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The People’s Voice Rising in Guyana
Dear Editor,
Kaieteur News – As the 2025 elections draw near, the political atmosphere in Guyana has reached a boiling point. For over 25 years, the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) has maintained political dominance, interrupted only briefly by a five-year APNU administration. Today, the emergence of the WIN party, led by Mr. Mohamed, has disrupted this long-standing political duopoly and sparked considerable unease within the PPP ranks.
Rather than respond with democratic debate or policy alternatives, the PPP has launched an aggressive campaign to discredit Mr. Mohamed. Despite U.S. sanctions being applied to both Mr. Mohamed and former Ministry of Housing employee Ms. May Thomas, the government’s fixation has remained squarely on Mr. Mohamed. From allegations of tax evasion to unfounded claims of murder, the escalation of attacks suggests a deliberate effort to undermine his credibility and intimidate his growing base of support.
This relentless targeting of Mr. Mohamed appears to be more than coincidence. It conveniently shifts national focus away from the PPP’s own failures that include substandard healthcare in regional hospitals, an unbearable cost of living, inaccessible house lots, the erosion of trade unions, escalating crime, widespread public service bribery, and a glaring lack of anti-corruption efforts. While these issues persist, the government suddenly unveils populist giveaways: salary increases paid out before December, outreach to squatters, and direct lines to the Police Commissioner, etc. gestures that are clearly timed for electoral appeal. The public is right to ask: Why now, and not three or four years ago?
For decades, Guyanese citizens have longed for leadership that serves their interests rather than the privileged few. Both the PPP and APNU have demonstrated patterns of patronage, enriching loyalists while the majority remain trapped in poverty. APNU’s mismanagement of the US$18 million signing bonus is a glaring example of missed opportunity for national upliftment. With the WIN party entering the scene, it is no surprise that both established parties appear nervous. More and more voters are moving beyond racial lines and want to cast ballots based on real issues, policies, and accountability. The government’s reported monthly spending of G$10 million on a U.S. lobbying firm to damage Mr. Mohamed’s image, money that could have built houses for ten poor families every month is nothing short of a misuse of government funds.
Mr. Mohamed does not seek political power for personal gain he has already achieved success and recognition, being classified as a billionaire. What sets him apart is his proven record of charitable service, which has impacted thousands of Guyanese across the country. Through these efforts, he has come face to face with the suffering of many who have been excluded from national development. In restoring dignity and hope to these forgotten citizens, he has earned their respect and support. That support has now transformed into a collective call for him to lead not because he seeks power, but because he has demonstrated the heart and vision so many believe are missing in our politics.
Consider the Ruby squatters. For nearly five years, the PPP government turned a blind eye to their plight. Only last month, conveniently before elections, did housing officials finally step in. But long before that, it was Mr. Mohamed who visited the area, provided aid, and brought national attention to their inhumane living conditions. His commitment is not performative; it is personal, consistent, and genuine.
The Guyanese people now face a pivotal choice: to endorse the same recycled politics that have failed them, or to support a new kind of leadership built on empathy, service, and accountability. Mr. Mohamed’s growing support base is not a fluke; it is the voice of a nation tired of broken promises. While the ruling party scrambles to retain control through smear campaigns, the people are awakening. This election will not be about race or party loyalty it will be about integrity, vision, and the future of Guyana.
Sincerely,
Z. S. Karim
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