# Regional developments in Roraima and Rondônia > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/regional-developments-in-roraima-and-rondnia > Updated: 2026-08-17T18:02:45.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. In Roraima, recent developments focus on economic and administrative initiatives. The state has launched funding programs to support scientific research and entrepreneurship, including the Sebrae Economy Prize for Small Businesses and the Roraima Research Support Foundation (Faperr) ‘Mais Eventos, Mais Ciência’ call, which provides grants for scientific and technological events. Additionally, the Roraima state government has initiated a program for the early settlement of court-ordered debts (precatórios). Through a partnership between the State Attorney General's Office and the Court of Justice of Roraima, creditors can access early payments for a total of R$ 15.8 million, subject to a discount of up to 40%. In the neighboring state of Rondônia, legislative efforts are being directed toward water security. State Deputy Dr. Benedito Alves has proposed a preventive water supply plan to protect rural and riverside communities from the impacts of the dry season through climate monitoring and emergency logistics. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-17: Regional developments in Rondônia and Roraima involve water security and debt settlements Authorities in Rondônia are pushing for drought prevention plans to protect rural communities, while Roraima offers R$ 15.8 million in early court-ordered debt payments to creditors. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/regional-developments-in-rondnia-and-roraima-involve-water-security-and-debt-settlements ### 2026-08-10: Roraima launches research and entrepreneurship funding initiatives Roraima introduces new funding opportunities for researchers and entrepreneurs, including the Sebrae Economy Prize and Faperr grants for scientific events totaling up to 800,000 Reais. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/roraima-launches-research-and-entrepreneurship-funding-initiatives --- Cite as: Regional developments in Roraima and Rondônia. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/regional-developments-in-roraima-and-rondnia