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Minister Without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with Responsibility for Science, Technology and Special Projects, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley (second right), shares the lens with (from left) Regional Director and Representative of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Regional Office for the Caribbean, Eric Falt; Director General of UNESCO, Professor Khaled El-Enany; and Head of Cooperation for the Delegation of the European Union (EU) to Jamaica, Aniceto Rodriguez Ruiz. The occasion was the presentation of Jamaica’s AI Readiness Assessment Methodology (RAM) Report, launched on Wednesday (April 1) at Jamaica House. The assessment was completed in partnership with UNESCO, with funding support from the EU.

Jamaica Lays Strong Foundation for AI Governance

Jamaica has established a strong foundation for the adoption and governance of artificial intelligence (AI) through the enactment of the Data Protection Act and the Cybersecurity Act, ensuring the nation is well-positioned to harness AI across diverse local sectors. Building...

Executive Director of the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA), Dr. Warren Vernon.

Document Recovery Programme to Become a Permanent NIRA Feature

Managing Director of the Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF), Omar Sweeney, delivers remarks during a Press Conference at Jamaica House in Kingston on Monday (March 30).

Greenhouses Must Become a Central Part of Jamaica’s Approach to Agriculture – Sweeney

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, makes his contribution to the 2026/27 Budget Debate in the House of Representatives recently.

NHT to Mark 50th Anniversary with New State Parks in Manchester and Kingston and St. Andrew

Improvement works being undertaken at the Montego Bay National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) Service Centre in St. James.

NIRA Sets Ambitious Targets As It Enters First Full Year of Operations

5 hours ago Office of the Prime MinisterPress Release

JSIF Board Reports Record-Breaking Disbursements and Strengthening of Governance Frameworks for Fiscal Year 2024/2025

The Jamaica Social Investment Fund, JSIF recently announced its highest-ever disbursement for the fiscal year 2024 to 2025 totaling JMD$4.11 billion Jamaican Dollars, signaling a period of high performance in project execution. According to an announcement made by Managing Director, Omar Sweeney, “The JSIF during the fiscal year 2024 to 2025 enjoyed a significant growth by performing at its highest...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), listens attentively to Executive Director of the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA), Dr. Warren Vernon (right), during a recent meeting at the Office of the Prime Minister.

3 weeks ago NIDSOffice of the Prime Minister

Safeguards Built Into NIDS to Protect Identities

Executive Director of the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA), Dr. Warren Vernon, says safeguards have been built into the National Identification System (NIDS) to protect individuals’ identities. He cited the legal framework provided by the National Identification and Registration Act, 2021, along with the oversight of the National Identification and Registration Inspectorate (NIRI). NIRI provides oversight of the NIRA,...

3 weeks ago NIDSOffice of the Prime Minister

23 Post Offices Set for Major Upgrades Under NIDS Project

A total of 23 post offices are currently in contract to undergo significant upgrades aimed at enhancing service delivery to communities across the island. Executive Director of the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA), Dr. Warren Vernon, explained that the initiative is being managed by the National Identification System (NIDS) Project under the Office of the Prime Minister. “I am...

Digital Content and Channels Strategist at the National Housing Trust, Lee-Ann Morgan.

4 weeks ago HousingOffice of the Prime Minister

Jamaicans Encouraged to Prepare for Homeownership

The National Housing Trust (NHT) is encouraging Jamaicans to begin preparing for homeownership by strengthening their financial awareness, developing consistent habits and identifying practical strategies to achieve their goals. Digital Content and Channels Strategist at the NHT, Lee-Ann Morgan, made the call recently during the first episode of the Trust’s new podcast, ‘Home is Now’ which aims to provide practical...

Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF) Managing Director, Omar Sweeney (second left), looks on as Principal of Pisgah Primary and Infant School in St. Elizabeth, Patricia Scarlett-Forrester, unveils a commemorative plaque marking the institution’s rehabilitation during a handover ceremony on February 26. Applauding (from third left) are Project Engineer from GDM Associates, Jardane Fraser; Regional Director for Region Five in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Susan Nelson-Smith; and Chairman of Pisgah Primary, Pastor Maurice Swaby.

1 month ago Office of the Prime Minister

JSIF Hands Over $178m Upgraded Pisgah Primary School in St. Elizabeth

The Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF), on February 26, officially handed over the fully rehabilitated facilities at Pisgah Primary and Infant School in St. Elizabeth, marking the completion of a nearly two-year project valued $178 million. The initiative was implemented under the Basic Needs Trust Fund and financed by the Government of Jamaica in partnership with the Caribbean Development Bank...

1 month ago Office of the Prime Minister

NIRA Moving to Accelerate Nationwide Expansion of National ID Enrolment

The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) is moving to rapidly expand national identification enrolment services across the country. Executive Director, Dr. Warren Vernon, made the disclosure during a recent meeting at the Office of the Prime Minister. He disclosed that the policy target for the coming financial year will be to expand enrolment nationwide, improve participation numbers, and strengthen...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right), displays his national identification card during the official launch of the National Identification Registration Authority (NIRA) at the NIRA Centre, Central Sorting Office (CSO) in Kingston. Looking on is Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Hon. Delroy Chuck.

1 month ago Office of the Prime Minister

$1.86B to Fund NIDS Implementation in 2026/27 Fiscal Year

A total of $1.86 billion will be allocated in fiscal year 2026/27 to continue implementing the National Identification System (NIDS) for Economic Growth Project. Details of the project are outlined in the 2026/27 Estimates of Expenditure, which were recently tabled in the House of Representatives by Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams. The Project aims to...