Dennis Street vendors to be relocated within two weeks

Dennis Street vendors to be relocated within two weeks – Min. Edghill

Apr 25, 2026 News

(Kaieteur News) – To facilitate the ongoing rehabilitation of Dennis Street, Georgetown, Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill has announced that vendors currently operating along the corridor in the vicinity of ‘C’ Field, Sophia will be relocated within two weeks.

The minister recently convened a meeting in the Ministry’s boardroom with vendors to establish a clear and mutually beneficial path forward, ensuring that their economic activities remain completely undisrupted as critical road works continue.

Dennis Street vendors to be relocated within two weeks – Min. Edghill

Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill during a recent meeting with Dennis Street vendors.

Kaieteur News understands that the relocation exercise is a necessary component of the wider infrastructural transformation taking place in the Sophia area. Dennis Street is currently undergoing a major upgrade from the Eastern Highway heading east to Red Road (also known as ‘E’ Field). This is being executed simultaneously with ongoing works on the internal main access points for various fields, including B and C.

Upon completion, this major upgraded artery will boast two widened lanes, significantly improved drainage systems, and the complete rehabilitation of several bridges along the alignment.

During the discussions, Minister Edghill announced that within two weeks, the vendors will be smoothly transitioned to a newly constructed, designated tarmac prepared specifically for them by the Ministry.

The minister in a statement disclosed that to guarantee fairness, a transparent lottery system will be utilized to allocate the new vending spaces, with the Ministry offering additional transition support on a needs basis.

“Once you pull your number for your spot, you must move to the tarmac by the following day because the road will be handed over to the contractor and all hindrances in the path of the project will be removed for the continuation of the road,” he informed vendors.

During the discussion too, the Minister underscored the importance of establishing a high standard for the new vending area’s aesthetics, challenging the business owners to elevate their operations.

“This can’t be a shanty town operation. Therefore, I encourage all of you to utilize the Development Bank loan to beautify your space as a long-term goal for your respective businesses,” he reaffirmed.

It was disclosed also that the vendors pledged their full support for the upcoming relocation exercise and welcome the financial initiative pitched by the Minister to help grow their enterprises.

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