Respected Political Journalist and ‘Caribbean Man’ Rickey Singh Passes On

Respected political journalist and ‘Caribbean man’ Rickey Singh passes on

‘Rickey’s commitment to regionalism over insularity ought to be top of mind’Originally published on Global VoicesPhoto of Guyana-born regional journalist Rickey Singh via Wesley Gibbings and courtesy of his daughter, Donna Ramsammy, used with permission. Guyana-born Rickey Singh, a well-known, fearless and sometimes controversial voice in regional media, died on Saturday, July 5, at his home in Barbados. He was 89 years old. Singh was an extraor…

On the passing of Rickey Singh – an indomitable champion - Caribbean News Global

By Sir Ronald Sanders BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – The Caribbean region and its media landscape lost an icon on July 5, 2025, with the passing of Rickey Singh. Rickey Singh was a courageous journalist and a steadfast advocate for Caribbean integration. Through his incisive commentary, he played a role as vital as that of the region’s political leaders in shaping the discourse on unity, justice, and governance. He never hesitated to hold recalcitrant l…

Tributes Pour In For Veteran Caribbean Journalist Rickey Singh

News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Mon. July 8, 2025: Tributes are pouring in from across the Caribbean as the region mourns the passing of one of its most respected journalists — Rickey Singh, a pioneering figure in Caribbean media whose career spanned over six decades. Singh, born in Guyana and a lifelong advocate for press freedom and regional unity, passed away Saturday, July 5th at the age of 88 after a prolonged illness. The late Ricky Singh. Fr…

Prime minister pays tribute to veteran journalist Rickey Singh - Barbados Today

Prime Minister Mia Mottley has paid tribute to veteran Caribbean journalist Rickey Singh, who passed away on Saturday in Barbados, describing him as a symbol of regional unity and journalistic integrity. In a statement released following news of his death, the prime minister reflected on Singh’s career, describing him as a towering figure in Caribbean journalism. She said his passing marked the end of an era shaped by a deep commitment to region…

‘Journalism has lost one of the greats - Guyana Chronicle

–Minister McCoy pays tribute to the late veteran, award-winning journalist, Rickey Singh   The following is the full text of a statement from Minister within the Office of the Prime Minister with Responsibility for Public Affairs, Kwame McCoy: “IT is with profound sadness that I learn of the death of veteran, award-winning journalist Rickey Singh. […]

Veteran Guyanese journalist Rickey Singh dies

Veteran regional journalist, the late Rickey Singh Guyanese-born veteran Caribbean journalist, Rickey Singh, passed away at the age of 88 on Saturday. “Singh transitioned at his home in Barbados on Saturday,” Guyana Press Association (GPA) indicated via a statement in which it extended condolences to the family, friends and regional media colleagues of the journalist and columnist. Singh published his first story in 1957 at the Guiana Graphic, n…