall stressed that the Bill should not be viewed in isolation, but as a part, an important part, of the network to wage a war against criminal activity. REFORM CALLS The combined Opposition also voiced calls for reform of the security sector. APNU Member of Parliament (MP), Winston Felix, noted that trafficking in firearms and ammunition is a serious offence, one that has caused much hardship to the Guyanese people. “The purveyors of deaths ought to be dealt with condignly…we feel that persons who trade in firearms must feel the full force of the law,” he said. Felix added, however, that the “law must be given teeth” to address enforcement of the legislation – hence the call for reform of the security sector. “The Police Force must be reformed,” he said, adding that the force has “graduated from the allegations of lighting a teen’s genitals on fire, to now the allegation of brutality that amounts to rape of an individ-

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NEVER TOO OLD TO LEARN

EDITORIAL Poor Guyanese feeling squeeze from drying up of remittances ONE in every ten people around the globe is directly associated with remittances. The U.S. is the largest remittance source country that witnesses outflow of $42 billion annually. Among the various regions of the world, Latin America has the largest and fastest growing remittance flow. It received approximately 40% of remittances sent to developing countries. In fact, the remittance to Latin America exceeds the foreign investment and development aid. The economy of Latin America depends largely on the remittances flow. The rapid increase in Latin America is gradually slowing with more Latin American immigrants adopting U.S. society and thus sending less money home. The migrants who are earning in foreign locations remit on average 12.6 times a year. The average remit amount is in the range of US$150 to US$250 every time. These remittances are used by family, friends or relatives in the home country for their daily expenses. These remittances make up to 10% of their household income. A quarter of remitters usually send money they earned home first, prior to paying their own bills. The remittance rates have shown good growth in spite of a downfall in the U.S. economy. The developing world was estimated to receive US$414 billion in migrant remittances in 2013, an increase of 6.3 percent over the previous year. This is projected to rise to US$540 billion by 2016. Globally, the world’s 232 million international migrants are expected to remit earnings worth US$550 billion this year, and over US$700 billion by 2016, says the latest issue of the World Bank’s Migration and Development Brief. (Source: World Bank). These statistics and information clearly show the important role remittances are playing in the lives of people of the Third World, particularly the poorer sections of society. Our country, Guyana, is part of that remittances scenario as we have a large diaspora population, especially in North America, who send home a sizeable amount of cash for relatives on an annual basis. However, it seems as if this ‘much anticipated’ source of income is now drying up significantly because there have been increasing reports, particularly regarding remittances, of the impacts resulting from the warning by the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF) after Guyana missed the given deadline for the passage of the Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Bill. CFATF at its plenary meeting in November 2013 warned its members to “consider implementing counter measures to their financial systems from the ongoing money laundering and terrorist financing risks” emanating from Guyana. The latest case was published in this newspaper yesterday, where we reported on the increased burden of receiving money sent from overseas. One Guyanese, who requested anonymity, told this newspaper that one of the local money agency had to call their United States office to have the money released, before he could get it. “My sister had to convince them that she was sending money to her brother and before I could get the money, only US$100, there was a long process of verifying,” he told the Chronicle.

THERE is a saying that you are never too old to learn. There is the case of a woman in the United States who, at age ninety, received a degree in journalism from the University of Oklahoma. record, however, will soon be broken when 95-year-old Nola Ochs, also from the United States, graduate in a month’s time with a degree in history. And the list is long of persons who in their advanced years have completed university degrees. Not only is one never too old to learn. One is also never too rich or too famous to benefit from higher education. Only recently, Prince William took the bold decision to go back to school where he is currently pursuing a course in agricultural management. The fact is that everyone is better off with education and knowledge. We do things much better when we are guided by theory.

Regardless of the kinds of job we do, the application of theory is always an asset. I thought of sharing these ideas if only to reinforce the point that the key to success in life lies in the pursuit of knowledge and skills. Nations have been lifted out of poverty and backwardness because of the high emphasis they have placed in the development of their human resources. This is why investment in what is described as” human capital” is of such great importance. No country worth its salt can afford to ignore its human capital. As someone once put it, “if education is too costly, try ignorance”. HYDAR ALLY

Why only periodic drain-clearing exercises by City Hall? AS is to be expected at every sustained period of rainfall, another such occurrence has again exacted the same results on a city and sections of its coastal environs: widespread flooding, with every canal and waterway overflowing their reservoirs; residents suffering the now accustomed experience of water invading their homes, even damaging their household effects in the nightmare that has become their lot, and businesses suffering losses, whenever mother nature sprinkles. The causes of this perennial fact, we all are aware, and will not be repeated. If it is, then it is to only remind that part of the problem and even the solution rests with some of our citizenry – indiscriminate dumping of garbage that accounts for a significant percentage of the choked drains that has become our experience. Not a fatalistic resignation, by any reckoning, that such is accepted by citizens; instead, the sad realisation that the Mayor & City Council (M&CC), cannot provide the service of clearing the City’s drainage system, and implementing a daily regime of maintenance. In fairness to City Hall, they cannot be blamed for the dumping mania. One empathises with them for a practice that is symptomatic of a habit that can only be described as gross filthy and disregarding on the part of citizens whose acts are beyond the description of shameful. But then one should refer to a gradual situation of neglect, by the Council, of this important routine, even before the unnatural act of dumping became a fact, unlawful, of daily city behaviour. Why should there only be periodic drain-clearing exercises by City Hall, when such should be continuous? The latter action would, one argues, greatly alleviate the constancy of the now expected deluge, particularly in the uninhibited draining of affected parts. No one can stop the now larger volumes of rain that are a part of present day weather phenomenon, here, and in many other regions of the globe. However, it is within the power of the relevant authorities, the M&CC in this specific instance, in ensuring a quality and When contacted by this newspaper, the consensus from two major money transfer companies in Guyana, Western Union and Money Gram, was that additional verifications are needed, in the absence of the updated AML/CFT legislation. A senior official from Western Union’s head office in Jamaica was unavailable for comment on the step-by-step procedure being currently used. A supervisor with MoneyGram, Darshanie Persaud, with the Neal and Massy Services Limited (NMSL), the financial services arm of the Neal and Massy Guyana Group of Companies, however, confirmed the challenges with the new procedure. She explained that some transfers are placed on hold until the office in the sender’s country can convey additional confirmations to allow the money’s release. “Sometimes we need a copy of the sender’s passport or identification card and once we clear confirmation in the sender’s country we release the money,” Persaud said. When spokespersons from the government warned about the adverse effects of the non-passage of the AML/CFT Bill, the parliamentary political Opposition dismissed it as being an exaggeration and accused the government of rattling up panic to defend their irresponsible and anti-national position of not allowing the legislation to pass to meet the required deadline. Well the bite is now being felt and poor people will suffer. The Opposition should now tell the nation of how happy they are with respect to poor people not being able to receive remittances because they blatantly refused to support the AML/CFT Bill. But the Guyanese people should be clear as to whether the parliamentary political Opposition is working in their interests and that of the country, or are they working towards furthering their narrow and selfish political agenda. In the meantime, remittances from abroad are ‘drying up’.

competent system of keeping our waterways and drainage systems in a manner that can prevent the constancy of flooding that whenever, it occurs, occasions loss of millions to our business community, and even to private citizens. Is this beyond the remit of City Hall? If it is, then it should cease to exist! MATTHEW HENSON

A paid piper who sings once the price is right BEFORE I delve into our discussion today I shall make a slight correction to an earlier statement I made. In a letter published by the Guyana Chronicle captioned, ‘We want justice for little Kimanie’. I might have unconsciously alluded to the theory that Cuba is a place where suspect training of medical personnel is carried out or a place where the training of its doctors are of poor quality, far from it. If I did, which certain salient points in that article seems to suggest, I sincerely apologise to the government and people of that great country. Cuba has been producing trained graduates in all facets of Guyanese society, honest and ambitious people who are making a worthwhile contribution to our country, and I applaud the Spanish speaking sister territory for this. Cuba has done yeoman service for Guyana, therefore, I must temper my remarks but when you are dealing with bogus individuals masquerading under the facade of a doctor one has to pull out all the stops. Let me highlight those areas of gross misrepresentations where this so called doctor is concerned. He is supposed to be a trained paediatrician who came back to Guyana sometime during the late 1980s to practice his nefarious science. His paediatric skills fall woefully short of being called a ‘trained doctor’ hence his qualifications and skill can be questioned by the number of infant mortalities that were occasioned at his hands. You talk to the personnel of some city hospitals who had the unfortunate experience of his service and you will get the morbid picture of this man. As a paediatrician he has done a horrific job. Realising how dismal his record is he has now resigned himself to become an ‘expert witness’ in high profile cases where some form of a medical report is required in order for him to eke out a miserable existence. Like his compatriot Nigel Hughes, he is a paid piper who can sing any tune once the price is right. In this regard, he readily avails himself to represent cases involving criminals of the worst kind with these bogus reports. In one of these cases he came as an expert witness in ballistics, a medical doctor turned ballistics expert, thankfully in that case the presiding judge was keen enough to question the evidence thus making a fool out of him. So, this ‘doctor’ is in his own rights a political emissary not a medical doctor, planted there to see to it that criminals go free. I am of the firm opinion that this man should be given the treatment he deserves whenever and wherever he surfaces. He must be exposed for all his evil deeds and his reports treated with the contempt it deserves. NEIL ADAMS

GUYANA CHRONICLE Friday January 17, 2014

New River not Guyana’s only remaining pristine untouched areas of Guyana’s Forest

- survey of full resource base of the area required (The following statement was issued yesterday by Hon. Robert Persaud, Minister of Natural Resources and the Environment) IN the recent APNU’s Weekly Press Briefing on January 10, 2014 the New River area was named to be the “last pristine untouched area of the Guyana forest”. This statement was made by APNU and in particular its Vice Chairman, Dr. Rupert Roopnarine. Dr. Roopnarine perhaps was at the time seeking to justify his party’s much-criticized objection to an assessment of the area’s mineral resources through a Permission for a Geological and Geophysical Survey. However, the APNU commentary, which called for an assessment of the biodiversity of the area to be done is welcomed and shows a keen interest in recognising forest for not only timber but also for rich biodiversity value. One of the key resource base of the New River area is its biodiversity resources; but the resource base of this area is not limited to just biodiversity but also to forest carbon sequestration services, potential eco-tourism activities, research and technical studies, bioprospecting and minerals and timber. Planning for a forest area of these characteristics, or more aptly called High Conservation Value Forest, requires adequate

information, effective foresight and strategic coordination. For these reasons, it was identified as essential to effectively assess/ survey the full resource base of this area. With these points in context, and a clear call for an

MINISTER ROBERT PERSAUD assessment of the resource base (biodiversity referred to by Dr. Roopnarine), it would be somewhat partial and incomplete to only recognise the need to assess the resource base as it relates to biodiversity, for this area. All resources, including minerals must be included to know the true value and wealth of an area. The results of such assessment along with other non-environmental related considerations, should determine

how and to what use the area is put as it would be premature to make a decision with incomplete information, or to make a decision with no information. This decision when effectively assessed and with adequate information, can mean that an area can be allocated for conservation, sustainable utilisation, allocation as titled lands to Indigenous peoples, area management as community conservation area, a national protected area, or a wide gamut of options. This kind of strategising requires not just some information, but full information on the resource base. This has been and remains the thinking of the Ministry of Natural Resources and the Environment as an activity that relates to not only the New River area but other areas, and there are others, that have high conservation value or as some may refer to, as pristine areas. Dr. Roopnarine referred to the New River area as the last pristine untouched area of Guyana’s forest. National level assessment of forest cover, for not only the historic period but also covering current periods, conclude that the New River area is a pristine and untouched area, like most areas in the south of Guyana, but it’s not the only remaining pristine area of forest in Guyana. National assessment con-

ducted under Guyana REDD+ programme, which have been subject to independent verification and certified as accurate, have concluded that Guyana has a total area of forest remaining as at end of 2012 (assessments for year 2013 is currently ongoing), of 18,487,876 hectares. This assessment applies international definitional standards for forest under a climate change programme and set based on the Marrakech Accords. This area has remained largely intact following years of historic and ongoing current utilisation activities. Summarizing all of this at national scale, one can look to Guyana’s rate of deforestation which has ranged between 0.02% to 0.079% over the 22 years. This substantiates the fact that the vast majority of Guyana’s forest remains intact to this day, even with continuous utilisation activities ongoing and has been maintained this way owing to the existing functional framework of sustainable management. From another perspective, Intact Forest Landscape which are defined, among other secondary variable, as area of

contiguous (unbroken) blocks of 50,000 hectares that excludes all allocated land utilisation activities (forestry, mining, agriculture, settlements/villages/ communities, infrastructure), has totalled to 7,604,580 hectares. This area has only change minimally over the past three years when formal monitoring began on this. And for areas that are allocated for utilisation, this is done within a framework of sustainable management, for example, in the case of forest concession where timber extraction is strictly regulated with a Code of Practice, among other requirements. Another point of note is the allocation of pristine forest to the National Protected Area System. Within the past two years, the protected areas within Guyana’s forest have increased to four Protected Areas that come under the scope of the Protected Areas Act. They are: Iwokrama, Shell Beach, Kanuku Mountains and Kaieteur National Park. Altogether these account for a total of 1,141,000 hectares designated as Protected Areas. These areas represent pristine areas of forest that have been in this state for centuries

and continue to be in a pristine condition even in present time when forest, globally, are undergoing pressures for utilisation and extractive type activities. With these points in context, whilst the New River area is a pristine forest area of Guyana, it is most certainly NOT THE ONLY remaining pristine, untouched area of Guyana’s forest. The Ministry of Natural Resources and the Environment is confident that, as like-minded Guyanese including our partners working within the political Opposition, we share the common goal of wanting to see our forest remain for future generations, and in doing so maintaining the wide range of goods and services which the forest provide, including biodiversity, forest carbon, timber and minerals. Finding the best way to do this can present multiple options and we must remain openminded in our approach as there may not be a single best solution but several workable solutions that can be implemented to address the development challenges that confront us.

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Countering AML/CFT Bill…

Guyana hosting Luncheon says Gov’t Howard University Hospital Medical committed to solution even with longest odds Association reunion By Telesha Ramnarine

By Telesha Ramnarine GUYANA will be hosting a reunion of the prestigious Howard University Hospital Medical Association from January 16 to 21, Head of the Presidential Secretariat, Dr. Roger Luncheon announced yesterday. Speaking at his weekly post-Cabinet media briefing in Office of the President, Shiv Chanderpaul Drive, Georgetown, he said a team of more than 40 Washington DC-based area medical practitioners will include Guyana’s very own David Aubrey Gooray from Essequibo. According to Dr Luncheon, the mission is medical education and the team will deliver six hours of lectures to hundreds of Guyanese medical practitioners at the Guyana International Convention Centre. This will be done over two days of activities on January 17 and 18 and the group will also be exploring the forging of professional and academic ties with the medical staff at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC). During their reunion, the team would host a special event on January 20 to honour the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King (Jnr). That would take place at 09:00hrs in the Pegasus Hotel and the visitors would depart Guyana on January 21.

THE political Opposition, particularly A Partnership for National Unity (APNU), is yet to provide Guyana with a comprehensive report of its position against the provisions in the amended Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Bill. Conversely, the Government has noted the willingness of the Alliance for Change (AFC) to support the legislation on certain conditions. “They (AFC) are willing. At least we give them credit. They are willing to say how and under what conditions they would support a bill that would have prevented blacklisting of Guyana. That is much more than APNU has said and done,” Secretary to the Cabinet, Dr. Roger Luncheon observed yesterday. He spoke on the issue during his usual post-Cabinet media briefing at Office of the

President, Shiv Chanderpaul Drive, in Georgetown. Luncheon, also Head of the Presidential Secretariat, said: “Our nightmare is the Opposition is yet to timely provide Guyana with what they think will work, the solution.” PROFOUNDLY DEFECTIVE

“We return to a January 16 sitting of the National Assembly with an Opposition that would have us believe that there is something that is so profoundly defective with the bill that blacklisting of Guyana is a justifiable option. “My whole thrust today is what are we engaging around? Do we have a meaningful discourse? What are you putting on the table? What do you have against this bill? What do you have to replace it?” Despite a Parliamentary Special Select Committee made possible months of meetings

Surprise verdict shocks trial judge as…

Alleged killer in stepfather murder case freed - prosecuting counsel serves notice of intention to appeal - three others to face retrial

By George Barclay IN a surprise verdict at the Demerara Assizes yesterday, which the trial judge described as “shocking”, the alleged killer in the stepfather murder case was freed by the jury. However, the jury disagreed on a verdict with respect to the other accused Shamiza Khan, called ‘Sham’; Hoosman Khan, called ‘Strong Man’ and Bibi Farida Khan, called ‘Pum’. The disagreement was in proportion of eight saying ‘not guilty’ and four saying ‘guilty’. They were on trial for the murder of Motilall Singh of Windsor Forest, West Coast of Demerara, on September 7, 2009, after it was alleged he was stabbed 21 times by the number one accused, Bissoondial Mahadeo, who later claimed that the police had used violence on him to obtain a confession. Yesterday morning Justice Navindra Singh summed up the evidence to the jury in three hours. The jury then took four hours to reach their verdict of not guilty in respect of Bissoondial and disagreement in relation to the other three accused.

Following the jury’s verdict of not guilty in relation to the number one accused, the shocked senior prosecuting counsel, Mrs. Judith Gildharie-Mursalin promptly presented to the judge a Notice of Intention to Appeal against a verdict of acquittal under Section 33C (1) of the Court of Appeal Act, Chapter 3:01, as amended by the Court of Appeal (Amendment) Act No. 4 of 2010. The Registrar of the Supreme Court was served with a notice that the Director of Public Prosecutions desires to appeal against the verdict of acquittal. The freed accused was then told that he was free to leave the dock. He was followed by his lawyer Mr. Glenn Hanoman. They would now have to await their summons from the DPP in relation to the appeal against the verdict of acquittal. Even Senior Counsel, Mr. Bernard De Santos whose clients will have to face a retrial was saddened by the situation and noted that something went wrong.

Shamiza Khan and Bibi Farida Khan

Bissondial Mahadeo and Hoosman Khan

on the issue, Guyana is still nowhere close to an understanding of an Opposition solution, Luncheon pointed out. He said: “To this day, no one has seen and nowhere has there been presented by anything or anyone in APNU colours a comprehensive APNU position against the provisions in the amended bill. And, importantly, what their alternative proposals are. No one, nowhere, nothing and there are people, Guyanese, public figures who join them in defending this position.” Dr Luncheon recalled how

“We willing to tie hands with the devil to avert further deterioration…. (but) our nightmare is the Opposition is yet to timely provide Guyana with what they think will work, the solution.”

– Dr Roger Luncheon

DR ROGER LUNCHEON every conceivable effort was made by the Administration to avoid blacklisting. “And after the November 18 decision of the CFATF Plenary, every decision that is made by the other jurisdictions to blacklist hurts us, hurts this country. Every such decision. And it encourages us to engage in every conceivable effort. You might say we willing to tie hands with the devil to avert further deterioration.” He said the situation with regards to the bill is continuing to worsen. “Our last engagement with the Private Sector attests to that fact. So, even if it was the longest of odds, this Administration is committed to exploring with the Opposition having the bill enacted.”

Firearms Amendment Bill approved ... From page 5

ual in their custody. He called for reforms that would see focus on enforcement, which will give citizens the assurance that Guyana’s security forces are here to protect, not brutalize them. Home Affairs Minister, Clement Rohee, told the National Assembly that Guyanese are “justified” in calling for better security forces. He made it clear that there are significant efforts to address the improvement of the security forces. The efforts to achieve improvements in the security sector, he said, are seen in the Firearms (Amendment) Bill. According to him, the approach in this regard sends a strong signal of Government’s intent to address the existing challenges. The minister alluded to the practice of polygraph testing to ensure ranks handling various matters have clean hands and are not involved in said matters. Alliance for Change (AFC) MP, Moses Nagamootoo, in his contribution pointed to the need for “responsible and efficacious leadership” – factors that are important. “We have to see in practical way, that when we reform law, enforcement follows,” Nagamootoo said. Meanwhile, the Attorney General maintained that the calls for reform are based on concerns that are already addressed by legislation. He said the question should therefore be one of enforcement, not the absence of law. Nandlall said, “There is a whole plethora of changes to the police force; increase assets of force, human resource, training, education….there is a major security reform project that touches on concern of security sector.” He acknowledged the concerns and made it clear that the Bill is not the “end all” of the fight against wrongful use of firearms and trafficking in firearms and ammunition. “There is much more to be done,” Nandlall declared. MPs resolved into committee and one amendment was made with the addition of a clause before the Bill passed Committee. The Bill was unanimously passed by the House.

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Old Kai: Chronicles of Guyana

Opposition dying ‘a slow death’ with its one-seat majority OLD Kai hears it almost daily from the Opposition hacks. In their efforts to drum up invisible support for what has become a dying campaign by both the AFC and APNU during this life of parliament, they never hesitate to refer to the PPP/C being bought slightly under the 50% mark in the last general and regional elections. When one listens to either Granger or Ramjattan and their monologues, someone unfamiliar with the elections results would automatically believe one of them would definitely become the next President of Guyana. Old Kai could however, understand their resort to this combined one-seat majority they share in the National Assembly as two years on since the last elections, it is the only thing they have to show the Guyanese people. Nothing else! They have failed and failed miserably. They have been exposed and they try very

expected a bit more with all the grandstanding, the expertise and articulated solution for every problem Guyana faced in the lead up to the last election. Reality has come crashing down and the gulf between officials of the ruling party and the Opposition in terms of competence in administering the affairs of Government is patently evident.

Why would the Opposition try to jeopardize Guyana’s future and that of our children? Alas, that is Machiavellian politics for you, the art of deception! hard to hide behind that one seat majority. But all Guyanese have now seen them for what they are and have witnessed their level of incompetence. Truth be told, even supporters of the ruling party are embarrassed for the Opposition politicians as, quite frankly, they

OPPOSITION LEADER DAVID GRANGER

AFC LEADER KHEMRAJ RAMJATTAN

On the other hand, embarrassment is an understatement for the average Opposition supporter. They are now asking themselves some serious questions as never before

had they had cause to wonder about the sincerity of their leaders towards their very own support bases. They were led to believe that the PPP/C Government was deliberately sidelining Opposition supporters and the Opposition used every opportunity to inject a racial/ethnic connotation in this regard. That was in the lead up to the November 26, 2011 elections but here was the Opposition pushing for all GPL consumers to pay a 22% increase, while the PPP/C party was fighting to let government absorb that cost rather than passing it down to consumers. All Guyanese but particularly Opposition supporters were perplexed; ‘why would the APNU and AFC do this to us?’ they thought. Amerindians were left completely out in the cold, after the LCDS was cut where significant funding was directed to hinterland communities; monies to rehabilitate interior airstrips were cut from the budget, funding to train young Amerindian entrepreneurs and which provided solar panel sets in Amerindian homes were affected and, most recently, the Opposition attempted to deny Amerindian children the provision of school buses to save them from the long distances they usually have to trek to attend school. The people in Region 7 who voted in a narrow margin for the AFC and then APNU to come out on top and be in charge of the Regional Administration wondered aloud, ‘are these the same people who spoke and interacted with us during the last elections?’ Why would they try to jeopardize our future and that of our children? Alas, that is Machiavellian politics for you, the art of deception. (To be continued)

Local Authorities (Elections) Amendment Bill withdrawn MINISTER of Local Government and Regional Development, Mr Ganga Persaud, yesterday, withdrew the Local Authorities (Elections) (Amendment) Bill 2013, after a blunder with the gazetted version of the document. Persaud explained that the Bill, up for its second reading, had to be withdrawn because the version in the Gazette is different from the one finalised for submission. The minister tabled the correct Amendment. The Bill provides for the postponement of elections of councillors of local democratic organs. It was read a first time on December 12, 2013. (Vanessa Narine)

New Indian High Commissioner and Colombian Ambassador appointed CABINET has approved the appointment of His Excellency Vankatachalam Mahalingam as the residential High Commissioner of India to Guyana. It also approved the appointment of His Excellency Luis Eladio Perez Bonilla as the non-resident Ambassador of Colombia to Guyana, Head of the Presidential Secretariat, Dr. Roger Luncheon told reporters yesterday. Ambassador Bonilla will be resident in Caracas, Venezuela.

Minister Ganga Persaud, APNU’s Carl Greenidge and Clerk of the National Assembly Sherlock Isaacs yesterday.

Luncheon urges innovative thinking to fix city drainage defects

- says planned and executed solution by City Council a ‘non-starter’ By Telesha Ramnarine IN light of a City Council planned and executed solution being a “non-starter”, innovative thinking is needed to fix the defects being uncovered with the current drainage situation in Georgetown, Secretary to the Cabinet Dr Roger Luncheon told reporters yesterday. Speaking at his weekly post-Cabinet press briefing at Office of the President in Georgetown, Dr Luncheon said the 84 mm of rainfall overnight represents another round of flooding that has induced despair among residents.

“Extremes in the weather patterns are now unavoidable, part of the reality of climate change. Not doing anything, however, about drainage is not unavoidable. “The City Council and drainage is not a problem that is unknown to us and we have the more recent example of the multi-stakeholders’ interventions in the December 2013 rains that similarly affected the city. “In Cabinet’s discussion, interventions along those lines pointed to an appropriate direction, a way forward. The situation, Cabinet felt, now calls for more aggressive thinking on the part of stakeholders. Cabinet’s contention is the time for action is now,” Luncheon stated.

“INNOVATIVE THINKING” IN HOPE CANAL Luncheon also referred to the need for the Hope Canal to become operational, a project which he believes comes under the “innovative thinking” that he alluded to earlier. Meanwhile, the $3.6B East Demerara Water Conservancy (EDWC) Northern Relief Channel, well known as Hope Canal, has missed the scheduled December 31, 2013 deadline. The major reason is that the contractor implementing the eight-door sluice component of the project has completed just about 50 percent of the task so far. Considering that the project is being built for the first time in Guyana, and will be a major engineering construction achievement done by Guyanese engineers and workers, the Ministry of Agriculture has extended the deadline of commissioning the project by two months. In addition, the ministry is working with the contractor to have more than 90 percent of the work completed in order to have the project become functional by February 14.

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Colwyn Harding sexual abuse matter…

Assistant Superintendent among eight - Brumell says lack of supervision allowed ranks transferred ordeal; probe to wrap up by Tuesday By Leroy Smith POLICE Commissioner Leroy Brumell has confirmed that eight members of the Guyana Police Force (GPF), besides Constable 19175 Devin Mahendra Singh, have been removed from the Timehri Police Station, East Bank Demerara. Singh, who resides at Lot 125 Third Street, Mon Repos, ECD, was the first rank to be removed from the station and placed under close arrest following the sexual assault committed on 23-year-old Liang Avenue resident Colwyn Harding in November last year. At a press conference called yesterday to clear the air, Commissioner Brumell addressed the concerns and questions of the media with respect to the sexual assault and torture of the young Harding while in police custody. Also present at that press conference were the Crime Chief, the Administration and Operations Officers, and the ‘A’ Division Commander, under whose supervision the Timehri Police Station falls. Commissioner Brumell admitted that lack of supervision of Constable Singh caused the prisoner to be abused, but he promised that investigations into the matter would continue and several persons would be questioned, including police officers, court orderlies, prosecutors, medical staff, and per-

sons who were simultaneously incarcerated with Harding. He added that by Tuesday of next week, the Police Office of Professional Responsibilities (OPR) would complete investigating the matter and forward their findings to the Director of Public Persecutions (DPP) for advice. The Commissioner said those ranks implicated in the matter and those who have been transferred have all denied that the 23-year-old Harding had been raped with a baton whilst in police custody. They have even denied that he had been

reported, Harding was reported as having been “assaulted”. There was nothing to suggest that a baton had been used in the manner alleged, nor was the severity of the matter ventilated until Harding’s mother had spoken with ‘A’ Division Commander George Vyphius, who learnt the sordid details of the incident through a recording the woman played for him, wherein her son had detailed the ordeal of the abuse. Brumell said he has respond to Harding’s attorney in respect to the one-hundred-million-dol-

Colwyn Harding as he lay helpless on his hospital bed assaulted whilst in custody. Responding to queries as to why only on Monday -- almost two months after the abuse of Harding -- was the cop who had been fingered as the perpetrator of the assault placed on arrest, Commissioner Brumell said that when the matter was first

lar ($100M) compensation being sought. He said he told the attorney that good sense should be allowed to prevail in this matter, and compensation should await completion of the investigation, including after the file would have been sent to, and returned

Harding was being treated for hernia related complications – Health Minister MINISTER of Health Dr. Bheri Ramsaran yesterday told the National Assembly that Colwyn Harding, the man alleged to have been sexually assaulted by a policeman, lost a portion of his intestines through gangrene. An investigation is currently ongoing on the claim made that Harding was sexually assaulted by a member or members of the Guyana Police Force while in custody at the Timehri Police Station. Minister Ramsaran, responding to ‘Questions without Notice’ posed to him by A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) Member of Parliament, Winston Felix who asked about the extent of Harding’s injuries, said he was being treated for “incarcerated hernia” and subsequent complications. Dr. Ramsaran explained that a part of Harding’s bowel was found to be gangrenous in the right scrotal sack and emergency surgery was done on December 18 to remove it. However, this was subsequently followed by a breakdown of the rejoined intestines. “This led to certain serious internal complications including septic conditions within the abdomen. This meant that the patient had to be reopened coming out of the first operation,” he

Health Minister Dr Bheri Ramsaran speaking in the National Assembly yesterday stated. The Health Minister said while Harding lost a length of his intestines, he has recovered sufficiently for doctors to try and reattach them. Dr. Ramsaran said Harding was being treated for a serious hernia and subsequent complications. Referring to the allegation that a policeman had pushed a baton into Harding’s anus, he said, “Any doubting of this will put under question the professional code of professionals. I’m saying, Mr. Speaker, the juxtaposition to the Opposition needs to be analysed…our surgical professionals are saying that this patient was operated on

because of pains in the right scrotal area,” Dr. Ramsaran said. The minister was firm in his conviction that his report was based on his “trust in the professionalism” of the doctors. Felix, a former Police Commissioner, also questioned the availability of colostomy bags which, since his hospitalisation, Harding had been using. Minister Ramsaran gave the assurance that these bags were in stock and would be available. The Opposition MP was also informed that the GPHC does not attach any cost for medical treatment and that the necessary skills to deal with Harding’s case were available locally. He added however, that all patients are entitled to a second opinion should they wish one. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Home Affairs is awaiting the submission of a report on this matter from the Guyana Police Force. “The Ministry of Home Affairs expects that condign action will be taken by the Commissioner of Police against the Rank(s) found culpable after a speedy, full and proper investigation is conducted into the allegation and legal advice sought from the Chambers of the Director of Public Prosecutions,” the ministry stated.

Police Commissioner Leroy Brumell and part of his top brass from, the DPP. Crime Chief Seelall Persaud noted there was a breach of the standard operating procedures at both the level of the GPF ranks who dealt with the matter initially and prison officers to whom the prisoner reported his abuse while on remand. Despite the incident having occurred in November, Commander George Vyphius said, he knew nothing of the matter prior to being apprised by the commissioner. He pointing out that at the time he was alerted about the matter, he had just taken over operation of ‘A’ Division. It is not clear if the now deceased A Division Commander Derrick Josiah had been aware of the incident, and if any investigation had been underway. Despite the ongoing investigation, the police have not yet visited Harding to get a

statement from him. A statement was, however, taken from his mother, it has been reported. The police top brass could not say if Constable Singh had ever previously been reprimanded for a similar act or for acts which can be considered unprofessional in conduct, given the nature of his job. However, they vowed that, during the investigations, checks would be made on all those details, and findings would be made public. The police top brass could also not say why Constable Singh had been the only one placed on close arrest, when Harding, in his recording, would have identified other officers who were involved in his brutalization. The GPF top brass have steadfastly denied that the process of charging a civilian is faster than what obtains in re-

spect to a police officer. Crime Chief Seelall Persaud said charges are laid based on the statements and evidence gathered during an investigation. Things are done in stages. Persaud has said the same procedures are applicable when investigating both civilians and police officers. He admitted, however, that it has become a practice that matters reported in the press tend to get faster attention, and investigations thereof tend to move a bit faster. Since the occurrence of Harding’s alleged sexual abuse incident, many persons, including those from the Home Affairs Ministry, have come out in condemnation of the act, with the ministry describing the actions of some police personnel as being a mockery of the ongoing police reform process.

Finance Minister tables two supplementary financial papers

- one for $1.1 billion, the other for $412.3 million By Vanessa Narine FINANCE Minister Dr. Ashni Singh, yesterday, tabled two supplementary financial papers. The first, a $1.1B paper, reflects advance made from the contingencies fund for the period 2013-11-06 to 2013-12-31. The listed expenditures on this paper are in relation to: additional electricity subsidy to Linden Electricity Company Inc (LINMINE) and Kwakwani Utilities Inc.; to clean up campaign in Georgetown; payment of additional stipend and tuition fees for Government of Guyana sponsored students; execution of additional drainage and irrigation works; providing additional support to Transport and Harbours Department; and clean up exercise at schools within the Georgetown District following heavy rainfall, among others. A provision for assistance to Philippines following typhoon Haiyan, Somalia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, St. Lucia and Dominica is also included on the paper. Minister Dr Ashni Singh Informed by the needs analysis of the Caribbean addressing the National Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDMA), reAssembly yesterday cently made public, Cabinet approved the transfer of some US$275,000 to St. Vincent and the Grenadines and St. Lucia. The countries were hit by the torrential rains and high winds, which caused deaths and severe damage to property and infrastructure over the period December 23 to 25. The second financial paper is for $412.3m, which is a supplementary provision on the capital estimates for the period ended 2013-12-31. Included in this provision are amounts for additional inflows specific to drainage and irrigation works including control structures, gates, culverts, bridges, pump station and rehabilitation of channels and consultancy services; additional inflows specific to upgrading of roads, construction of core homes and supply of materials and labour for the construction of houses under the hinterland pilot component; and additional inflows specific to the purchase of furniture and equipment to enhance the institutional capacity of the Court of Appeal, Commercial Court, Director of Public Prosecutions Chambers, Ministry of Legal Affairs; establishment of Law Revision Department; rehabilitation of courtrooms; purchase of transformer and administrative expenses. Both financial papers are expected to be considered at the next sitting of the National Assembly.

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Terry Holder eulogised at thanksgiving service - hundreds of mourners, sympathisers attend funeral By Shirley Thomas

A THANKSGIVING Service in celebration of the life of Mr. Terence Ormonde Holder was held, on Wednesday, at St. Andrew’s Kirk, Brickdam and Avenue of the Republic. That followed a period of viewing of the body at Merriman’s Funeral Home, Lime and Bent Streets, Work-en-Rust, also in Georgetown, earlier in the day. The worship service gathered together hundreds of mourners and sympathisers, having journeyed from various destinations both within and without Guyana, all with one accord to share in the grief of the bereaved relatives and to pay their last respects to someone who was hailed as a champion broadcaster in Guyana, among other respected portfolios.

Holder, former Deputy General Manager of the Guyana Telephone & Telegraph Company Ltd (GT&T) and former President and Secretary General of the Caribbean Broadcasting Union (CBU), died at his Lama Avenue, Bel Air Park residence on Wednesday January 8 last. Among those at the Thanksgiving Service were Prime Minister, Samuel Hinds; Speaker of the National Assembly, Raphael Trotman; Leader of the Opposition, Brigadier (ret’d) David Granger, other A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) Parliamentarian, Basil Williams and overseas-based associates, including Dr. Arlington Chesney, veteran broadcaster Rafiq Khan, (longtime friend of Holder) Brij Parasnath and others. There was an outpouring of moving tributes by friends,

Terry Holder’s longtime friend, Brij Parasnath, paying a tribute at the funeral service associates and family members, including representatives of the Rotary Club of Georgetown, the Guyana Manufacturers Association, the GT&T, the GBC US-based chapter; the Guyana Cricket Board, as well as in song by ‘The Circle of Love’ and family members of Holder. GRACIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED

Among the dignitaries at the Thanksgiving Service for Mr. Terrence Holder, seated from left (front row), are Prime Minister Samuel Hinds; Mr. Llewellyn John; APNU Parliamentarian, Mr. Basil Williams; Opposition Leader, Brigadier (ret’d) David Granger; Speaker of the National Assembly, Mr. Raphael Trotman, West Indies superstar batsman, Shivnarine Chanderpaul, and his son Tagenarine (Sonell Nelson photos)

Mr. Ramesh Dookhoo said Holder’s contribution to the many organisations he belonged were graciously acknowledged. To the Guyana Manufacturers’ Association (GMA), he was considered a valuable member, with a quiet sense of fair play and justice and one who always volunteered his time and resources to get things done. He was a respected colleague, noble to the cause and always very steadfast and willing, credited as someone upon whom you could depend and a fillip to any organisation of which he formed part. “We have lost a valuable member. Terence Holder will not be easily forgotten. Many years down the road, when faced with situations, we would still be asking: ‘How would Terry Holder have handled this?’ Dookhoo stated. In conclusion, Dookhoo observed that Holder was a genuine family man, friend and colleague, who touched many lives and leaves behind a rich legacy for the membership to follow. Ms. Pamela Briggs, GT&T Director of Consumer Services, said Holder was a ‘consummate professional’, eloquent, cool and glib. “He had the art of smoothing a rough package with words and was respected for his oratory,” she said, recalling, too, that he, greatly, impacted the lives of GT&T employees. Briggs said he was able to bridge relationships between management and staff through his resonant leadership style and the way he had the welfare of staff at heart. He was also eminently concerned about consumers, justice and fair play. Through his involvement and experience in the communications field, Holder had come to be respected as a virtual communications icon at GT&T, hence such responsibilities often devolved on him, as in the case of the GT&T Christmas Annual which was his brainchild. Noting how much he will be missed by the management and staff of GT&T, the organisation resolves to find strength in knowing that he lived a full life. Representative of the GBC US-Chapter, Mr. Patrick Patterson lauded Holder as someone who provided leadership of the highest order, a man of fortitude and always ready to face challenge. He said Holder’s character epitomised the saying that ‘Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass, but about dancing in the rain and, indeed this world is a better place because of people like Terry Holder.’ SPORTS AMBASSADORS

The casket bearing the remains of Terrence Ormonde Holder, being taken out of the St. Andrew’s Kirk following the service. Among the pallbearers is West Indies superstar batsman, Shivnarine Chanderpaul

Rafiq Khan hailed Holder as one of the greatest Sports Ambassadors Guyana ever produced and, in this regard, his contribution to cricket, track and field as well as his passion for how he engineered them to fame was acknowledged, especially amongst now prominent cricketers. Holder was credited as the godfather of sports broadcasting

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COURTS continues to reward customers with cars - Enmore electrician is latest winner

Mr. Francois Foo receives his car key from Director of Marketing, Molly Hassan in the presence of other staffers of the giant furniture store, Courts Guyana Inc.

‘TIMELY ACQUISITION’: Electrician, François Foo, is all smiles as he stands by the new car he won from Courts Guyana Inc (Adrian Narine photos)

COURTS Guyana Inc brought smiles to the face of yet another customer on Wednesday, when the keys to a brand new Mazda motor car was handed over as part of the company’s 2013 Christmas promotion. The winner of the vehicle is electrician, Francois Foo, who declared that it came at the right time, since he never owned any and was in the process of ordering one online. He said he had saved close to $2M by the win from Courts and he is elated to be able to cancel the order. Meanwhile, Marketing Director at Courts, Ms. Molly Hassan disclosed that, from the inception, the company set out to ensure that it gives back to its customers in many different ways and the 2013 Christmas Promotion was just another one of them. She said that venture was an encouragement for the customers to purchase TCL products. The brand was, originally, RCA but had been rebranded after the producer was bought over. Hassan added that COURTS has been able to remain in business because of its quest and ability to give back to its customers. The car winner, who hails from Enmore, East Coast of Demerara, has been shopping at the store for the past nine years. In December, the company also handed over the keys to another vehicle. That time, to a police officer who many openly commented was, indeed, deserving of the prize because he is often seen working very hard directing traffic at various parts of the city. During that same December month, COURTS also made several persons millionaires giving away a $1M every week for almost six weeks while other persons were rewarded with consolation prizes worth close to half a million dollars, individually. For the year 2014, COURTS hopes to entertain and encourage its customers with several other new and exciting promotions including home makeovers, according to the Marketing Director. (Leroy Smith)

Terry Holder eulogised ... From page 11

Bereaved family members at the Thanksgiving Service

in the Caribbean, having been the person to champion the cause and lobby for cricket and boxing taking place internationally, to be broadcast live in Guyana. Having promised and delivered on his word to lobby for live broadcast of cricket in Guyana, he was all the more alluded to as a ‘man to his word’, a man of principles. And to others, Holder was a broadcaster extraordinaire, one who touched many people’s lives. He was kind, gentle, wise and had unique ways of raising funds, be it for live commentary or boxing championships from abroad; he had a way of rising to the challenge. Khan concluded: “His death has left a vacant seat within the family organisation. He was respectable and reliable; always willing to take on the responsibility of offering guidance; being the emcee. He had a sharp wit; a strong institutionalised memory; a great sense of humour, but above all, was always punctual and had the greatest respect for time.” Meanwhile, the programme was delicately interspersed with inspirational songs by Clayton Hinds’ ‘Circle of Love’, the reciting of Martin Carter’s ‘Death Must not find us thinking that we die’ and other contributions in song by family members. Terence Ormonde Holder was the son of centenarian Mrs. Claudine Holder (101) and the late Mr. Cecil Holder. He is also survived by his children, foster children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

GUYANA CHRONICLE Friday January 17, 2014

GWI advises Health Ministry collaborates with customers to be partners to send 11 children cautious in the overseas for heart surgery event of flooding - urges customers to maintain safe water for domestic use

THE Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI), the nation’s supplier of water and sanitation services, is advising customers of the Low Coastal Regions of Guyana to implement the following precautionary measures in the event of excessive rainfall and flooding. Should your water supply be compromised due to flooding ensure that all tap water intended for food and drink preparation and personal consumption (brushing of teeth, etc.) is boiled for 15 minutes. Ensure that boiled water, whilst cooling before use, is stored in a tightly covered container. Alternatively, water can be made safe by using household bleach: add 3 to 4 drops of household bleach to each gallon of water; mix well and allow to stand for 30 minutes before use. Again, ensure that treated water is stored in a tightly covered container. GWI is also advising customers to practice rainwater harvesting. To avoid contamination, allow water to runoff from roof for approximately 30 minutes before collection. Further, customers are advised to promptly repair all leaking pipelines within their premises. For further information customers are advised to call GWI’s Customer Services Call Centre on 227-8701/03/04, email customercallcentre@ gwi.gy, visit www.gwiguyana.com or via social media at www.facebook.com/everydropcountsgy

THE Ministry of Health will be sending 11 children with life-threatening cardiac problems to Dominica for surgery, as a result of a collaborative effort among the Calgary University, Baby Heart (an international Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) and the ministry. This decision was made after a team from Calgary University visited and conducted screening for cardiac related illnesses. The children were chosen from among many diagnosed during this process due to the seriousness of their cases. Minister of Health, Dr. Bheri Ramsaran, at a meeting with the children and their families, highlighted that the ministry, along with its two partners, will be financing the surgeries.

Defunct Road Safety Council in Region 2 to be resuscitated soon, says new chairman of minibus and hire cars body THE Essequibo Minibus and Hire Cars Association recently elected a new executive committee for 2014 and its chairman Mohamed Nazmul has already indicated that they will seek to resuscitate the defunct Road Safety Council in Region 2 early in the new year. The chairman who is a member of the National Road Safety Council said the committee will also address several issues, including speeding and overloading of minibuses and hire cars, as well as educating citizens on how to use the road safely. Other members of the new executive are the Secretary Naithram, Assistant Secretary/Treasurer Hardat Sahadeo and Public Relations Officer/Organising Secretary James Chattergoon. The committee members are Mohamed Aleem, Chandarpaul Mipaul, Orin Venture, Doodnauth Singh and Mohamed K Rasheed. According to reports, scores of minibus and hire car drivers attended a meeting in the Regional Boardroom at Anna Regina last Thursday and elected members to serve on the executive committee.(Rajendra Prabhulall)

Newly- elected members of the Essequibo Minibus and Hire Cars Association.

He added that the ministry will aid the parents in obtaining their passports, but they will have to undergo the process of acquiring visas. He also acknowledged that representatives of the three collaborating organisations will be conducting post-surgery checks upon the return of the children.

Surgeries are expected to begin on January 20, 2014. The minister noted that under this programme, within the time-frame of one year, eight physicians were trained. These doctors are now able to identify the cardiac conditions of patients, locally. Also working along with

Dr Kishan Narine of Calgary University is Professor Debra Issacs, both of whom have aided with cardiac issues in a great way, the minister said. Minister Ramsaran said they are also offering assistance in other areas such as the setting up of a chronic disease centre. (GINA)

Minister of Health, Dr Bheri Ramsaran, meets with children who will be undergoing surgery, along with their parents

GUYANA CHRONICLE Friday January 17, 2014

CONDOLENCE MESSAGE ON PASSING OF MANIKCHAND RISHI SOOKRAM

- from Hon. Robert Persaud, Minister of Natural Resources and the Environment

IT is with profound sadness of mind and lively memories that I mark the passing of Manikchand Rishi Sookram who served selflessly in key organisations in Guyana. I have

had the privilege of working along with him, and seeing the contributions he made before I entered the mining sector. His innate capacity earned him various positions of re-

sponsibility at the Guyana Sugar Corporation, the most significant being the Regional Director of the Demerara Estates. He simultaneously delivered on the Chairmanship of the Guyana

Gold Board, from 2004 to 2010, with distinction. Rishi believed in Guyana and served well within his faculties up to the time of his departure to divine calling. I wish to convey the condolences of the Ministry of Natural Resources and the Environment, the Guyana Gold Board and my personal sympathy to his wife Dolly, his children, and all other family and colleagues. We have you in our thoughts during this time of bereavement.

MANIKCHAND RISHI SOOKRAM

MINISTER ROBERT PERSAUD

GUYANA CHRONICLE Friday January 17, 2014

STANDARDS CORNER

Verification of devices has commenced for first half of 2014 - GNBS is mandated to ensure measurements in trade are accurate IN our everyday lives, we make many purchases that rely on confidence in a system of measurement that ensures accurate quantities of goods are provided. Likewise, businesses need to know that they are also trading in a fair market place where no one company has an unfair competitive advantage. In Guyana, a legislative and practical enforcement programme governed by the 1981 Weights & Measures Act is in place to ensure that consumers receive the correct quantity of products purchased. This objective is achieved by ensuring that all weighing and measuring devices used in commercial trade are verified by Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS) i.e. they are examined to determine fitness for use and are tested to ensure accuracy. Legal Metrology, as the mandatory checking of devices is a fundamental component of the conduct and sustenance of trade, and commerce cannot exist without it. It is essential for the manufacturers, suppliers and customers of goods and services to have mutual confidence in the accuracy, precision and reliability of the measurements made at every level. The accuracy of measurements made in commerce, for example, the weight of one kg of potatoes or chicken determined by a scale in the local market is ultimately traceable to physical standards used by the GNBS, which are traceable to International Standards. This traceability allows for accurate and reliable measurements on the local and international markets, and provides for consistency of measurements worldwide. Consumers can therefore have confidence in the accuracy of the local systems of weights and measures. Devices verified by the GNBS include: all scales, masses and measures, storage tanks flow meters, measuring rules, electricity meters and petrol pumps. Also included, are devices used at shops, markets, supermarkets, rice and sugar industries, fisheries, manufacturing companies, hospitals and health centres, airlines and shipping companies, post offices, petrol stations and bulk terminals. All importers and users of weighing and measuring devices are obligated to ensure that their devices are verified by the GNBS as required by the Weights and Measures Act. Verification of devices has commenced for the first half of 2014 and users of same are urged to submit their devices for verification at the GNBS Head Office and Sub-offices in New Amsterdam, Anna Regina, Vreed en Hoop and Lethem, the nearest Weights and Measures Office located in the various administrative regions or any mobile stamping location. For further information please contact the GNBS on telephone numbers: 219-0069, 219-0066 or visit the GNBS website: www.gnbsgy.org

GUYANA CHRONICLE Friday January 17, 2014

Caribbean Press releasing republished editions of Kyk-Over-Al - in observance of 100th birth anniversary of AJ Seymour By Michelle Gonsalves IN addition to the many activities to mark the centennial birth anniversary of late Guyanese poet Arthur James Seymour, the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport (MCYS) has announced that the editions No. 1 through No. 13 of the literary journal Kyk-Over-Al will be republished in the Caribbean Press. According to a press release, the journal which featured the work of many leading Guyanese and Caribbean writers was founded by AJ Seymour in 1945. Over a 16-year-span, 50 issues of the magazine were published. (Kyk-Over-Al was a Dutch fort in the then colony of Essequibo). In 1984, with the help of poet and novelist Ian McDonald, Seymour revived Kyk-Over-Al, which he co-edited with Ian McDonald until his death in 1989, after which McDonald became the sole editor. Additionally, Seymour also edited and published An Anthology of Guianese Poetry (1954); The Kyk-Over-Al Anthology of West Indian Poetry (1952); revised edition (1958); and the Miniature Poets Series of pamphlets (1951–1953), which included works by Martin Carter, Wilson Harris, Ivan Van Sertima, Trinidadian Harold Telemaque, Barbadian Frank Collymore, and Jamaican Philip Sherlock. Later anthologies include My Lovely Native Land: An Anthology of Guyana (Longman, 1971), co-edited with Elma Seymour; New Writing in the Caribbean (Georgetown: National History and Arts Council, published after the Caribbean Festival of Arts in Guyana in 1972) and A Treasury of Guyanese Poetry (1980). Starting in 1976, Seymour also wrote five AJ Seymour volumes of autobiography. In 1936, Seymour began writing poems, and one year later he had completed his first collection, Verse; followed by More Poems in 1940. The title poem of Over Guiana, Clouds (1944) was a landmark in the development of Seymour’s poetic style. Suns In My Blood (1945) contained at least three poems that have come to be considered classics: “Sun Is a Shapely Fire”, “There Runs a Dream”, and “The Legend of Kaieteur”. The latter poem was later set to music by Guyanese composer Philip Pilgrim. Seymour’s later major collections include Leaves from the Tree (1951), Selected Poems (1965), Patterns (1970), My Lovely Native Land (1971) and Selected Poems (1983). A tribute volume called AJS at 70 (1984), edited by Ian McDonald, contained a selection of 15 poems under the title “The Essential Seymour”, chosen by Seymour himself. In 2000, Seymour’s Collected Poems, 1937-1989, was published and edited by Ian McDonald and AJ’s niece Dr Jacqueline de Weever. The release also said that Guyana is bestowed with brilliant masterminds in the literary arts, and noted that their existence in the past has permeated the present literary culture.

This week, the firy tongues of the males caught them in a fashion clash with the female species. The battle of the sexes commenced, and each tried to do out the other with glitz, glamour and top notch fashion. Judge for yourself, readers... The winners are decided by you, the audience...

GUYANA CHRONICLE Friday January 17, 2014

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Shyon Hoppie is liquid love from the countryside

DJ Reaz cited as host for International Chutney Monarch contest

WHILE many may have argued otherwise, Bombshell stands firm in the belief that popular television personality ‘WR Reaz’ is certainly chalking up points of fame on the entertainment chart, both locally and on foreign shores. Not to mention the fact that his television programme is by far the most popular and entertaining, if sidled up alongside many others that exist today. Just recently, Reaz was tabled as the official host of the International Soca Chutney Monarch competition, to be hosted in Trinidad on February 15, 2014. He, of course, would be joined by the popular Ishara Dancers, headed by beauty queen and dance instructor Shivanie Latchman, and her group will perform on the night of the grand finale. To date, there are some sixteen entrants for the local leg of the competition, and promoters have disclosed that the line-up has quite a lot of new faces. Word is out that at least eight local chutney artistes are carded to entertain at the Guyana leg, ensuring that fans are treated to a well-packed and highly competitive programme. Reigning International Chutney Monarch, Raymond Ramnarine, will defend his crown at this year’s competition in Trinidad.

The suave and delectable Shyon Hoppie

HAVE you ever seen Shyon Hoppie? She is sexy, suave, coy and provocative, and somehow still manages to exude an aura of simplicity and girlish innocence. Syon Hoppie is a runway diva who is no stranger to the world of fashion and pageantry. A contestant in the recent Miss Guyana Universe pageant, Shyon teased the audience with her cheery dimples, flashing smiles and twinkling eyes, evoking vociferous approval from the ogling male audience. Hailing from the sugar-established village of Diamond, East Bank Demerara, Shyon enjoys dancing, modelling, singing, interacting and travelling in the company of creative individuals. While she aspires to become an international runway model, this diva adores a man who is caring, extremely attentive, considerate, kind, and ambitious. Her knight in shining armour must also be an excellent cook, and love long walks on moonlit beaches. Shyon herself has declared that she is indeed an effervescent package of liquid love from the ‘countryside’ If any of you guys out there have an interest in getting up close and personal with this desirable morsel, waste no more time; hit her up on Facebook. She is very discreet, and has not left a number for fear of attracting manipulative male vultures.

‘Guyana’s Next Top Model’ launched

SEVERAL young men and women have been shortlisted as the quest for Guyana’s Next Top Model kicks off. The models were, on Saturday evening, introduced to the media at the special launch party held at the Millennium Manor Hotel on Hadfield Street, Georgetown. The delegates were selected after auditions were done in Berbice, Demerara and Georgetown. The next step, however, is an audition to be held in Bartica. That audition will see at least another five persons being added to the contestants’ list. The contestants will make a number of public appearances aimed at boosting their confidence and self-esteem. The initiative is being promoted by private businesswomen, who think that this is an excellent event to stimulate the interest of the young people, and to get them involved in fashion and modelling. The next top model will be crowned after the contestants would have gone through rigorous routines in the form of fashion, design-

ing and other events. This will take the shape of a reality show. As in any reality show, there will be eliminations as the event comes to a climax. The organisers, Yonette Bacchus and June Ann Ross, are optimistic that the event will be one with a difference, and will see the winners walking away with at least one million dollars ($1M) in cash and prizes. The winners will also each gain, with the Millennium Manor Hotel, a one-year contract that will see them becoming spokespersons for the entity and engaging in commercial and other opportunities. Since 2008, Guyana’s top models have emerged from Guyana’s Model Search, annual feature at the Guyana Fashion Week organised by Sonia Noel. However, Sonia Noel is not a part of the ‘Guyana’s Next Top Model’ initiative, but she is willing to offer any guidance, if called upon. She has stated, however, that she would continue to focus her attention on her brand, Guyana Model Search. Sonia Noel is presently in Barbados, where the Annual Barbados Music Awards are being held. She will be an honoured guest, as she has been bestowed with a life achievement award in fashion.

The Quest For The Hottest Babes... Bombshell is looking for the hottest and sexiest of Guyanese divas to be featured as our ‘Babe of the Week’ If you think you have what it takes, call us on phone number 697 3059 or send photos and particulars to email address spicekid235@yahoo.com

Some of the models shortlisted for the riveting segments that loom ahead

GUYANA CHRONICLE Friday January 17, 2014

Mash Chutney Update…

Mash Chutney Competition for January 25 in Region Five -Sixteen vying for coveted crown

AFTER the organizers had fussed a lot and had run around apparently in proverbial circles, word finally came that the Mashramani 2014 Chutney Competitions is ‘ready to go’, and is now slated for January 25, 2014 at Bath Settlement, West Coast Berbice. The Mashramani Secretariat and the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports are feverishly preparing for this annual competition; and it is expected to be most exciting and riveting this year. Word emanating from the Mash Secretariat is that 16 entries have, to date, been received for the competition. However, all competitors will face off on one night, and that event will see a division in the programme, allowing the singers to compete in groups of eight before a Monarch and runner-up are decided. The lineup of artistes for this year’s shindig features some of the more versatile chutney performers, and signals staging of a contest that will be pulsating. As expected, several fresh faces will be debuting during this competition, and they will be coming up against many seasoned campaigners who are determined to walk away with the prestigious crown and title. Below is an outline of the Mash Chutney 2014 contestants and the entries they have submitted for the competition. Young Bill Rogers The sexy siren Lisa Punch sizzled as she teased the audience

Guyanese rock stage at Barbados Music Awards

SEVERAL Guyanese artistes have each made an indelible mark at the annual Barbados Music Awards, now coined the Barbados Music, Fashion and Film Awards. Last weekend, a bevy of exceptional talent from ‘The Land of Many Waters’ hit the stage at the prestigious Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre in Barbados at what has become a must-see event on the Bajan entertainment calendar. A contingent of Guyanese talent, headlined by Lisa Punch and including Ernesta Nelson and Travis Bowen, created quite a stir at the packed hall of creative arts enthusiasts and practitioners. The Nation newspaper headlined that Lisa was the “Punch Line” at the event, belting out a powerful rendition of Secret Admirer, and serenading the receptive front row attendees as she descended the stairs to establish an intimate connection with her admirers. Ernesta delivered one of her soca hits, to the delight of the receptive audience; and Travis Bowen, the winner of Gold Coast Record Talent Search in Guyana, courtesy Guyana Fashion Week, was a sheer breath of fresh air performing an Enrique Iglesias pop hit. He was received with much enthusiasm, and is now being groomed in Barbados for international work and a record deal. “This is a dream come true for me, and I must say thanks to Guyana Fashion week and Gold Coast Records for this opportunity,” Travis Bowen has declared. In the fashion department, Sonia Noel lived up to her reputation, presenting a stunning lineup of Caribbean signature ensembles and separates that proclaimed Guyana as a signifi-

cant stakeholder in the development of the Caribbean fashion industry. To top it off, she was awarded a Regional Lifetime Achievement Award for her contribution to fashion in the Caribbean. Her line was highly appreciated, and indeed prompted extensive interest from entrepreneurs in carrying her line at their shops. “It is a great feeling to be appreciated for your work,” Sonia Noel declared. The Barbados Music awards has opened up its ambit to include fashion and film, all part of a regional campaign of integrating the region through the creative industries, and ultimately promoting the Caribbean brand as an alternative on the global agenda. Guyana, truly represented at

this occasion, certainly proved that the talents and creative energies of her sons and daughters are to be reckoned with, and can make a distinctive mark on the international scene. Ronnie Morris, producer of the Awards showcase, is also a Director of Guyana Fashion Week. He was elated at inclusion of Guyanese style, and asserted: “This is just the beginning of remarkable things to come in terms of collaborating with Guyanese artistes.” He also commended Sonia Noel for facilitating the growth of dynamic inter-regional networking endeavours in this hemisphere. Brutal Tracks and Mystic were also in attendance, but Mystic was too unwell and could not perform

Past Chutney Monarchs of our time

Fiona Singh

Defending Champion is Roger Hinds, and his entry is ‘Ge Me Mo Chutney’ Names Song Pooran Seeraj (Pooran) Under the Maaro Steven Ramphal (Steve) Indian Queen Aamir Khan GT and Trini Girls Joel Pharous (Prince JP) Indian Drums Danny Bholaram (Dante) Wedding Crasher Uuvin Sukho (Waterflow) Leh Me Talk to You Bunty Singh Me Wife Quarelling Goonwattie Persaud Boy You are the One for Me (Amrita Singh) Paramdai Willi (Vanita Willi) Tremble It Aamir Khan (2) Leave Me Alone Savitri Li (Lady P) Celebrate Sechitra Singh (Fiona Singh) Blow Harresh Singh Chutney In Guyana Michelle Gobin Young Gal Harvey Gobin Sangina Darling

‘Kes the Band’ to perform at Carib Soca Monarch finals on Feb 15

The talented Travis Bowen thrilled the audience with his melody

The 10th staging of the CARIB Soca Monarch competition is here, and it proudly announces the arrival of MASHRAMANI in Guyana! ANSA McAL is again delighted to kick-off Guyana’s national celebrations by featuring great and talented entertainers who are promising to delight and excite the audience their fiery soca music. ANSA McAL is also delighted to, this year, be sending the reigning Monarch, Jomo Primo, to participate in the Trinidad & Tobago Soca Monarch competition. The quarter-finals of this competition have been KES THE BAND eliminated this year, and the semi-finals will be hosted in Berbice on Saturday, February 8th, whilst the grand finale will be staged the next Saturday, February 15th, 2014. Eighteen fantastic contestants were shortlisted for the semi-finals from 32 entries, while the reigning monarch, Jomo Primo, will head straight to the finals.

GUYANA CHRONICLE Friday January 17, 2014

Let’s tell it like it is ... Calcutta Village saga…

De Ghetto Gyal pon de attack

De Ghetto Gyal upset de ‘Bujjie Tribe’ in de big land showdown THERE was a time when Calcutta Village was popular for its jovial people and their rich harmony; But, to date, even some of the most optimistic villagers are shocked at the way a certain group of persons have invaded the village with their greed and covetousness, and are causing no small stir in the land. Well, de whole bacchanal started when Blue Boy of de Bujjie Tribe get offended when Aunty Jean and a few ah dem adda eldahs leased a plot ah land legally fuh build wan chuch pon it. Blue Boy know dis woudda happen, and had no problem wid dat arrangement, since de plot ah land was family prappaty. Dat was until de chuch members decide tuh extend de building, den Blue Boy almost went into a coma! Ole people does seh dat it only tek a certain situation fuh some people tuh show deh real colours. Well, Blue Boy quickly build he house pon de same plot wid de chuch, and he begin tuh demand dat de chuch building be demolished wid immediate effect! It looked like Satan had certainly found himself a vessel through which to carry out his evil doings. Border Clash # 1 Well, Blue Boy gat three

fiery sistahs. Wan ah dem name Big Zappa, anadda name Jessica Fletcha, and de adda wan wuz Grace Jones. Dem gyal tek up Blue Boy mantle and raged a war just in front de chuch building. If yuh see how dem war angels trying fuh black de path ah dem broddahs who wuz mixing cement to extend de chuch. Dem chuch brethren wuz trembling in deh boots, until somebaddy summon tuh de scene Aunty Jean grand daughta ‘Nicky’, more papularly known as de ‘Ghetto Gyal’. Now, Nicky does beat out Tam, Dick and Harry; and she arrive at de scene wid she weaving flying and she nose dilating lakka fire dragon. Well, de big showdown staat, and all dem fireball begin tuh exchange words. Ghetto Gyal tell Big Zappa fuh push she hand in paper bag tuh find she children faada, and Big Zappa tell Ghetto Gyal dat she give birth to ah Indian child fuh a black chile faada. Den dere wuz talk about somebody brukking down some oven when dem husband catch dem in a compromising position wid Fatso from de Waterside Dam. Ghetto Gyal get tired ah mincing words, and she decide she gon bruk up de barrier dat de Bujjie Sisters dem de form in front ah de chuch. Grabbing ah wheel barrow full ah wet cement, Ghetto Gyal charged in

like Bionic Woman and sent de three sistahs flying. While she almost rammed Big Zappa over, Jessica Fletcha get sheself stick up in some thorns trying tuh escape, and yuh shoudda hear how she screamed de heavens down! Grace Jones was not so lucky, and in trying tuh escape de attack, she get sheself stick up in de mud, and had tuh wallow about like a big mammie pig. Ghetto Gyal staat sharing karate chops and Bruce Leelike punches, and soon she had de Bujjie Tribe racing up de road as if a set ah demons been chasing dem. Border Clash # 2 Well, things got quiet for a bit, until the Devil drove Blue Boy in a fit of rage to jump the church fence and built a fencing of his own, thus taking in almost all the land leased to the church for extension purposes. Well the church brethren are just praying, and quite soon they will get a divine intervention. But woe be unto Blue Boy and the Bujjie Tribe when the Creator steps in... Well, just de adda day, Blue Boy, maddened with Satanic rage, call de Ghetto Gyal modda and threatened tuh ‘bust she throat’ and do she all kinda Satanic things he mind coulda conjure up.

The godly woman, of course fearing for her life, reported the matter at the nearby police station and decided to leave the rest to her Creator. Now dis is a warning tuh Blue Boy: Step back while yuh gat de chance. Do not touch or mess wid de Lord’s anointed. De results could be dreadful fuh you. Step into dat very chuch, drap yuhself at de altar and beg fuh mercy before fire and brimstone start raining down pon yuh. Ghetto Gyal pon de attack!! Well, it looks like de Ghetto Gyal really gone wild, because when she adda half get jealous, a few days ago, and accuse she of cheating, she been get really mad! He manage fuh land a punch tuh de Ghetto Gyal temple, and it sent she reeling. But when he get home and stated he nonsense again, de Ghetto Gyal grabbed a hammer and break he right hand wid one crushing blow. Talk about woman power to its highest. Be sure to grab a Bombshell next week to catch up on the details of de Ghetto Gyal’s next move, and de fate of de ‘Bujjie Tribe’.

Run Bujjie Tribe, run... Ghetto Gyal ah come..

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Aries March 21 - April 19

Coordinating a social event with your friends will require a lot of back and forth today, which isn’t surprising. What will be surprising is that someone you usually look to for support is suddenly saying ‘no’ to all your ideas. They are just generally being quite difficult to work with, too. Instead of trying to overcome their objections, just hand over the planning to them. If they don’t like what you are cooking up then let them figure out something better. They’ll love the challenge.

Taurus April 20 - May 20

You and a new person in your life will make one heck of a good combination today -- so good, in fact, that you might see a future for the two of you. But this seamless collaboration might be a one time thing, and you need to be prepared for that. Just because things go well today does not necessarily mean that the two of you should join up and get something going. So keep your alignment loose, without a firm commitment. You will still have an amazing time together.

Gemini May 21 - June 21

You will probably find yourself having a difference of opinion with someone today, but look at the situation as learning opportunity. Respecting the other person’s point of view will earn you their respect and could even win them over to your way of thinking. It doesn’t take a lot to turn a potentially tense situation into a mutually enjoyable exchange if you think the best of the person you’re dealing with. You can’t go through life surrounded by like minded people, and that’s a good thing.

Cancer June 22 - July 22

The cautious, conservative side of your personality is clashing with the more outrageous and radical side of your personality. Which aspect of yourself will claim ultimate dominance by the end of the day is not clear, but either way it will be a win-win situation for you. It’s extremely healthy to change the level of risk you take and to balance it out on a daily basis, because it helps you learn how to keep a greater amount of harmony in your life. So don’t just go with one approach today.

Leo July 23 - August 22

When you aim at your romantic target today, you need to switch off your emotions. Your doubt and fear -- even your confidence -- must be pushed aside, or else you may miss your mark. Approach everything with an analytical eye today and there will be no doubts you can’t explain away. Nothing in life is one hundred percent certain, but if you put your brain to work now, you guess outcomes well enough. Passion isn’t going to be as powerful as intellect, at least not for a while.

Virgo August 23 - September 22

You will be filled with a more humble and quiet energy today, and will find it torture to be around too many overbearing people. So follow any urge you have to be alone. And if you’d much rather stay at home than go out, stay home! Puttering around your house, taking care of little chores and wearing your comfy clothes will be much more tantalising to you than the prospect of going out and painting the town red. You’ll be back in a mood to socialise later on, so why force it?

Libra September 23 - October 22

Pull back your focus a little bit today because you are only seeing one small aspect of a huge situation that is growing huger. What you think is a potentially drastic problem is really nothing. There are other people involved, and they have been doing a killer job of holding up their end of things. So if you step back and look at the bigger picture today, it will become immediately apparent that not everything has been resting on your shoulders. It’s time to exhale.

Scorpio October 23 - November 21

Align yourself with an intellectual today, and you will be victorious in any situation. Picking the right partner is more of an art than a science, but you have got it down pat today! It could be a bit of a challenge to find someone who is smarter than you, but if you think about just who is an expert in topics that are big mysteries to you, you will find that person. They can help you be stronger than you ever could be alone. Keep an open mind about what it means to be smart.

Sagittarius November 22 - December 21

Things might not seem possible right this very minute, but they will be possible, eventually, if you just keep thinking positively. Keep hoping for the best. Optimism is extremely powerful: The very best fashion accessory you can have today isn’t a pair of shoes, a cutting edge gadget, or even a brand new sports car -- it’s that sunny smile of yours! Even if you don’t feel the urge to flash your pearly whites, it is in your best interests today to persevere.

Capricorn December 22 - January 19

You definitely deserve a break from the struggle more than anyone else does right now, so don’t feel guilty if you give some of your workload over to someone else today. With your newfound free time, why not plan a dinner or social outing with a few close friends who know what you’ve been going through? Get some sympathy and vent a little bit -- it will do you some good. You’ll get a renewed sense of strength that will help you get back into the thick of things tomorrow.

Aquarius January 20 - February 18

Just because you’re in the midst of a power struggle with a coworker doesn’t mean that things need to get ugly. Things don’t need to get personal, so watch yourself and make sure you don’t say anything today that you will regret tomorrow -- especially if they have power over your role at work. You won’t gain any more control by tossing around lies or innuendo. The only way to win is by fighting a fair fight. That way, even if you lose, you’ll still have your pride.

Pisces February 19 - March 20

Sometimes, no matter how hard you push or wish, things are not going to go the way you want them to. Although you won’t have your hopes dashed, a bracing dose of reality will remind you that there are many things beyond your control. Most importantly, do not take this as a sign that you are powerless. Rather, take it as a fact that life would be pretty boring if you always got what you wanted. Seek out the company of people who understand this.

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GUYANA CHRONICLE Friday January 17, 2014 27 TO LET  3-bedroom fully furnished middle flat at 115 Thomas Street, Kitty long term or short term. Tel. 225-0071, 674-7420.  $65 000 - $120 000, East Coast $40 000, Campbellville $100 000, Robb Street US$1000, Bel Air US$1800, Atlantic Gardens US$900, Greenfield Park US$1250. Diana Tel. 227-2256, 626-9382. -bedroom bottom flat apartment $65 000, two-bedroom upstairs $60 000, one-bedroom bottom flat Newtown Kitty. 618-9117, 227-1354 neg.  Street: One- & two-bedroom furnished apartments. with hot & cold, AC & Internet from US$20 daily. Rates neg. for monthly visitors. Phone: 227-5852/638-4404. -BEDROOM bottom flat at 158 Da Silva Street, can be used living quarters, bond or business place. Contact Geeta 661-2082.  residential property in Waterloo Street near Lamaha Street. Semi-furnished. Rental US$850 monthly. Phone 645-0133 during office hours.  Furnished executive top flat with all conveniences. Price US$400. Contact Krishnadat Raghubir. Tel. 642-0636.  2-bedroom unfurnished, lower flat apartment, 6th Street Cummings Lodge, UG area, $30 000 monthly. Tel. 2224913 (students preferred).  two-bedroom apartment with AC, washroom, living area, kitchen at Success ECD. Price $45 000 monthly. Call 6423478, 675-9107. -bedroom (apartment), fully tiled and furnished with AC, hot and cold internet, US$20 daily (No private calls). 231-6061, 621-1524.  house, very spacious 1 master room, AC, parking for up to four vehicles. US$1800 neg., in residential area. Contact Mr. Alexander Pereira on 669-0943, 231-2064, 623-2591.  and 3-bedroom apartments, furnished and unfurnished from US$400 up Contact Mr Alexander Pereira on 669-0943, 231-2064, 623-2591, lourepereira14@yahoo.com  office executive space 900 sq. ft US$700 Brickdam, U$1200 Kingston and many more Mr Boodram, 692-3831, Lady Boston 684-442 225-2626, 2261064, 225-2709, 225-3068, 2276949, 231-2064, 227-6863.  prime three-storey commercial building with car park, located on North Road, between Oronoque and Albert Streets. Contact 626-6909, 6427963, 669-0855. ,: Fully furnished 1- and 3-bedroom apartments, hot and cold, AC, parking, internet, etc. Suitable for overseas visitors, short term. 2265137, 227-1843.  bottom flat apartment, kitchen and dining, hot and cold water bath and living room, with parking and overhead water at Section 'A' Great Diamond, EBD. 692-1963.    - EXECUTIVE 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT IN EXCLUSIVE RESIDENTIAL AREA WITH ALL MODERN AMENTITIES. PRICE $US600 PER MONTH. CALL FOR APPOINT 653-2920/664-1070.  apartments (Vlissengen/D\Urban) unfurnished $40 000 - $60 000 monthly, furnished studio US$500 monthly full bathrooms, verandahs, parking, close to facilities and transportation. 6989086. /executive rental: Wonderful 7-bedroom property for office & residence at Atlantic Ville, East Coast Demerara. Price US$2000. Call Mr Darin 615-0069, 225-2626, 2255198, 225-3069, 22 5 - 2 7 0 9 , 231-2064.

TO LET  3-bedroom semi-furnished with inside garage, whole house $150 000. Campbellville 3-bedroom furnished with AC, house by itself US$900 neg, Kitty 3-bedroom upstairs $80 000, North Ruimveldt 2-bedroom downstairs $55 000, Call Raul 655-8361, 699-6811, Fabulous Homes Realty. American have executive rental from US$1500 in Bel Air Park, Atlantic Gardens, Bel Air Gardens Lamaha Gardens, Guysuco Gardens, Lama Avenue, Bel Air Park apartments with AC and international standard from US$600 to overlooking the sea at US$1300..Extra special office space US$700 to US$1500 in Brickdam, Hadfield Street, Croal Street, South Road, Kingston Queenstown. Phone Mr Alysious Pereira 623-2591, Mrs. Hercules 661-1952, Mr Darindra 615-0069, 225-2626, 231-2064, 667-7812, 225-3068.    2-bedroom apartment in Eping Avenue, corner property, newly remodeled, furnished or unfurnished short- or longterm, hot and cold water, split AC in both rooms, parking and much more. 671-8883, 669-1113, 6969529.  4 bedrooms, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, fully AC, central air, enclosed garage also lots of yard space, American-style, fit for diplomats US$3500 neg at Courida Park. Contact Mr Alexander Pereira on669-0943, 231-2064, louiepereira14@yahoo.com   : 3-bedroom unfurnished top apartment $100 000, 2-bedroom unfurnished bottom apartment $80 000, or whole house. Republic Gardens well appointed furnished house, Ogle 2-bedroom unfurnished AC, $120 000, Campbellville 2-bedroom furnished apartment. TEL. 226-8148, 625-1624.  Street, Kitty: 3-bedroom front house, 1 self-contained room, tub, washroom, hot and cold, 2 washrooms, 2 AC, ceiling fans in all rooms, breezy verandah and all rooms beautifuly lacquered fully grilled, private driveway for 3 vehicles. Suitable for foreigners. Call 225-3262, 678-6948.  5-bedroom concrete house with hot and cold, AC etc. One 3-bedroom apartment with hot and cold, AC and one 2-bedroom apartment with hot and cold, AC etc. Price $200 000, $110 000 and $90 000. Location Mon Repos ECD. Tel. 6180626. World #1 Realtor Mister Terry Redford Reid 667-7812, 2256858, 225-7164, 226-1064, 225-2626, 231-2068, 619-7945. Have the executive rental reduced by 35%, Prashad Nagar US$1000, Jacaranda Ave. Bel Air Park US$2000, Barima Ave Bel Air Park US$1800, Bel Air Sp r i n g s US$1000, large bond for rental office small form US$375, 10 000 sq ft office space for technologybusiness, Lamaha G a r d ens US$1500, Lama Ave, Bel Air Park US$1800, Bel Air Pa r k o n t he round about US$1000, Prashad Nagar US$1500, land from $11 million, riverside land hotels w i t h U S $ 3 5 0 0 0 m o n t h rental a nd office space US$40 000 month properties from $14 million. 225-2626, 2255198, 226-1064, 623-2591, 6693350  Real Estate & Property Management Serv i c e s 204 Charlotte Street, Bourda Tel. 225-8241, 2274950, 226-7829, Fax: 227-1537. Ogle 5-bedroom furnished, swimming pool US$5000, Bel Air Gardens (unfurnished) US$2000, Republic Park (unfurnished) $75 000. New one and two-storey apartments in G e o r g e t o w n US$1200 and US$1500 monthly. All prices are negotiable.

TO LET -bedroom fully furnished executive property in gated community US$4000, property with four self-contained bedrooms in gated community US$4000, fully furnished with all modern facilities, security system in residential area US$3000 neg, four-bedroom fully furnished house US$1500 neg, four-bedroom house, with two utility rooms US$3000, four bedrooms AC, hot and cold, fully furnished in residential area US$3000, threestorey building for residence or office in central Georgetown US$3000 neg, two-bedroom fully furnished flat, Queenstown US$1500, three bedroom with master room top flat in Georgetown $120 000, one-bedroom apartment fully furnished US$600, office space top flat for office with two offices an open space, fully secured US$1200, business space 30x30 Regent St US$1600, 30x30 business space in Georgetown. Wills Realty 2272612, 223-1877, 627-8314, 6550755 stanleywwills@gmail.com Like us on face book have rental from US$800 in    beautiful 2-storey concrete property, 4 self-contained rooms, large d e n , l a r g e l i v i n g r o o m , f a m i l y r o o m , t e l e vision room, beautiful kitchen, fully air conditioned, hot and cold facilities, land space. Price US$ 2 5 0 0 , u n furnished.    2 - s t o r e y c o n c r e t e p r o p e r t y, master room, 2 bedrooms, kitchen, family ro o m , d e n , v e randah, hot and cold facilities, semi-furnished, security cameras, l a nd spac e US$1500.        2 - s t o r e y c o n c r ete property, fully air conditioned 3 bedrooms, unf u r n i s h e d US$2000, (neg).   2-storey concrete property large living area, 4 s elf-contained rooms hot a n d c o l d f a c i l i t i e s , g e n e r a tor, unfurnished US$1500 neg.   middle floor suitable for business $175 00 0 . : Beautiful 2storey concrete property in perfect con d i t i o n , 4 b e d r o o m s , h o t a nd cold facili ties, master room, family room, den, air-conditioned, parking space for vehicle US$2500. Do call u s o n Te l . 2 2 5 - 6858, 225-7164, 6881885 Call Terrence 667-7812. We are situated at 247 'D' Forshaw &Oronoque Sts. Queenstown.  BSc h a s more than 20,000 hrs in Real Estate Investment and Economic Transformation of People Economic Gr o w t h . W e h a ve rental from U S $1500, in Bel Air Park, ambassador's residence in University Gardens Le Resouvenir, Lama Ave with pool, Jacaranda Ave. with large lawns US$2000, Prashad Nagar US$1000, apt. f r o m U S $ 7 0 0 , b o n d 8 0 0 0 sq ft, small and large office space up to 15000 sq foot; state of the art hote l a nd o f f i c e c o m plex with income o f U S $ 4 0 000 mo n t h l y ; 2 acres of land in the city for hotel, and any complex Main Street 2 ½ acres US$5M, Water Stre e t 4 a cres for hotel, hotel on 5 acres of land overlooking the sea U S $ 5 M ; another overl o o k i n g t h e s e a U S $ 1 . 5 M , income US$15000; riverside land residential land at LBI - $10M; Republi c Park $8M, Diamond $ 7 M , S e c . ' K ' $20 M , Bel A ir Park $ 2 5 M , G a r n ett double lot $42M, Phone 225-2626, 231-2064, 2252709, 226-1064, 227-6949, 2276863, 667-7812. 619-7945.

PROPERTYFORSALE PROPERTY FOR SALE  storey $19M, East Street. Tel. 615-8683, 225-7593.  corner property, prime location. 681-7792.  Gardens $70M Keyhomes 223-1765,615-8734   $60M Keyhomes. 223-1765,615-8734

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 property at Atlantic Gardens. Tel. 679-4096, 601-2938, 225-6608.

: $35M Church St. $75M, D\Urban St. $50M, Guysuco Gardens, New Haven, Lamaha Gardens, Bel air Park. TEL  

, Stone Avenue: Executive concrete building with two self-contained apartments. Vacant possession. Tel. 642-0636.

            , Georgetown: Six-bedroom, twofamily. Land size 60x133 $60M neg. Tel. 639-2835, 223-5460.

 4-apartment building $50M neg, Alberttown $25M, Diamond $11M, Eccles $30M neg, land in North Ruimveldt $11M, Kitty $22M, Garnett Street $50M neg, Gordon Street $60M. Tel. 611-7004, 6802596.

 Street concrete $56M Keyhomes. 2231765,615-8734  sale or rent: Enterprise ECD. 639-6013, appointment for rent Lusignan.  2-bedroom flat concrete house in Mon Repos. Tel. 2207937, 625-5257.  property at 25 Public Road, Mon Repos, opposite market, 220-1882, 220-9889  business and gift shop at 33 D'Urban Street, Werk-enRust, Georgetown. Tel. 347-4007851, 227-2452. -bedroom flat concrete house in Coghlan Dam, West Bank Demerara. Phone 654-6902.  property in Alberttown on the corner of Fourth and Light Streets. Interested persons, please call 617-8255.

, Peter Rose Street: Large concrete and wooden building. Price neg, vacant possession. Tel. 225-0545.  and land Subryanville, 3rd Avenue corner spot, just off Embassy turn, beautiful location. Call 617-3642.  two-storey building, 3 bedrooms with all modern conveniences, Meadow Brook Gardens, Mr. Narine. 696-8230.

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 front property: Two huge houses on a size 119 x 225 feet of land, business property. Price $187M neg, Serious enquiries only. Tel. 626-2466, 220-5105, 2205124. For sale by owner.

 concrete building bordered by 3 Main Streets in central Georgetown. Ideal for offices, school, bond, etc., 4 flats 130ft x 35 ft each, land 250ft x 50 ft. 227-0190, 6935610.  located at the corner of Pike and Lamaha Streets, parking, AC, hot and cold and fully secured, Kitty $ 4 5 M . Te l . 6 1 2 - 9 0 6 1 , 6 6 8 1971.  2-storey building wooden and concrete in Norton Street, five buildings from Camp Street, second house in yard, $20M neg. Call 6280972. Ideal for two families. property in Bent St - $16.5M, Phone Mr. Darindra 615-0069, 226-1064, 618-0000, Mr Pereira 623-2591, 225-2626. 225-5198, 231-2064, 226-1064.  (land) $8.5M, 28 acres at $400 000 per acre East Coast $12M, Eccles $25M, Quamina Street $72M, Alberttown $31M, Section 'K' $55M. Diana 227-2256, 6269382.

 house, La Parfaite Harmonie, WBD, fully tiled, grilled, well fenced, self-contained room, etc neg. 677-6805, 648-4271.  flat house at 18th Avenue Diamond Housing Scheme. Tel. 226-5778, 6139139, 629-6351.  newly built two bedroom house, one spacious selfcontained bedroom. Tel. 6010225 for more information.  Park: Three-storey house with automatic backup generator, semi-furnished $85M neg. Tel. 231-5876.

 Adelaide and Evans Streets Charlestown, Georgetown, Georgetown, Lot No. 41 Section 'A', NO. 53 Village, Corentyne, Berbice. Contact 233-6811, 6793448.  20% on all executive properties $60M, 30% discount on $24M, and below, 15% discount on land $18M. Phone 6677812, 225 - 6 8 5 8 , 225-2626 Terrence Reid.  One house, one gas station (three tanks: 1000 and 1500 gallons capacity) with wharfing facility,land size 87'x250', $70M neg. Tel, 2 315876.

 3-bedroom concrete house in Section 'K' Campbellville, going cheap, owner leaving country. 6389116, 603-0976.                

 $6M, land with house La Parfaite Harmonie land with house $3.5M, Ramroop's Real Estate 628-1567, 628-5738.

 concrete, 3 bedrooms upstairs, 2 downstairs, back and front verandah, bathroom and kitchen tiled, at Tuschen. Tel. 671-3246.

 Flat concrete house beautiful, painted, grilled, tiled and with concrete fence $11M, Sophia 2-storey concrete building in 'C' Field on the main road $12M, Grove land $3.5M, for more contact 6846266.  3 houses in livable condition, set on 88.75 sq. ft of land on the main road $90M, incomplete concrete building in Cummings Lodge $6M, Enterprise land $4M, for more contact 684-6266.

 and Land for Sale Two Storyed Wooden and Concrete House, Sixth Street Alberttown Georgetown. $35 Million Dollars Negotiable. Contact: Mr. George Teekah Tel: 2316278 Or Dr: Thasana Teekah Tel: 626-0993

 Real Estate: Enterprise lot with house $6M, La Parfaite Harmonie $3.5M. 6281567, 628-5738.

 and Bar Cody's Place 345 East and Middle Streets, North Cummingsburg, For sale by owner only. Tel. 656-9835, 908-456-6683.

 Street $40M, East Coast $11M, East Bank $13M, South (land) $8.5M, Alberttown $25M - $32M, Campbellville $35M, Section 'K' $40M - $50M, Highway (land), $400 000 per acre. Diana 227-2256, 626-9382.

 property, prime location (land 200' x 50') store front 72' x 24', bond 87' x 32', extra space for 15 cars Public Road, McDoom. Tel. 233-0570 (No agent).

 Gardens, Ogle, East Coast: One two-storey building, double lot, residential, fruit trees. Call 642-4926, 2222783.

 concrete and wooden building at         $50M. Tel. 641-1800, 223-5324.

: Three bedroom concrete building 28M; Diamond - concrete and wooden two-storey building - 16M; Guyhoc Park - two-storey concrete and wooden building11M. Tel # 225-3737, 225-4398, 651-7078.

 at Pearl EBD concrete house grilled with 3 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms, computer room, hot and cold water, linen closet, laundry area, land 90'x110' $15M neg. Call 626-4131.  2-family concrete house that was reduced from $30M to $27M. Contact Ms. Hercules 661-1952, Mr Budram 6923831, 225-3068, 225-2626, 2255198, 231-2064, 226-1064, 2252709, 227-6863, 227-6949, Mr. Ramsahoye 225-2709.

 Strathspey ECD: Flat three-bedroom concrete building $6M, Eccles two corner spots, concrete buildings $25M, Canal No. 2 two-storey 4-bedroom concrete building on 9 acres of land $25M, Tel. 225-3737, 225-4398, 6517078. : Campbellville two-storey concrete building $50M, Atlantic Ville furnished two-storey building with generator, overlooking Atlantic Ocean $55M. Tel. 2253737, 225-4398, 651-7078.  concrete 2-flat house at 47 Happy Acres ECD, fully furnished. 3 bedrooms top flat, hot and cold bath, big yard space. Call 225-2902, 673-1095..

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 property in Independence Boulevard La Penitence - $7M giveaway, own leaving before Christmas. Phone 226-1064/692-3831/623-2591/ 615-0069/225-2626.

 WBD: almost brand new 5 bedroom house for sale, master room and all rooms self-contained with AC and fans, open concept kitchen/dining/living room, large walk-in pantry, office/ library room and a powder room. Beautiful landscape and wrap around patio. Priced to sell- $75 Million. Tel. 592-624-8704, 592684-9203.

 $4.5M neg, Grove $8M, Non Pareil $10M, D\Urban Backlands $30M, Campbellville $35M neg, Leonora $38M, Section 'K' $40M, Shell Road Kitty $16M, Middle Road, La Penitence $12M, Rentals Republic Park, Bel Air, Lamaha Springs US$500 - US$2000. Call Corretta on tel. 697-7842, 671-6653, 231-7052.

 Marketing and Realty. KITTY- $ 17M , $ 32M &$35M, Good Hope $15.5M, Garnett S t $31M, SEC K C/ville 4 bedroom self-contained $44M, Carmichael Street 2 storey back house $22.5M, Montrose $1 6M, Mon Repos Block CC $22M, $10.5M & $9M, Ganges St. P/Nagar - 5 Bedroom $58M, Granville Park $31M, Lusignan business property $13M, Durban St $21M, Ogle A/Strip Road $55M, Better Hope Pub Rd $37M, Cummings St $37M, New Market St $55M, East St $60M, Happy Acres $30M, North Road $70M, Bel/A/Park $60M, P/Nagar $28M, L/ Gardens $75M,Regent St. $1.2MUS. Diamond - 2nd Ave, 5 Bedroom $38M. Tel. 219-4399, 610-8332

, Duke Street: 4-storey concrete office residence apartmens.t Nandy Park 2-storey wood and concrete 4 bedrooms upstairs, 1 master, 2 bedrooms downstairs $45M neg, Diamond New Scheme 3storey concrete building 90x60, 2 flats, 45 x 60 3rd flat bottom flat centrally AC. For business (supermarket) top flat 7 master bedrooms, business supermarket and residence US$1M neg. Regent Street business US$2M neg. 2270464, 646-3251.  Home Int'l: Paradise Public road $12M, Coldingen $16M, Alberttown $34M neg, Shell Road $19M, Station Street $30M neg, Queen Street $22M neg, land Grove $3M and $6M, Diamond $4.5M, Annandale $6.5M neg, Enmore $5M. Contact Theresa 648-6033. American has 22%, 22% yes just for you 22%. Lamaha Gardens $68M, Section 'K' ranch $38M, Republic $38M, D\Urban Backlands concrete $28M, South Ruimveldt Gardens $15M, $17M, Norton Street $10M, Bent Street business and residence $18M. Land in D\Uncan Street 140x33 $35M, Quamina Street 3-storey $50M, Camp Street second building $36M, Kitty two-storey new concrete $38M, Prashad Nagar on double lot $62M, Le Resouveniir mansion $65M, Bel Air Springs $64M, BB Eccles $15M, Dowding Street with driveway $16M David Street Subryanville with 12ft driveway $12M, double lot in Continental Park $20M, Lodge $14M, North Road land $65M, Charlotte Street land $60M, 140x48 South Road land 68x33 $38M. Phone Lady Abundance 661-1952, 225-2626, 2253068, 227-6863, 231-2064, 2255198, 667-7812. 5-bedroom front house. Move in, ready $34M neg, with 2 back lots $64M, neg, South Ruimveldt Gardens 5 bedrooms two-family house $19M, Golden Grove 7-bedroom twofamily house with big yard $12.5M, Campbellville two-family back house with driveway, 5 bedrooms, $26M, Call Raul, 6558361, 699-6811, Fabulous Homes Realty.  Road US$3M neg, 29 lots, Duncan Street $180 000M neg, South Road $180M neg, D\Urban Street $25M neg, Charlestown $15M neg, Campbellville $60M neg. George Street $60M neg, Regent Street US$2M neg, Sheriff Street US$1.2M neg. Serious enquiries only Contact 592-665-7946. are ) JANUARY bargains: Sec. 'K' $23 million, Meadow Brook $28M, and $35M , K i t t y $ 2 3 , Alberttown concrete massive for hotel $45M, Bel Air Park in great condition $52M, Happy Acres executive $58M, Alb e r t t o w n $ 3 0 M , Sec. 'M' Campbellville $34M now, Phone 225-2626, 225-5198, 227-6863, 227-6449, 225-2709, 231-2064, 226-1064, 667-7812 tonyreidsrealty@hotmail.com.  Street, Albouystown 2-storey, 2-family front building. Vacant possession, transported, parking for 2 vehicles. Upper flat 2 bedrooms, telephone, water pump, GPL meter; lower flat extension telephone, GPL meter, one bedroom, toilet, bathroom, back yard about 15'. Tel. 611-8912.  Non Pareil ECD, twostorey concrete building $14M, Campbellville two-storey concrete building $50M, Diamond two-storey concrete buildings $32M $35M, $40M, Covent Gardens EBD on public road $38M. Tel. 225-3737, 2254893, 651-7078.

 Street 2-flat back house with drive-way, ground floor 2 bedrooms, top 3 bedrooms $35M. North East La Penitence 2-flat ground floor 2 2-bedroom apartments, top 2 2-bedroom apartments $36M, Nandy Park 2-flat, ground floor 2 bedrooms, top 3 bedrooms $35M, BB Eccles 2-flat 4 bedrooms $34M, Charlotte Street Lacytown (land) 117'x31' $51M, New Providence (land) 100'x100' $24M. Tel. 609-2302, 609-6516.           o n a l l properties for this summer only. Sale! Sale! Sale! Business property im m e d i ately: East of Orange Walk in Charlotte Stree t $28M, 3-storey business property in Croal Street requires repairs $32M, Bent Street almost new 2-storey business property $!6M, South R u i m v e ldt Gardens residence $16M, Ogle fully concrete new $49M, Tucville new $26M, Prashad Nagar executive $55M, Bel Air Park $55M, Kitty b u s i n ess or residence requires repairs, on 8 000 sq. ft - $19M, Forshaw old house $21M, 3-storey business close to Main Street $55M, Meadow Brook $45M, fully conc r e t e D ' U r b a n B acklands $30M, New Section 'K' $42M, Lamaha G a r d e n s e x e c u t i v e $ 6 8 M , o ne ranch-style Section 'M' 3-bedroom suites for elde r l y $50M, fully concrete with excellent interior work, B e l A i r G a r dens $130M 2 3 1 - 2 0 6 4 , 2253 0 6 8 , 2 2 7 -686 3 , 226-1064, 227-6949,            Norton Street, Carmichael Street, North Ruimveldt, South Ruimveldt, Craig, Republic Park, Diamond, Alberttown Section 'K', Melanie Damishana, Campbellville, Thomas Street business spot, Robb Street business spot, D\urban Street business spot. LAND: Friendship land size 115 x 450 (wharf side) $65M, Meadow Brook Gardens $8.5M, Non Pareil.  HUGE 3-STOREY BUILDING WITH GOING BUSINESS AND LOTS OF LAND SPACE. MUST SEE. WI T H G R E AT P O T E N T I A L S F O R S T O R E , FA C T O R Y, B O N D , S U P E R M A R K E T, S C H O O L , DAY CARE, OR GOING BUSINESS AND LOTS OF LAND S PA C E M U S T S E E W I T H G R E A T P O T E N T I A L S FOR STORE, FACTORY, APARTMENT, BOND, SUPERMARKET, SCHOOL, DAY CARE, OR APARTMENT. SERIOUS ENQUIRIES ONLY. 684-3718.

       Sam's Real Estate and Property Management has the best priced properties for 2014. Grove $8M (land) Diamond $4.5M, (land) Leonora $40M neg, Brickdam $65M neg, D'Urban Backlands $30M neg, Campbellville $45M, David Street $14M, Subryanville $65M, Section 'K' $38M, Hadfield Street $36M, Light Street $21M, South Road $38M, Duncan Street (land) $32M, Rentals Subryanville US$800 - US$1500, Kitty US$600, Bel Air US$750. Tel. 697-7842, 2317052, 671-6653.  modern Pike North Ruimveldt ranch with master room $17M, Meadow Brook Gardens $35M, Tucville concrete new $27M, Providence $25M, new ranch $13M, Bel Air Park $45M, Prashad Nagar $37M, Duncan St. $23M, Sec. 'M' Campbellville requires repairs $14M, D'Urban St. $15M, Bent St. business residence. Phone Lord Johnny Ramsohoye 225-2709, 6180000, 227-6949, 225-2626, 226-1064, 2276949, 225-5198.   on all properties for this summer only. UG Gardens $140M, Republic Park $30M, Nandy Park 4 apartments $32M, Middle Road La Penitence land size 140 x 60 $17M, second Street Alberttown business and residence $45M, 5th St. Alberttown massive concrete $48M, Eccles $14M, Kitty Sandy Babb St. two properties on double lot $38M, Lamaha St Queenstown apartment complex $5 8 M . Phone Vice President 231-2064, 225-3068, 227-6863, 226-1064, 2276949, 225-2626.  built two flat concrete building at Diamond New Scheme. The upstairs consists of two self-contained bedr o o m s w i t h b u i l t - i n c l o s e t s , a s p a c i o u s k i t c hen, dining and living rooms along with a large verandah at the back. The lower flat has a two-bedroom apartment and a l a r g e a r e a that c o u l d b e u s e d a s a bond or f or any business. The yard has a concrete fen c e w i t h s p i k e s a n d r a z o r wire above it. T h ere is also a laundry and a generator room downstairs along with a fully tiled carport. A complete water supply is available including six tanks and pump. Asking price: $42M. Interested persons can contact owner at 693 2531.  b a r g a i n s Norton Street - $14M, Bent Street business and residence - $16M, executive Prashad Nagar mansion double lot - $85M, 8 apt. apartment complex was - $120M, now - $85M, Sec. 'K' Campbellville - $23M, Alberttown concrete 5 bedrooms $46M, other for - $19M, and $30M, South Ruimveldt Gardens $19M, Festival City - $14M Charlotte Street business and residence by Bourda Market - $26M, Cummings Street - $34M, Meadow Brook - $28M, D ' U r b a n S t r e e t f o r double lot for 5-storey - $25M, Phone Lord Alysious Pereira - 6232591, 227-6949, 225-2709, 231-2064, 227-6863, 226-1064, 227- 6 8 6 3 , 225-5198, 6 6 7 -78 1 2 tonyreidsrealty@hotmail.com  Homes International Realty: Coldingen $14M neg, Rasville $14M neg, Enmore $8M neg, Campbellville $15M neg, Diamond 2 for 1 deal $15M neg, Cove and John 2 homes 5 bedrooms $12M, 4-bedroom $10M, McDoom Solid concrete $20M, North Ruimveldt 7-bedroom fixer upper, Nismes $6.5M, La Parfaite Harmonie $8.5M, 6-bedroom apartment (4 2br, 2 1-br) only $21M neg), corner lot 89x80 Albouystown. Ready to go now! And many more, call Ahaziah 613-3018

 us at Raphael's Real 204 Charlotte St. Bourda Tel. # 225-8241, 227-4950, after hours 2267829 Fax 227-1537 Executive Ogle $115M, Diamond $20M, $13M, Queenstown, Versailles $25M, Good Hope $27M, Subryanville 7 bedrooms w i t h s w i m m i n g p o o l US$2.5M, Continental Park ( e xquisitely furnished) $70M, Wismar Burnham Drive $8M, Breda St, Werk-en-Rust $20M, Plaisance (2-storey concrete) $23M, Dazzell Scheme $27M, Atlantic Ville $19M, John Street, Campbellville $55M, North Ruimveldt $12M, La Parfaite Harmonie $16.5M. LAND La Grange $3M, 157 acres river to Linden Highway $30M. Bargains in Guyana: Full concrete D'Urban Street business $19M, business and residence Bent Street 16M, Gordon Street business & residence $23M. Waterloo Street business and residence (new) $35M. South Road Land $36M, Charlotte Street 2 b u i l d i n g s 2 h o u ses by Light $32M. Land 140 x 60 by Russian E m b a s s y $ 30M. Land at Turkeyen 1 4 0 x 6 0 $32M. L0 Ressovenure Land 126x60 $20M. Campbellville flat house needs repairs $13M. Section K $19M needs repa i r s , 3-storey Q u a m i n a Street for hotel US$599 000, Bel Air Park $49M Lamaha Gardens valued $85M now $ 7 0 M . R ental of a p a r t m e n t s f r o m U S $ 7 0 0 , R e s i dence US$1 200 upwards. Phone Lord Patrick Pereira 227-6863, 225-2709, 227-6949, 226-1064, 669-3350. 7 days a week tonyreidsrealty@hotmail . c o m  Marketing and Realty. Good Hope PUBLIC Road East Coast (land - 675 x 92) $150M, Agriculture Rd, Triumph (land 600 x 45 ft) $ 1 4 M , C h i m n e y Road, Chateau Margot - (4 bedroom self cont) $29M, Atlantic Ville 5 bedroom s e l f c o ntained $53M, Diamond 2nd Ave5 Bedroom $40M,Queenstown 5 bedroom selfcontained (back lot - 80x60) $48M, Oleander Gdns $40M, Alberttown 6th St $52M, Republic Park $40M, L/Gardens $55M, Atlantic Gard e n s $ 45M , D u n c a n S t $ 30M , A l e x a n d e r S t $ 50M, Robb St $60M,Barr St $65M, Earl's Court $35M, Meadow Brook Gardens $50M, Queenstown $70M, South Road $85M. Republic Gdns -Land (100x100) $24M. Tel. 219-4399, 610-8332.  Marketing and Realty. Middleton St C/VILLE 5 bedroom self-contained back house 15ft driveway $28M, Kitty business property $44M, L B I E m b a n k ment $24M, Good Hope P/Rd (land - 280x140) $ 90M , Sheriff & Enachu Sts. $75M, Vlissengen Rd. (land) $75M, $110M, $140M, Sherrif St, $5 0 M , S o u t h R u i m v e l d t $ 1 6 M , D i a m ond $9M,$12M, $22M, East R/veldt $10.5M, Eccles $30M, $34M, A/town $36M,Triumph $14M, A griculture Road, Triumph $20M, Sheriff St. $150M, Subryanville $58M, B r i c k d a m $ 1 0 0 M , O g l e brand ne w 2 s t o r e y, 5 b e d r o o m h o u s e $8 0M , Lamaha St, Queenstown, 3-storey, corner proprty $85M. Tel. 219-4 3 9 9 , 6 10-8332

PROPERTYFORSALE   26% 26% 26% discount: Two-family concrete business and residence in the front of Happy Acres $32M, Dowding Street, Kitty with driveway $16M, BB Eccles $16M, South Ruimveldt Gardens $!6M, Light Street $21M, Second building with 12 ft drive way $!4M, David Street Subryanville with 14ft driveway $16M, West Ruimveldt concrete flat house $4.9M, Dazell Housing Scheme $11 M , L a P e n i tence business and residence with reserve for 20 cars $11M, Meadow Brook old house $ 1 2 M , L o d g e $ 1 4 M , Middle Road La Penitence with 20ft driveway 4 apartments $15M, second ranch concrete $38M, Garnett St. business and residence $32M. Phone Mr. Budram 692-3831, Mr Darindra 615-0069, Mr. A. Pereira 623-2591, Mrs Hercules 6611952, 225-2626, 225-2709, 2255198.  concrete Section 'K' $44M, 7-apartment William St. concrete building reduced from $60M to $50M, Kitty house requires. repair on 8 000 sq. ft $19M, Middle Road La Penitence $16.5M, almost Regent and Oronoque St. $36M, Charlotte Street East of Orange Walk $28M, South Ruimveldt Gardens $66M, Meadow Brook concrete $45M, executive Republic Park $48M, Lamaha Gardens 3 selfcontained $70M, Prashad Nagar 6bedroom $58M, business 3-storey Quamina Street $85M, Bel Air Gardens on double lot $140M, Subryanville $58M, Alberttown concrete business $40M, New Haven 4 self-contained $80M, 3-bedroom new concrete Ogle $48M, Bel Air Park $52M, Croal St. 3-storey require repairs $30M, 4 lots in AA Eccles with incompl e t e c a t h e d r a l - s t y l e s t ructure req u i r e s $20M to complete, plus reserve and place for lake $90M neg. , Mr. Darendra 615-0069, Vice Presiednt Alysious Pereira 6232 5 9 1 , V i c e P r e s i d e n t J honny Ramsahoye 225-2709, Vice President Darindra 615-0069, 225-2626, 225-3068, 227-6863, 226-1064, 667-7812, facebook Tony Reid Realty 7 days a week 24 hours a day all holidays and all prices are negotiable.  3-storey concre t e b u i l d i n g , P r i c e $ 1 00 M .    property in good condition. Price $18M.         b e a u t i f u l 2-storey concrete property 3 s e l f - c o n t a i n e d , 1 m a s t e r, l i b r a r y, television room, living room, upstairs back verandah, d o w n s t a i r s den, fully marble stone tile, family room patio, garage parking space, for 3 cars, needs cosmet i c s , l a n d s p a c e P r i c e $ 9 0 M, O g l e b e a u t i f u l p r o p e r t y $90M,  $36M neg,   $120M beautiful home excellent condition in   $55M n eg, Queenstown property $100M. Do call us at Joy Reid's Realty. We are located at 247(D) Forshaw and Oronoque Streets, Queenstown. Tel. 225-6858, 225-7164, 667-7812, email: joyreid.realty7@yahoo.com

 two-storey concrete building suitable for school, bond, church $26M, six fully furnished suites in apartment complex complete with office, reception area, generator, water pump, $600M neg, 4-storey, 7-room, 5 self-contained, $180M neg, 6 bedrooms with master room in residential area $45M neg, 3-storey building suitable for supermarket or shopping complex, security facilities, parking, open space, storage & 7 self-contained rooms, US$1M, 3 self-contained rooms and master suite, AC, parking, fully furnished $65M, three-bedroom twoflat concrete house, parking, fully furnished $30M, fully furnished, twostorey building $30M, residential area two-flat 2-family, furnished concrete building $55M, 2 two-storey corner lot properties in Georgetown $35M neg, 3-storey concrete building appro.x 4800 sq. ft in Georgetown, $80M neg. Wills Realty 227-2612, 223-1877,627-8314, 655-0755 stanleywwills@gmail.com Like us on face book

VEHICLES SALE PROPERTYFOR FORSALE          location  Street, Kingston opposite the American Embassy. One (1) huge four storey concrete and steel building, 2 bedrooms on each flat, AC< hot water, refrigerator and stove one ach floor and fully furnished, generator. Can be used for embassy, office, apartments or residence. Price $180M. Property being sold with all equipment and furnishings inclusive. Serious enquiries 223-8634, 646-3251, 227-0464'  your year for 28% discount on all properties. Happy Acres 2-storey concrete $24M, Providence Stadium new $16M, concrete Republic Park $36M, Eccles concrete $34M, South Ruimveldt Gardens $12M needs repairs, Middle Road La Penitence 4-apartment $14M, La Penitence two-storey $11M, D\Urban Backlands concrete $28M, Meadow Brook $12M, D\Urban Street concrete residence and business $28M, Lamaha Gardens executive $68M, Prashad Nagar 8000 sq ft land $60M, Lama Avenue, Bel Air Park $83M, Bel Air Park $45M Dowding Street Kitty $29M, and $19M, David Street Subryanville from $19M, back with 12ft driveway $14M, Section 'K' Campbellville $40M, Garnett Street ranch concrete $38M, Owen Street Kitty concrete 2storey $39M, Camp Street business and residence. Phone Mr Darindra 615-0069, Mr Carlos Budram 6923831, Mr. Alex Pereira 231-2064, Mr. Ramsahoye 225-2709, 2252626, 225-3068, 227-6949, 2255198, 627-7812, 226-1064.

AGRI. EQUIP. MISC.  & Ranjah Import and Export. For all genuine truck parts and accessories new and used for Leyland, DAF, ERF Bedford Model M and TM etc from the UK, also foreign used Cummins and Perkins engine from the UK We currently have transfer boxes (power box) for 6x6 TM. Tel. 592-660-9152, 592-610-2873.

FOR SALE FOR SALE      selling water. 6237212.  8500 generator brand new going at half-price. Call 226-5379.   tables 8'x4'x3', suitable for workshop etc. 2330570 .    laser printer $55 000, Contact 658-4009.  and pitbull mixed. 625-0345.  165 KVA generator with very low hours. 6562350. Frost free commercial upright freezer $90 000. Contact 622-9589.  internet café setup. Serious enquiries only. Tel. 6772085.  Cadence G5.9 Threadmill $90 000. Contact 6229589. Te l :

 & plucked chicken. 650-4421, 220-9203.

 40 KVA generator $950 000, ATV 450 $550 000 Honda. Tel. 622-0445, 685-7659. -AN ATV's Evinrude, Seadoo Jet Ski, new household appliances. 26-0025, 648-3171.  290 Massey Ferguson Tractor, one irrigation pump. Tel. 658-4910.  MICHELIN tyres for sale, like new, great price. Call 611-5414.  Pathfinder parts (1990 - 97 parts. Contact 6874135, 687-3896.  Yamaha 4-stroke outboard engine, hardly used $1.3M. Tel. 621-8612.

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Shore with 1x3 tee straps, 9 feet plus, giveaway prices. 669-1113, 696-9529.

 pups, 10 weeks, excellent quality, short and stocky, vaccinated. 696-4410, 618-5557 Ray.

100 Toyota car $675 000, Tel. 643-6239, 223-7978, 2276328, 643-6947.

 treadmill, Kenwood fridge, two small power wash, 1 church mixer with two speakers, 2 Bose speakers, (901 series) $650 000. Tel. 6922016.

  machines: 1- large Canadian Band Saw 240v, one large De Walt Rip Saw or Cross Cut Saw with large arm and table, move in any direction- 240v. 1 Edge sander with 12 inch disc 240v, to sand wood edge, 1 Wadkin adjustable up and downcross cut saw on table - 240v, 1- Wadkin 12 inch plane with blades- 240v. All machines are in good working order. Owner leaving 664-3368.

  Lancer, PLL series. Contact Michael 601-0111.

FT FISHING boat with 12 000lb seine and 10 000lb ice box. Any reasonable offer accepted. Tel. 641-9597.

 Power ware UPS needs batteries, 1 - snow cone machine electric, 2 flat screen monitors, 5 - 750 APC need batteries, 3 wind turbines. Tel. 621-1549.

 CRV excellent condition, PKK series $1.7M. Call 639-7551, 220-4598.

 Mitsubishi Lancer, AC, mags, deck, in good condition. Tel. 662-3700.

 Toyota GX 110 Mark 2, in very good condition, Price $2.8M neg. Tel. 629-5300.

 Pickup, excellent condition, 5-speed transmission. Asking $2.2M neg. Contact 6830658, 693-7635

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 Turnkey Business, 6 Goed Fortuin Public Road. Phone 600-3927. nickel mag rims (16) 6 logs minibus bmm $1.3M. Tel. 220-2472, 653-2868.  garden earth and builders waste, also bobcat rental, excavating, clearing and leveling down. Call 616-0617 or 663-3285.     PS2 $20 000, Nintendo 64 $15 000, with games and control. 670-2732, 264-2732.   metal decking, over 100 pics 39" wide. Priced for quick sale. 669-1113, 6969529. -bred Rottweiler pups and pure-bred German Shepherd pups. Tel. 686-3072, 6108627, 618-2903.           Tr a c t o , r front and back ends 4 truck loads of scrap iron. 609-0648.  Annandale Market Road, Toyota Dyna 14B, self-loading Ransom five-sack cement. 6765727.  double-door display cooler, 2 Denon CD players (juggler). Excellent condition. 6796040.  garden earth and builders waste, also bobcat rental, excavating, clearing and leveling down. Call 616-0617 or 663-3285.   Fire commercial standard, one 4x8 Valley pools table (new cloth, bumpers) cues and balls included. Tel. 621-8612.  mixed with Tiberian terrier puppies. Call 223-6463, 616-8005.   jack hammer to break very strong concrete and rock, can work on 320 and 324 CAT and also Kobelco and Doosan excavators. 656-2350.  and Decker 1.7 cu. ft refrigerator, 21 Precision TV, new PS3 console with games. Contact 639-7114, 674-5625.  Games Games: Xbox 360, PS2, PSP, games and mod, starting at $500. Contact 684-3025.  AC, 12.6 and 18 000 BTU, 220 volts. Tel. 623-3280, 689-4372.  truck tyres 1000-20 $20 000 each, 11R 22.5 $20 000 each, 11R 14-5 $25 000 each. Call 627-4148. -used Massey tractor, 2 - 60Hp tractors $1.6M00 each, 75Hp tractor $2.4M. Call 627-4148 -bred red nose pitbull, 12 weeks old, vaccinated and dewormed, Short and fluffy pups, 7 weeks old. vaccinated and dewormed, Tel. 610-9454.  new, light blue fibreglass bath tub US-made $40 000, 2 hot and cold water sinks with fittings UK-made $10 000 each. Owner migrating 616-5340.

 250-gallon plastic totes, ideal to transport fuel to the interior also oil paint and concrete paint, 5 gallons and 1 gallon,, marine paint also. Phone 220-1014.  with John Deere engine, with turbo 63 KVA, on wheels, very low hours, in excellent condition. Call for more information.. 639-3100, 667-1116, 6195400. ! 1 inverter +2 deep cycle batteries, 6-8 hours backup electricity, automatic switchover and recharge, can use solar panels, 1 year warranty, affordable $134 000. 226-2646.  juice-mobile canteen equipped with generator, cupboards, running water, commercial Vitamix etc.Going cheap. Owner leaving country. 638-9116, 6030976.  water pump, 10" gold mine, 2 - 125 Yamaha outboards, 2 cool storage print, 1 Cummings engine, 6-cylinder, 1 CAT engine 6-cylinder. Tel. 6270819, 683-4015.  saw used, DeWalt circular saw used, drill press, hammer drill, saw zall used, Hp office jet pro printer, LG AC energy sewer, 2 Cummings engines 6-cylinder with turbo. Call 673-9501.  lace mini size 'L', 1 mesh cutouts size 'S', 1 Moca black leopard print strapless, size 'M' and 1 multi zig zag print belted size 'M'. To see dresses, prices and features Email classofj@yahoo.com Tel. 220-8596, 610-7998. -PIECE dining set (wholesale/retail) $35 000/$45 000, 30 , 3 2 , 3 4 , 3 6 p u r p l e h e a r t panel doors, $28 000 each, 30, 32, 34, 36 Kabakali panel doors $20 000 each. Tel. 6889712, 651-0717, 669-1448.  cement $1 500 per sack, ½" stone $8 000 per ton, 600 Tee shores $100 each, 5/8 colligated rods $1 400 each. Everything less than a week old. Owner has to leave country, Kitty location. Call 666-8877. OWL 8 channel surveillance camera systems with 8 out door/indoor cameras (30 feet clear night vision), DVR with 500 GB hard drive, all cables and power adaptors, remote, mouse, and software CD, internet ready with motion detection email alert. $150 000. Contact 689-1957.  805 Jack hammer, cord and cordless drills, jig saw, mitre saw, impact wrench, nail gun, sanding monitor, saw zall, angle grinder, 2- gallon, 25-gallon air compressor, tile saw, expansion tools, sm water pump, 1300 watts Hyundai generator, socket set, STIHL TS 410 saw. Call 261-5142, 601-1094.

 table, imported and local and accessories such as cues, balls, cloth, rubber, spot chalk, etc. Tel. 609-3311, 614-4841, 220-4298.  set model D 343, 250 kva, 3 Ph, 415-240, 220/127v, AC 60 Hz. Call 2270190, 693-5610, 616-9727.  cell phone, 9650 model, Blackberry Bold excellent condition (like new) $12,000. 624-6464, 675-3062. Keith. 8 Channels video Security kit, with 500 GB Hard Drive and 8 Night Vision Cameras. Viewable on Smartphones and tablets, Motion activated recording; contact: 6229589.

VEHICLES FOR SALE

 sale! Entire household items, breakfast table, wicker chair set, sofa, bed, antique coffee table set, clothes closet, electric stove, dishwasher, cooler, suitcases, printers, televisions, rug, carpet, picture frames, books, kitchen items, Espresso and Cappuccino coffee maker, Dutch bottles, New York-style hot dog cart, 3-wheel bike, vanity set, much more. Call 227-1028. All prices are negotiable.

2 large automatic voltage regulator, stabiliser 110-240v input 110240 output AR 2000 - $12 000, and A$ 3000 $15 000 with breaker protection, large wooden writing desk 5 drawer $10 000, Avanti hot and cold water dispenser with cup storage at the bottom and 5-gal bottle 110v $20 000 new model, hardly used. Owner leaving 616-5340. -by-side large refrigerator and freezer hardly used 110v good condition $1 70 000, 32inch Sony TV, coloured curved s c r e e n 11 0 v w i t h r e m o t e $ 5 0 0 00, Inverter 140-watt power invertors DC 12 volt to 110 volts with fuse system $20 000, Detecto scale large for measuring height and weight of patient, good for doctor\s clinic or any medical organisation, UK-made $45 000. Owner migrating 675-8008.  new catridges and Hp ink in box, cheap. Owners leaving 2 Xerox ink cartridges 113R 634 $25 000 each, 5 Xerox ink cartridges 113R 321 $25 000 each, 8 Hp Laser Jet ink cartridges 98X 92298S, 3 Hp Laser Jet ink cartridges 13X $6 000 each, 4 Hp Laser Jet ink coloured cartridges 4193A $5 000 each, 3 Canon cartridges NPG H toner $4 000 each. All prices are neg. Owner migrating 616-5340.  equipment: 1 used Xerox work centre photocopy machine with scanning kit, all cards, manual CD available with machine, excellent condition, hardly used, also spare ink available $400 000. 4 Printers Laser Jet Hp 4200N, 4300 series $30 000, 2420 - $10 000, Hp Laser Jet $20 000 and Lexmark 253 $6 000. All 110v and in good condition . O w n e r leaving 616-5340.  hard-to-get vehicle parts including windscreen, computer box, doors, lights, engines, front half, back half, mirrors,window screen for all types of vehicles, spoiler, door visors, mudflap for 2002 Rav-4, etc for Toyota, Nissan, BMW, Mercedes, Mitsubishi, Honda Isuzu, Fuzo, etc. at unbeatable prices. Contact Tel. 645-7800, 001597-866-6358.  dish for communication or TV station or anything that you want to set up. 50 pieces of 10 feet dish width at $75 000 complete each, 10 pieces central air conditioner units large 240v complete with motor $25 000 each, large fuel tank metal on stand with gauge 1500 gallon $50 000, large Kholer generator housing to keep noise low while generator working $40 000, 10 sturdy metal cages with door to secure air conditioner units, water pumps, etc.Could place a lock on door for security purposes $10 000 each, 2 large 2400 BTU air conditioner evaporator complete wall unit 240v $40 000 each with all brackets complete. Owner leaving. 675-8008.

 items: Large flat screen TV's, ice cream maker in box, floral arrangements, universal sixhole custom chrome wheels, brand new 305 x 40 x22 fits all 4x4, wares, guard grille for 4x4 engines, Sony computer, body building creatine powders, steel grilles for windows and doors, large complete standing units with glass shelves (food warmers) with 8/9" stainless steel pans, with burners and all fittings, suitable for snackette, restaurant, canteen, brand new polarised Oakley sunglasses, brand name colognes, inflatable new sturdy big chair bed, inflatable mattress, writing desks, living room chairs, dining room table set, cocktail centre tables, karaoke player in box, wardrobes, large stainless steel fridge (Frigidaire) with ice maker, computer desks, Panasonic stereo complete with subwoofer speakers, large carpets, industrial standing fans (110 volts), new designer clothing, accessories Lasko fans with remote, comforter set, standing clothes rack, new hammock designer curtains for windows much more all items in excellent condition, DVD players camcorder with LCD screen. 223-1885, 642-3722.

VEHICLES FOR SALE VEHICLES FOR SALE

 Allion, lady-driven $1.875M. Tel. 642-6159.  minibus, BKK series 5413. Tel. 612-2517.   Carina (gold) $650 000. Tel. 255-0800, 625-4028.  minibus, AC, CD, in very good condition. Tel. 609-9848.  Mitsubishi Pajero. Any reasonable offer takes it. Tel. 642-6159.  150 Corona, in reasonable working condition. Tel. 612-0120, 650-4900.

 double cab Nissan Pickup $700 000 neg. Tel. 233-0591, 6676644, 216-3120(office). Hilux Surf Extra Cab 5L diesel pickup -excellent condition. 656-2350.  100 Corolla, excellent condition, $700 000. Tel. 6694422.           IST, PPP series, excellent condition, $2M neg. Tel. 6499889, 645-3583. , PSS series, excellent condition. Price $1.9M. Contact Shahab 613-5484.  RX8 18-inch allow rims, fully leather interior, spoiler, $1.8M. 220-0170.  150 in working condition $200 000. Naresh Persaud. 225-9882, 681-2499.  new model AT 212, alarm system, CD player. Tel. 625-7416, 227-8659. black Titan 4WD, fully loaded $3.5M. Tel. 678-2814, 699-2322. , never was in hire, CD player, alarm, $800 000. 6607178.  Corolla G-Touring Wagon. Tel. 644-0530.  Royal Crown, one Prado 10 000 miles, excellent condition. Tel. 625-4611.  10-seater bus, BMM 1832 in perfect condition. Tel. 656-9835.

 Touring Hiace Regius van, reg. GRR. Contact 618-2576, 678-0109. Owner leaving country. Anthony.  2004 Toyota Allion, fully equipped with TV, reverse camera, DVD, CD. Car like new. 638-9116, 603-0976.  Premio NZT 260 2007 year model, unregistered, press start, TV, reverse camera, etc. Tel. 644-0530.  Toyota Fielder Wagon, TV, reverse camera, rims, low mileage. Tel. 6542036, 663-2700.  Vitara, immaculate condition, fully powered, AC, mags, CD, 4WD. Serious enquiry only. Tel. 629-2371. 350 MERCEDES BENZ. ONLY 26,000 MILES. FULLY LOADED. $12.5 MIL CALL: 651-4578   TACOMA AUTOMATIC 4 X 4, EXTRA CAB. LIKE NEW, LOW MILEAGE. $4.1 MIL CALL: 227-1511, 651-4578

Carina 192 excellent condition. Call 646-8687. Owner migrating.

, mag rims, AC< CD player, in excellent condition $1.050M. Tel. 627-8989.

 Toyota BB, mid PLL series, 1 owner, $1.6M neg. Tel. 6104291.

 3922 RZ minbus, in working condition. Call Robert on 234-1888, 609-9972.

Hilux Extra cab GNN series, excellent condition Tel. 6580199.

 212 PNN series, AC, CD, mags, very good condition. Call 617-9507.

 Black Toyota Lexus IS200, Year 2003 / 2004. 1800cc. Price $3.4 Contact: 699-8189.

 TL Bedford truck 8 and 10 tons. Excellent condition. Tel. 612-6426, 667-7010.

 Hilux Extra cab GNN series, excellent condition Tel. 6580199.

 Toyota Town Ace minibus, BMM series. Price $1.2M. 664-5593.

 Allion, clean, 2 Toyota Voxy, and one Toyota Noah PPP. Call 688-1657.

 Spacio, music, rims, excellent condition. Tel. 689-3881.

F150 1994 model, GKK series, new pressure plate, clutch plate, clutch cylinders, battery, all documents current. $750 000. Contact 689-1957.

 BMW 316I, mag rims, music, AC, etc. Price $2.1M neg. Tel. 649-7005.

  tractor, foreignused, in excellent condition. Price neg. Contact 670-9393.

 DAF Hauler trucks also 1 CF Daf for parts. 656-2350.

 RZ bus, owner leaving country. Price $450 000 neg. Call 601-1094, 629-5946.

  bus 3Y engine, PJJ series; 1 Hilux Surf 4x4 3Y engine, PHH series. Call 610-0514.

 SCRAP 312 B C AT e x c a v a t o r - 6 5 6 2350.

 Hilux Surf 4-Runner, AC, CD player in excellent condition $3.95M. Tel. 225-8761, 6009568.  grey Toyota Premio in excellent condition, fully powered, 80 000 miles. Tel. 6439772, 223-6279 (work). Civic, CD player, AC, mag rims, alarm system, $780 000 neg. Ford Ranger 2003 $2.2M neg. Tel. 658-5400.

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VEHICLES FOR SALE

 Axela PRR series $2.05M excellent condition. 6157526, 653-4560.

 Toyota IST lady-driven, PPP series, AC, CD, very clean $1.65M neg. One Toyota 212 new model, PRR series, $1.475M neg. Tel. 233-6337 or 601-2532.

 Titan 22-inch chrome rims, 4WD, powered seat, chrome accessories, rear tray cover, $3.5M. Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, 20-inch chrome rims, 4WD, leather seats, rear extra seats $5M, Toyota Hilux Surf limited 20-inch chrome rims, 4WD, chrome accessories, sunroof, $5.5M - 622-8300.

   ! Top quality re-conditioned vehicles - Toyota Premio; Toyota Allion; Toyota Corolla Axio; Toyota Noah ; Suzuki Swift; Mercedes Benz C200 Compressor; BMW 318i; Corolla AE100 Wagon; Honda CRV RD4; Land Cruiser (fully loaded); Mazda Proceed 4WD Extra-cab pickup; Toyota Hilux 4WD Extra-cab pickups 3RZ, 5L, Solid Differential; Mitsubishi Canter Trucks 3, 3.5 TONS OPEN TRAY, 2-TON4WD;3 ton Dump Truck; Nissan Atlas 2 ton truck.Pre-Ord er your units early and get the best prices. Full after-sale s s e r v i c e a n d f i nancing available.               A name and service you can trust.

 Raum $1.165M neg, rims, AC. Contact Vishal Tel. 2704674, 621-9080.  Tacoma 4x4 2006, $4.2M, RX8 Mazda 2004, $2.2M. Tel. 615-8683, 225-7593.  Rav 4 (Old Model) manual in good condition $1.6 negotiable. Contact: 622-4746 for more information.   Carina, AC, music, alarm, remote start, PLL series $975 000, AE 110 Sprinter $950 000, excellent condition. Tel. 6399914, 690-7344, Paul.  CRV PMM series, HID lights, reverse camera, dark interior, alloy wheels, 6-disc changer, Call 693-7722.  crashed Toyota Vios slightly damaged, sold as is. P r i c e $ 7 5 0 0 0 0 . Te l . 6 8 5 0659.           long base EFI, BJJ series, 2 AT 212 motor cars. All in excellent condition. Phone 268-3953, 638-5301.  model NZE Corolla AC, TV, DVD, mags, excellent condition. Priced to go - $1.8M neg. Tel. 6820274, 625-8775.   Titan, hardly driven $3.5M neg. Toyota 212 (woman driver), perfect condition $1.5M. 648-4627, 639-3042.  Hilux pickup 4x4, long base, manual, single cab, just imported. Excellent condition. Tel. 665-2880.  Cruiser Prado, excellent condition, fully powered, automatic diesel, AC, DVD, rims, music system, $4.8M. Call 2206380, 618-1395.  Explorer 4-door automatic 4x4, excellent mint condition, fully loaded. Must sell, hardly driven. Price $7.8M neg. 6423304, 335-3823.  Solid Def Hilux Pinckup $2.4M, 2-ton Isuzu Dump truck $2.3M, New model Raum, $2.2M. Tel. 641-1800, 223-5324.  mobile canteen on wheels, well built with stove, sink, glass case. Tiled, floor and CTC. Going cheap. Tel. 626-2466, 220-5124/5125. Ninja 600cc, silver Suzuki 2009, 250cc. Both bikes excellent condition. Have 4 000 km each. Unregistered. Make offer. 223-1885, 642-3722.  Sera sports car, mags fully powered, new shocks and struts, Honda Fit, end of PNN, mags, fully powered, excellent on gasolene. 223-1885, 642-3722.  Cargo (silver and gold), PLL series, fully loaded, in immaculate condition.. Owner migrating Call 622-3449.  tow truck (international), aluminum sliding tray, carries 2 cars at a time, $4.5M. Very clean, can carry large vehicles. 639-3100, 667-1116, 619-5400.  2006 Toyota Tacoma SR-5, 4x4 manual, 3" rough country riff, DC rims, 33" Mickey Thompson tyres, $3.6M. Tel. 6218612.  new model 212 Carina motor car, one AT 176 Toyota Carina wagon both in excellent condition. Price neg. Contact 3374544, cell 626-1525.  Premio PNN series, in excellent condition (ladydriven), 17" chrome rims, alarm, automatic start, ac, CD player etc. $2.3M neg. Tel. 649-2541.  Tundra AC, CD player, $1.2M neg, GJJ series, Suzuki, Vitara PFF series $600 000. Both vehicles are in good condition. Contact 625-4273.  Auto blowout sale! Unregistered Toyota IST $2 195 000, body kit, TV, camera, spoiler, fogs, HID, alarm, 643-6565, 2269931.

 Auto blowout sale! Unregistered Mazda Axela $2 295 000 Pioneer CD, crystal lights, remote start, alarm. 6436565, 226-9931.  Mitsubishi Canter 4D32 engine (non-electronic) enclosed insolated box for cold storage purpose, $1.55M neg. Contact 6546166.  or selling used motor vehicles: 192, 212 Carina, NZE, Fielder wagons, Spacio, Raum, Allion, Premio, Allex, pickups and much more. Call Marketing Pro. - 619-5784.   Silver Premio dark blue 2003 Raum with alloy wheels, TV/nav, excellent condition. 624-7684/ 617-2378  Allion, Premio, both excellent condition. Contact Leonard 617-1505, 226-9316. Also used grilles for window, doors.  Lancer 2000 model, PLL series, 16" alloy rims, CD, Mp3 player, Black, good condition, tiptronics, $950 000. Serious enquiries only. Tel. 665-4854, 665-9169. , open and enclosed canter trucks with lift, and 4x4 Super cab pick up - 61 Dennis St., Campbellville. 2270190, 693-5610, 616-9727. , Premio, NZE Corolla, Allex, AT 212, 192, Carina, IST, AT 110 Sprinter, Corolla Pickup RR 650, Honda, Raum, Pajero JR. Amar 621603 7. BPP series $3.3M neg,, 2RZ BKK series mag rims, working condition. Ideal for school run $900 000 neg., 212 HB yellow, working $1M neg. Tel. 6149537, 644-2099, 218-2297 (Call after 18:00hrs)>  Toyota Verossa 2002 model, mileage 85 000, late PNN series, fully loaded with DVD p l a y e r, 2 0 " c h r o m e r i m s , l e a t h e r u p h o l s t e r y, f a s h i o n a b l e c o l o u r, f u l l y e q u i p p e d with HID lights. Owner one, driver one, Asking price $3.4M. neg. Tel. 692-1963.  1 2002 model unregistered Toyota Regius Wagon, colour Black two tone, AC< air bag, alloy wheels powered windows, power steering, fog lights, TV, navigation price $2.3M. Contact 624-5617.

'S Auto Sales, Lot 2 George Street Werk-en-Rust back of Camp and Brickdam church. We buy and sell used vehicles, we also trading yours for another, RZ buses, Tundra, CRV, RAV-4, Premo, Allion, NZE, AT 212, Spacio, Vios. We have all models of used vehicles 231-3690, 649-0329, David.           4x4 Tundra extra cab, AC, CD player, alarm, automatic silver grey, hard cover, bed liner, GPP series, lifted crash bar, fog lamps, 9000 wrench, 5 new B.F. Goodrich all terrain tyres. Call Eddie - 611-8912.  Nissan Vanette small minibuses, privately used - PEE series, driving condition, stick shift gear, disc brakes, mag wheels, $300 000; PDD series not driving, needs minor work to drive $200 000. Double sliding door, disc brakes, stick gear good. Owner leaving (BOTH $400,000) - 616-5340.   all vehicle parts. Now in stock Toyota Allion, Premio head lamps and tail lights, fog lamps for Toyota Carina 212/ Premio Spacio, Toyota Hiace (RZ) head lamps, 5A distributors head lamp for Allex, Runx, Fielder, NZE Sedans and so much more. Tel. 626-2466, 220-5105/5124.  TACOMA 2011 4 x 2, pickup with new safety features and redesigned interior, driver and passenger front air bags, seats, air bags, side curtains air bags, stability and traction control system, whiplash protection system, 4-wheel abs, tyre pressure monitoring system, emergency braking ass, extended cab. Price neg. 671-8883, 669-1113, 696-9529 with     Toyota Tacoma, four cylinders, 44 000 miles, sunroof, AC, manual transmission, 4x4, 4WD, TRD package, tray cover, bedliner, tow package, step-up rails, very clean, fully powered, sturdy. Excellent condition. 223-1885, 642-3722.

 Toyota Axio $2.8M neg, 2008 Suzuki $2.8M neg, 2003 Allion $2 55M neg, All with TV, push start, fully loaded. Tel. 6481000.                            off road package, fully loaded, automatic, bright red, excellent condition side bars, steps, extended cab 6718 8 8 3 , 6 6 9 - 111 3 , 6 9 6 - 9 5 2 9 . Price neg. with     Fielder wagon, white, PNN series, AC, flair kit, roof rack, rear spoiler and so much like new. Price $1.7M neg, 2005 Toyota Raum rims, TV, DVD player, AC, electric door, full works, low rims. Hardly driven, like new $1.7M neg. Tel. 626-2466, 220-5124/ 5105.                , Sport package, fully loaded, extended cab, dark blue, side bars, with cargo high top. Price neg 671-8883, 6691113, 696-9529 with  

Sale Black Toyota Corolla Fielder flair kit, Toyota IST with flair kit, fog lamps, fully loaded, 4WD Toyota Fun Cargo loaded and 2006 Toyota Sienta HID, 7-seater, fog lamp, Toyota Vitz, 2005 Toyota Premio, 2004 Toyota Tundra V6 engine (not V8) only 3200cc engine like new $2.8M, Toyota Hilux Pickup like new only $1.8M. Call 626-2466, 2205124/5105.               We buy and sell used cars and trade in your car for another All prices are negotiable. USED RZ bus $850 000, Range Rover des 5L eng SolId Def $5M, Land Cruiser $4M, Honda Accord $1M, 318 BMW $2.9M, Nadia $1.7M, Toyota Gaia (7-seater) $1.7M, Allion $2.15M, Lancer $1.2M, Honda Civic $1.2M, Mitsubishi Galant $1.3M, Caldina Wagon 3S Turbo, 5-speed manual $2.6M, small bus $1M, AT 192 $950 000, 210 Corolla $1.4M, AE 110 Corolla $1.5M, 212 $1 25M, Vios $1.6M, Raum $1.25M, new model Raum $1.7M, Premio $2.8M (unregistered), Tundra bubble back 4-wheel drive $3.4M, Tundra square back $2.4M.               We buy and sell used cars and trade in your car for another. All prices are neg USED Mitsubishi Galant $1.3M, Caldina Wagon 3S turbo, 5-speed manual $2.6M, small bus $1M, AT 192 $950 000, 210 Corolla $1.4M, AE 100 Corolla 10.50 212 $1.25M Vios $1.6M, Raum $1 250M, new model Raum $1.7M, Premio $2.8M (unregistered) Tundra bubble back, 4-wheel drive $3.4M, Tundra square back $2.4M, RZ bus $850 000, Range Rover des 5L eng Solid Def $5M, Land Cruiser $4M, Honda Accord $1M, 318 BMW $2.9M, Nadia $1.7M, Toyota Gaia (7-seater) $1.7M, Allion $2 15M, Lancer $1.2M, Honda Civic $1.2M.

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 and waitress for 704 Sport Bar. Contact 223-5273-4. Security. Contact 2235273-4. MECHANIC for interior Contact 223-5273/4.  cars to work. Tel. 644-0530.  & Ranjah Import and Export. For all genuine truck parts and accessories new and used f o r L e y l a n d , D A F, E R F Bedford Model M and TM etc from the UK, also foreign used Cummins and Perkins engine from the UK We currently have transfer boxes (power box) for 6x6 TM. Tel. 592-660-9152, 592-6102873.  arrived! Black Toyota Fielder wagon, flair kit chrome, Toyota IST flair kit, fog lamps, Toyota Coaster bus, electric door 30-seater, AC, new model like brand new, low km. Price $3.4M neg. Tle. 626-2466, 220-5105/ 5124.

 intelligent girl to work. Call: 684-1852  car to work and keep, $20 000 per week. Tel. 6399662. : Please call Alvin 628-0539 or 216-1421.  seats for big bus -6753062, 686-0900  Dispatcher. Tel. 225-4112, 227-1200.  cars to work. Tel. 644-0530.  janitor, age 3540, preferably form Triumph/ Mon Repos ECD Area. Call 6231387.

WANTED . Apply in person M.F. Shikhan Hotel, 34 Princes Street, Wortmanville.  Housekeeper to work in Georgetown. Attractive salary. Tel. 667-7888, 223-5709.  Guard to work at LBI. Kindly contact Regency Homes on 226-0575. -in domestic for 2 elderly Indians. Cooking WBD. 6925327.  experienced driver with purchasing skill. Contact 227-5585.  a two-bedroom house around $25 000/$30 000. Call 696-6974.

WANTED  experienced general domestic to work full-time Must be 30-50 years old and living in Georgetown. Contact Alana on 623-4122, 227-0277.  Salesgirls. Apply to Regent Household Electronics (big blue store), 143 Regent Road, Bourda between Albert and Light Streets. Tel. 227-4402.  Sales Clerks. Apply to Regent Household Electronics (big blue store), 143 Regent Road, Bourda between Albert and Light Streets. Tel. 2274402.

: One ice cream van driver between 40 and 50 years old. Contact 218-3021.  (husband & wife) to work on a farm, 601-5500.  yardman/gardener to work at residence in Georgetown. Contact 226-9768.     -IN nanny, age 30-50. Contact 6044629,  yardman/gardener to work at residence in Georgetown. Contact 226-9768, 642-7963.  cook and one waitress to work in a hotel, restaurant and bar. Experience necessary. Contact 225-1821, 665-7659.  men, joiners and women to work in furniture factory, preferably from East Bank Demerara. Call 664-2604, 2336743.  and female to work in factory, 18 years and older. Call 223-0900 for more information.  salesgirls, age 25-30 years old. Contact City Mall, 2nd Floor, Escada on Tel. 225-1322.  experienced cook to work in a hotel. Call 223-5207, 6697523, 220-4952 after working hours.  Female attendants for wash bay. Tel. 226-4252, 48 Brickdam, Stabroek opposite GT&T Blackberry building.  live-in maid preferably form Berbice or Essequibo. Tel. 216-3120 (office), 671-0927, 667-6644.             Taxi Drivers with and without car, Crown Cabs. Visit office at 317 East St, North Cummingsburg, Dispatchers for Kitty base. 225-9698.  family man to manage and work a farm in the P o m e r o o n R i v e r. M u s t h a v e vast farming knowledge. Contact 226-9768. : to fill five-gallon water bottles, excellent salary. Apply within with recent Police Clearance. Tel. 226-5473. man to do store runs and to and basic cleaning apply Guyana Variety Store tel 227-3939  female between the ages of 18 and 25, to work in factory located in Georgetown. Tel. 227-3341, 699-1212.  experienced merchandiser to work for factory, holder of a driver's licence would be an asset. Tel. 227-3341, 699-1212.  work man to spray motor cycles apply in person Guyana Variety Store Tel 2273939 cover and over-edge heavy-duty machine operators. Male or female. Contact 660-2497. , Handyboys. Apply to Regent Household Electronics (big blue store), 143 Regent Road, Bourda between Albert and Light Streets. Tel. 227-4402.

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Nadal thrives, Del Potro beaten in scorching Melbourne By Nick Mulvenney

MELBOURNE, Australia (Reuters) - Rafael Nadal swept into the Australian Open third round under the Rod Laver Arena roof yesterday but Juan Martin Del Potro was sent packing as sweltering temperatures, lightning and rain caused chaos on the outside courts. Fifth seed Del Potro, whose match was shunted back to the late evening by the disruptions, was the first major casualty of the men’s draw in the early hours of the morning when he lost 4-6, 6-3, 5-7, 6-4, 7-5 to 62nd-ranked Spaniard Roberto Bautista. On a third consecutive day of sauna-like heat and with temperatures climbing towards a peak of 43.4 degrees Celsius (110 Fahrenheit), organisers finally enacted the third stage of their ‘Extreme Heat Policy’ after three hours of play. Play was suspended for more than four hours on the ex-

… Del Potro shocked by Bautista posed outer courts and, in a bizarre turn of events, the players had been back on court for less than two hours when a thunderstorm sent them scuttling back to the locker rooms. Matches continued on the Rod Laver Arena and Hisense Arena throughout both stoppages, the latter lasting nearly two hours, after the retractable roofs over the showcourts were closed. That allowed Nadal, Victoria Azarenka and Roger Federer to charge through their second round ties before the Rod Laver Arena was again exposed to the elements for Andy Murray to join them in the third round in the evening cool. “For me, everything was fine,” defending champion Azarenka said after beating Barbora Zahlavova Strycova 6-1, 6-4. “Played under the closed roof so lightning couldn’t hit me. I didn’t feel the heat. I didn’t get sunburned. I was in

the perfect conditions today.” FULL GLARE Third seed Maria Sharapova had a tougher time, though, and a quirk of the rules meant her match against Karin Knapp was concluded in the full glare of the sun some 50 minutes after it was adjudged too dangerous to play. The Russian reflected the confusion and anger of players over the last three days at a perceived lack of transparency over when the Extreme Heat Policy is put into force. “No one really knows what the limit is,” she said after closing out a 6-3, 4-6, 10-8 victory over the inspired Italian - not the players (nor) the trainers themselves when you ask them when will the roof be closed.” Top seed Nadal took advantage of slightly cooler conditions under the roof to administer a 6-2, 6-4, 6-2 thrashing to plucky 17-year-old Australian Thanasi Kokkinakis.

Great expectations ...

From back page

fixtures while the two matches in Tobago will be day games. Mr Elgin said his organisation was delighted to partner with WICB in the main 50-over event. “It is our hope that with this sponsorship of West Indies cricket we will see resurgence in West Indies cricket. We have been passionate supporters of West Indies cricket for a long time and we believe this partnership will help to lift the game,” Mr Elgin noted. “Cricket is a way of life in the Caribbean and we believe it is necessary to contribute to the communities to help make them succeed. We hope out alignment with the WICB will be something big and will continue.” Bassarath said his organisation was ready to stage a “carnival of cricket” for the world to enjoy. “For 2014, 2015 and 2016 Carnival will come early. The super excitement of the NAGICO Super50 tournament is here,” Mr Bassarath said. “The time is right to let the world know that Trinidad & Tobago is ‘ready’ for this is the most exciting event to hit town for a while. During this NAGICO Super50 T&T will be exposed to the world via ESPN...our investment in this event is sure to be a success.”

‘Water Dog’ Thompson makes donation ...

From back page ‘Youngest Player’ when he started in his team’s first-round contest against Mackenzie High School, one that they lost, while Mackenzie went on to lose their quarterfinal game against St George’s, who finished fourth in the tournament. In his show of gesture, Thompson, who played alongside such players as Maurice Enmore, Mikey Lane, Keith Smart, Clive Nedd and Herbert Pellew of Guystac tackling Rupert and Bing Charter, ‘Bunny’ Anthony, Joey Alberts and Neville ‘Zipper’ Johnson of Guymine in some thrilling Guystac versus Guymine football games, presented the player with a pair of football boots, hose and shin pads. This donation was made yesterday morning at the Irving Street-based Kashif and Shanghai Organisation office, where Thompson urged the young McArthur to stay focused on his education, from which he can become a better person in society and even much better person in the sport. “This donation is the first of many you will receive throughout your career as a footballer. However, I want to urge you to stay focused on your academics, as it can help you to not only become a better person in society, but also a better player as you will be able to understand the game. Football is secondary, education is priority. The ball is never tired, it may get old and worn out from being kicked around the pasture, but never tired. You are the one who gets tired and I want you to study hard, so that you can have a comfortable life after football,” said Thompson. Thompson said he was moved to make the presentation to McArthur, after hearing about his exploits in the tournament, adding that during his playing days he played for the love of the sport and knows how difficult it is for some players to acquire certain necessities to advance in the game. In his thank-you remarks, the soft-spoken McArthur said he was grateful for the gesture and promised to not only put it to good use, but also heed the words of advice from the donor, as it relates to his education. “Indeed I am grateful for this donation here today; it makes me feel great,” said McArthur. He added, “If you wish to become an international footballer, education is the key. Even if you wish to become a doctor, pilot or technician, a good educational background is needed and having listened to what Mr Thompson just said about education, I will purpose in my heart to study hard, because it is my intention to become a professional footballer.” Co-Director of the K&S Organisation Kashif Muhammad in an open comment lauded Thompson for his gesture, while saying McArthur is a player for the future in Guyana’s football. “I think this young player here is an outstanding player and I am elated to know that this former national player is giving back to football, especially to this young player who is one Guyana can and will be proud of in the future,” said Muhammad. Muhammad said it is gestures such as the one done by Thompson, which keep his organisation working towards further development of football and while he thanked Thompson for showing his support, reminded McArthur of his decision to remain committed to a better academic life, while mixing it with football.

The Spaniard, seeking a second Australian Open title, was delighted to be able to play indoors rather than in the furnace heat outside but more so that his serve had worked so well. “It was important that the serve was there during the whole match,” he said. “It is very important here and it was working well.” Federer also picked out his “rock solid” serve as a highlight of his 107-minute 6-2, 6-1, 7-6 (4) demolition of Blaz Kavcic on Hisense Arena, where he had not played, under the roof or otherwise, for 10 years. The four-time Australian Open champion selected a highly aggressive strategy to deal with the Slovenian world number 99 and it paid off impressively when he wrapped up the first two sets inside an hour. “I think in these conditions and on the hard courts it’s what we want to try to do, especially

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Craig Simmons scores the fastest T20 hundred on Australian soil.

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Simmons’ record ton helps Scorchers to semis

Perth Scorchers 203 for 7 (Simmons 102) beat Adelaide Strikers 198 for 6 (Hughes 58) by five runs Craig Simmons slammed the fastest century of the BBL, off just 39 balls, to power Perth Scorchers to 203 at the WACA. His blistering knock was only just enough to help Scorchers get over the mark as the Adelaide Strikers fought to finish five short in a thriller. The win secured a place in the semi-finals for Scorchers. Simmons, the left-handed opener, lost his opening partner Simon Katich early, in the second over. He began by slogging Johan Botha over deep square leg for his first six and raced towards his fifty with three more hits over the ropes. Shaun Tait came in for some punishment as well, as Simmons slapped one over deep extra cover. Simmons then slammed two sixes and a four off consecutive balls off Botha to take 22 off an over. His partner in a second-wicket stand of 103 off just 8.2 overs, Sam Whiteman, made a relatively pedestrian 20 off 19 balls before hitting Jon Holland to Phillip Hughes at backward point. Michael Neser, the right-arm seamer, then suffered at the hands of Simmons as he smashed 20 off his over, including three fours and a six to move to 95 off 38 balls. Simmons got to the landmark with a six off Holland over long-on. It was the fastest T20 hundred on Australian soil, beating the previous record of 44 balls set by England’s Luke Wright, for Melbourne Stars over Hobart Hurricanes in Hobart in BBL 2012. Simmons fell in the same over for 102, caught trying to clear deep fine leg, off Holland. Tait then took three wickets as Scorchers finished on 203 for 7. Strikers were given a sound start by their openers Alex Hales and Hughes, who added 68 in just 7.4 overs. Jono Dean then took 21 off a Mitchell Marsh over to help the Strikers surge ahead. But his promising knock ended at 29 when he was runout attempting a second run. Hughes fell the following over for 58, caught at long-on. Strikers needed 61 off the last four overs and their chances of winning hinged on Nathan Reardon, who smashed three sixes. But his departure in the 19th over was the turning point as it left them needing 17 off the last over. It came down to six needed off one ball and Tim Ludeman failed to put it away.

Saeed Ajmal exults after a wicket.

Ajmal strikes to restrict Sri Lanka in final Test (REUTERS) - Pakistan off-spinner Saeed Ajmal picked up two wickets in the last session to restrict Sri Lanka to 220 for five wickets at stumps on the first day of the third and final Test in Sharjah yesterday. The experienced slow bowler dismissed a well-set Mahela Jayawardene (47) with some extra spin and bounce and then baffled Dinesh Chandimal (11) with a doosra to reduce Sri Lanka to 166 for five at one stage. Captain Angelo Mathews (24) and wicketkeeper Prasanna Jayawardene (28) held firm with an unbroken sixth-wicket stand of 54 runs to deny Pakistan any further success. Ajmal was confident he had Prasanna out leg-before and the umpire agreed too but the batsman reviewed the decision successfully as replays showed the ball was bouncing over the stumps. Faced with some accurate bowling from Pakistan, Sri Lanka found scoring difficult on a slow and low pitch at the Sharjah stadium after Mathews opted to bat after winning the toss. Mohammad Talha, playing only his second Test, struck early to get rid of Kaushal Silva (17) while left-arm spinner Abdur Rehman dismissed Dimuth Karunaratne (34) immediately after lunch. Kumar Sangakkara (52) added 60 for the third wicket with Mahela to steady Sri Lanka’s ship but hit paceman Junaid Khan tamely to mid-wicket after completing his 44th Test fifty. Sangakkara, on 15, was lucky to survive an appeal for a catch after replays showed that he had gloved a sweep shot off Rehman. Pakistan opted not to challenge the umpire’s not-out verdict. Mahela looked in good control against the spinners before failing to negotiate a ball from Ajmal which turned and bounced sharply to take the edge and reach Azhar Ali at short leg. Sri Lanka, who lead the three Test series 1-0, would have been in more trouble if Talha had managed to hold on to a return catch off Mathews with the batsman yet to open his account.

SRI LANKA first innings D. Karunaratne c Younus b Rehman 34 K. Silva c Sarfraz b Talha 17 K. Sangakkara c Manzoor b Junaid 52 M. Jayawardene c Azhar b Ajmal 47 D. Chandimal c Shafiq b Ajmal 11

A. Mathews not out 24 P. Jayawardene not out 28 Extras: (lb-5, nb-2) 7 Total: (five wickets; 90 overs) 220 Fall of wickets: 1-31, 2-65, 3-125, 4-159, 5-166. Bowling (to date): Junaid 17-3-441, Talha 20-2-64-1 (nb-2), Ajmal 29-7-62-2, Rehman 24-9-45-1.

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ICC mulls two-tier Test cricket … Brettig: Ireland, Afghanistan could benefit from relegation-based system By Daniel Brettig WORLD cricket’s custodians are to consider a revolutionary proposal to bring relegation and promotion to Test matches as a partial sop to the imminent death of the World Test Championship (WTC). The ICC executive board is expected to consider the proposal at the next round of meetings later this month, the same gathering expected to end any hopes for the WTC due to the reluctance of broadcasters and the lack of certainty around

suggested that the incentives provided by promotion and relegation would also add context and value to Test cricket, perhaps to the point of dissuading some players from fringe nations prioritising the IPL over representing their country at that time of year. “Just imagine if New Zealand have to come to England and win one out of three Tests to stay in the first division or win promotion,” Vaughan wrote in the Telegraph. “If there is a proper financial incentive to playing in

In addition to promotion and relegation, the ICC is expected to consider increasing the financial rewards on offer to teams earning the No.1 spot on the Test rankings, for which the Test Championship Mace is currently awarded on an annual basis. There have been an increasing number of diversions from the Future Tours Programme as nations make bilateral agreements that flout the authority of officially agreed schedule. India recently reduced their tour of South Africa to the minimum two Test matches while adding two unscheduled home fixtures against the West Indies, while this week it was confirmed that Pakistan’s series against Australia in October would be downsized from the earlier agreed three Tests to two. The ICC has previously

Ireland players pose with the trophy after winning the Intercontinental Cup final, Dubai, December 13, 2013. the format of an event that was postponed from its original 2013 launch date and re-launched for 2017 last October. ESPNcricinfo understands that the board will instead entertain the promotion/relegation plan, which will open up the possibility of nations like Ireland and Afghanistan earning their way into Test matches while at the same time placing the likes of Zimbabwe and Bangladesh on the precipice. It will be introduced on the “no disadvantage” condition that none of the current ICC Full Member nations would lose that status and its financial advantages. Instead, the Associate nations will have the chance to press for spots at the Test match table on the basis of performance against the lower-ranked Full Members. This would provide a strong incentive for nations currently playing Test matches to improve themselves while also offering opportunities for Associates to compete at the highest level of the game. Precise details of how promotion and relegation from Test cricket would work in practice are yet to be revealed, but the concept of play-offs for Test status every four years is believed to be one of the options under consideration. The idea of dividing Test cricket into two tiers has been debated for some time, with various noted voices on the game expressing opinions on its merit In 2013, the former England captain Michael Vaughan

the first division, like there is in football’s Premier League, then players would be less likely to choose the IPL instead.”

flagged that promotion and relegation will become part of the landscape for ODIs, coming into effect following the 2019 World Cup. (ESPN Cricinfo)

Harris opts for surgery against IPL stint AUSTRALIA fast bowler Ryan Harris will not be entering the IPL 2014 auction, instead opting to undergo knee surgery at the end of his team’s upcoming tour of South Africa. Australia tour South Africa for three Tests and three T20s between mid-February and mid-March. Harris, 34, who was one of the keys to Australia crushing England on their way to regaining the Ashes over the past couple of months, requires a clean-up operation for a lingering knee complaint, and is likely to be out of action for some time after that while he heals. So, he is unlikely to be fit for the IPL in April-May. His red-hot form in the Ashes - he was second on the wickets charts with 22 scalps at 19.31 - meant he was likely to have been on the radar of some of the IPL franchises. The deadline for players to submit their names for the IPL auction, which is set for February 12 and 13, is January 24. Previously, Harris had been part of the Kings XI Punjab and Deccan Chargers squads. Following the South Africa Tests, Australia are not scheduled to play any other long-format games till the series against Pakistan in the UAE in the second half of the year. (ESPN Cricinfo)

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Former pacers want focus on youth ST JOHN’S, Antigua - Former West Indies captain Courtney Walsh believes more emphasis should be placed on youth development if the regional team is to regain its status as the world’s number one squad. The Jamaican was at the time discussing the current state of cricket within the region and the recent performances of the West Indies senior team. “Where I see us getting stronger is our A Team, the guys moving from the Under-19 to the A Team. I think we need to spend a lot of time and focus there. I would try to get a lot more of the former players involved as much as possible

for mentoring, technique and talking cricket because when I was going on my first Under-19 tour to England when Wes Hall, Charlie Griffith, Seymour Nurse and Sir Everton Weekes came and gave us a lecture, it was a big thing because these were people you would look up to and they told us about the conditions of play and what to expect. “What England can do to you, what you should be doing, and to me it was a big help,” he said. The former pacer reminded current members of the senior outfit that they have a responsibility to perform not only at the international level but at

the regional and national levels as well. “… you play West Indies cricket and you come back to regional cricket and I think that has been lacking in our system here. Our top players are not dominating and are not playing consistently enough,” Walsh added. “When you come back off a tour of India or New Zealand, your name should be in the books for every game to let people know, ‘hey listen, yes, we got beaten down there because the opposition was good but I am better than whosever is at this standard and I am going to show and I am going to prove

Gibson expects better from Windies against Ireland and England WELLINGTON, New Zealand (CMC) - West Indies coach Ottis Gibson says he believes his team will fare better at home against Ireland and

OTTIS GIBSON England under familiar conditions after disappointing tours to India and New Zealand. England will play three Twenty20s, as well as three one-day internationals, in Antigua and Barbados from late February into March. Ireland will take on West Indies in a limited-overs series - two T20 internationals and an ODI - in March following their involvement in the Super50 competition.

“I don’t think all is lost. We are missing a lot of key players and there are players who will come in and strengthen us in the next couple of weeks,” Gibson said. “I’m looking forward to the mini-series versus Ireland, England next month and of course, the T20 World Cup”. West Indies crashed to a number of lopsided defeats in Tests, ODIs and T20s on their tour of India and New Zealand and injuries kept mostly all of their frontline players out of action. “We have lots of cricket to be played still. We’ll see how (Chris) Gayle is doing and there’s (Kemar) Roach and Ravi Rampaul to also come back,” he said. “I’ll have a look to see how (Kieron) Pollard is doing also and we can look forward from there.” The West Indies coach also listed Marlon Samuels, Darren Sammy and Darren Bravo as crucial absentees who would reinforce his unit once fit. The Caribbean side ended their tour in dismal fashion Wednesday, crumbling by four

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wickets to New Zealand in the final of the two-match T20 series. “They gave us a lesson in how to chase in this format,” he said. “We panicked and tonight the way Ross played, steadying the ship and then setting it up for somebody to come and play the way Ronchi did, he played a really good innings” West Indies failed to convert as many as three opportunities on the field, including a botched attempt at running Ross Taylor out when he was only 5. He added 34 more runs to his tally and was crucial in keeping the chase on track for New Zealand. “We dropped a few catches in the field also but then the guys picked themselves up,” Gibson said. “In the night, the weather turned, the temperature dropped - pretty uncomfortable temperature for us.”

that to you by dominating’.” Another former pacer, Antiguan Curtly Ambrose, echoed Walsh’s sentiments, saying that the future of West Indies cricket lies within youth development. “When you look at a lot of these guys, a lot of them have so much potential on the Under-15 and Under-19s and then they don’t make their territorial sides and then they just go to waste. So we need to spend more attention to that and we also have to try to find a way to get the regional competitions to the highest standards,” he said. “From the regional tournament the next step is Test or international level cricket. So if

our standard here in the region is so poor, it’s almost impossible to dominate,” Ambrose added. “Look at our guys today, most of them cannot dominate regional cricket and the standard now is so poor. A lot of these guys (are) averaging 25 with the bat in regional cricket. (If) you go to Test cricket you are going to average 15. Walsh represented West Indies from 1984 to 2001 and captained the team in 22 Test matches. He played 132 Tests and bagged 519 wickets during his 17-year career. Ambrose played 98 Tests taking 405 wickets at an average of 20.99. (First published in the Antiguan Observer)

COURTNEY WALSH

Powell drug trial adjourned to February 12 FORMER 100m world record holder Asafa Powell will have to wait until February 12 to find out if he faces a two-year ban from athletics. The 31-year-old is accused of taking the banned stimulant oxilofrine, but his trial was adjourned on Wednesday. On day two of the hearing, a toxicologist claimed Powell would have gained no advantage from the drug Powell’s camp have defended the manner in which coach Chris Xuereb, who the sprinter blames, was appointed. “I simply relied on the referrals of well-known and trusted physios who we had worked with in the past,” Powell’s agent Paul Doyle told the hearing in Kingston. Powell, who set a world record of 9.74 seconds in 2007, was one of five Jamaicans, along with former training partner Sherone Simpson, to test positive at the Jamaican national championships in June. Professor Wayne McLaughlin of Caribbean Toxicology told the Jamaican Anti-Doping Commission trial that oxilofrine “does not improve speed”. ASAFA POWELL Tests have shown the stimulant is present in a supplement known as Epiphany D1, a substance Powell and training partner Simpson, whose trial resumes on February 4, claim Xuereb supplied. The trainer denies supplying the supplement, but the court heard that he was also administering Powell’s anti-inflammatory injections and Vitamin B12, despite not being certified as a doctor, massage therapist, chiropractor or physiotherapist. On Tuesday, Powell told the court he did not list all his supplements at trials as he could not remember their names. (BBC Sport)

Registration closes on January 31 for GSCL Inc. pre-Mash tourney TEAMS desirous of competing in the Georgetown Softball Cricket League Inc. (GSCL)-organised Pre-Mashramani tournament which will be played in two categories Open and Over-40 - are being reminded of the closing date for registration which is Friday, January 31 2014. The tournament, which was set to bowl off on January 25 and culminate the following day, was pushed back to February 14, due to unforeseen circumstances within the GSCL Inc., hence the renewed closing date for registration. The winning team in the

Open category will pocket G$1M, a trophy and 15 medals, with the runners-up collecting $200 000, a trophy and 15 medallions and in the Over-40 category, the winners will receive $600 000, a trophy and medallions, while the second-placed team will take home $200 000 a trophy and medals. Man-of-the-Series for both categories will receive a threepiece living room suite or cash equivalent and the Man-of-theMatch of the final $10 000 and a trophy. Teams desirous of competing in the Open category, are asked to pay an entrance fee

of $140 000 (US$700), while those who wish to do battle in the Over-40 segment will have to pay an entrance fee of $120 000 (US$600). The drawing of the competition which is the brainchild of GSCL Inc. Trustee Mahendra Hardyal, will take place on a date and venue to be announced. Already invitations have been extended to teams from Suriname, Canada, Florida and New York. On the local scene, it is expected that teams such as Wolf Warriors, Berbice Titans, Regal XI, Memorex, Speedboat and Trophy Stall will seek to capture

the first prize in the Open category, while Regal XI, Savage Masters and Industry Super Kings, should be among the list of competitors in the Over-40 segment. Preliminary matches are expected to be played at Everest Cricket Club, Police Sports Club ground, Eve Leary, and the Ministry of Education ground, with the semifinals and final being contested at Everest Cricket Club, which will host the Open final under lights, with live radio commentary. (Calvin Roberts)

GUYANA CHRONICLE Friday January 17, 2014

Lennie Shuffler Volleyball Festival set for February 9 THE Guyana Volleyball Federation (GVF) is promising that this year’s Lennie Shuffler Volleyball Festival, set for February 9 at the National Gymnasium, Mandela Avenue, will be an exciting and memorable one. According to the Federation’s press release, all measures are in place to ensure a successful run when the annual “one of a kind event” runs off its fourth hosting next month. The festival is open to all existing and emerging third division teams across Guyana, and will feature competition for both male and female teams, as well as an exhibition match between the reigning volleyball champs for Region 4 and the fast rising Guyana Defence Force team. First held in 2010, the event is planned to celebrate the birth anniversary of president of the GVF. Lennox Shuffler, who will be celebrating his 75th birth anniversary this year. This event is hailed as a means of bringing emphasis to the unwavering dedication that Mr Shuffler has shown to the LENNIE SHUFFLER sport in the 62 years that he has been involved in the sport. Beginning as a player of the sport at the tender age of thirteen, Mr Shuffler elevated himself and went on to become a national player and captain of the Guyana national team during his time as a player. He is now serving his third and final term as the president of the GVF and will soon be handing over the reins to his successor. This year’s activity will coincide and celebrate Shuffler’s illustrious career. Now that Shuffler will soon hand over the management, the event is expected to continue as a celebration of Shuffler’s legacy. His philosophy of friendliness, team work, fair competition, peace and meaningful interactions are expected to be demonstrated in the day’s proceedings, the release said.

University of Guyana to take part in Barbados Relay Fair By Tamica Garnett THE University of Guyana (UG) is expected to field a team of some 15 athletes to the upcoming annual Barbados Relay Fair, which is scheduled to be held next month, February 15, at the Barbados National Stadium, Waterford, St Michael, Barbados. UG Sports Organiser, Lavern Thomas-Fraser, who will be managing the team, confirmed that the UG will be making its second appearance at the prestigious event, with a number of athletes shortlisted and training having already begun. “This year we expect to field a team of 15 athletes along with 2 officials. The males will be participating in the 4x100m, 4x400m and medley relays for sure, while the females will lineup for the 4x100m and medley for sure. “I plan for my females to participate in the 4x400m but my concern right now with the female 4x400m is the number of girls I have attending the training sessions because the 4x400m is an elite event. Once I

T&T sends Browne to the cycling World Cup PORT-OF-SPAIN, Trinidad, (CMC) - Trinidad and Tobago cyclist Kwesi Browne will represent his country at the third leg of the UCI (International Cycling Union) Cycling World Cup in Guadalajara, Mexico this weekend. Browne has replaced top cyclist Njisane Phillip who is recovering after spending a week at a medical centre in California, USA. Phillip was admitted after complaining of stomach pains and an examination has revealed swollen kidneys due to the blockage of his urinal tract. Browne, 20, will replace Phillip in the men’s sprint and keirin events at the meet, which pedals off today. Browne will also be in action tomorrow in the keirin, followed by the sprint on Sunday. His participation allows Phillip to compete at the UCI World Track Cycling Championships in Colombia which starts February 26. Phillip, who won sprint silver at leg one of the world cup

in England last November, was discharged from the medical centre last Saturday. He also competed at leg

two in Aguascalientes, Mexico, breaking his own national record in the sprint, but finished eighth overall.

Kwesi Browne has replaced top cyclist Njisane Phillip.

am satisfied that my females are ready then we will participate in it.” Fraser said. The team is in their second week of training with preparations having begun last week Monday at the Police Sports Club ground. According to Fraser training has been coming along very well and she expects the team to be well prepared by the time “I am quite happy at the moment because the athletes are being prepared under the watchful eye of coaches Mark Scott and Linden Wilson, and if I am to make a comparison between our preparation the last time and now, we are definitely ahead. “The last time it was just we and we had to make do with whatever advice we got.” Fraser related. According to Fraser, the

university was represented at the event for the first time in 2012, where the female team managed to land bronze in the 4x100m relay and silver in the male medley, Lawanda Whaul won gold in the discus. A few of the athletes on the team will be repeat performers from the last attendance. They include Carlwyn Collins, Owen Adonis and Dwayne Johnson for the men and Feona Jones for the women. The Barbados Relay Fair which first began in 2003, features relay events in five age divisions from the Under-13 to Under-20 for the individual category, while there is a club category with the Open and Under-45 age divisions. All divisions feature a 4x100m, a 4x400m and a medley relay, while the competition also has

an Open category 4x800m relay. Field events are also a facet of the event. Apart from UG several other teams from Guyana are expected to attend

UG Sports Organiser Lavern ThomasFraser the event, which will feature competitors from all over the world.

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Former pacers want focus on youth Please see story on page 34

Great expectations for NAGICO Super50 PORT-OF-SPAIN, Trinidad – The first NAGICO Super50 tournament was officially launched yesterday, with WICB chief executive Michael Muirhead hailing the January 30 to February 15 event as a new approach to 50-over cricket in the region. The launch, which took place at the Brian Lara Pavilion at the Queen’s Park Oval, was attended by Dwayne Elgin, the CEO of NAGICO, and Asim Bassarath, President of the Trinidad & Tobago Cricket Board. Speaking in his feature address, Muirhead praised NAGICO’s involvement in the tournament while underscoring the value of the competition. “NAGICO Insurances is a strong and respected brand with a presence in some 19 territories of which 11 are associated with West Indies cricket. What better partner could we ask for? They have truly demonstrated in a tangible way, their passion and love of the game by sponsoring this important event in the WICB calendar. The 2014 NAGICO Super50 will be crucial for the players as we look ahead to the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup – a tournament we believe our team can win, as well as successfully defend the ICC World T20 title which we currently hold,” Muirhead said. “In this present economic climate when many companies are forced to cut back we applaud NAGICO for their vision and commitment to West Indies cricket. Their decision to invest, not for one year but for three years, must not only be viewed in dollars and cents but also as part of their overall contribution to the development of the game in the region.” Muirhead added: “Some of the future stars of West Indies and World cricket will be ‘born’ in the NAGICO Super50 tournament and years from now when they star on the world stage I’m sure we will look back and remember the moments when they got their exposure in the NAGICO Super50.” The NAGICO Super50 bowls off on January 30 and will conclude with the final on February 15. Matches will be played at the historic Queen’s Park Oval in Port-of-Spain and picturesque Shaw Park in Tobago. All matches in Trinidad will be day/night Please see page 31

Yesterday’s launch: At centre is WICB chief executive Michael Muirhead. On his right is Azim Bassarath, president TTCB while at left is Dwayne Elgin CEO of NAGICO. (Windies Cricket photostream)

‘Water Dog’ Thompson makes donation to youngest player By Calvin Roberts FORMER national footballer Oscar ‘Water Dog’ Thompson yesterday recognised the efforts of 12-year-old Nicholas McArthur, who represented Queenstown Secondary in the inaugural Kashif and Shanghai/Chico Elite Next Generation football tournament, which climaxed on January 1 last. McArthur, whose father Roy is the Guyana Football Federation’s (GFF) Referees Coordinator, was the youngest player in the tournament which was won by national schools champions Wismar/Christianburg Secondary, who defeated Ash Education Institute in the final. The young McArthur, earned the distinction of Here you go, sir! Former national footballer Oscar ‘Water Dog’ Thompson (right), makes the presentation to Nicholas McArthur, as Co-Director of the K&S Organisation Kashif Please see page 31 Muhammad (left) looks on appreciatively.