Joe Persaud, Walter H. Persaud Stabroek NewsLewis’ nostalgic view of trade unionismFeb 17, 2026Kaieteur NewsBeyond the Plantation: Labour Leadership in a US$21 Billion EconomyFeb 17, 2026 re: GTUC’s tribute on the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr

Lincoln Lewis’s portrayal of rising poverty is challenged using growth, labour data and the Engels’ Pause wage lag concept.

Joel Bhagwandin Guyana TimesGovt purchase of the Berbice Bridge Company explainedFeb 17, 2026Stabroek NewsBerbice River Bridge takeover makes both economic and financial senseFeb 17, 2026

Government’s takeover of the Berbice Bridge is portrayed as fiscally prudent compared with ongoing toll-free subsidies.

Hamilton Green Stabroek NewsTo be exposed to all sides of the same story is the right of every citizenFeb 17, 2026Kaieteur NewsEconomic growth is meaningless if not buttressed by a viable Fourth EstateFeb 18, 2026

Closure of Stabroek News portrayed as a threat to democracy and meaningful economic growth without an independent press.

Faiyaz Alli Stabroek NewsUnlike GuySuCo, Stabroek News did not desire government bailout, just honest and equal treatmentFeb 17, 2026Kaieteur NewsLet’s see ONE GUYANA in playFeb 17, 2026

Government urged to ensure Stabroek News and other independent media receive fair, non-punitive treatment.

Clement J. Rohee Stabroek NewsThere is a national consensus that our country owes Cuba a huge debt of gratitudeFeb 17, 2026Kaieteur NewsSolidarity with Cuba at this time is necessaryFeb 17, 2026

Guyana’s longstanding solidarity with Cuba is portrayed as a debt of gratitude that should be renewed amid Cuba’s current hardships.

Shamshun Mohamed Stabroek NewsHow many more manpower agencies does Guyana need?Feb 17, 2026Kaieteur NewsManpower agency seems redundantFeb 17, 2026

Creation of a new manpower agency questioned as redundant alongside existing ministry planning unit.

Mike Persaud Stabroek NewsRamotar and Hintzen’s Cuba arguments do not make senseFeb 17, 2026 re: CARICOM leaders must summon the courage to stand by Cuba

Cuban government support is opposed as unsustainable and repressive amid calls for democratic and economic change.

HB Singh Guyana TimesMinister Parag’s timely educational move is good for GuyanaFeb 17, 2026

Biometric attendance in schools is defended as a needed step to curb absenteeism and improve accountability and learning outcomes.

Alfred Mentore Stabroek NewsClosure of Stabroek News would constitute a profound loss to our societyFeb 17, 2026

Planned closure of Stabroek News portrayed as a major blow to Guyana’s independent media and democratic discourse.

Hemdutt Kumar Stabroek NewsStabroek News epitomized a brand of journalism that served the powerless, not the powerfulFeb 17, 2026

Stabroek News's closure portrayed as a major loss for Guyanese democracy and independent journalism.

Janette Bulkan Stabroek NewsWe will lose our newspaper of recordFeb 17, 2026

Closure of Stabroek News portrayed as loss of Guyana’s trusted newspaper of record and vital civic institution.

Narissa Deokarran Stabroek NewsStabroek News’ ‘Letters to the Editor’ column provided a public service to ordinary Guyanese when relevant authorities failed or ignored themFeb 17, 2026

Stabroek News letters column portrayed as a crucial public forum when authorities and social media fail ordinary Guyanese.

Clinton Urling Stabroek NewsStabroek News evolved to become an institution that shaped national thoughts and responsibilitiesFeb 17, 2026

Stabroek News’ closure is lamented as the loss of a vital civic institution that fostered debate and democratic engagement in Guyana.

Yvonne Sam Stabroek NewsScaling up the nursing population alone will not solve the systemic problems in the health care sectorFeb 17, 2026

Rapid expansion of Guyana's new hybrid nursing programme is portrayed as risking patient safety and training quality.

GHK Lall Stabroek NewsI have this feeling that Stabroek News or its reincarnation will be backFeb 17, 2026

Writer laments Stabroek News' closure but predicts its eventual return in a stronger digital form.

Yvonne Sam Kaieteur NewsRegarding viability of Guyana healthcareFeb 17, 2026

Viability and safety of Guyana’s new hybrid nursing programme questioned amid plans for 800 nurses per cycle.

Hemdutt Kumar Kaieteur NewsThe Audacity of “Efficiency”: When Political Expediency Tramples on the Dignity of WomenFeb 17, 2026

Reappointment of Nigel Dharamlall as Director of Government Efficiency portrayed as an insult to women and public accountability.