These results indicate that the incumbent A Partnership for National Unity-Alliance for Change (APNU-AFC) coalition has narrowly won re-election, returning David Granger as president for another term. However, opposition parties have contested the results, with the international community also voicing concerns about the conduct and outcome of the elections.
The contested election count is likely to lead to an overhaul of GECOM staffing and procedures once the current dispute is settled.
Companies are set to hold off new investments in Guyana until the incoming government and policy stance are confirmed.
The fraud allegations will also focus attention on May elections in neighbouring Suriname, whose ruling party is also seeking re-election.
Control over expected windfall oil revenues will make this election result especially hotly contested.
