MINISTER within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Susan Rodrigues, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring equitable access to clean, potable water for all Guyanese, with a focus on achieving full coverage in the hinterland by 2025.
Speaking during a recent outreach in Block 42, Linden-Region 10, Minister Rodrigues highlighted significant advancements under the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) government.

Currently, 94 percent of the hinterland regions have access to clean and safe water, a remarkable increase from just 45 percent in 2020 when the PPP/C took office. Minister Rodrigues noted that the government’s efforts are aligned with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6, which aims to provide universal access to clean water and sanitation by 2030.

“In Guyana, the government has stipulated that by 2025, we should have 100 percent access to water in the hinterland regions,” Rodrigues stated. “By next year, we will achieve 100 percent access, ensuring that no one is left behind.”

TRANSFORMING HINTERLAND WATER ACCESS
Since August 2020, the government has invested $700 million to provide clean and safe water for over 27,700 residents of Linden and its surrounding areas. Recent projects include the construction of a $40 million well at Bamia, bringing potable water to 200 homes for the first time, and the installation of a new well in Amelia’s Ward to support the region’s expanding housing developments.

In Rockstone, residents now enjoy consistent access to drinkable water following the installation of a new well. Additionally, water treatment plants have been rehabilitated and expanded to enhance distribution networks and improve the delivery of clean water.
Highlighting the government’s innovative approaches, Minister Rodrigues announced a $100 million project underway in West Watooka to provide access to water for over 5,000 residents. Due to unique geographical challenges, the project will filter surface water from a local creek, transforming it into a reliable water source for the community.

“We had to get creative at West Watooka,” Rodrigues explained. “We are using the same creek that residents rely on, filtering the water to ensure it is safe and accessible for everyone.”

NATIONWIDE COMMITMENT
Minister Rodrigues emphasised that every region in Guyana will benefit from these initiatives as part of the government’s broader agenda to uplift hinterland communities and ensure equal access to resources.
“The PPP/C government has always prioritised the needs of Guyana’s indigenous and hinterland communities,” she said. “These investments reflect our dedication to improving the quality of life for all Guyanese.”
With these advancements, the government remains confident in its ability to deliver on its promises, setting an example for sustainable development and equitable access to vital resources.