AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoWater & Climate Data: Matthew Samuda says the Government is buying a supercomputer for the Planning Institute of Jamaica to model and officially “cost out” the impact of heat on the economy. Wastewater & Infrastructure: NaRRA will drive a US$200m overhaul of Kingston and St Andrew’s failing sewerage lines under a long-delayed Corporate Area fix. Agriculture & Security: Trelawny’s Area One Agricultural Protection Branch reports praedial larceny is “almost nil” after targeted enforcement and arrests. Jobs & Sector Pulse: PIOJ data shows agriculture employed about 197,400 people in Oct 2025 (14% of employed labour), down year-on-year after Hurricane Melissa. Local Governance & Housing/Health: Montego Bay moves toward adding space for “social cases” at Cornwall Regional Hospital, aiming to house 50+ patients. Business & Compliance: Cannabis cultivators are urged to verify all info with the Cannabis Licensing Authority before investing or signing deals. Consumer Protection: A Portmore car salesman’s fraud case is referred to Restorative Justice after partial compensation to complainants. Tourism & Development: UDC plans a major redevelopment of Dunn’s River Falls and Park to turn it into a full-day destination. Construction Incentives: St James Municipal Corporation is exploring reduced fees for green developments. Shipping & Trade Disruption: A shipment of 3.5m syringes for Cuba remains held at Kingston after CMA CGM suspended services to Cuba. Industry & Finance: Manaksia Coated Metals reports a 162% jump in Q1 FY27 profit (regional business signal). Sports Sponsorship: Berger Paints becomes Official Paint Partner of the CPL for three years. AI Debate: A new push for an AI data centre is being questioned over whether Jamaica can deliver beyond big promises.
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