Vaccine hesitancy a real challenge
The World Health Organization (WHO) has approved six different vaccines for emergency use and the distribution of vaccines is moving forward…
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Career banker from Old Harbour reveals important lesson behind his success
The Old Harbour native and resident is a well-known figure, having attended Marlie Mount Primary and Old Harbour High schools before spending…
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Framework exists for introduction of central bank digital currency
Speaking in a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Get the Facts’ television interview, Director of the BOJ’s Payment…
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Economic group endorses Jamaica’s continued relevance of ‘people-centered’ SDGs
The JEP is part of a partnership between the United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office (UNRCO) and the Department of Economics at…
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Old Harbour among tax offices to open this Saturday
The following Tax Offices will operate this Saturday between the hours of 10:00 am – 2:00 pm:
Cross Roads
Mandeville…
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Entrepreneur Jehmeil Shrouder says ENDS is worth it
Mr. Shrouder launched Quick City Run in March of this year and registered on the ENDS pilot in April.
“ENDS is worth it and more…
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Gov't sweetens $200K Go-Digital Grant pot for MSMEs
While speaking at the First Global Bank’s 4th SME Summit, ‘Accelerating Growth Through Digitization,’ on Wednesday, May 19…
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St Catherine woman quits her job to reap profits from farming
The 35-year-old was trained in accounting and hospitality and worked in some of the major service establishments over the past decade, both…
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Scotiabank’s message as Old Harbour branch closes permanently
May 14, 2021 will go down as the day Scotiabank Old Harbour closes its doors permanently. It’s a decision, though heavily criticized by…
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Jamaica Bedding customizing the right mattress for you
Scientifically it is said that getting adequate sleep is just as or some will argue even more important that exercise.
However, a…
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Scotia Investment, GK Capital raise $3B for GraceKennedy
The proceeds of the issue will support GraceKennedy’s larger strategy of mergers and acquisitions.
The bonds were issued under…
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Jamaica economy panel expects slow recovery
The Jamaican Economy Panel is a new initiative and partnership between the United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office (UNRCO) and the…
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Business leaders welcome proposed digital currency
The Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) is spearheading implementation of the CBDC, a digital form of central bank-issued legal tender that can be…
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UK firm to establish and manage new SMEs Fund in Jamaica
The company was chosen to be the sole manager after a recent ‘Call for Proposals’ from local and international private equity…
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Old Harbour tax office listed for Saturday operations
Hence, the Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) will open these select tax offices on Saturday April 17 and Saturday April 24, 2021.
The…
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Entire St Catherine now able to participate in ENDS
During this phase potential vendors in participating parishes will be able to submit applications via the system’s official website…
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