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Network of Chambers of Commerce (CARICHAM)
Regional businesses, including Jamaican MSME’s, will soon be able to identify trade and investment opportunities across the Caribbean all in one spot…that’s a part of a key objective under the recently launched Network of Caribbean Chambers of Commerce.
Housing Development Continues at Luana in St Elizabeth
In an effort to provide more housing solutions for Jamaicans, the Housing Agency of Jamaica is looking to the west. The agency recently announced that work is proceeding smoothly on the construction of phase three of the Luana Gardens Housing Development.
Agriculture Ministry Working To Develop Land Bank
A land bank is being developed to identify property across the island that’s suitable for agriculture, but not being used for this purpose. Agriculture Ministry, Audley Shaw says the lands are classified in three categories: sugar company lands that are no longer being used for planting cane, lands held by the National Land Agency NLA and mined out bauxite lands.
Midday News April 23, 2019
Bright Journey Eye care mission set to exceed the target for free cataract surgeries; organizations being urged to adhere to building regulations and Howard Cooke Boulevard bridge in Montego Bay to be repaired.
St. Catherine High School Get Refurbished Science Lab
A fully equipped, state-of-the-art, refurbished science laboratory was recently handed over to St. Catherine High School in Spanish Town, St. Catherine. Jean Lowrie-Chin, The Digicel Foundation, says the renovation done at a cost of 10.5 million dollars represents their ongoing commitment to science education.
USF Pathways to Success
The Government’s work to address unemployment and facilitate youth development were celebrated recently at the Technology Access Programme (TAP) Closing Ceremony. Under TAP, 890 young people from vulnerable communities across all 14 parishes successfully completed training in various disciplines in collaboration with the Caribbean Maritime University.