The Ministry of Public Works has signed an unprecedented 293 infrastructural contracts, injecting $4.2 billion into Region Six’s development and marking a major milestone in the government’s ongoing drive to modernize the region’s infrastructure.
The contracts, signed this week, represent a substantial investment in roads, bridges, and other critical infrastructure across East Berbice-Corentyne. Officials have confirmed that the majority of these projects are aimed at improving connectivity, boosting economic activity, and enhancing the quality of life for residents.
Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, emphasized that these contracts are not only about physical transformation but also about empowering local communities. The massive infrastructural programme has already created approximately 5,000 jobs in the region between November 2024 and March 2025, with hundreds of local contractors engaged in the execution of projects. Each contract has a ripple effect, employing workers directly and supporting a network of truckers, suppliers, and service providers throughout the region.
The Ministry’s approach has been to ensure prompt payment to contractors, with recent efforts resulting in 143 contractors receiving payments as projects near completion. This timely disbursement of funds helps maintain momentum on the ground and ensures that contractors can continue their work without unnecessary delays.
Looking ahead, the Ministry plans to issue an additional 409 road contracts in the coming days, further accelerating the pace of development and injecting more resources into the local economy. These efforts are part of a broader vision for Region Six, which includes new highways, upgraded healthcare facilities, a municipal airport at Rose Hall, and expanded housing schemes.
President Mohamed Irfaan Ali has highlighted the government’s commitment to inclusive development, noting that the transformation of Region Six is designed to benefit all residents, foster economic empowerment, and lay the foundation for sustained growth.
With this latest round of contracts, Region Six is poised for a period of rapid infrastructural advancement, positioning it as a key driver of Guyana’s national development agenda.
