AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoTourism & Jobs: Jamaica welcomed 2.34 million visitors through August 31, delivering about US$2.5b in earnings, even with roughly 70% of pre-Melissa hotel room capacity still offline—more reopenings are expected by end-2026/early 2027. Education & Human Capital: Jamaica Teachers’ Association warns the country is in an “education emergency” but says it hasn’t been formally named, citing repeated disruptions and a lack of urgency around learning recovery. Disaster-Resilient Connectivity: Universal Service Fund is rolling out solar-powered community Wi‑Fi hotspots with battery storage to keep internet running during power failures, following Hurricane Melissa lessons. Food Security & Agriculture: Tourism State Minister Tova Hamilton urged hotels to buy more Jamaican produce, use digital supply linkages, and sign forward procurement contracts to help farmers invest in climate-resilient systems. Business & Finance: Development Bank of Jamaica support for MSMEs is getting a boost, with the MSME Alliance praising improved access for micro and small businesses. Infrastructure & Public Services: Jamaica Post is building a perimeter wall at the Spanish Town Post Office, expected to finish within a month while services continue. Governance & Oversight: JAMRROC was launched to educate the public and oversee NaRRA’s post-Hurricane Melissa reconstruction work. Culture & Recognition: Reggae star Koffee’s “Toast” hits gold certification in France, adding to prior platinum in the UK and gold in Canada.
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