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July 15, 2025

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The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has clarified that it will not be in a position to make an official declaration of the September 1 election results on the night of the elections. In a press release issued on Monday, GECOM said it was concerned about the inaccurate publication and misrepresentation of comments by some media […]

July 12, 2025

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The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has confirmed that all preparations are in place for Nomination Day, scheduled for Monday, 14 July 2025, at the Umana Yana in Kingston, Georgetown. The nomination window will be open from 10:00 hrs to 14:00 hrs. Nomination Day marks a key milestone in the electoral calendar, as political parties formally […]

July 7, 2025

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As Guyana moves closer to the September 1, 2025 General and Regional Elections, the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has issued a crucial reminder regarding the eligibility criteria for candidates contesting seats in the National Assembly. In a press release dated July 6, 2025, GECOM emphasized that individuals holding dual citizenship are constitutionally barred from being […]

July 4, 2025

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The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has announced the suspension of all registration transactions, including applications for registration, name changes, and transfers, from July 1 to September 14, 2025. The temporary suspension is aimed at allowing the Commission and its Secretariat to focus fully on preparations for the country’s upcoming General and Regional Elections, scheduled for […]

July 1, 2025

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The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has approved 19 of the 22 symbols submitted by political parties to contest the upcoming General and Regional Elections. However, final approval of the remaining three symbols will be subject to minor modifications, the nature of which is in the process of being communicated to the respective parties, a release […]

June 27, 2025

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The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM), with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the United Kingdom, crafted new strategies to strengthen electoral communication during a one-day workshop aimed at boosting transparency ahead of the 2025 elections. The one-day workshop was held at the United Nations House in Georgetown. According to a release, the […]

June 23, 2025

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The 10 returning officers and 10 supernumerary returning officers approved by GECOM for the upcoming General and Regional Elections were administered their oaths of office by chairperson, Justice (Ret’d) Claudette Singh. According to a release, the simple ceremony was held in the boardroom of the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) on Monday. The oath-taking ceremony marks […]

June 20, 2025

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The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has explained that its recent amendment to the nomination form required for political parties contesting the upcoming General and Regional Elections was made to strengthen the credibility of the nomination process. In a statement, GECOM acknowledged the challenges that may arise from procedural changes so close to the September 1 […]

June 20, 2025

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The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) is confident it will deliver free, fair and transparent General and Regional Elections on September 1, despite calls from some smaller political parties to postpone the polls. Deputy Chief Elections Officer Aneal Giddings gave the assurance following a meeting between GECOM and over two dozen political parties at the Commission’s […]

June 18, 2025

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The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has taken another step forward in its preparations for upcoming elections, with several critical administrative matters addressed during its statutory meeting held on Tuesday. According to Commissioner Sase Gunraj, who was nominated by the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C), the Commission approved the appointments of Returning Officers (ROs) and Supernumerary Returning […]

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GECOM: Election results cannot be declared on election night

GECOM says all preparations in place for Nomination Day

GECOM: Persons with Dual Citizenship Barred from National Assembly Candidacy

Registration temporary suspended as GECOM prepares for 2025 elections

GECOM approves 19 symbols submitted by political parties to contest elections

GECOM, partners meet to strengthen communications for electoral integrity

Returning officers, supernumerary returning officers take oath of office

Nomination form amended to strengthen credibility of process

GECOM engages political parties, assures credible elections

GECOM approves key election officers

Incense stick fire destroys Charity home, leaves four homeless

A shower, a surprise, and a capybara: a traveller's unforgettable moment in Guyana

Sergeant in custody after weapons disappear from police armory

Incense stick fire destroys Charity home, leaves four homeless

A shower, a surprise, and a capybara: a traveller’s unforgettable moment in Guyana

Sergeant in custody after weapons disappear from police armory