Reg. 9: Zero-interest loans, grants to build homes – Jagdeo

General Secretary of the ruling People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, says the people of Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo) will receive significant support to improve their lives if the party is voted back in office at the September 1 general and regional elections.

In his address to thousands of PPP/C supporters at a political rally in Lethem on Sunday, Jagdeo said the PPP/C’s next term in office will support income-generating activities in Amerindian communities.

Some of the plans include:

-Zero-interest rates for anyone who wants to start a small or medium-sized business

-Special grants for women and young people who want to start small projects

-Grants for anyone who wants to build a house or improve their house in all Amerindian villages

-Cash grants will continue

-Factories to process more foods

-More support for farmers, including equipment, fertilizers, pesticides and planting materials

-Scholarships for anyone who applies.

“We also want everyone to study, to have the best quality of education without leaving the region; so, we will improve connectivity (Wi-Fi),” the General Secretary said.

He also noted that scholarships will not only be awarded for those who want to further their education but to also train Amerindians in any skill.

“In the next term, you’re going to see major focus on your life, at the family level, so that we can increase income and take care of people,” Jagdeo said.