Paris, Aug 28, 2025 (AFP) - Five things to know about Guyana

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2025-08-28

Here are five key facts about the English-speaking South American country Guyana, where legislative elections will be held on September 1. A former Dutch and British colony, Guyana is the only English-speaking country in South America and a member of the British Commonwealth. Initially occupied by the Netherlands, the country, which is about the size of Kansas, was ceded to Britain in the 19th century. After the abolition of slavery, the Briti......

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