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Chief Executive Officer of the Universal Service Fund, Charlton McFarlane, is encouraging students to apply for the organisation
Chief Executive Officer of the Universal Service Fund, Charlton McFarlane, is encouraging students to apply for the organisation's Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Scholarship for the 2025/26 academic year.

Students Encouraged to Apply for ICT Scholarship

Students have until July 11 to apply for the Universal Service Fund (USF) Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Scholarship for the 2025/26 academic year. With the application period officially opened today, June 23, five students from underserved communities across the...
Chief Executive Officer of the Universal Service Fund (USF), Charlton McFarlane.
Chief Executive Officer of the Universal Service Fund (USF), Charlton McFarlane.

USF to Equip Craft Markets With Internet Service
Permanent Secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister, Ambassador Dr. Rocky Meade (second left), gives opening remarks at the Postal Corporation of Jamaica Limited’s Board Retreat at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Kingston, on Wednesday (June 4). He is flanked by Chairman of the Board of Directors, Professor Lloyd Waller (second right); Board Member, Marjorie Shaw and Deputy Chairman, Damion Brown.
Permanent Secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister, Ambassador Dr. Rocky Meade (second left), gives opening remarks at the Postal Corporation of Jamaica Limited’s Board Retreat at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Kingston, on Wednesday (June 4). He is flanked by Chairman of the Board of Directors, Professor Lloyd Waller (second right); Board Member, Marjorie Shaw and Deputy Chairman, Damion Brown.

Postal Corporation Encouraged to Explore Partnerships
Chief Executive Officer, Universal Service Fund (USF), Charlton McFarlane.
Chief Executive Officer, Universal Service Fund (USF), Charlton McFarlane.

USF Pursuing Solar Energy to Power Community Wi-Fi Services
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, makes his contribution to the 2025/26 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (May 20).
Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, makes his contribution to the 2025/26 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (May 20).

All Major Townships Outfitted with Public Wi-Fi

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Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (second right) embraces Lorraine Barnes as he presents her with a laptop during a ceremony at the National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC) office in Kingston on Friday (May 9). Ms. Barnes was one of eight high performers in a digital literacy course offered to senior citizens by the HEART NSTA/Trust. Sharing the moment (L-R ) are Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Universal Service Fund (USF), Charlton McFarlane; Deputy Managing Director, National Training & Programmes Division at HEART NSTA/Trust, Dr. Cheryl McLaughlin; NCSC Chair, Dr. Julian McKoy-Davis; and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dione Jennings.
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Senior Citizens Excel in Digital Literacy Course

Thirty-seven senior citizens, aged 62 to 89 years old, have obtained City & Guilds qualifications after excelling in a digital literacy programme. The Introduction to Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Proficiency course was conducted over an eight-week period by the HEART/NSTA Trust in collaboration with the Ministry of Labour and Social Security and the National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC)....
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Managing Director of Universal Service Fund (USF), Charlton McFarlane (second left), uses his phone to access the Internet, following the launch of Community Wi-Fi in Clifton in Portmore, St. Catherine on Friday (February 7). He is joined by (from left), community member, Rosemarie McNaughty; Member of Parliament (MP) for St. Catherine Southern, Fitz Jackson; and Councillor for Greater Portmore North, Gary Nicholson.
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USF Community Wi-fi Launch in Clifton, Portmore (PHOTOS)

Managing Director of Universal Service Fund (USF), Charlton McFarlane (second left), uses his phone to access the Internet, following the launch of Community Wi-Fi in Clifton in Portmore, St. Catherine on Friday (February 7). He is joined by (from left), community member, Rosemarie McNaughty; Member of Parliament (MP) for St. Catherine Southern, Fitz Jackson; and Councillor for Greater Portmore North,...
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Acting Chief Executive Officer, Universal Service Fund, Andrew McRae.
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USF Committed to Bridging the Digital Divide

Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Universal Service Fund (USF), Andrew McRae, says his organisation remains steadfast in bridging Jamaica’s digital divide and enhancing the quality of life for all citizens. Mr. McRae said the USF’s mission is to ensure that all Jamaicans have access to the vital digital tools needed to thrive in today’s technology-driven world, irrespective of their...
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The Diocese of Jamaica and the Cayman Islands marked a significant milestone on July 24, 2024, with the launch of a special commemorative stamp issued in denominations of $60.00. and $100.00.
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Special Commemorative Stamp Launched for Diocese of Jamaica

The Diocese of Jamaica and the Cayman Islands marked a significant milestone on July 24, 2024, with the launch of a special commemorative stamp, in partnership with Jamaica Post. This event, held at St. Luke's Church Hall in Cross Roads, Kingston, marked the 200th anniversary of the Diocese, which was officially established on July 24, 1824, by Letters Patent issued...
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Prime Minister the Most. Hon. Andrew Holness (left), greets President and Chief Executive Officer the at Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS), Hugh Grant, during a meeting with the executive team of the JPS at the Office of the Prime Minister on Monday (August 5).
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PM Urges JPS to Provide Date for Restoration of Power to Southwest St. Elizabeth

Prime Minister, the Most. Hon. Andrew Holness is urging the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) to provide a commitment date to restore electricity to Southwest St. Elizabeth, which was among the areas hardest hit by Hurricane Beryl. He made the call at a meeting held with the JIS executive team at the Office of the Prime Minister on Monday (August...
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Acting Director General, Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM), Richard Thompson (centre), presents a gift to President, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Akihiko Tanaka, during his courtesy call and site visit at ODPEM’s head office on Haining Road in Kingston on Wednesday (July 31). Looking on is Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development, Marsha Henry-Smith. Mr. Tanaka and other JICA officials were updated during the visit on the Improvement of Emergency Communication System Project in Jamaica, a collaborative effort between ODPEM and the Agency.
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PHOTOS: JICA President Visits ODPEM

Acting Director General, Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM), Richard Thompson (centre), presents a gift to President, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Akihiko Tanaka, during his courtesy call and site visit at ODPEM’s head office on Haining Road in Kingston on Wednesday (July 31). Looking on is Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development,...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, makes a statement in the House of Representatives on July 16.
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Telecoms Services Restored for Majority of Customers

Telecommunications companies Digicel and Flow are reporting that significant coverage has been restored for customers, following the passage of Hurricane Beryl. Addressing the House of Representatives on July 16, Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, said Flow reported that as of July 15, out of a total of 782 sites, 588 are online and population coverage is 88 per...
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