President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has disclosed that the government is actively reviewing options for developing a large-scale rail transit system, signalling a potentially transformative shift in Guyana’s transportation landscape.
The announcement was made on Wednesday at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre, where the President outlined the administration’s forward-looking transport infrastructure plans for the next five years. He explained that the proposed system is being considered as a solution to persistent traffic congestion in Georgetown and to improve the movement of goods across the country.
“In this regard, we are evaluating options for a mass transit system, particularly to ease congestion in Georgetown and to move cargo from Lethem to Guyana’s Atlantic coast,” the President said.
Dr Ali noted that preliminary groundwork for the initiative is already underway. Earlier this year, he revealed that the Ministry of Housing had begun a feasibility study to assess the technical, economic and logistical aspects of such a project.
The broader objective, the President explained, is to build a modern, highly connected nation where citizens—particularly those in remote and hinterland communities—can more easily access opportunities and actively participate in Guyana’s development.
The proposed rail transit system is part of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic’s 2025 manifesto commitments, underscoring the administration’s intention to modernise national infrastructure and support long-term economic growth through improved connectivity.