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Guyana Independence Day is observed on May 26. The public holiday commemorates Guyana’s independence from the British on May 26, 1966. The celebrations feature traditional food, arts, and a music festival, featuring fashion shows, music, food, dance, and other cultural activities.
On this historic day in 1966, a new nation, Guyana, the only English speaking one on the South American continent, achieved national sovereignty to become the 24th member of the then British Commonwealth of Nations, thus bringing to an end several decades of British colonial rule.
Guyana - Independence, Ethnicity, Politics: To answer the PNC allegation that the existing electoral system unduly favoured the Indo-Guyanese community, the British government introduced for the elections of December 1964 a new system of proportional representation.
The Dutch were the first Europeans to settle modern-day Guyana. The Netherlands had obtained independence from Spain in the late 16th century and by the early 17th century had emerged as a major commercial power, trading with the fledgling English and French colonies in the Lesser Antilles.
President Chung took the salute at the march past and parade for Independence Day in 1980. Thousands turned out in their numbers, swaying and shaking down the city street to sweet steelband music as the nation celebrated its first independence anniversary at the National Park
Guyana’s Independence: A legacy of fortitude. May 25, 2024. As Guyana prepares to commemorate 58 years of independence, a pivotal moment deeply ingrained in its storied past, the nation reverberates with the fervour of self-determination.
Join us on a compelling journey through history as we commemorate Guyana Independence Day, celebrated annually on May 26th. Delve into the rich tapestry of Guyanese heritage and explore the...
The history of Guyana is one of colonial rule, the struggle for independence, and the development of a unique cultural identity. This fascinating South American nation was once a Dutch colony, then a British territory, and finally gained independence in 1966.
As Guyana commemorates 58 years of independence, a pivotal moment deeply ingrained in its storied past, the nation reverberates with the fervour of self-determination. Today, it stands proudly, charting its course towards prosperity with full autonomy, embracing an inclusive and equitable future.
As Guyana marks its 58th Independence Day on May 26, 2024, citizens reflect not only on its journey since gaining freedom from British rule in 1966 but also on the significant contributions of its Indigenous peoples to the cultural and political landscape.