Within the Caribbean, Jamaica is leading the charge to bolster the IT infrastructure to address cybersecurity threats, and develop a strong cadre of IT professionals. With that in mind, Jamaican youngsters are being encouraged to consider careers in IT so they can help shore up the country’s defenses against these types of threats.
45,000 Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine doses arrive in country, schools advised to put protocols in place for resumption of face-to-face learning and cruise vessel to visit Falmouth pier next month.
Students who are having issues accessing online learning platforms are being encouraged to make use of the Education Ministry’s 24-hour educational television channels while work continues to improve Internet connectivity across the island.
National Mathematics Coordinator, Dr. Tamika Benjamin recently sat down with Theodore Henry, host of the discussion programme ‘Get The Facts,’ to share the details about a partnership between the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information and the National Parenting Support Commission geared towards helping parents assist their children in developing the problem solving and critical thinking skills needed to use...
On this week’s House Matters, New COVID-19 containment measures announced and debate begins on Trafficking In Persons (Prevention, Suppression, and Punishment) Amendment Act 2021
Face to Face classes to resume next month for some schools, Government to re-consider ban on infirmary admissions and MOU signed to establish hospitality school named after hotelier Gordon “Butch” Stewart. The news in detail after the break.
Vulnerable persons and those adversely affected by COVID-19 are to benefit from a $1-billion national food drive being implemented by the Government. Learn more in this drama.
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