Gov’t gives Gy$7M to cultural groups for emancipation celebrations

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As different cultural groups spearhead their usual activities to mark the occasion of another anniversary of African emancipation on August 1, the Government on Wednesday injected financial support to the tune of Gy$7M.

President Donald Ramotar hands over a cheque to a happy recipient as she prepares to host activities for Emancipation

The groups met President Donald Ramotar and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Culture Youth and Sport, Alfred King, at the Office of the President where the cheques were handed over.
The funding varied in proportions to the agenda of planned activities by the different groups. A total of Gy$5M was allocated to the African Cultural and Development Association (ACDA).

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