Georgetown : The Ministry of Amerindian Affairs recently commenced the distribution of cheques for the construction and refurbishing of infrastructural facilities to house Information Communication Technology (ICT) hubs in hinterland communities.
Minister of Amerindian Pauline Sukhai recently handed over cheques valued approximately $800,000 to the Toshaos of several communities in Upper Mazaruni, Region 7. These communities include Kaikan, Jawalla, Waramadong, Kangaruma, Paruima, Phillipai and Kanarang/Warwatta.
According to the Minister, this distribution exercise is part of the One Laptop Per Family (OLPF) hinterland component. She added that the completion of the first hub will be a historical mark in the hinterland because it will mean that Amerindians will also be a part of the extension of ICT development in Guyana and they will also be able to participate in the computer literate society.
Thirty-nine (39) communities in Region 9, Upper-Essequibo Upper-Takutu were next in line to receive their cheques.
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