The Government remains committed to strengthening the institutional capacity for increased banana and plantain production. This undertaking was reiterated by Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., who...

The Central Bank is reporting that Jamaica’s inflation rate is decreasing. Data from the Statistical Institute of Jamaica (STATIN) show that the rate, which peaked at 11.8 per cent in...

Student participation in the annual Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) festival of the performing arts remains high. Acting JCDC Executive Director, Marjorie Leyden-Kirton, told JIS News that student involvement is...

The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is urging customers to ensure that contracts for products and services being obtained, especially with financial institutions, are fully understood before entering into any agreement....

The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) is focused on delivering quality customer service through the creation of a responsive and modern agricultural extension service. The focus is in keeping with...

Consumers are being urged to safeguard their personal information when shopping online during the Christmas season to avoid becoming victims of scamming and identity theft. Information Technology Manager at the...

The findings of a study on the Socio-Economic Impact of Disability on Children and Access to Safety Nets in Jamaica are now available. This was disclosed by Acting Country Representative,...

The National Certification Body of Jamaica (NCBJ) has embarked on a project aimed at expanding its service offerings to manufacturers and exporters locally and in Caribbean Forum (CARIFORUM) countries. The...