Guyana to Observe Three Days of National Mourning for Dead MV Barima Passengers, Crew

Death toll from Guyana ferry disaster reaches 41, 3-day national mourning declared

Prime Minister Mark Phillips confirms search area expanded to 400 square miles as rescue vessels scour Waini Point

Guyana – Three Days Of Mourning Declared by President Ali for Victims Of The Capsized Ferry

Guyana has entered a period of national mourning after President Dr. Irfaan Ali declared three days of mourning to honor the victims of the MV Barima ferry disaster, one of the deadliest maritime tragedies in the country’s history. In a national address, President Ali said the nation was united in grief as families continued to mourn loved ones lost in the sinking of the ferry, which capsized while traveling from Georgetown to Port Kaituma. He a…

President Ali continues direct support to persons affected by MV Barima tragedy

PRESIDENT Dr. Irfaan Ali continues to lead the national response to the MV Barima tragedy, remaining on the ground with affected families and ensuring that every available resource is being deployed to locate those still missing and recover the victims of the disaster. The President, having heard of the tragedy, ventured to the Charity waterfront, […]

MV Barima tragedy - 3 days of national mourning declared

President Dr Irfaan Ali has proclaimed Wednesday (today), July 22, through Friday, July 24, 2026, as three days of national mourning in honour of the victims of the MV Barima tragedy, as the death toll from the maritime disaster has climbed to 53 with 50 still missing. During the period of mourning, the National Flag will be flown at half-mast on Government buildings and other appropriate locations across the country. Today, Wednesday, July 22, …

Guyana Declares Three Days Of Mourning After MV Barima Tragedy

Guyana has declared three days of national mourning as search and rescue efforts continue following the capsizing of the MV Barima off the country's coast, with dozens of passengers still missing. In an update on Tuesday, Guyana's Prime Minister, Retired Brigadier Mark Phillips, provided an update on rescue and recovery efforts since the 80-year-old passenger

Guyana declares 3 days of mourning for M.V. Barima tragedy victims

Statement from the Ministry of Home Affairs: “His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, President of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana, has proclaimed Wednesday, July 22, through Friday, July 24, 2026 as Three Days of National Mourning in honour of the victims of the M.V. Barima tragedy. During this period, the National Flag shall be flown […]