Round Table Suriname

For 70 years, this Association, made up of one club has survived and thrived in the most remote corner of Round Table. This alone is a testament to the great Tabling spirit of these brothers in Paramaribo.

The Table was formed on 14 July 1955 by Dutch Tablers. The country was known as Dutch Guiana; thus, Round Table Dutch Guiana was established. Following the country’s independence, the association was renamed to reflect the new name of the state—Round Table Suriname. 

The close connection between RT Suriname and RT The Netherlands remains to this day, especially reinforced by direct airline connections, a common language, and the presence of Dutch Tables in the Caribbean. 

While it has no current interest in growing much larger itself, RT Suriname is seen as the backbone of potential growth in South America and in the Caribbean+ region.

The Association

The Association has always consisted of one Table, located in Paramaribo. 

The Chairman and IRO of the club, are recognized as the National President and National IRO for RTSU.

National Impact

Recurring National Events

BUBU Parties — Named after a drink.

(information about the party here)

The name is derived from the Sranan Tongo word for “Ghost” — bubu. The first lady to drink this cocktail reported said that it was so strong, it made her see ghosts.

International

Past International Events

Regional Meetings

• • NEARTM 2025 Paramaribo, Suriname
  • EMATM 2009 Paramaribo, Suriname

International Extension

RT Suriname has spread the Round Table spirit to several countries, including;

• • 2024 — Founder of Round Table Guyana
  • 2016 — Founder of Round Table Trinidad and Tobago

Rondel

The RTSU rondel features the same king as one finds in the RTNL rondel, showing the organization’s heritage.

In the middle charge, it features petals of the Faja Lobi, the national flower of Suriname! Faya Lobi literally means Passionate Love.