…Maithripala Sirisena was sworn in as SriLankan president after a shock victory over veteran strongman Mahinda Rajapakse in a January 2015election dominated by charges of corruption and growing…
…Long-time SriLankan leader Mahinda Rajapaksa, who has admitted defeat in the presidential election, was a leader credited by many Sinhalese people with winning the war against Tamil Tiger rebels… Continue reading →
The Commonwealth may impose sanctions on Guyana for its failure to hold long-delayed local government elections and lift the now two-month old suspension of Parliament, and the United Kingdom could cut back bilateral aid, according to the top British envoy here.
“Guyana is moving into a category of concern for the Commonwealth. That is quite clear from discussions that take place in London,” British High Commissioner to Guyana, Andrew Ayre told a news conference at Cara Lodge, Quamina Street. Continue reading →
West Indies win second T20 against South Africa to take series
Published on January 12, 2015 – Caribbean News Now
Chris Gayle – Man of the Match
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — An amazing batting display by West Indies saw them break several records as they beat South Africa by four wickets to win the second T20 International at the Wanderers, on Sunday evening.
The Windies were set 232 for victory after the Proteas posted 231-7 off their 20 overs. The visitors reached the target with four balls to spare – the highest run chase in T20 cricket. The win gave the Windies an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series – following their victory by four wickets in Cape Town last Friday night (January 9, 2015)
Gold miners demand same incentives as big operators to stay alive
January 3, 2015 | KNEWS
As gold closed out a dismal 97,000 ounces short of its original 2014 target, local miners have stepped up calls for radical changes that will see real incentives to keep the industry alive for small and medium scale players.
Gold declarations ended the year at just over 387,000 ounces.
According to Guyana Gold and Diamond Miners Association (GGDMA), it now wants almost the same benefits as the big operators with the time now for key mining policy changes. This is to allocate more of the fiscal “benefits currently enjoyed by large scale licencees to small and medium scale producers as well.” Continue reading →
