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Aug 11, 2017 News
Estimated at approximately $6.3 million, the Ministry of Social Protection has launched a Substantial Livelihood and Entrepreneurship Development (SLED) sheep-rearing project. The project was launched on Wednesday in Hiawa Village, Region Nine, by Minister of Social Protection, Ms. Amna Ally.
The SLED project, which gives grants to Cooperatives and Friendly Societies to enable engagement in substantial, entrepreneurial ventures, is headed by the Ministry of Social Protection. This project will be the first of its kind in the region.
This initiative is a collaborative effort by the Ministry of Social Protection, along with the Guyana Livestock Development Authority (GLDA), the Regional Democratic organs, and Ministry Of Agriculture. These entities will be providing support throughout the duration of the project.
Minister Ally met with the residents and beneficiaries in an effort to iron out details in relation to the execution and management of the project. Other officials of the Ministry of Social Protection were also on hand to ensure that all the necessary requirements were satisfied.
Mr. Andray Pearson, veterinary officer of the GLDA, gave technical guidance to the residents and certified the viability of the land which will sustain the rearing of sheep. Ms. Danmattie Sahoy, head of the SLED project, was also present at the meetings to give guidance on the Cooperatives Act.
The residents of Hiawa thanked the Minister and her team for the SLED initiative and committed their efforts to the success of their project.
Minister Ally encouraged the beneficiaries to understand the importance of their role in ensuring the success of the project and committed the Ministry’s continued support to the community of Hiawa.
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