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September 2, 2025

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Chief of Mission of the CARICOM Elections Observation Mission (CEOM), Josephine Tamai, has outlined several issues and offered recommendations regarding Guyana’s 2025 electoral process. Speaking to members of the media at the CARICOM Secretariat Headquarters in Greater Georgetown on Tuesday, Tamai said that despite some inconsistencies observed, the voting procedures were generally conducted in accordance […]

September 1, 2025

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The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has dismissed claims casting doubt on the participation of Commonwealth nationals in Monday’s General and Regional Elections, stressing that their right to vote is guaranteed under the law. Public Relations Officer Yolanda Ward told reporters that Commonwealth citizens who have legally lived in Guyana for at least one year are […]

August 31, 2025

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Chairperson of the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM), Justice (Ret’d) Claudette Singh on Sunday appealed to all stakeholders to maintain peace and calm ahead of tomorrow’s General and Regional Elections. Justice Singh in a statement addressed to candidates from all contesting political parties, voters, local and international observers, and members of the media, stressed that elections […]

August 31, 2025

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On the eve of Guyana’s General and Regional Elections, the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has declared itself “fully prepared” to conduct the polls. Chief Elections Officer Vishnu Persaud told reporters on Sunday that ballot boxes have been deployed across the 10 administrative regions, staff have been trained, and security arrangements are in place. According to […]

August 30, 2025

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The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has condemned a video circulating on Facebook, reportedly posted by social media commentator Bryan Max, calling it a “false alarm” and saying it was “clearly designed to create mischief and confusion.” GECOM described the video as “reckless and irresponsible” and said such disinformation “must be rejected,” especially since all political […]

August 29, 2025

Chief Justice (ag) Navindra Singh on Friday ruled that the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) acted within the law when it declined to place the Forward Guyana Movement (FGM) on the ballot paper in Regions Seven, Eight and Nine for the upcoming elections. FGM had taken the matter to the High Court, contending that it was […]

August 25, 2025

Several appointed presiding officers have declined their positions, prompting the elections commission to seek replacements, Chief Elections Officer Vishnu Persaud said on Monday. Persaud told a press conference at the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) headquarters in Georgetown that polling day staff had already been assigned across the country. “In that regard, we have encountered some […]

August 25, 2025

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The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has confirmed that 83 per cent of eligible members of the Disciplined Services cast their ballots on August 22, during the designated early voting day for the security forces ahead of the September 1 General and Regional Elections. This special voting arrangement allows ranks of the Guyana Police Force (GPF), […]

August 21, 2025

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The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) on Thursday reminded the public that the law prohibits obstruction, molestation and interference within 200 yards of a polling place as the country prepares for Disciplined Forces balloting tomorrow and General and Regional Elections on September 1. Citing Section 78 of the Representation of the People Act, GECOM said, “No […]

August 20, 2025

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Observers in this year’s elections attended an orientation and briefing exercise hosted by the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) on Wednesday. The exercise for accredited local and international observers was held at the Office of the Returning Officer at GECOM’s headquarters in Georgetown. With just 11 days to go before the general and regional elections, GECOM […]

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CARICOM: Voting conducted within GECOM’s guidelines

GECOM reaffirms voting rights of Commonwealth residents

GECOM chair urges peace, rejection of misinformation, intimidation and unrest ahead of elections

GECOM says ‘fully prepared’ for elections

GECOM confirms ballot boxes moved during the day

Court upholds GECOM’s decision to exclude FGM from ballot in three regions

GECOM CEO says replacements sought after presiding officers decline roles

GECOM reports 83 per cent turnout for Disciplined Services voting

GECOM reminds public of 200-yard law at polling places

GECOM briefs observers, emphasises critical role in credible elections

Shame and silence keep abused boys from seeking help

Oil refinery, gas projects key to shielding Guyana from external shocks

Construction worker freed of gun and ganja charges

Shame and silence keep abused boys from seeking help

Oil refinery, gas projects key to shielding Guyana from external shocks

Construction worker freed of gun and ganja charges