$20 billion investment to transform Region 6

Minister of Housing, Collin Croal, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to infrastructure and housing development across Region Six (East Berbice- Corentyne), highlighting Moleson Creek as one of the most significant upcoming schemes in the region.

During a visit to several ongoing housing development sites on Friday, Croal disclosed that more than $20 billion is being invested to develop several new housing areas in the region, including Moleson Creek, Glasgow, Overwinning, Providence, and Hogstye.

Moleson Creek, in particular, is poised to become one of the largest housing and economic hubs in the region.

Phase One of infrastructure works in the area, valued at $3.5 billion, has already been awarded to 22 contractors. However, progress has slowed due to limited access.

“Debushing has started. The access road has posed a challenge, and that’s currently being done by the Ministry of Public Works. They have to build a bridge so they can create a shortcut, then work can resume in about a month,” Croal explained.

In the meantime, he is appealing to persons who have already received land allocations in Moleson Creek to remain patient.

“We started allocations in 2024 and continued into 2025. I know many have been asking when they’ll be able to access their lots, but we are working steadily to ensure the necessary infrastructure is in place,” he said.

The government’s broader developmental plan for Moleson Creek is ambitious. With the ongoing construction of a bridge linking Guyana and Suriname, the area is expected to emerge as a major hub for housing and economic activity.

Meanwhile, work in other areas is progressing steadily.

Land preparation has begun in Glasgow, Overwinning, and Providence, while an access bridge at Hostye is slated for completion within a month.

The first phase of infrastructure works at Hogstye is expected to be completed by mid-November, allowing more than 300 allottees to begin accessing their lands.

Croal emphasised that the combined housing developments across Region Six will significantly reduce the current backlog of over 6,000 pending applicants.

“With the lands we have here, we believe we have enough lots to address the outstanding applications in Region Six,” he said.