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In keeping with its commitment to national development and equitable access to housing, the Government of Guyana has made significant strides in delivering affordable housing to citizens in Region 9 (Upper Takutu–Upper Essequibo), particularly in Lethem. Since 2020, hundreds of house lots have been allocated to residents, offering families the opportunity to own land and begin building their futures. This initiative forms part of the government’s broader housing drive, which aims to distribute 50,000 house lots countrywide by the year 2025.
The Ministry of Housing and Water, through the Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA), has been instrumental in implementing this programme in Lethem. Over 400 house lots have already been distributed in the township, and infrastructural works—such as road construction, drainage, and access to potable water—are currently in progress to support sustainable development in these new housing areas.
These developments are not merely about land distribution; they represent long-term investments in human dignity, social equity, and regional empowerment. Beneficiaries in Lethem, many of whom include young professionals, single parents, and low-income families, are being given a tangible stake in the national economy and a foundation upon which to build intergenerational security.
In parallel with lot distribution, the Ministry has also launched support mechanisms such as the Home Improvement Subsidy and collaborations with financial institutions to improve access to low-interest mortgages. These efforts ensure that housing development is not just about ownership but about affordability, quality, and permanence.
Moreover, the housing initiative in Lethem aligns with the government’s broader hinterland development policy, which focuses on decentralizing growth, creating employment, and reducing the rural-urban divide. As the Vice President noted during a recent outreach in the region, “We are building a Guyana where every citizen, no matter where they live, can have access to the same opportunities and services.”
The success in Lethem is a model of inclusive governance and demonstrates how strategic policy implementation can translate promises into progress. With land, infrastructure, and support systems in place, residents of Region 9 are not just receiving plots—they are gaining the tools to build lasting homes and better lives.
This is what real progress looks like.
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