History & Business
History & Business
On September 3, 1903, Robert Mitchell wrote to British Guiana’s Governor about Indian indentured women to say: “The collection of emigrants for [the Clyde] has been attended with exceptional difficulty, owing to the phenomenal scarcity of women.” Shortly thereafter, on...
Introduction to the Best Caribbean Movies Why should you watch the best Caribbean movies? The Caribbean, with its sun-kissed beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant culture, has long been a source of fascination for travelers seeking paradise on Earth. But beyond...
On September 4, 1955, the MV Resurgent departed Guyana and transported the last set of Indian indentured servants and their descendants to India. It was the last “official” ship. Thousands of Guyanese traveled to Sprostons’ No.1 Wharf in Georgetown to...
The Slavery Abolition Act received royal assent on August 28, 1833. The act, however, did not immediately grant full freedom to the enslaved. It stipulated a six-year transitional period for apprenticeship, during which formerly enslaved individuals would continue working for...
This article is a Guyana Oil Update for August 2023. Unbelievable Amount of Oil Hidden in Guyana — Learn More! Exxon claimed to discover 11 billion barrels of oil in Guyana’s waters. However, Patrick Harrington, an expert from S&P Global...