# Death and memorial of Eusi Kwayana

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/death-and-memorial-of-eusi-kwayana
> Updated: 2026-10-19T17:08:18.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2.

Guyanese political veteran, historian, and Pan-Africanist Eusi Kwayana died on October 10, 2026, at the age of 101 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Kwayana was a significant figure in Guyana’s political history, having co-founded the People’s Progressive Party with Dr. Cheddi Jagan and later co-founding the Working People’s Alliance (WPA) with Dr. Walter Rodney. His career included serving as Minister of Communication and Works in 1953 and as a Member of Parliament in Guyana’s National Assembly starting in 1985.

Following his death, memorial services and observances, including ‘Nine Night’ traditions, commenced in both Atlanta and Guyana. A dedicated legacy website was scheduled for launch on October 20 to honor his contributions to social justice and Afro-Guyanese cultural consciousness.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-19: Eusi Kwayana memorial services begin in Atlanta and Guyana

Memorial services and ‘Nine Night’ observances have commenced for Guyanese political icon and WPA co-founder Eusi Kwayana, who passed away at age 101.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eusi-kwayana-memorial-services-begin-in-atlanta-and-guyana

### 2026-10-10: Eusi Kwayana, Guyanese political veteran and WPA co-founder, dies at 101

Veteran Guyanese political leader and WPA co-founder Eusi Kwayana has died at age 101, leaving a legacy of Pan-African activism and anti-colonial struggle.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eusi-kwayana-guyanese-independence-pioneer-dies-at-101

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