18 riverain, remote communities in Reg. 10 get high-speed internet access
The Office of the Prime Minister (PM) through the National Data Management Authority (NDMA), has achieved 100 per cent Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity for all 18 riverain and remote communities in Region 10 (Upper Demerara-Upper Berbice) under the Government’s WiFiGY programme.
Approximately 7,900 residents in these communities now benefit from free high-speed internet access in public spaces, facilitating access to education, e-services, communication and economic opportunities.
The final two communities—Kaitapin and Parapi, both located along the Upper Berbice River—were brought online over the weekend, completing full coverage of Region 10’s riverain and remote areas under the initiative.
PM Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips, described the achievement as a reflection of the Government’s ongoing commitment to equitable development in Region 10.
“This progress is a clear testament to the Government’s unwavering commitment to national digital inclusion and the transformative power of technology in improving lives across all communities—Region 10’s riverain and remote areas are no exception. The Government has made substantial investments in the holistic development of Region 10, spanning education, infrastructure, and social advancement.”
“We will continue to make sustainable and impactful investments to ensure that the people of this region are fully equipped to participate in and benefit from Guyana’s continued growth and development,” the PM stated.
The NDMA is expected to complete connectivity in the remaining 15 Hinterland, Remote and Riverain (HRR) villages nationwide by the end of September 2025.
The WiFiGY Programme is part of the Guyana Government’s push to bridge the digital divide between the hinterland and coastland, ensuring equitable access to technology for every citizen across the country.
Last week, it was reported that out of the 253 recognised HRR communities in Guyana, more than 230 of them have been connected to high-speed internet in just one year since the rollout of the WiFiGY Programme.
