The MSME Business Roadshow is making waves across the country, bringing together entrepreneurs, industry experts, government officials, and other stakeholders to enhance the sector’s contribution to economic growth and development. Organised by the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, the Roadshow initiative, launched in 2023, serves as a one-stop shop for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSME) to access all...

The National Compliance and Regulatory Authority (NCRA) is marking one year since its legal establishment as the regulatory arm of the Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ). An entity under the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, the NCRA is charged with safeguarding consumer health and safety and promoting fairness in trade by verifying the quality of products sold within the...

For many micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Jamaica, the road to success is often paved with challenges that can hinder growth. However, for entrepreneurs like Andrea Jackson Robinson, Tamieka Sewell Phang, and Fitzroy Ferguson, the Government’s Digital Jamaica Project has been a game-changer, providing them with the digital skills necessary to propel their businesses forward. Launched in October...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has hailed the late Robert "Ducksie" Russell as a true visionary and patriot whose impact will forever be etched in the hearts of Jamaicans. He said that Mr. Russell was an “ambassador of goodwill” whose contributions to the country’s business landscape are unparalleled. Dr. Holness was delivering a tribute at the funeral...

The Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) Jamaica Business Gateway (JBG) is transforming the process of doing business in the country. Launched in 2023, the digital platform has streamlined interactions between businesses and government entities, reducing the time and cost for the acquisition of permits, licences and other business-related needs. Lengthy turnaround times coupled with multiple processes and redundancies, have been significantly...

While toys are an integral part of holiday fun, especially at Christmas, the Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) and Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) are encouraging parents and guardians to prioritise children’s health and well-being when shopping for these items. Director of Communication at the CAC, Latoya Halstead, says although toys provide fun, they can also pose potential risks, including hearing loss....

Co-owner and Marketing Director of Shavuot International, Joel Harris, embodies the spirit of resilience and innovation that characterises the Jamaican entrepreneur. His journey, which began in 2013 alongside his father, is a testament to the power of determination, learning from failure, and a commitment to community. Speaking to JIS News, Mr. Harris says the partnership with his father was born...

In 2013, Jordan Dawson decided to take the plunge in fulfilling a long-held dream of starting a business that would be focused on buying and selling fresh, local produce like mango, breadfruit and ackee to international markets. Hailing from St. Thomas, there was no shortage of farmers to choose from in terms of securing supplies. But, at the very outset,...