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The Jamaican economy is estimated to have grown by just shy of one percent for 2019, representing the seventh consecutive year of GDP growth. The Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) released the figures recently in its review of the fourth quarter of 2019. Press play to hear more of the details on this edition of Going For Growth.

The Trans Jamaica Highway initial public offering IPO will allow Jamaicans to invest in and own portions of Highway 2000 East West. But how much do you know about the company operating the highway and the size of the IPO opportunity? Press play to hear more about this investment.

In 2019, The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) committed 5 million US dollars to assist the Government of Jamaica to fund its Disaster Risk Finance Initiative (DRFI). This partnership to build disaster resilience, involving Jamaica and its largest trading partner spans many years, taking multiple forms- the latest being the supply of vehicles to boost the country’s disaster...

Eye on Justice a 5 minute radio programme brought to you by the Ministry of Justice, focusing on the Justice Sector. On this edition we will take a look at the new Mobile Justice Units, acquired by the Ministry of Justice. Press play to hear more.

In January, the Ministry of Health and Wellness launched a 50 million US dollar Health Systems Strengthening Programme to support the prevention and management of non-communicable diseases (NCD’s). 13 health facilities across the island are to be upgraded and equipped under a major programme being undertaken by the Government. Press play to learn more on this programme.

Children on a whole belong among the most vulnerable groups in our population. Children with learning disabilities, however, are especially vulnerable. On this programme we will look at the ‘Innovative Approaches to the Development of Children with Intellectual Disabilities’ project. Press play to hear more.

With the use of Information Communications Technology (ICT) tools in Jamaica on the rise, many companies are using ICT tools to find customers and deliver well needed services to Jamaicans daily. That has sparked a whole new industry, with many International companies now looking to Jamaica for ICT services. Press play to hear more about how the Business Processing Outsourcing (BPO)...

According to the Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) The prospects for the Jamaican economy remain positive. Press play to find out why on this edition of Going for Growth.  

The Government has started public consultations as it prepares to implement the new Bernard Lodge Development Master Plan in St Catherine. On February 20, residents of Dunbeholden and surrounding communities, gathered to hear updates from Ministries, Departments, Agencies and private stakeholders committed to the project. Press to play to find out more about this development.

The Human Employment and Resource Training/National Service Training Agency (HEART/NSTA) Trust is seeking to build civic responsibility among Jamaicans through its Volunteer Programme. Press play to find out how this initiative can positively enhance our communities and the society at large.