Entertaining Yourself When You’re Broke

As the Government continues to emphasize social distancing and restrict gatherings of people in response to the outbreak of COVID-19, opportunities have opened up to facilitate home schooling and distance learning for the nation’s students. The Ministry of Education, Youth and Information has partnered with several educational service providers to create content for students, in a bid to keep them engaged at home while schools remain closed, to contain the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Press play to get the details.

Jamaican Manufactures and distributors have responded to the impact of COVI19 on the local and global economy, especially amidst fears of a possible shortage of food and critical items. The impact of the pandemic on the supply of raw material is a major concern. listen to this feature as we discuss how manufacturers are preparing the country in light of the crisis of COVID19.

Homeschooling involves children being taught at home instead of sending them to a traditional public or private school. In Jamaica, there is an established association that facilitates homeschool education. Press play to find out how to become apart of this alternative to public schooling.

Since the first case of COVID-19 was announced, Jamaicans have been taking steps to secure themselves and their families from contracting the virus, as well as dealing with any arising eventualities. However, there are some who don't possess the means to stock up on basic commodities, therefore the Government is moving to fill that gap, providing support for the indigent. Press play to find out how.

In detailing the Government’s COVID-19 economic relief measures during his closing Budget Debate presentation on March 24, Dr. Clarke outlined that although the future is uncertain, there are enough resources to address the country’s immediate needs. Press play to find out what the government is putting in place to prevent an economic fallout.