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Region Six (East Berbice–Corentyne) has emerged as a leader in Guyana’s national employment strategy, recording the creation of over 20,000 infrastructure-related jobs since 2020. This achievement is a key contributor to the government’s broader initiative to generate 50,000 new jobs nationwide, underscoring the region’s growing role in economic development and inclusive growth.
This progress is largely attributed to the government’s Public Sector Investment Programme (PSIP), which has catalyzed significant public works across the region. In 2024 alone, 612 contracts were awarded for infrastructure projects, including road construction, sea and river defence systems, drainage and irrigation upgrades, and bridge rehabilitation. These projects have provided substantial employment opportunities for both skilled and unskilled workers throughout the region (Department of Public Information [DPI], 2024).
The Minister of Public Works, has emphasized that the government’s focus goes beyond job statistics. “We are committed to lifting people out of poverty by building the infrastructure that supports long-term economic activity,” he stated during a regional press conference in April 2024. He further highlighted that these investments are laying the groundwork for future prosperity while generating immediate employment (Guyana Chronicle, April 2024).
The economic impact is particularly visible in subregions such as New Amsterdam, Canje, and Upper Corentyne, where major development projects are underway. These initiatives are improving rural connectivity, agricultural access, and flood resilience—demonstrating the dual social and economic value of infrastructure investment.
Additionally, Region Six has prioritized the use of local contractors and small to medium enterprises (SMEs), ensuring that economic benefits are retained within the community. According to the Regional Democratic Council of Region Six, this localized approach has expanded the regional economy by supporting secondary industries including construction supply, transportation, and hospitality (Stabroek News, May 2024).
As Guyana moves closer to its national target of 50,000 new jobs, Region Six serves as a clear example of what can be achieved through well-planned, people-centered development. With its focus on employment, empowerment, and infrastructure resilience, the region is not just creating jobs—it is fostering a foundation for long-term socioeconomic transformation.
This is what real progress looks like. Not just creating jobs—but also building lives.”
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