Guyana election two main parties declare victory as tensions rise

You're referring to the recent presidential election in Guyana!

Yes, the two main parties in Guyana, the People's Progressive Party (PPP) and the Alliance For Change (AFC), have both declared victory in the March 2, 2020, general election. The election was marked by tensions and controversy, with both sides claiming victory and accusing each other of fraud.

The PPP, led by Irfaan Ali, has been in power since 1992, while the AFC, led by Khemraj Ramjattan, has been a key opposition party. The election was seen as a crucial test of democracy in Guyana, a small country on the northern coast of South America.

The election was marred by allegations of irregularities and fraud, with both sides accusing each other of trying to steal the election. The PPP claimed that the AFC was trying to rig the election, while the AFC accused the PPP of trying to suppress the vote.

The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has been tasked with counting the votes and declaring a winner. However, the process has been slow and contentious, with both sides disputing the results.

The international community, including the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), has called for calm and urged both sides to respect the democratic process.

The situation remains tense, with both sides refusing to concede defeat. The PPP has called for international observers to be brought in to verify the results, while the AFC has accused the PPP of trying to intimidate voters and undermine the democratic process.

The outcome of the election is still uncertain, and it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold.