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Stabroek News’ closure is an extinction-level event for democracy in Guyana
Jonathan Subrian
Stabroek NewsWho will hold the powerful accountable post March 15, 2026?Feb 20, 2026
Kaieteur NewsStabroek News’ closure is an extinction-level event for democracy in GuyanaFeb 20, 2026
Stabroek News’ closure portrayed as a democratic crisis that leaves Kaieteur News as the lone independent print watchdog.
Why mother language matters in Guyana
M. Abraham
Stabroek NewsProtecting Indigenous mother languages preserves fundamental aspects of Indigenous lifestyles, especially coexistence with natureFeb 20, 2026
Kaieteur NewsWhy mother language matters in GuyanaFeb 20, 2026
Mother language preservation in Guyana is linked to education, cultural identity and environmental knowledge, needing stronger policy support.
Benefits of oil and gas growth are not being evenly felt
Blane R. Bunbury
Stabroek NewsBenefits of oil and gas growth are not being evenly feltFeb 20, 2026
Kaieteur NewsPolicymakers need to place stronger emphasis on inclusive growth strategiesFeb 20, 2026
Uneven distribution of oil-driven economic gains in Guyana is highlighted, with a call for more inclusive growth strategies.
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Stabroek News’ impending closure reminds that digital technology is fluid
Walter H. Persaud
Stabroek NewsStabroek News’ impending closure reminds that digital technology is fluidFeb 20, 2026
re: Banana Pseudostem Fiber and the Industrial Future of Guyana
Stabroek News’ closure is linked to global digital shifts and raises concerns about preserving independent, civil public discourse.
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I believe the Cuban people will overcome
Hamilton Green
Stabroek NewsI believe the Cuban people will overcomeFeb 20, 2026
re: WIN has the potential to end racialized politics
Cuban hardships are attributed to embargoes as Fidel Castro is portrayed as an inspiring figure for ordinary Cubans.
PM Phillips’ response on DPI’s outstanding debt to Stabroek News
GHK Lall
Stabroek NewsPM Phillips’ response on DPI’s outstanding debt to Stabroek NewsFeb 20, 2026
PM Phillips’ handling of questions on a $100M Stabroek News ad debt is portrayed as evasive and inconsistent with true responsibility.
Government should simply settle its outstanding debt with Stabroek News
Keith Bernard
Stabroek NewsGovernment should simply settle its outstanding debt with Stabroek NewsFeb 20, 2026
Closure-threatened Stabroek News highlighted as needing government to pay GUY$84.4M debt or citizen crowdfunding support.
We are all responsible for SN closing shop
Vishnu Bisram
Stabroek NewsWe are all responsible for Stabroek News closing shopFeb 20, 2026
Public and business reluctance to materially support Stabroek News is portrayed as a key cause of its closure and a blow to press freedom.
Why no presidential action on Region 10 leadership?
Faiyaz Alli
Stabroek NewsHard to understand why there has been no Presidential intervention in Region TenFeb 20, 2026
Delay in appointing Region 10 Chair and Deputy Chair questioned amid concerns over unequal presidential attention.
A critical takeaway from the energy conference
Hemdutt Kumar
Stabroek NewsA critical takeaway from the energy conferenceFeb 20, 2026
Guyana’s oil conference remarks portrayed as corporate spin masking lopsided benefits for foreign companies over citizens.
Rich in oil and poor in soul
Hemdutt Kumar
Kaieteur NewsA nation flush with oil, but empty of humanityFeb 20, 2026
Oil wealth and global praise contrasted with neglect of Amerindian communities needing basic health access and infrastructure.