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This feature explores how persons can help the elderly to navigate their lives in the midst of the COVID19 pandemic. Listen to hear more

On this feature, we will look at how the National Child Month Committee (NCMC), plans to host Child Month 2020 amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. With Jamaicans instructed to avoid mass gatherings as part of measures to contain the spread of the virus, services will be held virtually. Find out more on this feature.  

Eye on Justice is a 5 minute radio programme brought to you by the Ministry of Justice. On this edition we will continue our conversation on expungement, and who is eligible for this benefit. Press play to hear more.

Stemming from the COVID-19 outbreak at the Alorica Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) Centre in St. Catherine, all such entities were ordered closed temporarily, with specific exemptions. This to help contain the spread of the virus. As such a BPO taskforce has been setup to ensure minimal disruption to the sector’s operations. Find out more about this programme on this feature.

The government has implemented a protocol to manage the inflow of Jamaican nationals who have been stranded overseas, due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. This re-entry process will be done on a gradual and phased basis, and is subject to the strict protocols and availability of quarantine facilities on the island. Find out more about how the government is managing the reentry...

The majority of pension recipient receive payments by cashing vouchers and cheques at post offices. But due to the current COVID-19 outbreak and its health risk for vulnerable groups including older pensioners, persons with disabilities and those with underlying health conditions, the government is discouraging large gatherings to practice social distancing. Find out how the governemnt plans to implement greater...

Jamaican consumers purchase goods and services from business owners every day, but not all transactions go as planned, which may result in a dispute. Some cases can be resolved quickly and easily, while others may require a mediator, and that’s where the Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) can help. Find out how the CAC’s can help you in filing a complaint...

A number of persons are finding light during this dark COVID-19 time by picking up on economic opportunities that have been presenting themselves. With the government mandating all citizens to wear masks while in public spaces as part of efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19, many persons are venturing into mask production. In this edition of Jamaica Made, we speak to...

The government through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade has been providing support to Jamaican nationals abroad impacted by the novel coronavirus.Due to the lockdown of the ports of entry in several countries including Jamaica, many nationals are currently stranded overseas. Find out how they have been responding to this global health crisis.

Each day, thousands of essential workers leave their homes and families, brave the elements and go out into the field to tend to patients who may have contracted COVID-19. However, a major deterrent to their work is the discriminatory behavior of ordinary citizens. On this feature, one health worker shares some of the challenges she has faced as a result of...

COVID-19 continues to impact all sectors of society in a number of ways. But the Government’s ability to accurately determine the extent to which the pandemic is impacting the country may is also being challenged. We tell you why on this edition of Going for Growth.