As the distribution exercise of the Government of Guyana’s $100,000 cash grant intensifies, over 430,000 Guyanese aged 18 years and older have to date received their payment either via bank accounts or cheques.

Since the commencement of the distribution exercise, staff members of the Finance Ministry have reportedly completed the distribution in Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo).

According to information gathered, the distribution is ongoing in Region One (Barima-Waini) and Region Eight (Potaro-Siparuni) and is expected to be completed in the new week.