Commissioners To Decide Whether Ministers Indar & Edghill Will Appear Before Presidential MV Barima COI – HGPTV – Guyana’s Nightly News and Entertainment Channel

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October 10, 2026

Commissioners To Decide Whether Ministers Indar & Edghill Will Appear Before Presidential MV Barima COI – HGPTV – Guyana’s Nightly News and Entertainment Channel

Civilians Facing 72 Murder Charges May Be Called

By Antonio Dey | HGP Nightly News |

LILIENDAAL, EAST COAST DEMERARA — The Presidential Commission of Inquiry (CoI) into the catastrophic sinking of the state-operated ferry MV Barima has yet to decide whether Minister of Public Works Bishop Juan Edghill and Minister within the Ministry of Public Works Deodat Indar will be summoned to testify before the tribunal.

The disclosure was made by Chairman of the Commission, Justice Godfrey Phillip Smith, during preliminary engagements with families of the deceased and missing at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre (ACCC).

Both ministers hold direct executive and ministerial oversight of Guyana’s public transportation sector, including the Transport and Harbours Department (T&HD) and the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD). Justice Smith cautioned that the commission is currently in the evidence-review phase and will avoid premature conclusions, but affirmed that if the evidentiary trail warrants their appearance, the panel will officially call both ministers.

Assessing Ministerial Scrutiny: Following the Evidentiary Trail

Addressing media inquiries regarding whether high-level government officials will be placed on the stand, Chairman Justice Smith stated that ministerial subpoenas remain an open determination contingent strictly on facts uncovered during investigations:

Evidence Evaluation Stage: The five-member panel is currently reviewing voyage documentation, regulatory files, and maintenance logs obtained during initial site inspections of T&HD, Kingston Wharf, and MARAD.
No Blanket Exemptions: Justice Smith noted that no official is exempt if evidence shows their decisions, directives, or omissions impacted the seaworthiness, loading, or clearance of the ill-fated vessel.

“We have not reached that stage yet. We are still examining the evidence, and if it requires for the Ministers to show before the Commission, they will be asked to come before the Commission,” Justice Smith confirmed.

Incarcerated Civilians Facing 72 Murder Charges May Be Heard

During the consultations, families of victims and those still missing from the sunken 87-year-old vessel raised serious concerns regarding whether statements and appearances would be gathered from the three civilians currently remanded on 72 murder charges linked to the disaster.

Justice Smith indicated that despite concurrent criminal prosecutions, the commission has not closed the door on hearing from the accused men:

Access to Critical Facts: The Chairman acknowledged that the accused hold vital eyewitness and operational knowledge regarding what transpired before and during the capsize.
Balancing Testimonies with Due Process: While legal safeguards against self-incrimination govern accused individuals, the commission is actively weighing procedural mechanisms to take statements or hear from them where permissible.

“It is obvious that [they] hold important information and we will certainly ask to hear from them,” Justice Smith stated regarding the possibility of engaging the remanded individuals.

Disaster Baselines: 83 Days Since the Ferry Sinking

Friday, October 9, 2026, marked 83 days since the government-operated MV Barima went down off the Essequibo Coast en route to Port Kaituma, Region One (Barima-Waini):

Casualty Audit: State authorities have confirmed that 73 persons died in the tragedy, while 75 passengers and crew—including children—made it to safety. Several individuals remain officially listed as missing and unaccounted for.
Public Hearings Imminent: Formal public evidentiary hearings will officially open on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre in Liliendaal, featuring testimonies from more than 100 anticipated witnesses over an estimated six-month inquiry.

Meten-Meer-Zorg Truck Parking Facility 65% completed

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October 10, 2026

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Meten-Meer-Zorg Truck Parking Facility 65% completed

Work on the truck parking facility at Meten-Meer-Zorg, West Coast Demerara, is progressing.

Housing Minister Collin Croal conducted a site visit on Friday and expressed satisfaction with the progress of the ongoing works.

Spanning 16 acres, the facility is 65% complete, with six contractors actively engaged in its development. Once completed, it will accommodate about 300 trucks, providing designated space for commercial vehicle parking and helping reduce heavy-duty vehicle parking in residential communities.

Housing Minister Collin Croal engaging contractors working on the Meten-Meer-Zorg Truck Parking Facility

The Meten-Meer-Zorg facility is one of two such projects currently being undertaken in Region Three (Essequibo Islands-West Demerara).

The second facility at Hermitage, Wales on the West Bank of Demerara, is approximately 75% complete.

Minister Croal has indicated that a management committee will be established to oversee the facilities’ operations, while the operational guidelines and proposed fee structure will be outlined in the coming weeks.

The initiative forms part of the Government’s wider efforts to improve infrastructure and provide designated, organised and secure spaces for commercial vehicle operators.

In addition to Region Three, similar truck parking facilities are also being constructed across other coastal regions.

Already, a $500 million Truck Parking and Auto Zone, spanning approximately 14.1 acres, was developed at Grove, East Bank Demerara (EBD) and will be the first to come on stream once the operational arrangements are finalised. This facility will accommodate at least 300 trucks. It will also address concerns raised by residents about automotive activities, including vehicle repairs and spray painting.

There is also a second truck parking lot currently under construction at Enmore, East Coast Demerara (ECD) as well. That second facility in Region Four (Demerara-Mahaica) is being developed on approximately 30 acres of land, and completion is slated for November 2026.

Another facility is being developed at Palmyra, Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne).

Moreover, planned future works will see at least one other truck parking and automotive service zone on the Corentyne in the vicinity of the Number 75-76 Villages, as well as another in Region Four along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway.

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Belt and Road Initiative supported Guyana’s economic, social development – Chinese Embassy

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October 10, 2026

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Belt and Road Initiative supported Guyana’s economic, social development – Chinese Embassy

China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has significantly contributed to Guyana’s economic and social development, according to the Chinese Embassy in Georgetown.

The BRI is a massive infrastructure investment project led by China aimed at improving trade, communication and connectivity with partner countries around the world.

The United States (US) Department of State in its 2026 Trafficking in Persons Report cited the lack of vetting by the Guyanese authorities in its agreements with the Chinese Government for projects under the Belt and Road Initiative.

“Chinese nationals working on Chinese state-affiliated projects through the Belt and Road Initiative as well as mining sites owned by China-based companies, face conditions indicative of forced labour,” the State Department said in its report released on Thursday. But was disputed by the Chinese Embassy in Georgetown on Friday.

In a statement, a Spokesperson of the Chinese Embassy said the report seeks to smear bilateral economic and trade cooperation between Guyana and China. It was further noted that over the past 54 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, China and Guyana have consistently upheld the principles of mutual respect, equality and mutual benefit, and continued to deepen practical cooperation across various fields.

“Jointly building the Belt and Road has injected strong impetus into Guyana’s economic and social development. Chinese companies have actively participated in Guyana’s economic development, created jobs, trained skilled workers, improved people’s livelihoods, and made positive contributions to Guyana’s modernisation,” the Spokesperson stated.

According to the Chinese official, the evidence of this cooperation is there for the Guyanese people to see. In fact, the missive went on to add that, “China stands ready to work with Guyana to continue advancing high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, deepen mutually beneficial cooperation across various fields, and make new and greater contributions to Guyana’s economic and social development and the well-being of its people.”

Under the previous A Partnership for National Unity + Alliance For Change (APNU+AFC) administration, Guyana signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the People’s Republic of China on cooperation within the framework of the Silk Road Economic Belt and the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road Initiative.

The MoU allowed for enhanced cooperation in five main areas such as policy coordination, facilities connectivity, trade and investment, financial integration and people-to-people interaction, with public infrastructure also being a major focus under this agreement.

During a visit to China in July 2023, President Dr Irfaan Ali agreed to advance to the next stage under China’s main international cooperation and economic strategy following an engagement with President Xi Jinping.

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GPHC conducts complex knee replacement surgery on 48-Y-O man

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October 10, 2026

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GPHC conducts complex knee replacement surgery on 48-Y-O man

The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) recently performed a total knee replacement – a landmark surgical achievement that saw 48-year-old Pooran Sookdeo walking again after years of disability caused by haemophilia.

For Sookdeo, living with Haemophilia A has meant a lifetime of medical challenges. Repeated bleeding into his joints gradually caused severe damage, particularly to his right knee, significantly affecting his mobility, quality of life and ability to work and support his family.

On September 22, 2026, GPHC successfully performed the complex surgical procedure on Sookdeo through its partnership with the Louisiana Center for Bleeding & Clotting Disorders at Tulane University, New Orleans, facilitated through the World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH) Twinning Programme.

Haemophilia A is a rare, lifelong bleeding disorder caused by a deficiency of clotting factor VIII. Repeated bleeding into joints can result in severe arthritis, chronic pain and permanent disability.

Performing major orthopaedic surgery in patients with haemophilia is particularly challenging because of the significant risk of bleeding during and after surgery, as well as potential complications involving wound healing and infection.

Success therefore requires meticulous surgical planning, specialised clotting factor replacement, laboratory monitoring and coordinated postoperative care.

The complex surgical procedure was made possible through international collaboration and multidisciplinary teamwork

This procedure brought together the expertise of Haematology, Orthopaedics, Anaesthesia, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Laboratory and Operating Theatre Services, demonstrating the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in managing complex medical conditions.

The surgical team included Dr Kaaleshwar Ramcharran and the GPHC Orthopaedic team, working alongside Dr Fernando Leon Sanchez, Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Chief of Adult Reconstruction at Tulane University. Edgardo Javier, an experienced orthopaedic surgical technician, provided essential technical and operative support.

The patient’s specialised bleeding management was coordinated by Dr Kamela Bemaul-Sukhu, Consultant Haematologist, and Dr Jamal Shamsudeen, Senior Medical Officer, Haematology, in collaboration with Dr Maissaa Janbain, Associate Professor of Medicine at Tulane University and Director of the Louisiana Center for Bleeding & Clotting Disorders.

Carefully planned factor VIII replacement before and after surgery, together with close clinical monitoring, was essential to minimising bleeding risks and supporting recovery.

Nurse June Willery, of GPHC’s Hemophilia Nursing Service, collaborated with visiting Haemophilia Nurse Nicole Reynaud in specialised nursing care, treatment monitoring and patient education.

The GPHC Physiotherapy Department, led in this initiative by Simone Seckle, played a vital role in postoperative rehabilitation, with additional specialist rehabilitation guidance from Kenneth Martin of the Louisiana team.

Mr Sookdeo has since been discharged and is walking. He continues physiotherapy three times weekly, with no complications reported to date.

The surgery formed part of a three-day WFH Hemophilia Treatment Centre Twinning Visit, held September 21–23, 2026, which extended beyond the operating theatre.

The programme included clinical consultations, multidisciplinary case discussions, training in ultrasound-guided intra-articular joint injections, and specialist educational activities.

Visiting Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Dr Janifer Tropez collaborated with Dr Natasha France and GPHC’s OBGYN and Haematology teams to strengthen the management of women with bleeding disorders.

Countrywide Continuing Medical Education (CME) sessions, delivered virtually, also provided healthcare professionals across Guyana access to specialist teaching on hemophilic joint disease, von Willebrand disease and modern approaches to bleeding disorder management.

Special recognition is extended to Jennifer Borrillo, Programme Director and Social Worker with the Louisiana Center, whose dedication and extensive coordination were instrumental in making this collaboration possible.

According to the GPHC, this achievement highlights Guyana’s growing capacity to deliver complex specialist healthcare through strong partnerships, knowledge exchange and multidisciplinary teamwork. More importantly, it offers renewed hope to patients living with haemophilia and its disabling complications.

For Mr Sookdeo, the impact is already deeply personal. After years of restricted mobility, he is walking again, with the prospect of greater independence and an improved quality of life.

This landmark achievement is more than a successful knee replacement. It demonstrates the power of collaboration, the advancement of specialised healthcare in Guyana, and the possibilities created when medical expertise is united in the service of patients.

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Strong Coasts Links Science and Sustainable Tourism at SOTIC 2026

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October 10, 2026

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Strong Coasts Links Science and Sustainable Tourism at SOTIC 2026

From Belize’s coral reefs and mangroves to Guyana’s vast rainforests and giant Amazon water lilies, an international environmental research initiative is highlighting how community knowledge, scientific discovery and storytelling can strengthen sustainable tourism across the Caribbean.

The Strong Coasts project participated in the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC 2026), held in Guyana from October 5 to 9, bringing researchers and tourism practitioners together to explore connections between environmental conservation, cultural heritage and economic opportunities for local communities.

A central feature of the initiative was a presentation on October 6 by Dr. Maya Trotz, Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of South Florida (USF), and Mariko Wallen, Secretary of the Placencia Tour Guide Association (PTGA). They presented Caye in a Day: Community-Designed Monitoring of Belize’s Cayes at the conference’s inaugural Research Forum.

Co-developed by the Strong Coasts project and PTGA, the initiative brings tour guides and researchers together to document Belize’s more than 400 cayes, or small, low-lying islands.

During one-day field visits, participants survey coral reefs, marine species, seagrass, mangroves and water depths while collecting oral histories that record local experiences and knowledge of the environment.

The programme is designed to help tour guides discover unfamiliar cayes, develop research skills and potentially engage visitors in environmental monitoring and education. It also demonstrates how tourism workers can contribute to scientific research while helping visitors better understand the ecosystems they explore.

Connecting Guyana’s natural heritage with tourism

Strong Coasts also co-hosted a screening of Paimîye, a 45-minute documentary named after the Makushi word for Guyana’s national flower, the giant Amazon water lily (Victoria amazonica).

The film explores the plant’s ecological and cultural significance and demonstrates how storytelling can encourage interest in Guyana’s natural heritage and support nature-based tourism.

Melanie McTurk of Karanambu, one of the film’s storytellers, participated in a question-and-answer session following the screening, discussing subjects ranging from education and engineering to ways of connecting with Guyana’s diaspora.

Wallen, who has extensive experience as a marine tour guide and divemaster in Belize, praised the documentary’s potential to introduce Guyana’s natural attractions to wider audiences.

“The movie last night was just a beautiful story, and I think that story should be shared to the whole of Guyana and the world,” Wallen said. “I think people would come to Guyana just to see the Victoria amazonica, the Paimîye flower.”

Her visit also included a trip to Kaieteur Falls, where the sweeping rainforest landscape offered a perspective on Guyana’s natural wealth that she compared with Belize’s vast marine environment.

Flying over Guyana’s seemingly endless forests reminded her of Belize’s ocean, with both environments offering exceptional biodiversity and opportunities for discovery.

However, the visit also brought attention to environmental pressures. Wallen observed evidence of gold mining-related dredging in Guyana and drew comparisons with threats to Belize’s marine ecosystems from dredging associated with tourism development.

The comparison highlights a challenge facing destinations seeking to expand tourism while protecting the natural assets on which their appeal depends.

Tourism must benefit communities

Nigel Encalada, a graduate student in USF’s anthropology department, said examining tourism as an economic driver also provides an opportunity to consider whether cultural and tourism workers benefit in the ways governments intend.

“The Examination of tourism as a key economic driver in Caribbean countries is also an opportunity to examine how cultural and tourism workers benefit in the ways intended by their governments,” Encalada said.

His observation raises questions about how tourism revenue and opportunities are distributed, particularly among the guides, cultural workers and communities whose knowledge and environments help attract visitors.

For Dr. Trotz, the wider objective is to connect scientific research with community knowledge and environmental stewardship across the region.

“Tourism can go beyond visiting beautiful places to learning about, documenting, and helping manage them. We must create opportunities to connect the region’s blue and green economies through scientific discovery, community knowledge, and environmental stewardship. Most important is connecting the people working in these spaces,” she said.

The reference to blue and green economies reflects the opportunities associated with marine and coastal resources, forests and other natural ecosystems, while emphasising the importance of managing them responsibly.

Strong Coasts is supported by the US National Science Foundation and works with coastal communities in Belize, Florida and the US Virgin Islands to strengthen resilience through nature-based solutions developed in partnership with local people.

Its participation in SOTIC 2026 brought these ideas into a Guyanese setting, highlighting the potential for scientific collaboration, community storytelling and responsible tourism to help Caribbean destinations protect their natural heritage while creating meaningful opportunities for the people who depend on it.

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PNCR/APNU Demands Halt to J.E. Burnham Primary School Closure, Cites Political Erasure

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October 10, 2026

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PNCR/APNU Demands Halt to J.E. Burnham Primary School Closure, Cites Political Erasure

The People’s National Congress/A Partnership for National Unity (PNCR/APNU) is demanding that the government immediately suspend plans to close J.E. Burnham Primary School in Kitty, Georgetown, warning that the move would disrupt students, impose further costs on working-class families and deepen concerns about the fate of educational institutions associated with the late former President Forbes Burnham.

In a statement issued today, the political coalition called for broad consultation with parents, students, teachers and the Kitty community, arguing that the proposed closure was announced after families had already spent money preparing their children for the new school year.

The coalition also questioned the rationale behind the proposed closure, linking it to what it described as a pattern involving institutions associated with Burnham and Guyana’s political history.

The PNCR/APNU said:

“The timing of this announcement, within the new school year, after parents have already spent scarce resources on uniforms, books, and school supplies, demonstrates a callous disregard for working-class Guyanese families. Parents deserve predictability and respect, not abrupt decisions imposed on them after they have made financial sacrifices in good faith. This is a direct attack on the household budgets of the very people the government claims to serve.”

The proposed closure has placed the school’s future under scrutiny, particularly because of its historical association with Burnham, Guyana’s first Prime Minister and first Executive President, who founded the People’s National Congress (PNC).

Burnham was born in Kitty in 1923 and attended the local Methodist school, where his father, James Ethelbert Burnham, served as headmaster. The J.E. Burnham Primary School bears his name.

Coalition alleges pattern of targeting Burnham-linked schools

The PNCR/APNU said the proposed closure could not be viewed in isolation, pointing to the Winifred Gaskin Memorial School and Central High School as institutions it believes have also been affected by the government’s approach to schools associated with Burnham and the country’s national history.

“The PNCR/APNU also notes, with grave concern, the unmistakable pattern behind these closures. The same attitude was adopted toward the Winifred Gaskin Memorial School and Central High School, institutions likewise associated with the name Burnham and with our national history. We will not stand by and allow this government to systematically erase the name Burnham and our shared history from the landscape of Guyana.”

The coalition argued that schools carry significance beyond their immediate educational functions, serving as repositories of community identity and historical memory.

“Schools are not merely buildings; they are custodians of memory, heritage, and community identity. To target them one after another is an act of political vengeance dressed up as policy.”

The PNCR/APNU did not provide evidence establishing that the proposed closure was politically motivated. The government’s rationale for the decision, including the criteria used to select the school, was not included in the release.

Teachers’ fears and demands for consultation

The coalition also raised concerns about what it described as a climate of fear among teachers, alleging that educators had been intimidated into silence and were afraid to speak out about their rights and the future of their students.

“We are equally disturbed by the climate of fear among teachers, who have been intimidated into silence and dare not speak out for their rights or for the future of their students. When educators are afraid to voice dissent, and when institutions can be shuttered for ideological reasons, we are witnessing the hallmarks of modern-day dictatorship. A government that must rule through fear rather than consultation has lost its moral authority.”

The statement did not identify teachers who were allegedly intimidated or provide details of specific incidents.

The PNCR/APNU outlined four demands: an immediate suspension of any decision to close J.E. Burnham Primary School; genuine consultation with parents, students, teachers, the Kitty community and other stakeholders; public disclosure of the criteria used to select the school for closure, including an explanation of why institutions bearing the Burnham name appear repeatedly affected; and a guarantee that no teacher would face reprisals for expressing a legitimate opinion.

The coalition said it stood in solidarity with the school community and insisted that parents and educators must have a meaningful voice in decisions affecting students’ education.

“The PNCR/APNU stands with the parents, students, and teachers of the J.E. Burnham Primary School. We say to this government: consult the people. Listen to the people. You serve them, you do not rule over them.”

The release ended with a further expression of opposition to the proposed closure.

“Guyanese have had enough of this wickedness. We will not stand by and allow the government to take advantage of our people.”

The government’s explanation for the proposed closure and any plans for affected students and teachers were not included in the PNCR/APNU statement. Whether the proposal is driven by educational, administrative or infrastructure considerations remains unclear from the information released.

The immediate question is whether the authorities will suspend the proposed closure, disclose the reasons behind it and consult the families and educators whose lives would be affected by the decision.

Source: Village Voice News

MV Barima Inquiry: Commissioners Inspect Maritime Facilities As Investigation Deepens – HGPTV – Guyana’s Nightly News and Entertainment Channel

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October 10, 2026

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MV Barima Inquiry: Commissioners Inspect Maritime Facilities As Investigation Deepens – HGPTV – Guyana’s Nightly News and Entertainment Channel

By Antonio Dey | HGP Nightly News |

GEORGETOWN, GUYANA — As it intensifies its forensic investigation into the catastrophic July 18 sinking of the government-operated ferry MV Barima, the Presidential Commission of Inquiry (CoI) has launched on-site technical inspections of Guyana’s core maritime infrastructure, vessel clearance procedures, and regulatory enforcement bodies.

Led by Commission Chairman Justice Godfrey P. Smith, the panel initiated field operations on Thursday, visiting the Kingston Wharf, the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD), and the Transport and Harbours Department (T&HD).

The investigative site visits are designed to provide commissioners with a firsthand audit of pre-departure inspection protocols, regulatory oversight, vessel maintenance routines, and passenger-manifest monitoring systems to determine whether administrative negligence, overlooked technical warnings, or systemic regulatory lapses contributed to the loss of dozens of lives in open waters.

Auditing the Regulatory Architecture: Wharves, MARAD, and T&HD

The site visits represent a critical phase in the CoI’s initial fact-finding roadmap, examining how state maritime watchdogs execute safety and seaworthiness mandates:

Inspection Protocols Under the Microscope: Commissioners inspected physical docking and loading facilities at the Kingston Wharf to assess how passenger limits, vehicle stowage, and heavy cargo loadings are monitored before vessels depart the Demerara River.
Scrutiny of MARAD and T&HD: At the headquarters of MARAD and the Transport and Harbours Department, the tribunal examined bureaucratic systems responsible for licensing, dry-dock maintenance schedules, voyage clearances, and enforcement of safety regulations.
Probing Overlooked Warnings: Field inquiries focused on identifying potential systemic breakdowns and evaluating whether port officials ignored or bypassed mechanical warnings, engine compromises, or weight imbalances reported before the July 18 voyage.

Technical and Legal Commission Panel

The investigative panel brings together specialized expertise across judicial evaluation, marine engineering, compliance auditing, admiralty law, and naval operations:

Justice Godfrey P. Smith (Chairman): Leading judicial oversight, procedural fairness, and evidentiary evaluations.
Dr. Andrzej Jasionowski: Eminent Polish naval architect and marine engineer, leading technical reconstructions of the vessel’s naval architecture, structural condition, and hydrodynamic failure modes.
Captain Hamada Fouda: Maritime surveyor and compliance auditor, evaluating vessel certification, safety apparatus compliance, and international seamanship protocols.
Nyree Dawn Alfonso: Prominent Attorney-at-Law specializing in admiralty and maritime law, leading legal compliance and regulatory accountability inquiries.
Rear Admiral (Ret’d) Hayden Pritchard: Former naval chief specializing in maritime operations, coastal defense, emergency search-and-rescue protocols, and operational preparedness.

Expanding the Inquiry: Dry Docks, Region One Outreach, and Six-Month Hearings

The Commission’s field inspections will expand beyond state terminals into private and commercial servicing hubs before heading into the hinterland:

Commercial Dry-Dock Inspections: In upcoming field audits, the Commissioners will inspect the GOOPIE shipyard and Guyana Ports Inc. dry-dock facilities to scrutinize the vessel’s historical overhaul, retrofitting, and underwater hull repair records.
Hinterland Engagement in Region One: The panel is scheduled to travel directly to Mabaruma and Port Kaituma (Barima-Waini) to inspect regional docking wharves and hold meetings with bereaved families, community elders, and local survivors.
Six-Month Investigative Timeline: Formal evidentiary public hearings are set to commence at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre (ACCC), involving sworn testimonies from more than 100 witnesses over an inquiry docket anticipated to last approximately six months.

For the families of the deceased and the survivors who endured the disaster, the deepening inquiry represents a vital process to establish the truth of what transpired aboard the vessel and ensure that those responsible for regulatory or operational failures are held accountable.

Gandhi’s Legacy Must Include the Plight of Black Africans

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October 10, 2026

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Gandhi’s Legacy Must Include the Plight of Black Africans

Dear Editor

I have just read a letter by Vishnu Bisram titled “Mahatma Gandhi’s role in ending indentureship”, I have no difficulty with Mr Bisram’s praise of Gandhi for the role he played in bringing indentureship in the colonies to an end.

As is known I am half Indo-Guyanese and half Afro- Guyanese, and can find no evidence that in Southern Africa where Gandhi campaigned, did he on any occasion address the discrimination and plight of the black Africans who suffered much more than the Indians in Southern Africa.

Let us be true to our history, even as I write this letter on the date that the British suspended our constitution – October 8, 1953, let the whole truth take us to new heights of understanding and finding the road to become one people, in one nation, with one destiny.

Yours truly,
Nigel Bacchus

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