The Guyana Traffic Chief, Mahendra Singh, reported that a total of 124 fatal road accidents resulting in 137 deaths were recorded in 2025, indicating a slight increase compared to the previous year. In 2024, there were 117 fatal accidents leading to 132 deaths.
Speaking with the News Room on Friday, Singh highlighted that while the rise in numbers may seem minimal, it still poses a significant concern. “Even though the increase is small, it is still an increase, because one death or one fatal accident is one too many,” he emphasized.
According to Singh, speeding and driver inattentiveness remain the leading causes of these fatal accidents. He explained that many drivers lose control of their vehicles due to excessive speed, particularly in unfamiliar areas. “As a result of speeding, drivers often lose control and collide with multiple vehicles, or their vehicles turn turtle, leading to the deaths of themselves or other road users,” he stated.
Recognizing the persistent trend of speeding, authorities are currently rolling out the Safe Road Intelligence System, which includes speed cameras, nationwide.
Singh affirmed that law enforcement agencies will continue their traffic enforcement efforts and road safety education initiatives. However, he stressed that meaningful change ultimately hinges on the drivers themselves.
“At the end of the day, personal responsibility will determine the level of discipline with which the road is used, along with voluntary compliance by drivers,” Singh asserted. He warned that without greater discipline and acknowledgment of responsibility by motorists, there will be minimal change in attitudes or behaviors on the country’s roads.
“If there isn’t compliance and a greater level of discipline in how the roads are used, then there would be no real change,” Singh cautioned.
