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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

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food for Progress Jamaica Spices (JaSPICE) Project is making significant strides in addressing critical issues that will drive local production of ginger, turmeric and pimento. The project, being implemented over the next five years,...
Executive Director of the Scientific Research Council, Dr. Charah Watson.
Executive Director of the Scientific Research Council, Dr. Charah Watson.

SRC Encourages Participation in Science and Technology Conference
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.
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.

Gov’t Signs MOU to Advance Nuclear Technologies Adoption in Jamaica
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
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's head office in Kingston, on October 16.

Jamaica Fire Brigade to Showcase Technology in Its Operations
Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC), Harold Davis.
Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC), Harold Davis.

MSMEs Encouraged to Help Shape Country’s Digital Future

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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.
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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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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday (October 8).
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Strengthened Partnership Between Jamaica and India Deemed Key to Unlocking New Opportunities

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the strengthened partnership between Jamaica and India will be pivotal in unlocking new opportunities for growth, development and cultural exchange. Dr. Holness, who provided an update on his recent official visit to the Republic of India in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (October 8), said this partnership is critical as...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addressing the House of Representatives on October 8.
Foreign AffairsTechnology

Jamaica and India Collaborate in Digital Technology

Jamaica and the Republic of India have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to strengthen collaboration between the nations in digital technology. Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, in providing details in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (October 8), said the agreement will see “co-operation in sharing successful digital public infrastructure aimed at promoting financial inclusion and...
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Custos of Manchester, Garfield Green, addresses a function to launch the 2024/05 academic year in the parish and unveil a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education Programme, held recently at the Winston Jones High School.
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Custos of Manchester Unveils STEM Education Programme

The Office of the Custos of Manchester has launched a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education Programme, aimed at fostering critical thinking, creativity and problem-solving skills among students in the parish. The objective is to prepare young minds for the future by equipping them with the knowledge and competencies needed in the STEM fields. “To achieve this, we must...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn (centre), is in discussion with Commissioner of Corrections, Brigadier (Ret.), Radgh Mason (left), and Chief Technical Director in the Ministry, Shauna Trowers, at the media launch of the DCS Correctional Management System (CMS), at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston on Friday (Sept. 27).
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DCS Launches Correctional Management System

The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has unveiled its digitised Correctional Management System (CMS) which is intended to revolutionise correctional management operations in Jamaica. The Nexus platform will streamline operations in vital areas such as inmate tracking, security management, rehabilitation programmes and facility administration, providing seamless integration and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the DCS. Delivering the keynote address...
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