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# GWI reports 95% potable-water access in Guyana’s hinterland
- URL: https://www.brownytimes.com/gwi-reports-95-per-cent-access-to-potable-water-in-the-hinterland/
- Published: 2026-10-15T21:22:59.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-15T21:36:57.000Z
- Description: GWI reports 95% potable-water access in the hinterland, but questions remain about household connections, supply reliability and water quality.
- Author: Browny Times
- Tags: Guyana, Water Supply, Public Services

*The state water utility says hinterland access has risen from about 46 per cent over five years, while acknowledging water-quality concerns in some communities.*

**GEORGETOWN —** Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) says access to potable water in Guyana’s hinterland has reached 95 per cent in 2026, following investment in wells, water supply systems and distribution networks.

The Ministry of Public Utilities and Aviation reported the increase over five years in an announcement on October 13, citing GWI’s figures. The reported rise from approximately 46 per cent amounts to a gain of about 49 percentage points.

The figures were set out in GWI’s October 9 statement on water-sector improvements, issued in response to public commentary.

GWI said approximately 98.6 per cent of Guyana’s population now has access to potable water, and that treated-water coverage has risen from about 52 per cent to 80 per cent.

### Connections and public standpipes

For residents, access can mean a connection at home or collecting water from a public standpipe.

GWI’s website describes individual connections in towns and small towns, alongside public standpipes serving hinterland communities.

The overall 95 per cent figure does not give a community-by-community picture of household connections or supply hours.

### Water quality

GWI has acknowledged that customers in some areas served by groundwater wells have raised concerns about elevated iron content.

“These concerns are not being dismissed,” the utility said.

GWI said the concerns form part of continuing work to improve water quality.

### Maintenance in North Rupununi

In North Rupununi, Region Nine, the Ministry of Public Utilities and Aviation has also reported work aimed at improving the reliability of existing supplies.

Its October 12 update reported valve replacement in Annai Central, leak repairs in Kwatamang and well maintenance in Wowetta and Yakarinta.

The ministry said discussions with Toshaos and Village Councils also covered water-supply challenges and conservation during prevailing dry conditions.

*This report will be updated as new official information becomes available.*