Amerindian affairs Archives

September 30, 2025

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Amerindian Heritage Month 2025 concluded Monday evening with ‘Enmogang’, an annual heritage dinner that showcased the richness of Indigenous traditions through food, music, and art. The event, held at the Railway Courtyard in Georgetown, brought together government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, Indigenous leaders, and other guests. Attendees were treated to traditional dishes—some reimagined […]

September 18, 2025

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Sarah Browne grew up paddling to school in Santa Rosa, often on little more than one meal a day. Today, she takes her place at the Cabinet table as Guyana’s new Minister of Amerindian Affairs, determined to prove that humble beginnings can lead to the nation’s highest offices. The 35-year-old Indigenous leader has described her […]

June 11, 2025

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Head of the Hinterland Affairs Committee and Regional Councillor Melrose Henry has expressed profound gratitude on behalf of Region Two’s indigenous communities for the government’s continued commitment to their development. Presenting her committee’s report at the recent Regional Democratic Council (RDC) statutory meeting, Councillor Henry said the transformation taking place in hinterland villages is a […]

April 2, 2025

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Amerindian Affairs Minister Pauline Sukhai has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to direct consultations with Amerindian villages, ensuring that interventions align with village priorities. Speaking during an outreach to residents of Akawini and Wakapou Village in Region Two, Sukhai highlighted that Guyana remains the only country to host an annual engagement between Amerindian village leaders, the […]

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Amerindian Heritage Month closes with cultural dinner ‘Enmogang’

From the riverbanks to Cabinet: Browne brings humble story and bold plans

Investments positively impacting hinterland communities

Minister Sukhai: Direct engagement at the heart of government’s interventions

Passengers evacuated after vessel runs aground, catches fire in Region One

Pitamber wins National Rapid Chess Tournament

Road takeover not political, part of infrastructure reform drive, President says

Passengers evacuated after vessel runs aground, catches fire in Region One

Pitamber wins National Rapid Chess Tournament

Road takeover not political, part of infrastructure reform drive, President says