AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEducation & Tech Investment: Digicel Foundation signed MoUs to fund ICT smart labs at three teacher training colleges, adding well over US$80,000 per institution to Jamaica’s push for tech-ready classrooms. Tourism & Urban Development: UDC launched its “Enjoy Your Jamaica” summer campaign, offering local perks at Dunn’s River and Ocho Rios beach events, while also highlighting the economic value of keeping attractions busy. Infrastructure & Public Services: Health Minister Dr Christopher Tufton denied new delays to the Cornwall Regional Hospital rehab, saying completion is still targeted for 2026. Business & Consumer Costs: Coronation Market’s Market Bag shows mixed food pricing—onion at $300/lb and lettuce down, but yellow yam up to $500. Finance & Credit: Development Bank of Jamaica retained strong credit ratings with a stable outlook from CariCRIS, citing governance, capital strength and digital transformation. Regional Integration: CARICOM marks its 53rd anniversary with renewed calls for collective action to drive sustainable growth. Security & Governance: Jamaica Trade Facilitation Working Group relaunched to strengthen public-private collaboration for faster trade through the Port of Kingston and logistics expansion. Human Capital & Youth: Aspirar Jamaica launched an iAspire internship programme to bridge education and employment with mentorship and stipends.
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