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The upcoming elections 

Interviews and photos by Shabna Ullah As the date for general elections draws nearer we asked members of the public whether they are excited and would be voting  Noel Parkinson, NIS pensioner, ‘I’m not excited about the elections because as a Christian I don’t get into politics.

Young curious residents of Bonasika Mission

Bonasika Mission

Story and photos by Shabna Ullah   Farming is the main source of income in the indigenous community of Bonasika Mission, Essequibo Islands but the problem is that there is not enough land.

An idyllic street in the village

Best

Story and photos by Shabna Ullah   Best Village on the West Coast Demerara appeared quiet and peaceful during a midday visit, but one man commented that the peace gets disturbed in the afternoons.

The window which the attacker broke to gain entry

Three chopped to death at Tuschen

A jilted cane harvester went berserk and brutally chopped three persons to death around 12:30 am yesterday at Phase Two Tuschen Housing Scheme, East Bank Essequibo.

Watermelon being purchased in wholesale quantities

St Lawrence, Parika

Story and photos by Shabna Ullah   Tucked away five miles from the main road, St Lawrence, Parika was bustling with activity at the koker, and judging from the beautiful homes and well-kept surroundings you know the residents are ambitious.

Some of the boulders that were placed on the shore at Farm, East Bank Essequibo to prevent erosion

Farm

Many of its residents have sought employment in the gold fields, so Farm Village on the East Bank Essequibo has seen such improvements as modern homes and a higher standard of living.

Tee-J Craig with Ovitta at her snackette

No 5 Village West Coast Berbice

Most of the residents of the close-knit community of No 5 Village, West Coast Berbice are engaged in business from selling iguanas and water coconuts to running food stalls by the roadside.

A section of the village

Number 6 Village/Bel Air

Story and photos by Shabna Ullah   Even with a small population, Number 6 Village/Bel Air, West Coast Berbice is booming with businesses and boasts beautiful modern houses.

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