Latest update March 26th, 2026 7:55 AM
Maths and English now a must for junior police ranks
(Kaieteur News) – In a significant development for the Guyana Police Force, President Irfaan Ali announced Tuesday, that all individuals applying for positions within the force will now be required to have passes in both Mathematics and English before entry.
This requirement will also apply to current members of the force, who will be expected to complete the necessary courses to obtain passes in these two core subjects.
The announcement was made during the Guyana Police Force’s traditional Christmas breakfast event, where President Ali emphasised the importance of these subjects for all ranks. He called on higher authorities within the force to prioritise enrolling junior ranks into the new Guyana Digital School (GDS) to facilitate this goal.
Members of the Guyana Police Force.
“All junior ranks, starting with constables and throughout the ranks under command, now have access to the Guyana Digital School, which is available 24/7,” President Ali stated. “We must work over the next three years to ensure that every single member of our force obtains passes in Mathematics and English within their first year. Take it upon yourself to get them registered on the Guyana Digital School before the end of this year. And don’t have them focus on 8 subjects or 9 subjects. Let them first focus on mathematics and English.”
The president further added, “Take that as your challenge and let us have a police force in which every single rank and officer can say, and we can say it proudly, they all have passes in mathematics and English.”
He emphasised that such an achievement would be a cause for celebration, pointing out that the government has made significant investments in the force to ensure this success. “There are very few countries that can speak about all of these opportunities we’re given. (20:53) We want you not to look at them only as opportunity, but look at them as an investment in making your life a journey of fulfilment,” President Ali said.
In addition to the focus on basic education, President Ali encouraged other ranks to pursue higher education opportunities. He specifically urged officers to consider pursuing a master’s degree or advanced qualifications before retiring. “I ask you as leaders to take advantage of the opportunities we are offering. Consider pursuing a master’s in logistics planning or another field so that when you retire, many opportunities are before you,” he advised. “Retirement at 55 is not the end of your career. Fifty-five is an accumulation of spotless service and qualification that graduates you into better form and greater opportunities.”
On December 5, President Ali officially launched the Guyana Digital School (GDS), which is designed to serve as a hub for digital learning. The initiative aims to bridge the education gap between the coastal and hinterland regions of the country, providing digital content of high quality and empowering students with skills that meet global standards. The GDS will also cater to adult learners, out-of-school youth, and lifelong learners, offering alternative pathways to education for those who may have difficulty accessing traditional schooling.
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