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A Caribbean Son Whose Words Endure | Guyana News
In a heartfelt tribute, President Irfaan Ali mourns the loss of Dr. Ian McDonald, a literary giant and beloved Caribbean son whose words painted the soul of the region. Rooted in Antigua, Trinidad, and Guyana, McDonald’s poetry celebrated Caribbean beauty, dignity, and cricketing brilliance, while his weekly columns championed reading as a path to empowerment. A devoted tennis player and respected figure in the sugar industry, his legacy endures as a beacon of wisdom and renewal—especially in times of sorrow. The President offers deepest condolences to his family, honoring a life that soothed…
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