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Guyana Is Not a Corporation
I recently listened to Nation Watch with Eden Corbin featuring Aubrey C. Norton, and the interview was eye-opening. It’s clear that Aubrey C. Norton has been paying attention to the real concerns of the Guyanese people.
I agree that the PPPC has damaged the media, music, events, and entertainment industries. However, we must also recognize that Hits and Jams represents an old model. Guyana has evolved. Today, we have rising DJs, producers, record labels, studios, and independent entertainment companies that deserve focus and support.
Our creative industries must not become monopolies controlled by political interests. Growth comes from competition, innovation, and freedom. That’s why grants and structured support for emerging companies are critical if we want these industries to flourish.
Government should be a facilitator, not a dictator. It is not meant to own culture or control creativity. Its role is to provide structure, fairness, and opportunity so people can build, create, and thrive.
For too long, the PPPC has operated like a corporation instead of a political party. Guyana does not belong to any party. It belongs to the people.
Aubrey C. Norton did an excellent job outlining what Guyana truly needs. If we want sustainable development, we must remove political overreach from our industries and allow Guyanese talent to rise.
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DJ Golden Chyld: Guyana’s Unsung Cultural Hero
In the growing world of Guyana’s music and entertainment industry, one name consistently stands out: DJ Golden Chyld. Over the years, I have witnessed his tireless dedication to building platforms for local talent, organizing major events, and promoting Guyanese culture both nationally and abroad.
What sets DJ Golden Chyld apart is not just his skill behind the turntables but his commitment to creating opportunities for others. With minimal capital, he has forged partnerships that allow him to host large scale events, elevate emerging artists, and provide exposure on his television show airing on Channels 67 and 16. Many artists I personally recommended have had the chance to shine thanks to his support. He has also traveled across the East Coast of Guyana, bringing music, entertainment, and energy to communities that rarely see national attention.
His reputation speaks for itself. DJ Golden Chyld is known for representing brands like Carib Beer, performing at Mashramani, and collaborating with promoters for high profile shows. His digital presence on Vibez GY and Instagram at @djgoldenchyld592 ensures that Guyanese music reaches a broader audience, connecting with fans far beyond the country’s borders.
I have watched him reinvent himself over the years, evolving into a more impactful leader and cultural influencer. What matters most is not his political affiliation or ethnicity but the tangible results of his work: opportunities for young artists, stronger communities, and a vibrant entertainment ecosystem.
#DJGoldenChyld #guyana
Guyana Belongs to Us, Not to Power or Promises Broken
Remember, Protect, and Build Guyana
Written By Kendesi Mohammed
They say the PPP/C don’t forget or forgive. I say good. Let’s remember. Let’s never forget that Guyana is our country, and it belongs to our children and their children. We cannot sit idle while our future is handed away. We must come together to build our industries, roads, bridges, homes, and businesses. We must train our people, empower our communities, and take ownership of our destiny. If we fail, others will step in, and our opportunities will slip through our fingers because of irresponsibility.
We must work hard to maintain, manage, protect, and defend everything that is ours. I don’t believe the PPP/C legitimately won the elections, but we must acknowledge the effort they put into keeping their grip on power. Now, it’s our turn to hold them accountable.
I also believe they have broken their promises to 99% of all Guyanese, especially when it comes to renegotiating the oil contract, being transparent, and putting our citizens and our country first. Guyana deserves better. Our people deserve better. Our future depends on us stepping up, remembering, and demanding what is rightfully ours.
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Country Music Through FoJo’s Eyes
FoJo: A Guyanese Talent Expanding the Boundaries of Music
Georgetown, Guyana - FoJo is a Guyanese songwriter, producer, and entertainer from One Mile Linden, Guyana. His journey in the music industry continues to inspire, and now he’s preparing for something even bigger, opening an artist development center. This is an important step for Guyana’s creative future, and the best part is that the funding and opportunities already exist. All it takes is vision and leadership, and FoJo is showing both.
Right now, FoJo is also working on a new country album. This is major. I love when Guyanese artists step out of their comfort zone and explore genres many believe are off limits. That’s how great art is born. FoJo has always shown versatility with songs like Herbalist In New York, Love You Till The End, Woman, Paradise, Playing Games, She's Good Woman, Too Scared To Move, Swing It, If You Had No Choice, and Just A Text. His catalog proves he has the creativity and the soul to cross genres effortlessly.
Guyana’s music scene is rich and diverse, shaped by African, Indian, and European influences. Our genres range from calypso, chutney, and soca to dancehall, reggae, sporting music, and Guyanese pop. We also carry traditional sounds like Shanto and indigenous Amerindian music. With all this diversity, it’s refreshing to see an artist like FoJo boldly explore country music, something few Caribbean artists attempt.
Let it be clear. FoJo isn’t trying to create Guyanese country music. He is creating country music, period. Music that stands on its own, not boxed into labels or expectations. This is how Guyanese talent reaches the world stage.
FoJo is proving that art has no boundaries, and Guyana should be proud.
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Empowering the Next Generation of Guyanese
Guyana Is Not Poor — Opportunity Is Uneven
Guyana is not a poor country. We have mansions, millionaires, billionaires, and extremely wealthy public servants. What we lack is not money, it is fair access to opportunity.
I want to see our artists, entertainers, business owners, and the next generation of Guyanese receive real opportunities to pursue their dreams. Talent should not struggle in silence while resources circulate among a few. Creativity, innovation, and hard work deserve investment, visibility, and support.
A nation truly develops when its people can dream, build, and thrive, not just survive.
If Guyana is rich, then its people should be rich in opportunity.
#Guyana #OpportunityForAll #SupportLocalTalent #GuyanesePride #InvestInDreams #NextGenLeaders #CreativeGuyanese
Lessons from Jamaica’s SuccesS
Jamaica’s Cultural and Economic Leadership: Lessons for Guyana
Written By Kendesi Mohammed
Jamaica is leading in the Caribbean because it takes its culture, creative industries, and economic development seriously. Guyana has much to learn from Jamaica’s model, particularly as it seeks to grow its global presence
A key factor in Jamaica’s success is how it values and protects its artists. Musicians, writers, and creators are supported by strong intellectual property protections, giving their work both national and global recognition. Reggae and Dancehall have become worldwide cultural brands not by chance, but because Jamaica has intentionally safeguarded its creative industries while investing in their growth. Guyana, by contrast, has immense artistic talent, but lacks the same structural and institutional support to protect and promote its creators effectively.
Jamaica also leverages its cultural footprint abroad. Hundreds of Jamaican restaurants, nightclubs, and entertainment venues operate across North America, Europe, and the Caribbean. These businesses generate revenue, promote Jamaican culture, and build influence globally. Guyana could benefit from a similar approach, expanding its cultural presence through restaurants, venues, and creative hubs internationally. The income generated could support national development and strengthen small businesses at home.
Beyond culture, Jamaica excels in long-term planning and development. Through Vision 2030 Jamaica and its 2025 national development goals, the country focuses on economic stability, infrastructure, agriculture, tourism, and social upliftment. Even in the aftermath of natural disasters, Jamaica demonstrates resilience and coordinated recovery, a model Guyana could emulate.
Both nations are founding members of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), and their growth is interconnected. Jamaica’s success offers a blueprint, not a competition. By learning from Jamaica’s strategies in culture, business, and governance, Guyana can strengthen its economy, its creative industries, and its regional influence.
The Caribbean thrives when its members rise together.
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Dr. David Hinds Urges Bold Reform
In Oil Rich Guyana Nearly Half the Population Still Lives in Poverty Opposition MP Warns
Written By Kendesi Mohammed
Georgetown Guyana - As Guyana enters its 13th Parliamentary session amid historic economic growth driven by the country’s expanding oil and gas industry opposition lawmaker Dr. David Hinds says a stark reality cannot be ignored nearly half of the nation remains in poverty.
Dr. Hinds a Member of Parliament for the APNU coalition and Co Leader of the Working People’s Alliance told News Source in a recent interview that the government must confront the widening divide between national wealth and ordinary citizens’ daily struggles. He is one of 12 APNU legislators in the new Parliament.
Guyana now one of the world’s fastest growing economies has seen its GDP surge due to massive offshore oil discoveries. Yet according to the World Bank 48.4 percent of the population still lives in poverty a figure that has raised alarms among economists advocacy groups and community leaders who fear a deepening inequality crisis. “This Parliament convenes at a moment when many Guyanese are hungry unemployed or living on the edge” Dr. Hinds said. “Oil wealth means nothing if the people who built this country cannot share in it.”
He added that despite billions in projected oil revenue many rural communities remain underserved Indigenous regions lack proper infrastructure and urban poverty continues to grow.
Dr. Hinds said his legislative priorities will center on poverty alleviation and constitutional reform arguing that the country’s governance structure is outdated and contributes to political stalemate ethnic division and uneven development. He believes that constitutional reform is essential for ensuring transparency building trust and modernizing institutions.
“This is not a moment for business as usual” he stated. “Guyana must seize this opportunity to rebuild its democracy and guarantee that the wealth of this nation benefits everyone not just a select few.”
As Guyana weighs how to manage its rapidly growing oil revenue political observers say the 13th Parliament could shape the country’s trajectory for decades. Whether lawmakers can bridge political divides long enough to enact reforms remains an open question.
For now Dr. Hinds says he intends to keep the pressure on.
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THE FATHER OF GUYANA’S TRADE UNION MOVEMENT
Hubert Nathaniel Critchlow: The Father of Guyana’s Trade Union Movement
Written By Kendesi Mohammed
In the history of labor rights in the Caribbean, few figures loom as large as Hubert Nathaniel Critchlow, celebrated as the father of Guyana’s modern trade union movement. His work laid the foundation for workers’ advocacy not only in British Guiana but across the region.
HUBERT Nathaniel Critchlow was born on December 18, 1884. His father, James Nathaniel Critchlow, was a British subject from Barbados, and his mother, Julia Elizabeth Critchlow, née Daniels, hailed from the Essequibo Coast. He attended the Bedford Wesleyan Primary School, possibly in Bourda. When his father died at the age of 13, Critchlow left school to help support his family, working on the demanding waterfront of Georgetown.
Witnessing firsthand the harsh conditions and low wages faced by laborers, Critchlow dedicated himself to improving the lives of workers. In 1917, he established the British Guiana Labour Union (BGLU), the first trade union in the Caribbean, and became a pioneering voice in the fight for labor rights.
Critchlow’s advocacy extended beyond strikes and wage negotiations. He championed education for workers, believing that an informed workforce was essential for meaningful social change. His vision continues through the Critchlow Labour College, founded in 1967 and named in his honor. The college serves as the educational arm of the trade union movement, offering programs that empower workers with knowledge, skills, and leadership training.
Today, Hubert Nathaniel Critchlow’s legacy lives on in the classrooms of the Critchlow Labour College and in the rights and protections enjoyed by workers throughout Guyana. His pioneering efforts remind us that organized labor, education, and advocacy remain crucial to building fair and equitable societies.
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The Future of Guyanese Music Depends on a Union
Why Guyana’s Music Industry Needs a Union
Written By Kendesi Mohammed
Guyana’s music industry has grown tremendously over the past decade, producing artists who shine locally and internationally. From soca and reggae to dancehall and Afrobeat, Guyanese talent is undeniable. Yet behind this vibrant cultural output lies a structural weakness: the lack of a formal union or collective body to protect and empower those who create, perform, and produce music.
A union for the music industry is not just a symbolic gesture. It is a necessary step to professionalize the sector, protect rights, and ensure fair compensation. Musicians, producers, DJs, and other industry professionals often face challenges such as unclear contracts, unpaid performances, and lack of access to royalties from digital streaming platforms. Without an organized body, artists have little leverage to negotiate better deals or safeguard their intellectual property.
Moreover, a union would provide education, resources, and support for emerging talent. Many young artists are unaware of their rights or how to navigate the complexities of the music business. A union could offer workshops, legal guidance, and mentorship programs to help them grow sustainably while avoiding exploitation.
The music industry also plays a vital role in Guyana’s economy and international image. By organizing under a union, the industry could negotiate collectively with venues, broadcasters, and streaming platforms, securing better opportunities and fairer income distribution. It would also create a platform to advocate for government support, grants, and policies that nurture creative talent.
Other countries have demonstrated the benefits of unions in creative sectors. In Jamaica, the Musicians’ Union has been instrumental in securing better pay, social protection, and legal advocacy for artists. Similarly, in the United States, organizations like the American Federation of Musicians provide members with collective bargaining power, health benefits, and retirement plans, tools that ensure long-term career sustainability.
For Guyana to fully unlock the potential of its music industry, a union is not optional. It is essential. It will safeguard artists’ rights, encourage professionalism, and build an industry that benefits not just performers, but the entire nation. By coming together, Guyanese music professionals can ensure their voices are heard, their creativity is valued, and their work is respected on both local and global stages.
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