GWI “not in competition” with Private Sector – Pres Ali on state-owned bottled water project
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August 7, 2026
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President Dr Irfaan Ali on Thursday defended the Government’s plans to establish a $496.3 million state-owned water bottling facility amid concerns raised by local manufacturers.
“GWI (Guyana Water Incorporated) is not in competition with anyone,” the Head of State told reporters on the side-lines of an event on Thursday.
Earlier this week, the Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA) called for a review of this project, arguing that the country’s goal of achieving 100 per cent locally produced bottled water can be realised through partnerships with existing local producers rather than direct state participation in the market.
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