Tiperu Village benefits from improved access to potable water

…As Rukumuta residents receive access to potable water with $30M project

Tiperu Village in the South Pakaraimas, Region Nine, is now benefiting from significantly improved access to potable water, following the commissioning of a new water supply system by the Housing and Water minister, Collin Croal, on Thursday.

Tiperu is the oldest village in the Karasabai sub-district, and is home to approximately 350 residents. Before this intervention, only 32% of the population had access to water from surface water sources, a drilled well, and elevated storage.
The new system is providing some residents with first-time access to clean water.
The total investment for the project was $22 million.
This initiative is part of the Guyana Water Incorporated’s (GWI) program to improve hinterland water access. The scope of works for the new system includes the drilling of a well, the expansion of the distribution network, and the installation of additional service connections across the community.
The project was completed in collaboration with the Village Council, ensuring community involvement throughout the process.
Minister Croal, during the commissioning of the new water supply system, relayed that improved water access in the hinterland regions is a key priority for the government, as clean water plays a crucial role in the health and well-being of populations.
“The work we are doing reflects our government’s commitment to bridging development gaps and empowering communities,” the minister stated.
The Minister was accompanied by Regional Vice-Chairman Mr. Bertie Xavier and Hinterland Services Director of GWI, Mr. Ramchand Jailal, and their team.
New water supply systems were also commissioned at Rukumuta to the tune of $30 million and in Yurong Paru to the tune of $23 million during his visit to the region on Thursday. These systems have improved water access to 95% of the communities.
Speaking at the event, Minister Croal relayed that the government is fulfilling its promise to deliver improved water access to every corner of Guyana.
The remote village of Rukumuta in the South Pakaraimas, Region Nine, has seen a significant improvement in water access following the recent commissioning of a new water supply system. Rukumuta, which is located approximately 28 miles from central Karasabai, is home to 329 residents.
Before the intervention, only about 50% of residents had access to potable water through a drilled well, elevated storage, and springs.
The newly implemented project, executed by Q&A Construction, included the installation of a distribution network, construction of an elevated storage facility, and service connections throughout the community. As a result, 95% of the community now has reliable access to safe water.
The project is part of a wider effort by the Ministry of Housing and Water to enhance water access in hinterland communities across the country.
The Minister emphasized that the government is close to reaching its goal of 100% water access in the hinterland by 2025 and noted that $2.1 billion has been budgeted to invest in major projects this year.