Fiti Makandra

Fiti Makandra is a prominent organization representing the interests of Indigenous and Tribal Grand Chiefs in Suriname, focusing on the rights and needs of their communities. As the chairperson of the Association of Indigenous Village Chiefs in Suriname (VIDS) and the Federation of Paraplantages (FPP), Makandra plays a crucial role in advocating for political participation and the well-being of Indigenous peoples. Recently, he has been in the news for urging all Surinamese citizens, particularly those from Indigenous and tribal backgrounds, to actively participate in the upcoming elections, emphasizing the importance of voting as a means to secure a better future for their communities.