Government Appoints Regional Executive Officers to Strengthen Local Governance

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𝙏𝙝𝙚 592 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣.       

Georgetown, Guyana — The President of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana has approved the appointment of a new cohort of Regional Executive Officers (REOs), reinforcing the Government’s commitment to strengthening governance and accelerating development across all administrative regions.

The newly appointed REOs are expected to play a pivotal role in advancing regional administration by working closely with Regional Democratic Councils, local democratic organs, and community stakeholders. Their mandate includes enhancing the implementation of development programmes, improving institutional efficiency, and ensuring the effective delivery of public services to citizens.
These appointments form part of the Government’s broader strategy to build professional, responsive, and people-centred institutions capable of supporting inclusive and sustainable development nationwide.

The Government of Guyana remains steadfast in its commitment to empowering regional systems and ensuring that all communities benefit equitably from national progress.

Ukraine Escalates Drone War with Massive Strike Near Moscow

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BY: Staff— Writer

𝙏𝙝𝙚 592 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣.    

At least three people were killed and more than a dozen injured after Ukraine launched a sweeping overnight drone assault targeting the Moscow region, marking one of the most significant escalations of the war deep inside Russian territory in over a year.
Russian state news agency TASS, citing local and military officials, reported that more than 500 drones were deployed in the attack.

Russia’s Defense Ministry claimed 556 drones were intercepted, while Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin said over 120 were shot down as they approached the capital and surrounding areas.
Despite the high interception rate, the fallout proved deadly.

A woman was killed in Khimki after a drone struck a private residence, leaving another person trapped beneath the rubble. In Mytishchi, two men died when falling debris hit a house under construction. Authorities reported at least 12 injuries across the Moscow region, including workers at an oil refinery.
Drone fragments also sparked fires and structural damage in multiple locations. A home in the village of Subbotino caught fire, while residential buildings in the town of Istra were hit, injuring four people.

Debris was reported on the grounds of Sheremetyevo Airport, Russia’s busiest air hub, though no casualties or major disruptions were confirmed there.
The scale and reach of the attack underscore Ukraine’s growing capacity to project force far beyond the front lines, increasingly targeting symbolic and logistical centers within Russia itself.

The strike follows a wave of Russian attacks earlier in the week on Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, which killed at least 25 people and injured dozens, according to Ukrainian officials—highlighting a continuing cycle of retaliation that is intensifying both in frequency and scope.

Ukraine’s military leadership signaled the psychological dimension of the operation as it unfolded. In a message posted to Telegram, the commander of Ukraine’s Unmanned System Forces warned residents of Moscow’s elite Patriarchy district that their “one-way ticket to a peaceful life… has been canceled.”
Meanwhile, Ukraine reported that Russia launched 287 drones overnight into its territory, injuring civilians in the Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. Ukrainian air defenses said they intercepted all but eight.

As both sides increasingly rely on mass drone deployments, the conflict is rapidly evolving into a high-volume, long-range war of attrition—where even intercepted attacks carry consequences, and the battlefield now stretches deep into civilian spaces on both sides.

𝙏𝙝𝙚 592 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣-𝙏𝙧𝙪𝙩𝙝 , 𝘼𝙘𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮, 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙄𝙣 𝙂𝙪𝙮𝙖𝙣𝙖 𝘼𝙣𝙙 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙗𝙚𝙖𝙣 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨.— ✦—

Taxpayer-Funded Branding Masquerading as Public Service.

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When the branding becomes louder than the service, the public has every right to ask whether the project is meant to inform citizens or flatter power, read more…

The Environmental Protection Agency’s latest noise-monitoring initiative at Kitty Seawall is being packaged not just as a public service, but as a political message wrapped in the language of modernization. While the stated goal is to reduce noise nuisance through real-time monitoring and enforcement, the poster’s heavy use of President Mohamed Irfaan Ali’s image and name gives the campaign a distinctly political flavor that goes beyond a routine public information drive.

At the center of the controversy is a familiar question in government communications: when does public information end and political branding begin? A taxpayer-funded initiative is expected to inform citizens about a service, explain how it works, and outline its public value. But this poster does more than that. By prominently featuring the President and tying the project’s success to his “leadership and vision,” it shifts the focus from the institution and the public good to the personality of the officeholder.

That matters because serving the public is not an act of generosity by a president; it is the very job for which the office exists. Elected leaders are not doing citizens a favor when they launch enforcement measures, environmental programs, or technology upgrades. They are carrying out duties financed by the same taxpayers who are being asked to applaud them. In that context, the visual emphasis on the President can appear less like civic communication and more like self-promotion.

The criticism is sharpened by the symbolism of the image placement. The President’s portrait is not a minor design element; it is a central feature, visually reinforcing ownership of the initiative. That creates the impression that a public agency is being used to elevate the political brand of the head of state, rather than to spotlight the work of the institution itself. For many observers, that is where the campaign risks crossing from public outreach into crass self-aggrandizement.
The government may argue that the President is included to signal leadership, coordination, and national priority. But that defense only goes so far. When a public program is funded by citizens, the emphasis should remain on the service delivered, the rules being enforced, and the benefits to communities. Anything more starts to look like state resources being used to polish the image of a politician who is already obliged to act in the public interest.

In the end, the poster may succeed as a branding exercise, but it also exposes a deeper problem in political communication: the tendency to personalize public duty. If the initiative is genuinely about quieter communities and better enforcement, then the message should be about the policy, not the politician. When the branding becomes louder than the service, the public has every right to ask whether the project is meant to inform citizens or flatter power.

𝙏𝙝𝙚 592 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣-𝙏𝙧𝙪𝙩𝙝 , 𝘼𝙘𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮, 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙄𝙣 𝙂𝙪𝙮𝙖𝙣𝙖 𝘼𝙣𝙙 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙗𝙚𝙖𝙣 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨.— ✦—

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Outrage Over Illegal Dumping on Heroes Highway Puts Lives at Risk

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𝙏𝙝𝙚 592 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣.      

Truck dumps muds on the road at Rome on the Heroes Highway. (Developing story)

The reckless and unlawful dumping of mud along the Heroes Highway has created a dangerous hazard for motorists and stands as a glaring example of disregard for public safety and national infrastructure.

Images emerging today show large quantities of thick mud strewn across active lanes of the roadway, forcing vehicles to maneuver unpredictably and increasing the risk of accidents. This act is not only irresponsible—it is illegal and potentially deadly.

Heroes Highway is a critical artery, heavily trafficked by commuters, transport operators, and commercial vehicles. To compromise its safety in this manner is unacceptable. Those responsible have shown blatant contempt for the rule of law and for the safety of every citizen who relies on this roadway.

We call on the relevant authorities to:
• Immediately investigate and identify those responsible for this illegal dumping;
• Enforce strict penalties in accordance with existing laws;
• Ensure urgent cleanup and restoration of the roadway to safe conditions;
• Increase monitoring and enforcement to prevent recurrence.

This incident underscores a broader issue of weak enforcement and a culture of impunity that continues to endanger the public. It must be addressed decisively.
Public infrastructure is not a dumping ground. It is a shared national asset that demands respect, protection, and accountability.
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GRA’s Body Cam Move Misses the Real Corruption Hotspot

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𝙏𝙝𝙚 592 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣.  

The Guyana Revenue Authority’s announcement mandating body cameras for frontline Customs officers is being framed as a bold step toward transparency and accountability. But for many observers, this move raises a more fundamental question: is the GRA addressing the right problem?

While the use of body cameras at ports of entry may improve documentation of interactions with passengers and support evidence gathering, the most persistent concerns about corruption and irregularities do not primarily originate at the frontline. Instead, troubling allegations have long pointed to vulnerabilities within the clerical and administrative layers of the system—where documentation is processed, valuations are determined, and clearances are quietly influenced.

Recent revelations only deepen this concern. Just weeks ago, documents surfaced suggesting serious irregularities in the importation of high-end luxury vehicles. To date, there has been no public update, no visible investigation outcome, and no indication of accountability—circumstances made more troubling by reports that the importer is a government-aligned attorney.

Against this backdrop, the GRA’s call for citizens to report abuse risks being perceived as little more than procedural optics. Public confidence cannot be restored through surveillance of frontline officers alone, especially when allegations of high-level misconduct remain unaddressed.

If the goal is genuine transparency and institutional integrity, then reform efforts must extend beyond visible enforcement measures. They must confront the deeper, less visible mechanisms where influence, discretion, and alleged collusion intersect.

Until then, initiatives like mandatory body cameras may be seen not as meaningful reform, but as a distraction from the areas where scrutiny is most urgently needed.

𝙏𝙝𝙚 592 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣-𝙏𝙧𝙪𝙩𝙝 , 𝘼𝙘𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮, 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙄𝙣 𝙂𝙪𝙮𝙖𝙣𝙖 𝘼𝙣𝙙 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙗𝙚𝙖𝙣 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨.— ✦—

GRA Issues Warning on Unstamped Tobacco and Alcohol Imports

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𝙏𝙝𝙚 592 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣

The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) is reminding all importers, wholesalers, and retailers that, in accordance with Regulation 212 of the Customs Act, Chapter 82:01, all imported alcoholic and tobacco products must be affixed with the requisite Excise Stamp.

Failure to comply with this regulation has resulted in the seizure of several illegal and uncustomed brands by Customs Law Enforcement Officers. These include, but are not limited to: Atlanta, Nashville, GT Smart, B&B, Ultra Buy, Royal Milano, Record, Aurora, Gold Mount, Pride, Capital, Star Gold, Rio, 51, Marshal, Marine, Landus, Pine, Elegance, Tradition, and Capi Blue.

As part of its ongoing efforts to combat the trade in illicit tobacco products, the GRA advises that the following brands are currently deemed compliant with the relevant Tax Laws and the Tobacco Control Act: Pall Mall, Bristol, Dunhill, and Englishman.

All legitimately imported cigarettes must be affixed with the appropriate Excise Stamps and display the prescribed health warnings, including graphic images, on both the front and rear of packaging, as outlined in the Third Schedule of the Tobacco Control Act of 2017.

The GRA reiterates its commitment to working collaboratively with legitimate importers and the wider public to ensure compliance with all applicable tax, trade, and border laws. Individuals and businesses that are not fully compliant are strongly encouraged to visit the GRA Headquarters to regularize their operations.

The Authority maintains a zero-tolerance approach to smuggling and tax evasion. Offenders may be subject to penalties as provided under the law, including prosecution.

For further information or to report suspected smuggling or illicit products, please contact the GRA via its hotline at 227-6060 (extensions 3201–3210).

𝙏𝙝𝙚 592 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣-𝙏𝙧𝙪𝙩𝙝 , 𝘼𝙘𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮, 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙄𝙣 𝙂𝙪𝙮𝙖𝙣𝙖 𝘼𝙣𝙙 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙗𝙚𝙖𝙣 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨.— ✦—

Shots Across the Cuyuni: A Dangerous Pattern Guyana Cannot Ignore

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BY: Staff— Writer

𝙏𝙝𝙚 592 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣.   

Guyana must treat the latest cross-border attacks along the Cuyuni River not as isolated incidents, but as part of a troubling and escalating pattern that demands firm international attention and decisive diplomatic pressure.

The reported shootings of Guyanese soldiers—one of whom sustained gunshot wounds—are not merely border skirmishes. They represent direct violations of Guyana’s territorial integrity and a dangerous provocation at a time when the matter of sovereignty is already before the International Court of Justice. The fact that these incidents follow a series of similar attacks over the past two years only deepens the concern: this is no accident, and it cannot be dismissed as routine tension.

Guyana’s formal protest to Venezuela is appropriate, but it must be matched with sustained international advocacy. Caracas cannot be allowed to ignore these developments or hide behind silence. Its failure to respond publicly raises serious questions about either its control over armed actors in the border region or its willingness to restrain them.

Even more troubling is Venezuela’s continued insistence that the Essequibo controversy be settled through political negotiation rather than judicial determination. This position directly undermines the authority of the ICJ and signals a preference for power-based outcomes over rule-based resolution. At a time when the court is actively considering the case, such rhetoric—combined with incidents of armed aggression—creates a volatile and unacceptable environment.

The stakes could not be higher. Essequibo is not only integral to Guyana’s sovereignty—accounting for roughly 70% of its landmass—but is also rich in natural resources, including gold, timber, and vast offshore oil reserves now producing hundreds of thousands of barrels daily. It is precisely this economic significance that heightens the urgency of defending Guyana’s territorial rights with clarity and resolve.

The international community must recognize that this is not a dormant territorial disagreement. It is an active and evolving threat with real consequences for regional stability. Guyana has chosen the path of law, taking its case to the ICJ in pursuit of a final, binding resolution. Venezuela must be held to that same standard.

IThere can be no tolerance for armed intimidation while legal proceedings are underway. Guyana’s sovereignty is not negotiable, and any attempt to undermine it—whether through legal argument or force—must be confronted decisively and without ambiguity.

𝙏𝙝𝙚 592 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣-𝙏𝙧𝙪𝙩𝙝 , 𝘼𝙘𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮, 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙄𝙣 𝙂𝙪𝙮𝙖𝙣𝙖 𝘼𝙣𝙙 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙗𝙚𝙖𝙣 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨.— ✦—

Carter Center Report Exposes Dangerous Delays in Electoral Reform as Political Advantage Trumps Democracy

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BY: Staff— Writer

𝙏𝙝𝙚 592 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣.    

The Carter Center has called for urgent constitutional and electoral reforms in Guyana ahead of the next General and Regional Elections, citing critical gaps in campaign financing, use of state resources, and electoral oversight.

In its final report on the 2025 elections, the international observer body urged Guyana to modernize its electoral framework to better align with international democratic standards. Central to its recommendations is the introduction of clear legislation governing party and campaign financing, along with stronger safeguards against the misuse of state resources and unequal access to state media during election periods.

The report raised specific concern that the ruling party appeared to benefit from biased state media coverage, undermining the principle of equitable treatment among contesting parties. It also highlighted a lack of transparency in campaign financing and noted that only four of the six participating political parties signed the code of conduct.

While campaigning remained largely peaceful, the Carter Center flagged issues that could discourage political participation, including what it described as over-compliance by local banks with U.S. sanctions, which adversely affected one political party.

Despite these concerns, election day procedures were positively assessed. Observers reported that polling stations opened on time in a calm environment, with orderly voting despite long lines in some areas. The conduct of polling was rated highly, with no major irregularities observed.
The Center also commended recent legislative changes to the tabulation process, noting that these reforms improved efficiency and transparency, helping to ensure that final results reflected the will of the electorate.

However, Carter Center Chairman Jason Carter warned that unresolved issues—particularly around campaign financing and spending—continue to erode public confidence in the electoral system. He stressed that Guyana’s growing oil revenues make it even more critical to establish clear boundaries between state resources and political campaigning, alongside greater transparency in political donations.

Among its key recommendations, the Carter Center called for:
• An independent audit of the voters’ list well ahead of the next elections

• Reform of campaign finance laws to enhance transparency and accountability

• Stronger enforcement mechanisms to prevent abuse of state resources

• Improved media fairness and oversight during election periods

• Reconstitution of the Constitutional Reform Commission to reflect current political realities and prioritize electoral reform
The report also pointed to structural concerns within the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM), noting that its politically divided composition remains a persistent challenge to electoral credibility.

Additionally, the Center observed a 5% decline in voter turnout compared to the 2020 elections, despite an expanded voters’ list—raising further questions about public trust and engagement in the electoral process.

𝙏𝙝𝙚 592 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣-𝙏𝙧𝙪𝙩𝙝 , 𝘼𝙘𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮, 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙄𝙣 𝙂𝙪𝙮𝙖𝙣𝙖 𝘼𝙣𝙙 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙗𝙚𝙖𝙣 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨.— ✦—

Two Arrested in CANU Operation at Kuru Kuru

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𝙏𝙝𝙚 592 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣.     

The Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) has arrested two individuals following an intelligence-led operation at Kuru Kuru along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
According to CANU, officers acting on received information conducted an operation in the area, where several individuals were seen gathered under a shop adjacent to a residence. Upon approaching the group, officers requested to conduct searches.

A male and female present at the scene identified themselves as occupants of the nearby residence. A subsequent search of the premises, carried out in their presence, led to the discovery of a quantity of suspected cannabis concealed in a small haversack inside a bedroom reportedly shared by the two.

The individuals were identified as 23-year-old labourer Alvin Heralall of Kuru Kuru and 21-year-old Natasha Boodhoo, who is currently unemployed. Both were informed of the officers’ suspicions, cautioned, and arrested. They were later escorted to CANU Headquarters along with the suspected narcotics.
At headquarters, the substance tested positive for cannabis and weighed approximately 680 grammes.

Investigations are ongoing.
CANU stated that it continues to intensify efforts to combat micro-level drug trafficking through targeted, intelligence-driven operations. The agency noted that small-scale distribution plays a significant role in fuelling broader criminal activity, exposing youth to narcotics, and undermining community safety.

The Unit reaffirmed its commitment to proactive enforcement, enhanced surveillance, and collaborative strategies aimed at dismantling local drug networks and safeguarding communities across Guyana.

PRESS RELEASE

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CUBA RELIEF DRIVE

Cuba has been under an economic blockade for more than 60 years, a blockade which has now been

intensified to the point of strangling the entire Cuban population, causing unbearable suffering and death. Despite years of hardship and arrested development as a result of this immoral and illegal blockade, the Cuban people have been there for us in Guyana and for people all over the world in their time of need.

Their sacrifice and love for humanity has restored human dignity and hope for a world governed by compassion and cooperation. It is now time for us to stand with Cuba.

Our people-to-people initiative is called ‘A Container of Love from the People of Guyana to the People of Cuba’. Organized by a broad-based coalition of concerned citizens, organizations and religious leaders from the Christian, Muslim and Hindu communities, we are aiming to fill a 20 ft container with necessities to be distributed to the neediest sections of Cuba’s population.

We are asking for donations of foodstuffs such as powdered milk, beans, canned foods, flour, rice, cooking oil and other non-perishable items, medicines including pain relievers vitamins/pre-natal vitamins and pediatric medicines, diapers for adults, babies and toddlers, soap, sanitary napkins, toothpaste, cleaning supplies, solar panels, solar lanterns, portable solar generators, solar powered torchlight, batteries, school supplies, new clothing and footwear. For a full list of items needed see the attached flyer.

As you are aware, the 60 plus years blockade on this sister nation has been intensified since January 30th, 2026, to include a complete fuel embargo. This is preventing Cuba from receiving vital petroleum products necessary for the functioning of their society, including the provision of life-saving medical services, food production and distribution, provision of electricity, functioning of water systems, transportation and vital revenue-generating industries such as tourism. The embargo includes cooking gas, causing severe difficulties in daily life. Cubans have had to cook with charcoal and wood fires, with no refrigeration to store food since January 30th, and with no end in sight.

The United Nations warns that this type of collective punishment of an entire population contravenes international law and that Cuba is fast approaching “humanitarian collapse”. The US-imposed fuel blockade has closed schools, grounded aircraft, and left garbage rotting in Havana’s streets. Cuba is struggling to keep its hospitals operational. Healthcare professionals are reporting that they are unable to keep the lights on to perform life-saving surgeries and other medical procedures, and unable to conduct basic scans such as x rays or ultrasounds.

Ambulances are also out of action and many people in urgent need of treatment are unable to get to the hospital due to no other form of transport being available. In March, the national electric grid collapsed, resulting in prolonged blackouts lasting over 40 hours in many areas. The fuel blockade has been described as an act of genocide.

Recently Guyanese experienced a fuel shortage for a day, and there was panic, imagine no fuel or cooking gas since January 30th.

We don’t need to remind you of all the sacrifice, good work, and the thousands of lives saved by the Cuban Medical Brigade during the last 48 years that they have operated in Guyana, often serving in hinterland areas where Guyanese doctors were unwilling to work.

We want to thank the media for your coverage of our recent solidarity events. Your coverage of this initiative will help this call to reach people far and wide. Drop-off points have been set up across the city of Georgetown in churches, mosques and the Hare Krishna Study Centre – for a full list of drop off points see attached flyer. We are counting on you and your media networks to reach Guyanese across the country to encourage as many people as possible to send donations.

We aim to ship the container in approximately 8 weeks and are depending on the generosity and support of the Guyanese people to fill the Container of Love.

Reverend Patricia Sheerattan-Bisnauth, General Secretary of the Guyana Presbyterian Church,sums up the initiative, “Our call is grounded not in ideology, but in humanity. Every child deserves nourishment, every elder deserves care, and every family deserves to live with dignity and peace.

Across the Caribbean, we understand the painful legacies of colonialism, exclusion, and economic injustice. Therefore, we cannot turn away from the cries of our Cuban sisters and brothers. This is a moment for moral courage and compassionate action. We call on governments, faith communities, civil society, and people of conscience everywhere to stand with the people of Cuba in their time of need through advocacy, humanitarian support and solidarity.”

Imam Haseeb Yusuf of the Eccles Sunnatul Jamaat called on Guyanese to donate generously: “In a world of great social upheaval and injustice, the global citizenship of conscience and humanity is called upon to respond to the desperate cries of oppressed people worldwide.

Out of our shared humanity, empathy, and instincts to work together, we find hope and courage to do whatever is within our means to come to the aid of the most vulnerable. We are appealing to the people of Guyana to help our Cuban brothers and sisters, who are living through a very severe humanitarian crisis. Please donate generously to this noble cause.

For further comments please contact:

Reverend Patricia Sheerattan-Bisnauth, General Secretary of Guyana Presbyterian Church – 647 7295

Reverend Francis Dean Alleyne, Roman Catholic Bishop of Georgetown – 614 2670

Imam Haseeb Yusuf of the Eccles Sunnatul Jamaat – 620 6880

Prabhu Dave, President of the ISKCON of Guyana Hare Krishna Study Centre – 621 1498

Maryam Perreira – Project Coordinator – 748 1660