Pomeroon–Supenaam corridor lined up for major infrastructure upgrades in 2026

– “We are building for generations,” says Minister Ramraj, as Govt moves to boost agricultural connectivity

The Government of Guyana has outlined a slate of major infrastructural works for the Pomeroon–Supenaam corridor, aimed at easing congestion, improving road safety and significantly strengthening agricultural and commercial connectivity across Region Two.
Minister within the Ministry of Public Works Madanlall Ramraj said the project forms part of the Administration’s wider push to modernise transport infrastructure in support of economic diversification, food security and inclusive growth, with several critical interventions prioritised for 2026.
At the centre of the plans is the Essequibo Coast Public Road, the primary transportation artery for Region Two, which provides continuous access from Supenaam to Charity. The corridor is the only major land route linking multiple villages and communities, facilitating the daily movement of people, agricultural produce, fishery products, goods and essential services across the region.
“The Essequibo Coast Public Road is essential for connecting agricultural zones, fishing communities and commercial centres with regional and national markets,” Minister Ramraj said. “As traffic volumes increase, upgrading this corridor becomes critical to improving travel efficiency, enhancing safety and strengthening economic integration within Region Two.”
According to the Minister, the existing two-lane roadway is no longer adequate to meet current and future demands. He pointed out that the corridor lacks dedicated pedestrian walkways, bicycle lanes and proper parking facilities, creating unsafe interactions between vehicles, pedestrians and roadside vendors. These challenges have contributed to frequent traffic conflicts and accidents, particularly near schools, markets and densely populated areas.
To address these issues, the Government plans to convert the roadway into a four-lane dual carriageway, complemented by the construction of sidewalks, bus bays and designated parking areas. Clear separation between pedestrian and vehicular traffic will form a key component of the upgrade, alongside improved traffic management measures aimed at reducing congestion and roadside encroachment.
“These improvements are designed not only to increase road capacity but also to significantly improve safety for all users – motorists, pedestrians, cyclists, students and vendors,” Ramraj explained.
Beyond traffic and safety concerns, the Minister emphasised the transformative impact the upgraded corridor will have on agriculture and livelihoods in the Pomeroon and wider Region Two.
By improving the primary land route from Supenaam to Charity, farmers and riverine communities are expected to gain faster, more reliable access to higher-value markets along the Essequibo Coast, Region Four and beyond.
“Reduced travel times, lower transportation costs and improved logistics will directly enhance farm-gate prices, competitiveness and income stability for Pomeroon and Region Two producers,” Ramraj said. He noted that these benefits are especially critical for small farmers and fishers who depend on timely access to markets to minimise spoilage and maximise returns.
The road upgrade, he added, is not an isolated investment but part of an integrated transport strategy. A key complementary intervention is the introduction of the new Government vessel, the MB Konawaruk 1899, which will strengthen river transport between the Pomeroon and Supenaam.
“Together, the modernised roadway and the enhanced river transport system create a seamless road-to-river network,” Ramraj said. “This integration brings hinterland and riverine communities more firmly into the national economy, expands access to commercial centres, and unlocks higher-value market opportunities for farmers, fishers and residents across Region Two.”
Further, taken together with other ongoing and planned projects, the Pomeroon–Supenaam works form part of what the Minister described as a “continuous national spine” of infrastructure development. He noted that improved corridors now stretch from Moleson Creek in Region Six, through central and coastal regions, to Lethem in Region Nine, and extend to Pomeroon in Region Two, strengthening trade links with Brazil and Suriname while binding Guyana’s regions more closely together.
“Infrastructure is not rhetoric. It is results,” Ramraj said. “It is kilometres completed, bridges commissioned, communities upgraded and opportunities unlocked.”
He stressed that the initiatives reflect the long-term vision articulated by President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali, with a focus on sustainable development rather than short-term gains.
“The Government is not building for headlines. We are building for generations,” Ramraj said, adding that future engagements will continue to outline the Administration’s five-year economic agenda and the role infrastructure plays in delivering shared prosperity across Guyana.