MINISTER Steven Jacobs, from the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, has announced an extensive plan to implement a “robust” maintenance programme for Guyana’s sports facilities.
The announcement came after a series of inspections at the National Racquet Centre and the National Aquatic Centre, where he assessed their current condition and received updates on ongoing works.
“We are going to have an extensive strategy where we visit all of our sporting facilities to assess their current state, so that we can design a maintenance programme,” the Minister said.
“This is not just a regular maintenance programme; it is a robust maintenance programme, so we can make sure these facilities are accessible for athletes, because that is foremost important.”
The Ministry is committed to increasing access to these venues and making them hubs for training, competition, and community engagement.
Jacobs noted that the improvements are part of a broader effort to strengthen Guyana’s sports infrastructure, support athletes, and encourage more involvement in recreational activities.
A new tennis court will be commissioned at the National Park in the coming weeks. Work is also ongoing at the National Racquet Centre, where a new badminton and table tennis facility is nearing completion.
The squash facility will soon be equipped with air conditioning, while the tennis court will receive improved lighting.
Jacobs emphasised that the ultimate goal is to provide all the resources needed for players to improve their skills, compete at higher levels, and proudly represent Guyana on the international stage.
He reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to serving the people of Guyana by creating safe spaces for healthy recreation.