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Director of Policy Research at the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ), Suzette Johnson, speaking at a JIS Think Tank on January 15 about Jamaica’s National Multidimensional Poverty Index.

PIOJ To Launch National Multidimensional Poverty Index Today

The Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) will launch the National Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) on Friday (January 16). The MPI, which has been in development for six years, captures the various experiences of persons in poverty. Speaking at a JIS...

Director General, Statistical Institute of Jamaica (STATIN), Leesha Delatie-Budair (left); Deputy Director General (Acting) and Director, Surveys Division, STATIN, Dr. Natalee Simpson (centre), and Director (Acting) Administrative Statistics, STATIN, Siomara McDonald, peruse a document at STATIN’s quarterly press briefing, held at the AC Hotel in St. Andrew, on January 15.

Economy Grew 5.1% for July to September Quarter in 2025

Technical Specialist for Socio-Economic Development in the Community Renewal Programme at the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ), Charmaine Brimm, speaks during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on Monday (January 12) about the upcoming 10th staging of the PIOJ’s Best Practice Symposium for Social and Community Renewal.

PIOJ Symposium to Spotlight Rehabilitation and Reintegration for Community Development

Commanding Officer of the Newport West Police Formation, Superintendent Rochelle McGibbon Scott, addresses a recent JIS Think Tank.

Newport West Police Warns About Counterfeit Notes

Persons Urged to Beware of Fraudulent Customs Brokers

Debt Recovery Manager at the Students’ Loan Bureau (SLB), Owin Watson, speaks during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’.

4 months ago Finance & Public Service

SLB to Further Enhance Digital Portal as Part of Ongoing Transformation

The Students’ Loan Bureau (SLB) is looking to further enhance its digital portal, a move that underscores the role of technology in the Bureau’s ongoing transformation. Debt Recovery Manager, Owin Watson, noted that the SLB is a dynamic organisation, continually adapting to meet the needs of its clients. “Technology is at the centre of what we want to do. Tools...

4 months ago Finance & Public Service

SLB Introduces Streamlined Online Process to Access Debt Reset Programme

The Student’s Loan Bureau (SLB) has introduced a simplified online onboarding process for applicants to its Debt Reset Programme, making access easier and more efficient. Addressing a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’, SLB’s Debt Recovery Manager, Owin Watson, noted that customers can initiate the process directly through the Bureau’s official website. “To onboard, customers should visit our website,...

Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) Governor, Richard Byles.

4 months ago Finance & Public Service

Jamaica’s International Reserves Hit Record US$6.3b

Jamaica’s international reserves remain robust despite the worsened external position resulting from Hurricane Melissa, which impacted the country on October 28. Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) Governor, Richard Byles, reported that the reserves stood at a historically high US$6.3 billion in mid-December 2025. Addressing the BOJ’s Quarterly Monetary Policy Report press conference, held on Monday (December 22) at the BOJ auditorium...

Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) Governor, Richard Byles, addresses Monday’s (December 22) Quarterly Monetary Policy Report press conference at BOJ’s auditorium in downtown Kingston.

4 months ago Finance & Public Service

BOJ Holds Policy Rate at 5.75 Per Cent

The Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has unanimously agreed to maintain the policy rate on overnight placements by deposit‑taking institutions at 5.75 per cent per annum. Speaking during the Quarterly Monetary Policy Report press conference at the BOJ auditorium in downtown Kingston on Monday (December 22), Governor, Richard Byles, said the decision to maintain the policy rate...

Daughters of the late Don Wehby, Stephanie (second left) and Abigail, accepting a plaque from President, Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ), Metry Seaga, inducting Mr. Wehby in the PSOJ 31st Hall of Fame. The black-tie gala event was held at The Jamaica Pegasus in New Kingston on Monday (December 15). Sharing in the moment is Mr. Wehby

5 months ago Finance & Public Service

Don Wehby a Jamaican of Uncommon Distinction – PM

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Dr. Andrew Holness, has hailed the late Don Wehby as a Jamaican of “uncommon distinction”. He noted that the former Government Senator and GraceKennedy Limited Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) was committed to nation-building, the renewal of communities and the development of all sectors of the country. Dr. Holness said that Mr. Wehby was...

Director of Client Relationship Management Services at the Students’ Loan Bureau (SLB), Cheryl Surjue, outlines details of the agency’s Debt Reset Programme during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’.

5 months ago Finance & Public Service

SLB Reports Strong Uptake of Debt Reset Programme

The Students’ Loan Bureau (SLB) has reported encouraging participation in its recently launched Debt Reset Programme, with more than 6,000 clients already onboarded through the customer portal. Approximately 3,600 clients have already applied for the Debt Reset Programme. Of this group, 800 have sought the arrears credit, while 2,900 have applied for the ‘Good Standing’ credit of $100,000. Overall, some...