–CARICOM observer mission reports
–commends GECOM’s effective management of ballot day

The Caribbean Community’s (CARICOM) election observer mission to Guyana’s 2025 general and regional elections has reported an incident-free balloting day following the close of polls last evening.

The mission’s chief observer, Josephine Tamai, told reporters at a Tuesday press briefing that the group of electoral experts from across the region visited over 300 polling stations, observing the day’s proceedings from the opening and closing of polls as well as the tabulation process.

“The CEOM is of the view that on election day, voters were able to exercise their franchise in a peaceful and orderly manner without significant incident”, Tamai said.

Despite prior reports, while engaging with stakeholders ahead of the September 1 polls, there were no signs of intimidation, harassment or campaigning intended to influence or obstruct the democratic process.

“Polling staff performed their duties in a professional manner and are to be commended. Similarly, the police-maintained law and order at the polling stations with extreme professionalism in their interactions with electors and various political stakeholders,” she added.

The mission comprised experts from eight member states and conducted extensive consultations with key stakeholders, including political leaders, civil society, and other international observers.

The team will be departing Guyana tomorrow and will present a full report to the CARICOM Secretary General at a later date.