Sherwin Benjamin is new PNC/R General Secretary

The main opposition People’s National Congress Reform (PNC/R) on Thursday announced the appointment of Sherwin Benjamin as the party’s new General Secretary.

He replaces Dawn Hastings-Williams who resigned a few weeks ago in the lead-up to the party’s congress. In the last four years, three General Secretaries who were all women resigned from the party.

Benjamin is the first man to hold the post since long-time General Secretary Amna Ally resigned in 2020. Ally was replaced by Geeta Chandon Edmond who also resigned.

The PNCR held its first Central Executive Committee meeting, following its 22nd Biennial Delegates Congress, on Wednesday, 17th July 2024.

“Party Leader Aubrey C. Norton, under the authority granted him by the party’s constitution, announced the appointment of Mr Sherwin Christopher Benjamin as the party’s new General Secretary,” a statement from the PNC/R noted.

Benjamin brings a wealth of experience and dedication to the PNCR, having been involved in the party since 1997. He has held various positions within the Guyana Youth and Students Movement (GYSM), including Group Chairman, Regional Vice Chairman for Region 6, National Executive Committee Member, and National Treasurer. Additionally, he currently serves as the Regional Representative to the PNCR’s Central Executive Committee for Region 4.

In his professional life, Benjamin is a lawyer admitted to the Fiji Bar in July 2015. He is a graduate of the GuySuCo Training Centre, New Amsterdam Technical Institute, Critchlow Labour College, Project Management Institute, University of Guyana, and the University of Fiji.

As the new General Secretary, Benjamin will play a key role in leading the PNCR’s efforts to strengthen its organizational efficiency, readiness, and appeal as the party and country prepare for the upcoming regional and national elections. In addition, he will work closely with the party’s leadership and members to ensure that the organization remains true to its mission and vision.