Guyana’s newly implemented electronic road safety enforcement system has already generated 42,000 speeding tickets—one of the country’s most significant leaps in traffic management and public safety to date.
President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali made the announcement on Wednesday evening, noting that the modernised digital platform has revolutionised how traffic violations are detected, processed, and paid, creating a new level of transparency and accountability on the nation’s roads.
Of the 42,000 tickets issued so far, 10,000 have already been paid online through the system’s electronic payment portal—marking a remarkable shift in how citizens engage with traffic penalties.
President Ali described this as a major cultural transformation, with more Guyanese embracing digital compliance rather than relying on in-person processing.
“This is the direction Guyana must go, using technology to deliver better results,” he said. “We are building systems that improve efficiency, save time, and ultimately protect lives.”
Names of Top Offenders to Be Published
As part of the government’s transparency initiative, the administration will begin publishing the names of individuals with the highest number of outstanding traffic violations.
“This is about accountability,” President Ali stressed. “The system will only work if we have compliance. And Guyana must do better.”
A Modernised, Technology-Driven System
Launched on April 7, the digital ticketing system is part of a broader national strategy to modernise policing and strengthen road safety. Key features include:
- Smart police vehicles with licence plate recognition
- Real-time data systems to track violations
- Automatic ticket processing and payment confirmation
- Integrated digital links between police, the courts, and revenue agencies
By reducing manual steps, the system cuts errors, speeds up enforcement, and limits discretionary decision-making.
Aiming to Reduce Fatal Accidents
Speeding remains one of the leading contributors to road fatalities in Guyana. Authorities say the new enforcement system is designed not merely to punish offenders but to curb dangerous driving habits.
“Our goal is simple: fewer accidents, fewer injuries, and more disciplined roads,” President Ali emphasised.
Nationwide Expansion Coming
The President said the system will continue to grow, with more cameras, sensors, smart patrols, and digital checkpoints set to be deployed across the country.
“We have the tools, we have the technology, and now we must build a culture of responsibility,” he concluded.
The government anticipates that compliance rates will continue rising as drivers become more familiar with the platform and as automated enforcement becomes standard across Guyana.
