AS Guyana prepares for its General and Regional Elections on September 1, 2025, the Private Sector Commission (PSC), serving as an Accredited Observer Mission, has issued a statement urging all political actors and citizens to ensure a free, fair, and peaceful electoral process.
The PSC expressed confidence in the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM), noting that after direct engagement and a review of operational readiness, the systems are in place to conduct credible elections worthy of the Guyanese people.
In collaboration with international and diplomatic observer missions, including partners from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and the European Union (ABCEU), the PSC praised the efforts of embedded International Missions in strengthening GECOM’s technical capacity and institutional preparedness.
The Commission also met with the Joint Services and National Security Agencies, commending their collaborative approach and readiness. The PSC emphasised full support for the agencies’ zero-tolerance stance on violence, intimidation, and unrest, echoing their assurance that any attempts at disruption will be firmly addressed.
The PSC Observer Mission stressed the importance of an equitable electoral process, with all parties having fair and unobstructed access. It called on political leaders to demonstrate integrity, accountability, and responsible leadership. Leaders were urged to refrain from incendiary language or calls to violence and to be accountable for the actions of their supporters.
The statement condemned recent remarks encouraging violence, stating that such rhetoric has no place in Guyana’s democracy. The PSC reiterated its call for a peaceful election, highlighting that the country’s future depends on a collective commitment to democracy, the rule of law, and the peaceful exercise of political will.
The PSC confirmed that it, together with its partners, will continue to monitor, report, and support the electoral process to ensure the results accurately reflect the will of the people. Citizens were encouraged to participate with dignity, calm, and respect.
“On September 1, let us show the world that Guyana’s democracy is resilient, that our people are united in peace, and that our leaders are worthy of the trust placed in them to govern the continued development and progress of Guyana,” the statement concluded.