Region Nine landowners begin receiving steel, cement subsidy

Beneficiary, Mr. Ekema Glenn applauded the government for the initiative, as he said the voucher places him in a better position to construct his home.

“Currently, I’m living with family and I’m renting. Renting can be very burdensome so this will give us a great boost in starting my home,” Mr. Glenn said.

Ms. Beverly Rodrigues, another beneficiary who stated that she is living with her family, said that the voucher presents a life changing opportunity.

Ms. Rodrigues expressed, “without this I wouldn’t have start building my house. I’m so overwhelmed that I get this”.

Suppliers in Region Nine thus far are R&R Hardware, Fabra Enterprise, M&U General Store, Nicholson Trading, Anil’s Shop and Sucil Kissoon. All suppliers are required to sell the building materials at the predetermined cost set by the Ministry.