Approximately 331 residents in the village of Tassarene, located in Middle Mazaruni, have received first-time access to potable water following the installation of a new water supply system, valued $53.9 million.
The Department of Public Information (DPI) said that the system was commissioned by Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal yesterday morning.
The project included the installation of 3000 metres of 50mm (2”) PVC pipes and 1000 metres of 19mm (3/4”) pipes with 60 service connections, and the construction of a 20-foot metal trestle. It also includes the installation of a photovoltaic pumping system with a submersible pump, controller and solar panel.