Commentary

Guyana’s Gas-to-Energy project faces mounting scrutiny over a US$102.7 million DAAB settlement, weekly private jet costs of US$70,000, and the dual legal representation of both the contractor and key government …

The issue of unsolved murders in Guyana remains a significant concern within the context of national security and public safety. While no single official figure exists for the cumulative historical …

Guyana’s 2016 oil agreement with ExxonMobil, retaining 1999 terms post-discovery, sparked intense debate. Its low royalty and high cost recovery raise critical questions about national sovereignty and fiscal equity, impacting …

On the Brain Drain, the Broken Republic, and the Question Oil Cannot Answer

Guyana is the fastest-growing economy in the Western Hemisphere. More than half its citizens live in poverty. This fact-checked analysis — with six original data visualizations — examines the broken …

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**No Keyhole Required** *On kakabellies, clogged drains, and the difference between a personality and an argument*

Guyana’s Gas-to-Energy project raises critical questions about procurement integrity and national security. The chosen consortium’s ties to Venezuela and questionable credentials highlight urgent accountability concerns. This analysis examines the implications …

The Watchdog – Home and Abroad Scott B. MacDonald, Ph.D., Chief Economist Smith’s Research & Gradings, April 6, 2026 Summary: The Persian Gulf has yet to become background noise as …

Kevin Sinclair’s exclusion from the Guyana cricket team due to perceived indiscipline mirrors past unfulfilled potential. This commentary argues that competitive drive, even if confrontational, is a vital trait in …