By Delicia Janneire, January 17, 2025
The Government of Guyana has allocated a substantial $209.1 billion in the 2025 budget for the construction and rehabilitation of roads and bridges across the country.
This funding will support several major infrastructure projects, including the long-awaited Corentyne River bridge linking Guyana and Suriname.
Minister of Finance, Dr. Ashni Singh, revealed that $5 billion has been earmarked to begin construction on the new bridge once discussions with Surinamese counterparts are concluded.
Another $15.5 billion has been allocated for the Palmyra to Moleson Creek road project.
Additionally, $5 billion has been set aside for the commencement of the new Berbice River Bridge, a key infrastructure development for the region.
Other critical projects include $17.5 billion for the Railway Embankment Road expansion from Sherriff Street to Orange Nassau, and a continuation towards the Mahaica River Bridge.
Furthermore, $3.9 billion is designated for the completion of the Good Success to Timehri road on the East Bank of Demerara.
These significant investments in infrastructure are expected to boost connectivity and support the country’s ongoing development efforts.