GEORGETOWN, Guyana — The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) has delivered a decisive end to a long-standing legal dispute, rejecting businessman Harda Singh’s attempt to overturn a judgment ordering him to pay US$300,000 to his former partner, Ann Narine.
The case stems from a written agreement that Narine claimed was a promissory note guaranteeing payment from Singh. Although the Guyana High Court disagreed with that characterization, it treated the document as a valid contract and ruled in Narine’s favor, awarding her the full amount.
Singh, who was served the lawsuit while residing outside Guyana, failed to appear or defend himself during the proceedings. He later tried to challenge the judgment without formally applying to have it set aside—a procedural misstep that undermined his appeal.
The Full Court and Court of Appeal in Guyana both refused to entertain Singh’s arguments, finding no reason to disturb the lower court’s decision. In its final review, the CCJ echoed those conclusions, calling Singh’s maneuvering an abuse of process. The Court also noted concerns about Singh’s transparency and conduct during the litigation.
With the appeal thrown out, Singh has been ordered to cover Narine’s legal costs—closing the curtain on a case marked by evasion, missed opportunities, and ultimately, legal accountability.
