MORE than two dozen households in the quiet village of Good Hope Sea Dam have been equipped with solar panel systems, as part of the government’s push to bridge energy gaps in rural communities across Guyana.

Leading the team was Director General of the Ministry of Agriculture, Regional Vice Chairman Humace Oodit, Prime Minister’s Representative Arnold Adams and Mayor Devin Mohan.

They were joined by members of the Progressive Youth Organisation (PYO), including national candidate and teacher Varshanie Dyal.

The distribution comes in direct response to requests made by residents during a previous community outreach. For years, many families in the area have lived without electricity, relying on kerosene lamps and other unsafe or unreliable alternatives.

Residents expressed heartfelt gratitude for the intervention, noting that they had requested this support during a previous community meeting.

“We are thankful for this intervention, and we appreciate the time and care shown by the leaders of the People’s Progressive Party,” one resident said.

Another resident shared her excitement, explaining that the new solar panels would be life changing.

“I am so happy. My children can now study at night because we didn’t have electricity before,” the resident said.

The solar initiative forms part of the government’s broader energy equity and rural development strategy. Under the leadership of President Dr. Irfaan Ali and Vice President, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) administration has repeatedly pledged to expand access to sustainable energy, particularly in underserved regions.

Regional officials noted that the intervention reflects the ongoing commitment to ensure equitable access to essential services across Region Two.

The installation of the panels was followed by a walkabout, during which officials engaged residents, listened to concerns, and outlined further plans for infrastructure and community development.