Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Chief of Operations for the Caribbean Region, Karisa Ribeiro, says the Boosting Innovation, Growth and Entrepreneurship Ecosystems (BIGEE) Programme remains instrumental in driving the expansion of several micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) across Jamaica. “To date, over 1,400 MSMEs and 50 ecosystem institutions have received direct assistance under the programme;Continue reading “IDB Official Affirms BIGEE’s Role in Driving MSME Growth Across Jamaica”
Category Archives: News
MSMEs A Key Growth Driver – Minister Hill
Industry, Investment and Commerce Minister, Hon. Aubyn Hill, has reiterated the Government’s commitment to the micro, small and medium-sized enterprise (MSME) sector as a key driver of long-term economic growth. “Our economic stability must be converted into strong and sustainable economic growth… . We are focused on that; this is where our micro, small andContinue reading “MSMEs A Key Growth Driver – Minister Hill”
CAC Hosts Upcycling Competition
The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) on Friday (July 18) held its inaugural Upcycling Competition awards ceremony at the Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ) offices in Kingston. The initiative enabled participants to showcase their artistic skills by transforming discarded materials into unique and functional pieces. Chief Executive Officer of the CAC, Dolsie Allen, told JIS NewsContinue reading “CAC Hosts Upcycling Competition”
Business Roadshow Reaches Thousands of MSMEs
Thousands of Micro, Small and Medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and individuals have been engaged through the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce’s islandwide roadshows. “We have had roadshows in eight different parishes, Manchester, St. James, St. Ann, Kingston, St. Catherine, Clarendon, St. Elizabeth and Westmoreland engaging 2000 MSME businesses [and] 2100 individual entrepreneurs,” Portfolio Minister, SenatorContinue reading “Business Roadshow Reaches Thousands of MSMEs”
Gov’t Recommits Supporting MSMEs – PM Holness
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to improving access to financing for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), emphasising their vital role in driving inclusive growth and strengthening Jamaica’s economy. Addressing the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce’s MSME Linkages Day event at the University of Technology (UTech)Continue reading “Gov’t Recommits Supporting MSMEs – PM Holness”
$668 Million Approved for Local Film Productions
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says $668 million has been approved for local film productions under the Jamaica Screen Development Initiative (JSDI). He said that the funds, which will be disbursed shortly, will benefit 91 micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMES). “This is a priority sector because of its inherent value toContinue reading “$668 Million Approved for Local Film Productions”
Gov’t Empowering MSMES to Scale Up Exports
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says that Government continues to empower micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) to increase exports and enter new markets. “Through Export Jamaica and the Export Academy, we are ensuring that Jamaican businesses, large and small, can identify new markets, understand trade rules and compete with confidence,” heContinue reading “Gov’t Empowering MSMES to Scale Up Exports”
MIIC Delivers J$3M in Two Prizes at MSME Linkages Day
Kingston, Jamaica — Tuesday, July 15, 2025: Two outstanding Jamaican MSME businesses have secured J$3 million in prizes at the MSME Masters Business Pitch Competition, a sub-event MSME Linkages Day, hosted by the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce at the University of Technology Auditorium on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Prime Minister, Dr. the MostContinue reading “MIIC Delivers J$3M in Two Prizes at MSME Linkages Day”
Westlands Expansion Project Agreement Signed to Boost Kingston’s Container Storage Capacity
The Port Authority of Jamaica (PAJ) and Kingston Freeport Terminal Limited (KFTL), on Thursday (July 10), signed an agreement for the Westlands Expansion Project, which aims to increase container storage capacity and facilitate near-port logistics. Signatories to the agreement include Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness; PAJ Chairman, Alok Jain, and President andContinue reading “Westlands Expansion Project Agreement Signed to Boost Kingston’s Container Storage Capacity”
Scores of Entrepreneurs Display Jamaican-Made Products at ‘Christmas in July’ Trade Show
One hundred and eighty entrepreneurs and small-business owners have been given the opportunity to display a wide range of Jamaican-made products at the 11th staging of the ‘Christmas in July’ trade show. The two-day event, which is being held on July 10 and 11, provides an avenue for local producers and creatives to showcase their wares,Continue reading “Scores of Entrepreneurs Display Jamaican-Made Products at ‘Christmas in July’ Trade Show”
