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Jamaica 4-H Clubs Manager for St. Ann, Tedroy Gordon (third from left), presents a spot prize to Gibraltar All-age School student, Romonia Coore, during the Runaway Bay Primary and Infant School 4-H Club’s open day held on Thursday (Oct. 31). Looking on is Forest Technicians at the Forestry Department, Kerry Ann Newland-McLean (left) and Mackeda Coombs.
Jamaica 4-H Clubs Manager for St. Ann, Tedroy Gordon (third from left), presents a spot prize to Gibraltar All-age School student, Romonia Coore, during the Runaway Bay Primary and Infant School 4-H Club’s open day held on Thursday (Oct. 31). Looking on is Forest Technicians at the Forestry Department, Kerry Ann Newland-McLean (left) and Mackeda Coombs.

4-H Clubs Using Technology To Attract Youth

The Jamaica 4-H Clubs is actively incorporating technology in its agricultural programmes to attract more young people. “In fact, our career expos will be focusing heavily on robotics and the technology aspect of agriculture,” said 4-H Clubs Manager for St. Ann, Tedroy Gordon....
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Youth, Information and Skills, Dr. Kasan Troupe, addresses the launch of National Parent Month on Friday (November 1) at the Terra Nova Hotel in Kingston.
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Youth, Information and Skills, Dr. Kasan Troupe, addresses the launch of National Parent Month on Friday (November 1) at the Terra Nova Hotel in Kingston.

National Parent Month to Focus on AI
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, converses with Executive Director of the Scientific Research Council (SRC), Dr. Charah Watson, on the first day of the 31st Science and Technology Conference, at the Jamaica Conference Centre, downtown Kingston.
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, converses with Executive Director of the Scientific Research Council (SRC), Dr. Charah Watson, on the first day of the 31st Science and Technology Conference, at the Jamaica Conference Centre, downtown Kingston.

Minister Calls for Greater Collaboration on Nuclear Technology
Technical Support Officer in the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education and Youth, Dr. Nahema Daniels-Heath (centre), displays the cashless schools ePay card during the launch at Campion College in St. Andrew on Tuesday (October 29). Others (from left) are Country Corporate Client Partnership Officer, Jamaica Money Market Brokers (JMMB) Bank, Alwayne Cousins; Chief Executive Officer of ePay Jamaica, Havanah Llewellyn; Chairman, Norbrook Transaction Services, Khary Robinson; and Chief Executive Officer, JMMB Bank Jamaica and Group Banking Lead, Jerome Smalling.
Technical Support Officer in the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education and Youth, Dr. Nahema Daniels-Heath (centre), displays the cashless schools ePay card during the launch at Campion College in St. Andrew on Tuesday (October 29). Others (from left) are Country Corporate Client Partnership Officer, Jamaica Money Market Brokers (JMMB) Bank, Alwayne Cousins; Chief Executive Officer of ePay Jamaica, Havanah Llewellyn; Chairman, Norbrook Transaction Services, Khary Robinson; and Chief Executive Officer, JMMB Bank Jamaica and Group Banking Lead, Jerome Smalling.

Cashless Schools e-Pay Card System Launched
Research and Development Specialist with the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food for Progress Jamaica Spices (JaSPICE) Project, Michelle Sherwood, speaks at a recent JIS Think Tank.
Research and Development Specialist with the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food for Progress Jamaica Spices (JaSPICE) Project, Michelle Sherwood, speaks at a recent JIS Think Tank.

JaSPICE Project Addressing Local Production Issues

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Executive Director of the Scientific Research Council, Dr. Charah Watson.
ScienceTechnology

SRC Encourages Participation in Science and Technology Conference

The Scientific Research Council (SRC) is encouraging participation from all sectors during its 31st Science and Technology Conference, scheduled for October 29 to November 1 at the Jamaica Conference Centre, downtown Kingston. Themed ‘Harmony and Innovation: Unleashing the Power of Nuclear Applications for Sustainable Development’, the event aims to foster dialogue on the potential of nuclear technology in addressing Jamaica’s...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (third left, backrow), and Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport Minister, Hon. Daryl Vaz (left, seated), observe as Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Olive Wilson Cross (second left, seated), Chief Executive Officer, Canadian Nuclear Laboratories Limited, Jack Craig (second right, seated), and President and Chief Executive Officer, Atomic Energy of Canada Limited, Fred Dermarker (right, seated), sign the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for advancing nuclear technologies adoption in Jamaica. The signing took place at Jamaica House on Tuesday (October 22). Also observing are representatives from the International Centre for Environmental and Nuclear Sciences ICENS), University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona; Canadian Nuclear Laboratories Limited, and the High Commission of Canada in Jamaica.
Technology

Gov’t Signs MOU to Advance Nuclear Technologies Adoption in Jamaica

The Government, on Tuesday (October 22), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Atomic Energy of Canada Limited and Canadian Nuclear Laboratories Limited for the advancement of nuclear technologies adoption in Jamaica. Addressing the signing ceremony at Jamaica House, Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, said the partnership reflects the Government’s unwavering commitment to diversify the country’s energy...
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Deputy Commissioner, Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB), Sean Martin, outlines activities being planned to commemorate Fire and Life Safety Awareness Week (October 27 to November 2), during a JIS Think Tank at the agency
CommunityDevelopmentLocal GovernmentTechnology

Jamaica Fire Brigade to Showcase Technology in Its Operations

Fire and Life Safety Awareness Week, slated for October 27 to November 2, will be observed under the theme ‘Embracing Digital Innovation to Improve Fire Safety’. Deputy Commissioner, Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB), Sean Martin, says the Week will showcase how the JFB uses technology in its operations. He was speaking at a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, today (October...
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Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC), Harold Davis.
CommerceIndustryInvestmentTechnology

MSMEs Encouraged to Help Shape Country’s Digital Future

Operators of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are being encouraged to play their part in shaping Jamaica’s digital future. The call came from Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC), Harold Davis, who recently participated in the JIS TV programme, ‘Get the Facts’. “Digital transformation is no longer a nice thing to have; it’s...
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Director of Projects at Universal Service Fund (USF), Jaime Robinson (left), is joined by various stakeholders at the launch of the Connect Ja Public Wi-Fi in Brown’s Town, St. Ann on October 11. From second left are Member of Parliament for St. Ann North Western, Krystal Lee; Community Development Officer, Social Development Commission (SDC), Nicola Bailey; Councillor for the Dry Harbour Division, Carlton Ricketts; Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Inspector of the St. Ann’s Bay Division, Ricardo Beckford, and Acting Assistant Superintendent for the Jamaica Fire Brigade, Camron Barrett.
Technology

Brown’s Town Gets Free Wi-Fi Under Connect Ja

Residents of Brown’s Town in St. Ann are the latest to enjoy enhanced connectivity through the Universal Service Fund (USF) Connect Ja Public Wi-Fi programme. The free service, launched on October 11, builds on the USF’s previous efforts in the town, which includes the establishment of Community Wi-Fi sites in nearby areas such as Thicketts, Mount Zion, and Bamboo. “The...
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Senior Director, Business Services and Information and Communications Technology (ICT), National Land Agency (NLA), Christopher McPherson.
Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentTechnology

Jamaica’s Cutting-Edge Land Management Innovations Showcased to Visiting Delegation

The National Land Agency (NLA) recently hosted members of a St. Vincent and the Grenadines delegation that visited to explore Jamaica’s advancements in digital transformation, particularly in the areas of land titling and geospatial technology. The visit, from October 7 to 11, facilitated valuable insights into Jamaica’s systematic land registration process and the innovative methodologies being employed to enhance land...
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Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, delivers remarks during SynCon Technologies’ inaugural AI and Cybersecurity Summit, held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston, on Thursday (October 10).
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Minister Vaz Highlights Need to Strengthen Cybersecurity Infrastructure

Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, says the Government is acutely aware of the need to strengthen Jamaica’s cybersecurity infrastructure. “As digital systems evolve, so do the tactics employed by cybercriminals. Their methods are becoming more sophisticated, and our defences must be equally advanced,” he said. Mr. Vaz was addressing SynCon Technologies’ inaugural Artificial Intelligence (AI)...
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