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Guyana Elections 2025
The 2025 General and Regional Elections in Guyana are all set to take place today with the voting already started. Polling stations opened with full preparation to welcome at 6 nearly 758,000 registered voters across 2,970 locations nationwide.
Associates Times will be covering all of it for you live, stay tuned for updates throughout the day as voters fill the ballots, and results begin to take shape. Stay tuned as Guyana chooses its next government.
PPP/C has swept Region 9 in the 2025 Guyana General Elections, securing 9,936 votes, more than double of WIN, which earned 4,817. APNU received 450 votes and AFC 194. The Region 9 tabulation is now complete, confirming PPP/C’s dominance in this area.
The We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party, led by Azruddin Mohamed, has made a historic breakthrough in Guyana’s 2025 General Elections by dominating Region 10 in its first-ever contest. WIN secured 10,233 votes, more than double the totals of PPP/C and APNU, signaling a major shift in Guyana’s political landscape.
PPP/C has narrowly secured the lead in Region 8 with 2,872 votes, just ahead of WIN, which garnered 2,562. APNU received 276 votes, and AFC collected 57. The tabulation for Region 8 is now complete, highlighting a close contest between PPP/C and WIN.
Preliminary voting data results have indicated that President Dr. Irfaan Ali has secured a second consecutive term following the election results. However, the official result announcement will be made by GECOM later. Notably, WIN led by Azruddin Mohamed shockingly came out to be one of the strongest contenders in the election race in Guyana by securing several votes, but failed to secure a majority.
PPP/C: 232 votes (leading in this polling station)
WIN: 24 votes
APNU: 3 votes
AFC: 1 vote
ALP: 0 votes
FGPM: 0 votes
PPP/C: 64 votes (leading in this polling station)
APNU: 29 votes
WIN: 22 votes
AFC: 2 votes
FGPM: 2 votes
ALP: 0 votes
The result of the general election included:
Vote Counts by Party
WIN: 70 votes (leading in this polling station)
APNU: 36 votes
PPP/C: 23 votes
FGPM: 4 votes
AFC: 0 votes
ALP: 0 votes
As per the election results, the voting of the different parties included:
PPP/C: 181 votes (leading in this polling station)
APNU: 21 votes
WIN: 16 votes
FGM: 3 votes
AFC: 1 vote
ALP: 0 votes
According to GECOM, the election updates at Watooka Primary School of District 10 is included:
WIN (We Invest in Nationhood): 41 votes
PPP/C (People’s Progressive Party/Civic): 30 votes
APNU (A Partnership for National Unity): 28 votes
AFC (Alliance for Change): 4 votes
ALP (Assembly for Liberty and Prosperity): 1 votes
FGM (Forward Guyana Movement): 13 votes
The polling district is named as Upper Demerara/Berbice which included:
Rejected Ballot: 0
Total number of voters: 97
GECOM has announced new election updates from the district 10 as the SoP from the Upper Demerara/Berbice has been announced. The result included:
WIN (We Invest in Nationhood): 41 votes
PPP/C (People’s Progressive Party/Civic): 30 votes
APNU (A Partnership for National Unity): 28 votes
AFC (Alliance for Change): 4 votes
ALP (Assembly for Liberty and Prosperity): 0 votes
FGM (Forward Guyana Movement): 0 votes
In addition to that, other information from GECOM included:
Rejected Ballot: 0
Total number of voters: 117
According to the GECOM, APNU and WIN has received one vote each as the district consisted of 2 ballot. The election updates included:
WIN (We Invest in Nationhood): 1 votes
PPP/C (People’s Progressive Party/Civic): 0 votes
APNU (A Partnership for National Unity): 1 votes
AFC (Alliance for Change): 0 votes
ALP (Assembly for Liberty and Prosperity): 0 votes
FGM (Forward Guyana Movement): 0 votes
The GECOM announced the result of one of the SOPs of the district 7 which included:
WIN (We Invest in Nationhood): 40 votes
PPP/C (People’s Progressive Party/Civic): 54 votes
APNU (A Partnership for National Unity): 17 votes
AFC (Alliance for Change): 0 votes
ALP (Assembly for Liberty and Prosperity): 0 votes
FGM (Forward Guyana Movement): 0 votes
The polling district is named as Cuyuni/Mazaruni which included:
Rejected Ballot: 1
Total number of voters: 112
The election updates included:
WIN (We Invest in Nationhood): 19 votes
PPP/C (People’s Progressive Party/Civic): 18 votes
APNU (A Partnership for National Unity): 1 votes
AFC (Alliance for Change): 0 votes
ALP (Assembly for Liberty and Prosperity): 0 votes
FGM (Forward Guyana Movement): 0 votes
The polling district is named as Cuyuni/Mazaruni which included:
Rejected Ballot: 0
Total number of voters: 38
As per the GECOM, the election updates included:
WIN (We Invest in Nationhood): 72 votes
PPP/C (People’s Progressive Party/Civic): 70 votes
APNU (A Partnership for National Unity): 35 votes
AFC (Alliance for Change): 0 votes
ALP (Assembly for Liberty and Prosperity): 0 votes
FGM (Forward Guyana Movement): 0 votes
As per the update, the total valid votes included 177 in which 3 got rejected and around 180 votes have cast.
WIN is leading with 72 votes at Hill View Nursery and the PPP/C Closed Behind with 70 votes in the district 7. On the other hand, APNU has secured 32 votes, while other parties have failed to open their campaign.
In the district 7 of the regional elections, WIN is leading with 88 votes, while PPP/C is on the second position with 42 votes. APNU has secured the third position in the district with 28 votes.
The District 7 of the national elections outlined that WIN has secured 2 out of 2 votes, making them win the constituency.
According to the Guyana Election Commission, the PPP/C is leading in the District 6 of the regional election. The community named East Berbice/Corentyne has gave around 43 votes to PPP/C, while APNU is turned out to be the second highest with 11 votes. WIN is o the third position with 10 votes and others have failed to open their campaign in the district.
In addition to that, the PPP/C is leading with 42 votes, while others have remained same.
As the counting is underway in different polling stations, the early trends at Lodge Nursery stated that there were 413612 eligible voters. Out of these, APNU got around 66 votes, WIN got 48 and PPP/C has received 20 votes, while AFC and FGM are on the 2 seats yeat.
Further, the trends from Providence Stadium outlined that there were 40206 eligible voters, out of which PPP/C has received 13 votes, WIN got 5 votes and AFC got 2 votes, and APNU got 1 and FGM 1 vote.
Notably, the counting is just the early trends of the tabulation process and these are not the resl results.
Th Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has criticised the circulation of the fake statement of Poll shortly after the close of polls on elections day. Public Relations Officer Yolanda Warde, reading from an official statement, said the falsified document surfaced on social media at 6:01 p.m., just one minute after polling stations closed, making it impossible for any ballot counting to have commenced.
She said that the alleged fake documents are being spread by the political party associated with Team Mohamed's Facebook page, citing that it could create the impression that it it has been successful at the polls.
“The publication of fake results will be put to the Guyana Police Force for investigation,” she said, warning that attempts to mislead the public could have serious implications.
The Commission stressed that the dissemination of false information undermines the integrity of the electoral process and has urged the public to exercise caution and rely solely on official channels for updates.
“The publication of fake results will be put to the Guyana Police Force for investigation,” she said, warning that attempts to mislead the public could have serious implications. The Commission stressed that the dissemination of false information undermines the integrity of the electoral process and has urged the public to exercise caution and rely solely on official channels for updates.Agents of the Forward Guyana Movement in Linden have raised strong objections to the presence and conduct of a police officer positioned directly at the counting table. The officer was observed standing in close proximity to the ballots and transmitting information over a radio as the process unfolded.
This action has been deemed inappropriate, as the officer appeared to be functioning in a role outside of his remit, almost as though he were part of GECOM’s counting team. The party has formally noted its objection and calls on GECOM to immediately address the matter to safeguard the integrity, transparency, and independence of the counting process.
As the polling came to close, the GECOM has provided the information that the voting turnout was lower than the expected. However, there were long lines at many polling stations, but by midday, those lines were mostly gone and there was a tickle of voters from time of time.
The GECOM noted that there were more than 750,000 persons on the list of the voters, however, there were reports of persons not realising their traditional voting places had moved.
The elections commission will upload the results on their website and a declaration of results would also be expected by September 4, 2025.
A power outage has recorded in Wismar and Linden during the counting of the voter at the locations. It has further sparked the remours about the GECOM about the residents as they are monitoring the process.
As per the residents, the electricity was disrupted across several sections of the community shortly after polls closed, The blackout coincided with preparations for the counting of ballots at multiple polling stations, where agents and election officials were awaiting the start of tabulation.
Mani Singh who works at RE/MAX Canada born on the ground of Guyana and said that he is happy to share that he visited Guyana from Canada to exercise his vote in the general elections.
He said that he voted around 11: 45 am at Timehri Primary School and noted that his experience with the voting process was very transparent, organized, efficient and smooth. He went with his family and said that he is proud of his country and prayed for another five-year tern for President Dr Irfaan Ali.
APNU Candidate Dr. Dexter Todd cast his ballot at Pouderoyen, West Demerara Secondary School. He shared his voting experience and encouraged the people of Guyana to come out and vote.
“My voting experience was smooth, no line at 10:30 a.m. The agents were very alert. Or maybe it was just because I knew everyone in the room,” he remarked. Dr. Todd said, "We have this Guyana, come out and vote."
Tension has been escalated between Norton and Rodrigues on election day as they engaged in a heated verbal exchange over the positioning of voter compartments. The fight has also highlighted growing concerns about polling day violations and compliance with GECOM's regulations.
The incident comes against the backdrop of GECOM's August Operational Update,” where the Commission admitted that some compartments had been poorly positioned during the Disciplined Forces vote, raising fears of covert ballot photography.
GECOM stressed that while voters may carry phones, they cannot use them to photograph ballots, with presiding officers, not party agents, responsible for enforcement. Notices and announcements are required at each station, with violations referred to police.
To standardize practice, GECOM said a pictorial guide would show the correct setup, ensuring a voter’s body is visible while the ballot remains secret, and directed that any misoriented booths on Election Day be repositioned immediately without halting the poll.
WIN/Team Mohamed's activists are approaching voters as they are about to enter the polling station and are offering them $50k to vote for the party formed by OFAC-sanctioned Azruddin Mohamed.
The incident has occurred at Winifred's High School at De Abreu and Garnet St and the police has also been alerted.
Georgetown Campaign Manager, Troy Garraway lauded the voter turnout and added that the free transportation is also available to take the public to the polling station.
He said that the agents from APNU will also available at the polling station and the turnout is picking out somewhat in South Georgetown.
The United States has reaffirmed its respect for Guyana's sovereignty and underscored that it views the nation as a strong, stable and democratic partner in the region. US Ambassador to Guyana, Nicole Theriot along with a delegation from the Embassy, underscoring the international community's recognition of Guyana's robust democratic institutions.
US Embassy added that they expect election day to be calm and peaceful with registered voters casting their votes freely.
WIN took to Facebook and accused the PPP operatives in Arakaka of offering cash inducements of $10,000 per vote. According to them, reports from multiple residents in the Northwest District outlined that numerous photographs and messages from around the nation confirm PPP-branded and unbranded tents in close proximity to polling stations. These tents, under the false pretext of providing “assistance,” are in fact calculated instruments of voter intimidation and fearmongering.
As per WIN, "Such acts of desperation expose the unmistakable handwriting on the wall for the outgoing administration. The PPP is so consumed with clinging to power that it has resorted to last-minute coercion, intimidation, and vote-buying tactics in the futile hope of reversing the will of the people."
WIN also called upon the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) to act with urgency and dismantle these unlawful tents, remove the operatives engaged in bribery and intimidation, and safeguard the integrity of this election.
Three sisters flew back to Guyana from New York and cast a vote for the general election 2025. They shared their experience and noted that their experience at the polling stations was very smooth and hassle free.
APNU Presidential Candidate Aubrey C Norton involved into a fight with Minister of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues at a polling station. He said that there is need to uphold electoral law during the voting process.
He underscored that the ballot must remain secret and the law requires that the voter's body be visible during the process to ensure transparency. He said that everybody should be abide by the law and nobody want to see the vote, but his agent must be there.
The general public is advised that the following roads will be closed to vehicular traffic on Monday, September 1, 2025 to facilitate the tabulation process at the Supernumeray Returning Office's office to North Road, Georgetown and Fourth and Barrack Streets, Kingston, Georgetown.
The streets that will be closed are as follows:
Alexander and North Road with no entry west
Camp and Church street with no entry south
Camp and Robb Street with no entry north
Barrack and High with no entry west
Cowan and Fourth Street with no entry north
Water and Barrack with no entry east
As per the update, these closures will be in effect until the conclusion of the tabulation process.
According to the Guyana Election Commission, a total of 27,879 eligible first-time voters have been identified. As per the reports, the voters will include:
District 1: 2,076
District 2: 1,733
District 3: 4,107
District 4: 9,580
District 5: 1,637
District 6: 3,267
District 7: 1,284
District 8: 821
District 9: 1,883
District 10: 1,491
As the elections are underway in Guyana, WIN Prime Ministerial Candidate Tabitha Sarbo-Halley accused elections officials of the Election Commission of deliberately blocking her party's polling agents from entering polling stations in Georgetown.
She said that her polling agents were outside for almost an hour and when she visited the station, the officials smiled at her and opened the station. Halley noted that it was the frustrating thing as they are not allowed to block the agents as it is against the law.
In the quiet community of Bell West, Canal No. 2, on the West Bank of Demerara, voting got underway in a calm and orderly manner.
Resident Sahastra Persaud also known as Rowan, described the process as quick and efficient; noting that voters were steadily making their way to the polls throughout the day.
He shared the update and said that the process is going smooth and the officials from the GECOM has prepared all the requirements accordingly.
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo arrived at St. Paul’s Primary to cast his vote in the 2025 elections. He also talked to media personality and added that the process is going smooth and called it a beautiful day for the democratic structure of the society.
After the emerging photographs of the ballot of the National Cyclist, the GECOM has issued the warnings. However, the strict warnings have been avoided by the people as they are still sharing the post on the social media profiles showcasing their voting ballots, an offence that has raised serious concerns about vote-buying in the 2025 General elections.
GECOM also issued the statement, stating the public is barred from using a cell phones in polling booths. However, public is still showcasing the photographs of ballots in which they showed that whom they are voting.
Adding to the controversy, Alanzo Greaves also criticised the issue and noted that this could lead to problems in the peaceful environment. It could also determined the authenticity of the free and fair elections.
APNU's candidate Natasha Singh criticised the preparations of GECOM and noted that the situation at Belfield playfield is an inhumane one. GECOM said they were prepared for the elections.
She noted that her agents and Police Officers are in the hot scorching sun since morning even though this matter was brought to the Returning Officer of GECOM since 5:30 am.
At around 11: 00 am on Election Day, the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) Commissioner Sase Gunraj noted that the polling is proceeding smoothy across the country.
The operations of the voting were largely on track as several issues at the stations have already been addressed. He explained that some of the polling stations have faced longer lines, slower processes, however, the teams of the GECOM resolved those with efficiency.
Talking about the turnout, he added that varied locations of Guyana witnessed low voting turnout by mid-morning. Commissioner expressed," There's literally no one waiting here to vote."
GECOM commissioner expressed that people have a right to vote and people should exercise their duty to participate in the process.
A cadidate for the Forward Guyana Movement, Holly Ann Bristol, has said that the he was unable to vote this morning as he uses a wheelchair. The candidate arrived at 9:20 am and was told that the only option for her to vote was for GECOM to carry her up the stairs.
By 11:20 a.m., Ms. Bristol had still not voted. The matter has now been sent to GECOM’s CEO, who confirmed no alternative accommodation was available.
Guyana Election Commission announced that the national declaration of election results will be held on the morning of September 4, 2025. Following the completion of district declarations by the evening of September 3, 2025, the Commission will immediately proceed to put together the results of the district.
Chief Elections Officer of Guyana, Vishnu Persaud added that they have the district declaration in place for all the district by September 3 and the declaration of the result will be held by Thursday morning.
As several issues have emerged during the elections, the electoral database vulnerabilities and identities have been changed. The concerns have also been issued related to the documented concerns as the cases such as Oral Semple have showcased manipulation and integrity risks in voter records.
They have also used the physical ink as a safeguard which has been proven ineffective when easily removed, It has also cast donut on manual verification processes as they invited calls for stricter measures.
Another disabled person named Edon Singh who is also a first-time voter from Charity, Essequibo, described the process as simple and expressed happiness at being able to cast his ballot.
Although he lives with disabilities, Singh made the effort to vote for the party he believes in. He was accompanied to the polling station by his foster mother, Pastor Oprah.
Other first time voters including a first-time voter included Athaliayh Felicien shared her experience and called it a significant step in participating in Guyana’s democracy.
Authorities have been alerted to the name of a deceased individual who was recorded as having voted in Foulis, East Coast Demerara. On the other hand, several eligible voters either could not locate their names on the list or were directed to the wrong polling stations at the same location.
EU EOM’s Chief Observer Robert Biedron talked about the voting process and added that today is a beautiful day as the European Union is observing the entire process. “We witnessed the opening, we were observing the election process and then went for the ending of the voting.”
He said that they have established their servers in Georgetown which is providing the information about the entire voting process. “We have also been equipped with the special infrastructure, aiming for smooth operations in the elections in Guyana.”
National Cyclist Alanzo Greaves on Monday showed off his ballot indicating that he has cast a vote in the Monday September 01, General and Regional Elections in favor of the Peoples Progressive Party Civic.
The image was posted on his social media platform.
The integrity of the General Elections is again under question after another resident shared the photograph of the ballot paper on his social media. The social media user while posting the image wrote, "PPP/C to the world".
Notably, GECOM earlier mentioned that carrying mobile phones to the polling stations is strictly prohibited, however several such incidents have been reported so far.
President Candidate Dr Irfaan Ali and his wife and First Lady Arya Ali have arrived at the Leonora Technical and Vocational Training Centre to cast their vote. He is seeking a second term in office and shared his word of thoughts with the media and public.
He said that he is very confident about his victory and also talked about the concerns with the voting chaos at several polling stations. President Ali added that today is a beautiful day and noted, “I want to enjoy the day as it will enhance the landscape of Guyana.”
President Ali also talked about the issue of Venezuela and said that they will do their best to resolve the issue. He said, “We are voting for victory today.” He further talked about the infrastructure that is related to military advancment and said that they will be working to enhance the military conditons.
They also proudly displayed their inked fingers after casting their ballots at the centre.
A visually impaired woman and her daughter, a first-time voter, exercised their franchise at the National Aquatic Centre. Residents of Belladrum and Paradise assembled in line at the Belladrum Primary School to cast their vote.
Mayor Wainwright McIntosh shared his voting experience and said that it would have been easy with proper light.
National from Bangladesh is spotted casting a vote by impersonating himself as the citizen of Guyana. His ID car is went viral on social media as a resident named Raphael Jr Official showcased his true ID on his social media.
Bus Loads of Bangladeshi has also turned out to be the voters in the Guyana Elections and the ID to all of these people were issued on June 12, 2025.
As the elections are underway in Guyana, more allegation of vote buying and a potential case of voter impersonation is surfacing on social media.
A resident named Francis Michael Baily shared the chat and said that the voters are brought in a bus from Suriname to Guyana as 21 other passengers in bus all of Indian decent majority was picked up from a village to as Bus camp.
Amanza Walton- Desir from Forward Guyana Movement is keeping all the receipts and numbers have also been shared with GECOM officials so that they can investigate the matter.
Don Gomes, a resident from Guyana shared his voting experience with Associates Times and added that the process was quite smooth. He said that it was quite peaceful and respectful, noting that he is enjoying his September 1, which is a holiday into a new month.
He also shared his experience and said that the preparations at the polling stations are nice.
At the EBD Primary School, WIN activists caught in security booth allegedly canvassing and offering payment for votes. The issue is also being flagged for the interrogation and intervention of GECOM staff of the ground.
As per the new updates, three activities from the WIN party have been caught in security both while offering payment to the voters. These activities have been removed from the compound by the police after complaint by Sanjeev Datadin, a staff member from GECOM.
Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand cast her vote in her constituency and expressed pleasure with the turnout of the voters in Crane. She said that the large numbers of people are coming to voting and the PPP has polling agents in all the booths.
She said, "In the last two hours, a lot of people have already voted and numbers look encouraging. The polling process is quite smooth."
She also expressed pleasure and noted that she loves seeing people exercise their vote and come to support the development of Guyana and participate in the nation's progress.
PPP/C's Candidate of Poll for the East Bank Berbice district (Edinburg to Mara), Dr. Mark Lyte is visiting polling places in the area. He said that the residents are now coming out and doing what they need to do in terms of casting their battots.
He said, "I see in all the polls, we have agents from the various political parties which is a good sign. Adding to the credibility and transparency, we are working to see it with enhanced election process."
Guyana Police Force asked the citizens to be beware of the false information as they are spreading it with intent to create fear, panic, or public disorder which is considered an offence under Guyana's Criminal Law.
The Police Force will act firmly against anyone who seeks to mislead or destabilise the public by spreading false information.
APNU's Annette N Ferguson criticised the GECOM Commissioners and the insitution for not preparing for the elections. He shared the chat and asked the citizens to be vigilant as they cast their vote today in Guyana General Elections.
He said, "I have received a complaint (GPSU) that should be of concern, and it confirms what the Opposition GECOM Commissioners and APNU have been saying, that GECOM is not fully prepared for these elections."
At the Carter Centre, Jason Carter noted that the voting process is going smoothly as it is great honour for them to cast vote.
He said that they sent observers in different regions to observe the elections and the observers have been well treated and they are not going to draw conclusion as they will wait and provide updates on the elections.
In the general elections, APNU candidate Ronald Daniels cast his vote and expressed pleasure in exercising his right. He expressed hope in winning the elections and said that the process of the voting should be smooth.
Minister within the Ministry of Public Works Deodat Indar was also seen casting his vote this morning.
The APNU coalition has urged the Guyana Police Force to stop using cameras in the polling places and stations. The party stated that the force must instruct its ranks to stop using the cameras as it would harm the privacy of the citizens and the voters.
Through a Facebook post, APNU's Sherwood Lowe added that they have received several reports from across the country about the incident and added that the voters must feel comfortable while casting their vote. He said that the situation is concerning as the privacy is being invaded highly in the process.
He further advised the police force to focus their cameras only during incidents or other unusual activities. Their cameras must be switched off as it is highly inappropriate to record in their devices.
On the monday morning, the Presidential Candidate of the Forward Guyana Movement Amanza Walton-Desir cast her ballot Eccles. In addition to that, the scenes from several polling stations across Georgetown have been showcased where voters were seen casting their ballot in the early hours.
Citizens expressed delight and noted that the process was quite peaceful as they vote for the performance of the government.
Concerns have bee raised at Vreed-en-Hoop polling station as the blackout problem and other ballot issues have been reported. The voters are encouraged to share any issues they encounter so they can be properly documented and cast their voter without any hassle.
In the election day, the blackout has been reported at the polling stations in Guyana, which was criticised by the public. With 2 power ships, new problems arrises including hot weather and lighting issues at different locations.
Guyana Power and Light Inc also shared the update and noted that the light and power has restored. It added, "Your vote is your choice, choose carefully as the future lies in where you put your ballot. And avoid ignorant people, before you end up like Bryan Max."
The website of the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has been crashed and the voters have been facing greater problem to access updated polling station information. The citizens have also raised their concerns about the reliability of the website and said that these conditions showcase the lack of infrastructure and seriousness of the institution.
Amanza Walton-Desir of the Forward Guyana Movement also criticised the situation and noted that this is voter fraud as individuals' ID photo and address were altered in the GECOM database without request.
However, the questions have also been raised over the investigation of the police and the scope of possible data tampering.
As the elections are underway in Guyana, AFC Candidate Nigeal Hughes who cast vote along with his wife criticised the process of the voting and noted that there is a blackout in his polling station. He said, "The room is quite hot as there was no fan, no light which was quite disturbing, however, the rest of the process went smooth."
He also commended the people at the polling station who are working in the situation and lauded the young people for participating in the democratic structure of the country.
"We have to be very careful with the situation of Venezuela and come together to tackle the situation. I encourage the young people by saying that the elections will effect your life a lot as these are one of the most important part of the democracy."
Hughes noted that this is important for the young people to come and exercrise their right as it will change their life.
Gail Teixeira, veteran politician and outgoing Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance, cast her ballot on Monday at Plaisance Secondary School.
In addition to that, Former President Donald Ramotar also stated that everyone should respect the collective intelligence of the people as they are heading for the elections 2025.
Nigel Hughes, Presidential Candidate of the Alliance For Change (AFC), and his wife, Cathy Hughes, cast their ballots at the Lions Club Building on the East Bank of Demerara.
In addition to that, People's National Congress President was among the first to cast his vote in Guyhoc Park, Georgetown. He said that the voting process was very smooth and also hoped for the victory in the elections.
Among early voters, President Dr Irfaan Ali's mother and father cast their ballots at Lenora, West Coast Demerara. They expressed delight and wished best to their son for his victory in the elections.
His father encouraged the voters and noted, "All should have come and vote as early as possible and the relax for the result. I am also going to do that and wait for the results sitting at my home."
His mother also commented and added, "The voting process is smooth and now I will rest the entire day as I have completed my duty for the nation."
According to APNU's candidate Christopher Jones, Tucville Primary School has faced the problem of the blackout and other issues such as no fans, no lights and the rooms at the polling station are in darkness.
He slammed the election commission of Guyana and the ruling government for their carelessness in the preparations of the elections.
Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill voted and said that this was his civic duty to cast vote for a united and prosperous Guyana and for continued developed. In addition to that, Minister of Housing and Water Susan Rodrigues also seen casting vote in the early hours of the elections at the Precious Lives Nursery in La Penitence.
Early reactions from social media and reports from polling stations show strong support being expressed for the PPP/C, as voters turn out across the country.
The voting process is Guyana is going smooth as the voters are turning out at polling stations in Eccles and Alexander Village to Peacefully exercise their franchise.
APNU's VP Candidate Ganesh Mahipaul cast vote at his polling station in Farm and he has also showcased his finger and flaunted his voting ink. APNU's Vinceroy Jordan also casted his ballot earlier in Lovely Lass, Region 5 of Guyana.
Linden's Deputy Mayor Dominique Blair also clicked voting at his polling station. However, WIN Candidate Mohamed slammed the voting process and added that the process is slow as he waited about half an hour to cast his ballot with only five persons in front of him.
In the early hours of the elections in Guyana, a 35-year-old girl with a disability named Ashley Mangal was seen casting vote along with his father Rohan Mangal. At the polling station of Plaisance Secondary School, they were seen motivating others to cast vote as it is necessary for the democratic process.
According to the father, the voting process at the polling station is quite smooth as they went smoothy inside the station.
Prime Minister of Guyana Mark Phillips cast vote at the Diamond Secondary School in the early hours of the elections. In addition to that, Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony was also seen casting vote early in the day.
The election commission of Guyana indicated that voting is going smoothly at Cummings Lodge Secondary and every other stations for the polling.
GECOM PPP/C Commissioner Sase Gunraj has said that there is no prohibition on what a voter should wear to the polling stations to vote including party paraphernalia.
“There is no prohibition in what a voter can wear to got to the polling station to vote including party paraphernalia. Wear what you want and go Vote!!!.”
Former President Donlad Ramotar lined up to vote at the Plaisance Secondary School in the early hours of the elections. In addition to that, the incumbent Minister of Finance Dr Ashni Singh also cast his vote at the polling station.
People from different polling stations noted that the voting process was quite smooth as gathering of the voters have been increasing with the passing of time.
The first voter at the Tutorial Academy Secondary Polling Station at New Amsterdam added that the she is the first voter and she love to cast the vote on the first number in every election.
After the commencement of the elections, the members of the EU and its Chief Observer of European Union Observation Mission to Guyana 2025, Robert Biedron are already stationed outside polling station around Guyana.
As per the report, they have deployed 50 members of the EU mission to regulate and operate the elections in Guyana.
As the polling in Guyana has begun, WIN Presidential Candidate Azurdin Mohamed arrived at his polling station located at Eccles to cast his vote early in the elections. In addition to that, APNU Presidential Candidate was also seen standing in the line at Plaisance to cast his vote.
Eager voters were also seen lining up early outside Fisher Primary School this morning to vote their ballot. The footages were also went viral from the polling station of St. Gabriel's Primary as the voters have already begun their voting.