Voters in Berbice credit PPP/C with transformation after landslide win

The People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) won Region Six in Guyana’s general and regional elections, securing 41,320 votes against 12,623 for its nearest rival, We Invest in Nationhood, the elections commission said on Wednesday.

According to the official return, 60,974 valid ballots were cast across the district, with overall turnout reaching 61,624.

Residents reacted with relief and optimism after Monday’s smooth electoral process. Many said the outcome was expected, citing what they described as visible progress over the past five years.

“I am so happy the PPP/C is back in power. We look forward to more roads, schools, and hospitals being built. I also want to see continued support for the poor people, for them to be heard,” said Nicola Sharper, a resident of East Canje.

Junior Bassant, a school welfare officer, called the victory “well-deserved.”

“We have seen tremendous progress—from schools and hospitals to the introduction of free university. The election was smooth, free, and fair. The next five years will only bring greater development,” he said.

Ordinance Fort Lands NDC Chairman Ramsundar Phagwah also welcomed the result.

“We’ve seen the declaration that in Region Six the People’s Progressive Party had majority of votes in this region, and it’s something that I’ve expected and I’m very happy. We’ve seen the development in Palmyra we are having a stadium there, you see right over Canje Bridge there a brand new hospital is coming up there, synthetic trap, all these things are going to be great improvement,” he said.

Region Six now looks ahead to the next five years. While many residents voiced optimism about further development, others said they will be watching closely to see how promises are fulfilled, stressing the need to build stronger communities and ensure benefits reach all citizens.