The National Assembly has approved $496.3 million to advance the Guyana Water Inc (GWI)’s coastal water supply services by investing in a new water bottling plant to meet national needs, in keeping with a commitment of President Dr Irfaan Ali.

This facility aims to reduce reliance on imported bottled water, positioning itself as a strategic national project that enhances Guyana’s economic resilience, self-sufficiency, and long-term water security.

Although Guyana has abundant freshwater resources and GWI’s extensive treatment and distribution infrastructure, the country still depends heavily on imported bottled water to meet consumer demand.