Stabroek Weekend

Challenges and threats to economic stability

Part 3 As indicated in my column last Sunday, this week I will consider the third item listed under the second of the four groupings that I have proposed for categorizing the challenges and threats facing near to medium term macroeconomic stability in Guyana (this item is termed big government).

Ramzan Alli stands next to a crashed BMW van that he is restoring
Ramzan Alli stands next to a crashed BMW van that he is restoring

Crabwood Creek

Story and photos by Shabna Ullah The village of Crabwood Creek (CWC), Corentyne which has a population of 7,000 is said to have seen significant business developments over the years with many residents engaged in trading in neighbouring Suriname.

A fireside oven

Salem

Story and photos by Lakhram Bhagirat Salem is a quiet village located on the eastern bank of the Essequibo River, approximately twenty-two miles from Vreed-en-Hoop.

Men are such jackasses

I know I’m not breaking any new ground here in my assertion that while there are surely many men who are standout human beings, men, as social beings, are generally jackasses.

The tools a gardener needs

Today we begin a new series on gardening with hints for those who would like to develop a garden, or even just enjoy some potted plants around the house or on a patio.

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