Literature and Arts:
* Wilson Harris: Renowned novelist, poet, and philosopher, known for his unique blend of realism and magical realism in works like "The Palace of the Peacock."
* Jan Carew: Prolific writer and activist, known for his novels like "Black Midas" and "The Wild Coast."
* Martin Carter: Influential poet and activist, considered a pivotal figure in Guyanese literature, known for his powerful works like "The Hilltop."
* David Dabydeen: Award-winning poet and novelist, known for his works like "Disappearance" and "Turner."
* Ruel Johnson: Acclaimed author, poet, and playwright, known for his works like "The Black Powder" and "The White Cemetery."
Politics and Activism:
* Cheddi Jagan: First president of Guyana, a prominent socialist leader, and a driving force behind independence.
* Forbes Burnham: Guyana's second president, known for his socialist policies and the establishment of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana.
* Linden Forbes Sampson Burnham: Lawyer, politician, and the first Prime Minister of Guyana.
* Janet Jagan: Politician and activist, served as Prime Minister and President of Guyana.
* Eusi Kwayana: Political activist, writer, and advocate for social justice, known for his contributions to the struggle for independence.
Sports:
* Rohan Kanhai: Legendary cricketer, known for his brilliant batting and innovative style, considered one of the greatest batsmen of his generation.
* Clive Lloyd: Former captain of the West Indies cricket team, considered one of the most successful captains in the history of the sport.
* Alvin Kallicharran: Distinguished cricketer, known for his elegant batting style and his record-breaking innings.
* Ramnaresh Sarwan: Talented batsman, known for his elegant strokeplay and his consistency in international cricket.
* Shivnarine Chanderpaul: Prolific batsman, known for his defensive technique and his ability to bat for long periods.
Music:
* Eddy Grant: Award-winning singer, songwriter, and musician, known for his hit songs like "Electric Avenue" and "Gimme Hope Jo'anna."
* Dave Martins: Legendary musician and songwriter, known for his iconic calypso songs like "Dancing in the Streets" and "The Yellow Bird."
* Michael "Mikey" Singh: Reggae singer, known for his energetic performances and his popular songs like "Caribbean Man" and "Dancehall Queen."
This list is not exhaustive and there are many other notable figures from Guyana. It's important to note that this representation reflects the diverse contributions of Guyanese individuals across various fields and the country's rich history.