Historical leaders of Guyana and other associated countries

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The following list shows all historical leaders of Guyana starting with the most recent. The definition of leader differs across countries, usually referring to a head of state or head of government. This list shows the person who is publicly recognized as the leader, i.e., the person representing the country internationally and being in charge of running the day-to-day domestic political agenda.

In case the country has seen one or multiple political transformations over time, former governance structures are also listed below.

Leaders of Guyana

Guyana

Irfaan Ali

President

Since Aug 2nd, 2020

Guyana

David Granger

President

May 16th, 2015 to Aug 2nd, 2020

Guyana

Donald Ramotar

President

Dec 3rd, 2011 to May 16th, 2015

Guyana

Bharrat Jagdeo

President

Aug 11th, 1999 to Dec 3rd, 2011

Guyana

Janet Jagan

President

Dec 19th, 1997 to Aug 11th, 1999

Guyana

Sam Hinds

President

Mar 6th, 1997 to Dec 19th, 1997

Guyana

Cheddi Jagan

President

Oct 9th, 1992 to Mar 6th, 1997

Guyana

Desmond Hoyte

President

Aug 6th, 1985 to Oct 9th, 1992

Guyana

Forbes Burnham

President

Oct 6th, 1980 to Aug 6th, 1985

Guyana

Arthur Chung

President

Mar 17th, 1970 to Oct 6th, 1980

Guyana

Sir Edward Luckhoo

Governor-General

Nov 10th, 1969 to Feb 23rd, 1970

Guyana

Sir David Rose

Governor-General

Dec 16th, 1966 to Nov 10th, 1969

Guyana

Sir Richard Luyt

Governor-General

May 26th, 1966 to Dec 16th, 1966