Citizens encouraged to open bank accounts ahead of year-end grants

The government of Guyana will announce a series of comprehensive measures for households and vulnerable groups before the end of the year, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali said on Wednesday.

“I am going to announce, before the end of the year, a series of measures, not only looking at cash grant, but looking at the total empowerment of every Guyanese, whether you are someone living with a disability, the elderly, children, women, small businesses, farmers – every category,” he stated.

President Ali encouraged citizens to open bank accounts to ensure the smooth and efficient payment of grants.

Last year, the government distributed $100,000 in cash grants to every adult Guyanese. That initiative complemented the $50,000 Because We Care student grant, the $100,000 Newborn Grant, and several other social support programmes implemented by the PPP/C administration during its 2020–2025 term. (DPI)