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Guyana Delegation Defends Human Rights Record at IPU Assembly in Tanzania

Guyana’s delegation is presenting its human-rights, democracy and gender-equality record at the IPU Assembly in Tanzania. Its claims of progress face domestic scrutiny over accountability and press-freedom concerns.

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Updated Oct 11, 2026

Guyana’s delegation, led by Speaker Manzoor Nadir, is attending the 153rd IPU Assembly in Arusha, Tanzania.
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Ministers highlighted gender-equality initiatives and said Guyana is acting on 146 recommendations from its 2025 Universal Periodic Review.
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Questions persist over a promised inquiry into alleged extrajudicial killings and concerns about press freedom and pressure on media.
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Oct 10, 2026

Guyana Preaches Human Rights Abroad as Accountability Questions Persist at Home

Guyana told the Inter-Parliamentary Union it remains committed to human rights, democracy and the rule of law, with Minister Kwame McCoy pointing to constitutional institutions and support for most UPR recommendations. But the message drew scrutiny at home over no progress on a promised inquiry into alleged extrajudicial killings, as well as concerns about press freedom and government pressure on media.

Oct 10, 2026

Guyana reaffirms human rights, democracy commitment at IPU Assembly

Guyana told the Inter-Parliamentary Union in Tanzania that it is strengthening human rights, democratic institutions and the rule of law, while expanding access to justice, accountability and social inclusion. Minister Kwame McCoy said the country is acting on 146 recommendations from its 2025 Universal Periodic Review and is bolstering bodies such as the Elections Commission, judiciary and Audit Office.

Oct 9, 2026

Minister Persaud outlines Guyana’s progress on gender equality at IPU Assembly

At the IPU Assembly in Tanzania, Guyana’s Human Services Minister Dr. Vindhya Persaud said the government is tying gender equality to practical gains for women, including safety, jobs, land, housing and business opportunities. She highlighted support for survivors of gender-based violence, training and financing for women entrepreneurs, and new care-economy and housing initiatives, while noting planned legal reforms on harassment and sexual offences.

Oct 8, 2026

Guyana joins global parliamentary talks in Tanzania

A Guyanese parliamentary delegation led by Speaker Manzoor Nadir is attending the 153rd Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly in Arusha, Tanzania, where lawmakers will debate good governance and consider a resolution on the rights and empowerment of persons with disabilities. The meetings also give Guyana a regional platform on democracy, social development and parliamentary cooperation.

Guyana Delegation Defends Human Rights Record at IPU Assembly in Tanzania

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