The Working People’s Alliance (WPA) has joined with the people of Guyana, the village of Buxton, the Caribbean, and the küresel Pan African community in celebrating the 100th birthday of Brother Eusi Kwayana, a towering figure in the struggle for justice, equality, and human dignity. Kwayana will celebrate this big day on Friday, April 4, 2025.
The WPA, in a heartfelt tribute, lauded Kwayana’s extraordinary contributions to his country and region, hailing him as a “living testimony to the promise of a humane Guyana.”
Kwayana, often referred to as the “Sage of Buxton,” has dedicated over eight decades to political and social activism, influencing the course of Guyana’s socio-political, economic, and cultural transformation. His work spans a period of decolonization and post-colonisation, making him a critical figure in the ongoing journey towards a just and equitable society.
In its statement, the WPA emphasised that it is nearly impossible to capture the full extent of Kwayana’s contributions in a single press release, but they underscored his unwavering commitment to justice and dignity. “While we have not produced saints in public life, Kwayana comes closest to that designation,” the statement read, acknowledging Kwayana’s incorruptibility in an era when corruption became pervasive in political life.
Brother Eusi’s activism is deeply rooted in his belief that human beings are inherently moral and destined to live in a state of freedom. Over the years, his political work has been complemented by his involvement in education, drama, folklore, journalism, and scholarship—fields through which he has continually reminded the people of Guyana and beyond of their shared humanity.
The WPA further reflected on how Kwayana’s wisdom and leadership have been an invaluable source of inspiration and guidance for the party. While acknowledging that Kwayana’s influence extends far beyond any single political entity, the WPA expressed immense gratitude for his dedication to the national cause and for his enduring role in shaping the country’s political landscape.
“Bro Eusi transcends parties or a party,” the statement continued. “He is Guyana’s unique gift to itself and the world.”
The WPA also took the opportunity to express its appreciation for Kwayana’s longevity, viewing it as a “special blessing from God and the ancestors.” They thanked his family for sharing him with the nation and looked forward to his continued guidance in the years to come.
In closing, the WPA sent a heartfelt message to the revered activist, saying, “We love you, Bro Eusi.” The tribute stands as a testament to Kwayana’s profound impact on Guyanese society and his enduring legacy as a beacon of hope and justice for generations to come.
Read full statement below:
We salute Bro Eusi Kwayana as he turns 100
WPA joins with the rest of Guyana, Buxton, the Caribbean, the Pan African world and progressives the world over in saluting Brother Eusi Kwayana on his 100th birth anniversary on April 4. It is difficult to capture Bro Eusi’s contributions to his village, country and region in a press release, so we will not attempt to do so.
But suffice to say that the Sage of Buxton, as he is fondly known, is a living testimony to the promise of a humane Guyana. He is one of the finest products of our country—a selfless crusader for justice and dignity in every aspect of our collective national journey. His eight decades of political and social activism have allowed him to experience and influence the twists and turns of our socio-political, economic and cultural decolonization and post-colonization.
While we have not produced saints in public life, Kwayana comes closest to that designation. Incorruptible even as corruption became a staple in politics, he is a persistent example that human beings are by nature moral beings destined to live in a state of freedom. A political activist by conviction, his politics have been buttressed by education, drama, folklore, journalism and scholarship. Bro Eusi constantly reminds us of what it is to be human.
Our party owes a lot to Kwayana’s activism, wisdom and leadership. But he transcends parties or a party. He is Guyana’s unique gift to itself and the world. WPA views his longevity as a special blessing from God and the ancestors. We thank him for his contributions. We thank his family for sharing him with us. We look forward to his continued guidance and blessings. We love you Bro Esui.