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flag Guyana’s cash grant program aids 121,000 people, but debate grows over its impact on work and long-term poverty reduction.

flag Cash grant programs in Guyana, aimed at reducing poverty, face scrutiny over whether they boost productivity or merely support daily expenses, with 121,000 recipients as of August 2024. flag Critics warn unconditional aid may reduce work incentives, while proponents stress immediate relief. flag The government confirmed 2024 budget funds for the Amerindian Hostel were used for critical repairs, though transparency remains limited. flag Despite high-profile announcements, the first 100 days of the new administration have delivered little measurable improvement in citizens’ daily lives, with major infrastructure projects lacking verifiable progress and economic measures sparking debate over long-term sustainability.

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