In 2018, local digital marketing and technology firm, Adtelligent, open its doors with investment of US$10,000. With the modest outlay, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Founder, Craig Powe, tells JIS News that the entity was able to purchase some essential pieces of equipment, such as computers and cameras, and hire a small, dedicated staff, as the company embarked on its...

The Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ) has embarked on its ‘Business Builder’ campaign, aimed at increasing awareness of the bank’s diverse funding options designed to support the growth and sustainability of businesses across Jamaica. This initiative, which began in June, underscores the DBJ’s commitment to fostering innovation, supporting sustainable development, and empowering micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). General Manager...

To help combat the escalating threat of plastic pollution, the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation (MEGJC) has launched a groundbreaking initiative – an internal ‘EcoChampions Recycling’ programme. Launched on Tuesday, August 27, at its offices on Half-Way Tree Road, the initiative is a follow-through on a direct call from Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, earlier this...

A feeling of nostalgia and pride permeated the air in the lush, green hills of Catadupa, St. James, on July 17, at the launch of the Heritage and Eco Tours. The Catadupa Heritage and Eco Tours initiative seeks to share and preserve the legacy of National Hero, the Right Excellent Samuel Sharpe, as well as promote the rich collection of...

The Government is making significant investment in improving the country’s water infrastructure to ensure that all Jamaicans, particularly citizens in rural communities, have reliable access to clean and safe water. The comprehensive programme involves upgrading inadequate and aged water and sewerage systems to mitigate the negative impacts of climate variability and change, said Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of...

Hydrography is a branch of applied sciences dealing with understanding, measuring and mapping seabed topography and coastal features, which is of particular importance to island territories such as Jamaica. The Topographic and Hydrographic branch of the National Land Agency (NLA) is responsible for the island’s hydrographic surveying and is the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) focal point for Jamaica. Jamaica officially...

The National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) will be observing National Environment Awareness Week 2024 with a slew of activities from June 1 to 7, under the theme: ‘Accelerating Ecosystem Restoration – A Call to Action’. The Week, being celebrated globally from June 3 to 8, aims to focus public attention on environmental issues thereby heightening awareness and stimulating action...

Everyone watched with delight as burn victim Adrianna Laing’s eyes lit up and her smile widened as she stepped over the threshold of her new home in Slipe, St. Elizabeth. The 14-year-old and her father, Adrian Laing, were gifted the home through the Government’s New Social Housing Programme (NSHP). The two-bedroom, one bathroom home was constructed at a cost of...