Agency says cost of critical basic food items remains relatively constant Although there were concerns raised that some proprietors may have been unjustly increasing the prices of goods and services in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, the Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) said it has found no evidence to support this. The agency that is responsibleContinue reading “CAC: No sign of price gouging”
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JBDC Embarking on Second Year of Digital Transition Programme
The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) is set to embark on the second year of its transformative digital transition programme. This undertaking is aimed at, among other things, assisting in propelling Jamaica into a fully digital economy. JBDC Chief Executive Officer, Valerie Veira, made the announcement in her remarks delivered during the Digital Jamaica SummitContinue reading “JBDC Embarking on Second Year of Digital Transition Programme”
COJ Establishes Anti-Money Laundering Unit
An Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Unit has been established within the Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ) to enhance regulatory compliance and transparency. This strategic move comes in response to the heightened scrutiny and monitoring efforts by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) to combat money laundering and ensure financial integrity. Speaking at a recent Jamaica InformationContinue reading “COJ Establishes Anti-Money Laundering Unit”
SEZ Business Operators Urged to Register as Data Controllers
Business operators in Jamaica’s Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are being urged to register as data controllers in an effort to mitigate risks and increase investor interest. Under the Data Protection Act, persons who hold, receive, use, collect or deal with personally identifiable information of any individual are considered data controllers, and must register with theContinue reading “SEZ Business Operators Urged to Register as Data Controllers”
130 MSMEs Benefit from Procurement Readiness Training
A total of 130 micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) recently benefited from training to bolster their capacity to compete for public-sector contracts. The four-part Public Procurement Readiness Project workshops were organised by the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, and facilitated by the Office of Public Procurement Policy (OPPP) within the Ministry of FinanceContinue reading “130 MSMEs Benefit from Procurement Readiness Training”
Jamaica Accedes to the Marrakesh Treaty
Jamaica marked a momentous occasion on Wednesday, August 28, when the nation officially acceded to the Marrakesh Treaty. The Treaty, which was adopted by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in 2013, is a pivotal international agreement designed to facilitate access to published works for persons who are blind, visually impaired or otherwise print disabled.Continue reading “Jamaica Accedes to the Marrakesh Treaty”
Private Sector Invited to Seize Growth Opportunities in Jamaica
Private-sector stakeholders are being encouraged to seize growth opportunities in Jamaica. Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, made the call while addressing the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) Partners’ Circle Meeting at the entity’s head office in Kingston on Friday (August 23). He emphasised the potential for economic growthContinue reading “Private Sector Invited to Seize Growth Opportunities in Jamaica”
JBDC Hosts Four-Day Workshop on Jewellery-Making Techniques
The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) will host a four-day workshop titled ‘The Perfect Finish: Metal Meets Wood’, at its Incubator & Resource Centre every Saturday in October. Each session will run from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., offering participants a unique opportunity to acquire advanced jewellery-making techniques, with a special emphasis on merging metalContinue reading “JBDC Hosts Four-Day Workshop on Jewellery-Making Techniques”
Copyright Act Amended to Facilitate Individuals Who are Blind or Visually Impaired
Jamaica has taken a significant step towards inclusivity with the recent amendment to the Copyright Act, prior to the country’s accession to the Marrakesh Treaty on August 28, 2024. The treaty, designed to facilitate access to published works for individuals who are blind, visually impaired, or otherwise print disabled, marks a critical advancement in addressingContinue reading “Copyright Act Amended to Facilitate Individuals Who are Blind or Visually Impaired”
Consumers Urged to Use CAC’s Price Enquiry Tool for Textbook Purchases
The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is encouraging persons to use its price enquiry tool as a resource to obtain valuable information to assist in textbook purchases, in their back-to-school preparation. Persons can access the price enquiry tool on the Commission’s website, cac.gov.jm. Between July 29 and August 2024, the Commission visited 64 bookstores across the islandContinue reading “Consumers Urged to Use CAC’s Price Enquiry Tool for Textbook Purchases”
