AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoDrought Pressure on Water Supply: The PNP says the Holness administration failed to prepare for Jamaica’s worsening drought, pointing to Hermitage Dam at about 31% and warning that rainfall patterns can’t be relied on, while highlighting non-revenue water and weak system linkages. Emergency Water Logistics: Government says it will intensify water trucking as drought deepens, with costs already at about J$86 million and possible escalation to J$500 million, prioritising hospitals, health centres, schools and vulnerable communities. Agriculture Access Boost: In St. Elizabeth, the Newcombe Valley to Amos Lane Farm Road was officially opened after a $50 million rehabilitation to support crop and livestock producers. Fuel Costs Rise: Petrojam announced higher prices for petrol and cooking gas, with E-10 87 up to $206.06/litre and butane up sharply to $86.91/litre. AI for Accessibility: BCJ and UNESCO partner to advance AI information accessibility ahead of the AI4IA conference on Sept. 28. Early Childhood Focus: ECC will prioritise the Zero to Three strategy and Brain Builder Centres for the 2026/27 academic year. Big Entertainment Push: BZR Weekend 2026 in Kingston expects 50,000+ patrons, with Cardi B headlining Oct. 18, and organisers say the event will drive major spending across hotels, vendors and SMEs. Music Industry: Skippa and Jahvillani are set to release “False Teeth” Aug. 28 as part of YGF Records’ 10th anniversary EP.
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