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September 3, 2025

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The People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) has won Region Four for the first time, breaking the decades-long dominance of the People’s National Congress (PNC), the largest party in the A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) coalition. Declarations for the regions show that the PPP/C secured 87,018 votes in Region Four, long considered the PNC/APNU’s stronghold. APNU […]

September 3, 2025

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The Commonwealth Observer Group has praised Guyana’s 2025 General and Regional Elections as largely peaceful and orderly, while at the same time calling for wide-ranging reforms to strengthen transparency and inclusivity in the country’s democratic process. At a press briefing on Wednesday, the Chairperson of the mission, former Tongan Foreign Minister Fekitamoeloa Katoa ‘Utoikamanu, said […]

September 1, 2025

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The September 1 General and Regional Elections in Guyana have won praise from both local and international observer groups, which said voting was smooth, professional and free of intimidation. The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC), which deployed about 200 observers nationwide, described the elections as “free, fair, and carried out in an atmosphere devoid of fear […]

August 30, 2025

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The ruling People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) is the only credible choice to take Guyana forward, General Secretary Dr Bharrat Jagdeo told supporters on Saturday. Highlighting three defining qualities—fulfilling promises, unifying the people, and demonstrating strong leadership—Jagdeo said these have set the PPP/C apart in the elections. Speaking to thousands at the party’s final rally in […]

August 30, 2025

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The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has approved late submissions from four political parties for the appointment of assistant agents, polling agents and candidates to the poll and to the count, the body said on Saturday. At a Commission meeting held on August 30, 2025, GECOM accepted appeals from the Alliance for Change (AFC), Assembly of […]

August 30, 2025

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With one day to go before Guyanese vote, People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) candidate Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett on Saturday praised President Mohamed Irfaan Ali’s global stature, calling him unmatched in leadership and international recognition. Speaking at the PPP/C’s final rally in Lusignan, East Coast Demerara, Rodrigues-Birkett told thousands of supporters that Ali’s reputation abroad reflects his performance […]

August 30, 2025

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Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips on Saturday urged voters to back the ruling People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) at the upcoming polls, saying continued support is needed to safeguard Guyana’s development. Speaking at a rally in Lusignan, Region Four, Phillips pointed to the government’s record of national growth and inclusivity. He said citizens should protect […]

August 30, 2025

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A large crowd gathered at Stabroek Market Square on Friday night as Attorney-General and Minister of Legal Affairs Anil Nandlall said Georgetown residents are breaking away from long-entrenched political traditions and embracing the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C). Nandlall told supporters the shift marks a significant break in historic racial voting patterns, noting that communities which […]

August 29, 2025

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Prime Ministerial candidate for A Partnership for National Unity (APNU), Juretha Fernandes, has pledged that her party will address key concerns raised by residents of Paramakatoi, Region Eight, if elected to government. At a recent public meeting, villagers highlighted pressing needs, including repairs to the doctor’s quarters, upgrades to the community health centre, and improved […]

August 27, 2025

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President Irfaan Ali on Tuesday suggested citizens could receive another cash grant before the end of the year, signalling possible financial relief as the country heads into elections on September 1. Speaking at a People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) community meeting in Eccles, East Bank Demerara, Ali dropped the hint. “I heard PM told them next […]

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PPP/C takes APNU stronghold Region Four with 87,018 votes

Commonwealth mission lauds peaceful elections, calls for reforms

Local, international observers praise voting process, urge calm as results awaited

Jagdeo: Strong leadership, delivery of promises and unity make the PPP/C only credible contender in elections

GECOM approves agents from AFC, WIN, FGM and ALP

Rodrigues-Birkett says President Ali ‘stands alone on the international stage’

PM: ‘Now is not the time to take risks with our country’s future’

Nandlall hails shifting support as PPP/C rallies Georgetown voters

APNU promises to address concerns of Paramakatoi residents

President Ali hints at year-end cash grant

AK assault rifle, magazines found in Sophia drain

President promises solution as high transportation costs squeeze Region One residents

Twenty-eight Peace Corps volunteers sworn in to serve local communities

AK assault rifle, magazines found in Sophia drain

President promises solution as high transportation costs squeeze Region One residents

Twenty-eight Peace Corps volunteers sworn in to serve local communities