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Wakenaam Community constructing Sports and Academic Facilities
The residents of Wakenaam are currently constructing a playfield and a pavilion in the village of Belle Plaine.
According to residents the facilities will be used to enhance the development of sports and education.
The pavilion which is a three storied building is measured 35 feet in width by 60 feet in length and will house a Library and an Internet Café on the third floor which will also be used to play indoor games. The
The pavilion and play field currently under construction in Belle Plaine
second floor will include a Club House and a number of guest rooms, while the ground floor will be used as a Conference Hall. Residents told Kaieteur Sports that access to the Internet Café and Library will be free of charge.
The playfield, 300 feet in width by 475 feet in length will be used for cricket, football and volleyball among other sports. According to the Islanders, fishing and boating will also take place but the entrances to the venue needs to be upgraded and they are calling on the Ministry of Public Works for assistance in this regard.
The projects are being funded by some of the residents of the 18 square mile Island and are expected to be completed in June.
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