American micro loan and pawn company, CashWiz Holdings Limited, is targeting investment of just over $960 million (US$8 million) to expand its local operations to at least 12 stores, by...

The Scientific Research Council (SRC) is using tissue culture to increase the quality and yield of the sugar loaf and other types of pineapples in Jamaica. The Council has been...

The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is urging consumers  to be very cautious when considering  same day loans, also referred to as payday loans or quick loans. Director of Communication at...

Communications Specialist at the Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC), Dorothy Campbell, is urging citizens to adopt safe practices as they do their shopping and go about their various activities during the...

The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is urging consumers to spend wisely during the holiday season. Communications Specialist at the CAC, Dorothy Campbell, tells JIS News that before any holiday related...

Have an innovative idea? The Scientific Research Council (SRC), through its research and product development services, can help budding entrepreneurs turn their ideas into commercially viable businesses that can create...

Industry, Investment and Commerce Minister, Hon. Anthony Hylton, says the Government will continue to promote and facilitate investments in the very lucrative medical tourism sector. Medical tourism refers to persons...

The Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ) is intensifying its activities to increase the compliance rate among block makers. Already, a number of manufacturers have brought their operations up to standard,...