The Government has been ordered to pay the outstanding subvention to the International Decade for People of African Descent (IDPADA-G) for the year 2022.

The ruling was handed down by Acting Chancellor of the Judiciary, Justice Roxanne George, who has been overlooking the matter since her previous position as Acting Chief Justice.

In a statement, IDPADA-G said the Court ruled that the Government acted improperly in abruptly terminating funding to the organization and has ordered it be paid subvention due for the remaining months of 2022.

In delivering her decision, Acting Chancellor George acknowledged the considerable delay in the issuance of the judgment and offered an apology to the parties.

According to the organization, the ruling brings closure to a matter that has been of significant concern.

The organization had told the Court that the outstanding monies were for payments to its service providers.

The organization said it remains steadfast in its mission to advance the objectives of the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent and to promote the social, cultural, economic, and developmental interests of people of African descent in Guyana.

Despite significant challenges, IDPADA-G said it remains committed to constructive engagement in the national interest.

“We therefore look forward to the government honouring and expeditiously implementing the court’s ruling, thereby enabling IDPADA-G to fulfil its outstanding commitments and bring relief to the individuals and communities that have borne significant hardship as a consequence of the discontinuation of the subvention,” IDPADA-G said in its statement.

IDAPDA-G also hailed its legal team and other supporters who offered their support during the court case.

“As Guyana continues its journey toward greater inclusion, equity, and national development, IDPADA-G hopes that this matter serves as a reminder of the importance of respecting democratic institutions, safeguarding civil society, and ensuring that all citizens and organizations are treated fairly under the law,” it noted.

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