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The Government of Jamaica is offering loans of up to US$5 million for investment projects in the information and communications technology industry (ICT). The loans, which are being provided through the Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ), are aimed at providing “purpose-built space” for the sector, informed Industry, Investment and Commerce Minister, Hon. Anthony Hylton. Speaking at a roundtable session at...

Students at 12 Corporate Area high schools are set to benefit from a series of one-day workshops aimed at exposing them to the exciting discipline of robotics. Dubbed “Lego Yuh Mind Day”, the initiative is the undertaking of Halls of Learning, a Jamaican-based organisation dedicated to empowering the lives of young people through education. The project, which will run from...

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Anthony Hylton has announced that subject to the implementation of appropriate regulation, the ban on the scrap metal trade may be lifted. While not setting out a timetable for the process that would culminate with the resumption of scrap metal exports, he disclosed that already, the Ministry is in dialogue with stakeholders in...

The Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining is moving to expand broadband access to make it easier for Jamaicans, especially those in remote areas, to conduct business with government agencies.  Portfolio Minister, Hon. Phillip Paulwell, said broadband technology “is going to be a major focus of mine” to ensure that every nook and cranny of Jamaica has access.  “An...

Jamaica is poised for major development in the tourism and energy sectors, with plans advanced for several projects to be undertaken over the short-term. Addressing a recent JIS Think Tank, President of JAMPRO, Sancia Bennett Templer, said that the projects will boost Jamaica’s position as a major destination for doing business. In terms of tourism, she informed that the Fiesta...

Minister of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining (STEM), Hon. Phillip Paulwell, has reiterated the Government’s intention to continue the LNG project started under the previous administration. Under the project, LNG will be supplied to the government and construction of an LNG Floating Storage and Re-gasification Terminal will be undertaken. Addressing a recent energy forum put on by the American Chamber...

Minister of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining (STEM), Hon. Phillip Paulwell, has asked the American Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM), to assist in attracting one of the giant drilling companies from the United States (US), to explore for offshore oil, given the country’s crude oil potential. The Minister said there are “great prospects for striking commercially viable oil offshore Jamaica (which...

Minster of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Hon. Phillip Paulwell, has said that liberalisation of the energy sector is set to gather momentum and will soon result in full competition in the provision of electricity. To fast-track the process, and ensure that the new energy policy is developed and implemented in a seamless manner,  Mr. Paulwell has invited Cabinet  to...

Librarians will play a leadership role in developing government’s framework for the ICT sector said Minister with responsibility for Information, Senator Sandrea Falconer, at the annual President’s Banquet of the Library and Information Association of Jamaica (LIAJ), in Kingston on Saturday, February 4.   Minister Falconer said, “Your organisation, the Library and Information Association of Jamaica (LIAJA)) is poised to...

The recently established website to promote tourism and other offerings in the parish of St. Elizabeth, has stirred the interest of many residents, who see the initiative as positive for education and business promotion. Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in charge of administration for the parish, Nadine Grant-Brown, tells JIS News that the website has impacted her family. “My son...

Minister of Science, Technology and Mining Hon. Phillip Paulwell, says Jamaica is poised to be the Information Communication Technology (ICT) sector in the western hemisphere, and the Government will be encouraging partnership with the private sector to ensure the expansion of the industry. “We are looking now for Jamaica to be the ICT capital in the western hemisphere and with...

Minister of State in the Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining (STEM), Hon. Julian Robinson, has underscored the Government’s commitment to the information communication technology (ICT) sector, noting that several initiatives would be implemented to  improve training, access and the country’s global ranking in the industry. Addressing the opening of a Cisco Network Regional Academy Conference, at the Cardiff...