Last Updated on Sunday, 25 May 2025, 9:43 by Writer
The Alliance For Change (AFC) said long-serving party member and ex-government minister, Valerie Garrido-Lowe died on Sunday.
The party said she died as a result of a heart attack.
“Valerie Garrido-Lowe was not only a stalwart of our party from its earliest days but a fearless advocate for the people of Guyana,” the AFC said.
Her party credited her with serving with distinction as Minister within the Ministry of Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs from 2015 to 2020.
“She worked tirelessly to empower Amerindian communities and protect their rights and livelihoods.
Her passionate voice, unwavering commitment, and sincere compassion earned her the respect and admiration of all who worked alongside her,” the AFC said.
The AFC described her as a “trailblazer” — a woman of courage, integrity, and deep conviction.
Ms Garrido-Lowe dedicated her life to public service and to the cause of building a better Guyana.
“Her contributions to national development and to the growth of the AFC will forever be remembered and cherished,” the party added.
Before joining the AFC, Ms Garrido-Lowe was a member of the now defunct United Force (UF).
She also owned an advertising agency.
