The Linden to Mabura Hill Road project has reached a key milestone, with approximately 100 kilometres of roadway now upgraded from what was historically a “mud and slush” trail into a modern asphalt corridor.

In a statement today, the contracting company Alya Construction, explained that the works are progressing on schedule to accommodate increased traffic demand ahead of the Easter Weekend Rodeo event, which takes place in Lethem.

It was explained that for decades, the route between Linden and Mabura Hill has been known for its difficult conditions, particularly during the rainy season, often requiring specialized vehicles and extended travel times.

The ongoing upgrade has transformed sections of the corridor into a durable, all-weather roadway designed to support both commercial activity and regular transit.

The transformation of the corridor involves a comprehensive engineering approach to address challenging terrain and climatic conditions, the company said.

The project has mobilized over 300 pieces of heavy equipment and a workforce of approximately 900 persons.

Commenting on the milestone, Contractor’s Representative for Alya Construction, Daniel Amaral said reaching the 100 kilometre mark reflects the scale of engineering, coordination, and execution required to deliver in such challenging conditions, as well as the strong level of coordination achieved with the Ministry of Public Works throughout the process.

Road-specific works are currently estimated at approximately 83% completion.

The upgraded corridor is expected to significantly improve connectivity between Guyana’s coastal and hinterland regions, while supporting economic activity and facilitating more efficient transport routes toward the Brazil border.

Further works are anticipated to continue extending the corridor southward, with continuity in construction approach and technical standards expected to be maintained as the project advances into subsequent phases, building on the execution capacity and operational footprint established during the current works.

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