• urges political maturity in wake of recount

THE Region Three Private Sector Inc. (R3PSInc) has lauded the recent confirmation that the recount of ballots in select sub-districts of Regions Four and Five resulted in less than a half-percent variation from the original tabulation, an outcome that underscores the integrity and accuracy of Guyana’s 2025 General and Regional Elections.
R3PSInc. noted that this reaffirmation of the electoral process is a testament to the remarkable strides made by the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM), particularly in the area of transparency.

With the Commission’s ongoing improvements since the disputed 2020 elections, including the live online tabulation of results, the organisation said citizens now have greater access to information in real time, a development that strengthens democracy and public confidence in the system.

“This proves that our elections are working. The elections and the recount were free, fair, and credible, and the results posted online by GECOM leave little room for doubt or misinformation,” R3PSInc stated. “This transparency is vital for building trust among citizens and ensuring that the will of the people is respected.”
The business body also emphasised that the peaceful conduct of the recount, closely monitored by political parties, local and international observers, and GECOM officials, signals a deepening of democratic maturity in Guyana.

However, R3PSInc stressed that for this progress to be meaningful, political parties must demonstrate the same maturity by accepting the results of the process and respecting the will of the electorate.

“The time has come for all stakeholders to put country above party. Disputed outcomes only weaken investor confidence and derail national development. Political maturity demands acceptance of the people’s verdict,” the organisation said.

The R3PSInc. stated that observers noted that no evidence of tampering was found and that the process adhered to the Representation of the People Act (ROPA) further strengthening the case for moving forward constructively.

R3PSInc. highlighted that GECOM’s reforms, particularly improved training of polling staff and increased clarity on what constitutes spoiled or valid ballots, will only continue to enhance the credibility of future elections.

“The 2025 elections demonstrate resilience, transparency, and accuracy in Guyana’s democracy. This is the environment in which business, investment, and national development can thrive,” R3PSInc. added while reaffirming its support for GECOM and encouraging all parties to uphold the principles of democracy by respecting the official results once declared.