A total of 98 contracts were awarded to small contractors to clear overgrown vegetation in the Le Repentir Cemetery, Georgetown, the Ministry of Public Works has disclosed.
The works, totalling approximately $350 million, are expected to be completed in four to six weeks.
The project forms part of the Government of Guyana’s beautification and enhancement plans that are already in motion for cemeteries across Guyana.
The rehabilitation of the Le Repentir Cemetery was a major concern raised during the 12th Parliament. Public Works Minister Juan Edghill had outlined a number of interventions which are now unfolding.
Since then, the main access roads and other internal roads in the cemetery have been completed, along with the installation of fencing.
To date, the land clearing aspect of the restoration project is ongoing, along with drainage works being done along the perimeter of the cemetery.
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