I am writing to extend congratulation to my beautiful country as the coming host of the Caribbean Festival of Arts (Carifesta X) in August. As an American-based Guyanese, I am proud to see my country in the ‘spotlight’ not only in the Caribbean but my immediate environment here in Florida .

Everyone is enthusiastic about coming home for the big event, not only Guyanese but other friends from across the world, as far as Africa.

However, following the news, I am saddened to see ‘unpatriotic’ Guyanese wanting to sabotage the event. This is a big and historical event which will open many new opportunities not only for the country but for Guyanese as a whole.

Carifesta was born in Guyana and now it is Caribbean. Let’s put politics aside and racial malice and enjoy this event as ‘true’ Guyanese.

This festival is going to be the biggest Caribbean event ever held. Shame on those that want to sabotage it.
LEELA KANHAI