GEORGETOWN, Guyana — The Government of Guyana is preparing to issue Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for the development of the Rose Hall Airstrip in Region Five, President Irfaan Ali announced on Monday, as part of an ambitious infrastructure plan to transform the Berbice region into a major growth hub.
Speaking at the opening of the 2025 Berbice Development Summit, President Ali said the document for the EOI is being finalised and will soon be made public. He explained that the redevelopment of the Rose Hall Airstrip is a key component of the administration’s strategy to expand connectivity, enhance logistics, and promote large-scale agricultural and industrial activities across Regions Five and Six.
“The document is now being finalised, and soon we’ll be going out for an expression of interest in relation to this,” the President told stakeholders. He said the initiative is part of a comprehensive plan that includes the construction of a new high-span bridge over the Berbice River, a four-lane highway from New Amsterdam to Moleson Creek, and a deep-water port to facilitate trade and export.
The project also aligns with the government’s wider goal of positioning Guyana as “the world’s hottest destination for agro-processing and food production,” by improving the movement of goods and people across the country. President Ali stated that the government intends to open “hundreds of thousands of acres” of new agricultural land and improve road and air access to boost productivity and attract private investment.
He noted that the government’s development programme for the region also envisions new housing schemes, farm-to-market roads, and enhanced sports and recreation infrastructure, including a modern stadium. Plans are also underway to strengthen links to hinterland communities such as Orealla and Siparuta, allowing them to benefit from increased trade and access to services.
While no cost estimate or completion timeline was disclosed, President Ali said the administration is aiming for a five-year completion target for the region’s overall transformation. He acknowledged the scale of the undertaking, noting that in most countries, such a programme would take at least 15 years to execute fully.
The Rose Hall Airstrip project follows similar efforts to upgrade other regional aviation facilities, including those at Lethem and Anna Regina, as the government seeks to strengthen internal connectivity and reduce travel times between the coast and interior regions.
Once the EOI is released, it is expected to attract interest from both local and international investors. The government has signalled its intention to ensure transparency and inclusivity throughout the process, with an emphasis on partnerships that will generate employment, stimulate private sector growth, and sustain long-term economic activity in Berbice.