COMMUNITY WI-FI MAY BE OUR GAME CHANGER
Posted Feb 19, 2024

Internet access in Jamaica grew a lot in the last decade, as it did elsewhere. Our people took to the new technology rapidly. The Government says 82% of Jamaicans now have access, up from 42% in 2015 (World Bank). Rural Jamaica and some disadvantaged communities, however, lacks the infrastructure to support wide internet access. To improve their connectivity, the Community Wi-Fi Programme, funded by the Universal Service Fund, offers free WiFi service in places where access is difficult. Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport Daryl Vaz, says the initiative is moving  Internet coverage closer to 100%.

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HEALTHY HABITS FOR A HAPPIER YEAR
Posted Jan 08, 2024

We all make well intentioned resolutions to improve our lives in the new year, and physical fitness is usually at the top of the list. Why not add mental fitness for a complete personal wellness overhaul and pave the way for a truly fulfilling and joyful year ahead.

In Jamaica, we emphasize physical wellness as the foundation of a healthy being. We now invite you to consider a more holistic approach to your health. Prioritize nourishing your body with a balanced diet, being physically active and nurturing your mind through stress management and mindfulness practices. Here are a few ways to accomplish these goals.

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JAMAICANS CHRISTMAS BELIEFS & TRADITIONS
Posted Nov 27, 2023

Jamaican Christmas means festive decorations and delicious meals. But we also have a rich tapestry of sayings, traditions, and superstitions that add unique flavors to the holiday season. Starting with the proverb "A nuh every day a Chris’mus," which underscores the idea that not every day is a celebration, let's look at more Jamaican Christmas sayings, traditions, and superstitions.

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SHOP LOCAL THIS CHRISTMAS
Posted Nov 20, 2023

Technology at our fingertips makes it easy to shop online and beat the holiday rush. Online shopping vastly expands our ability to treat ourselves and our loved ones to unique finds. But that is not the only option, and it certainly is not the one that most benefits Jamaica. This Christmas, we urge Jamaicans to patronize local merchants who offer great stuff/buys at home in your community and surroundings. Give your feet as much of a workout as your fingers and discover the treasures available locally.

The benefits of shopping in Jamaica are many, so here are a few to motivate you to switch today.

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JAMAICA NEEDS SOCIAL MEDIA ETIQUETTE
Posted Nov 03, 2023

Social order is reliant on citizens agreeing to act in ways that benefit the common good. Certain approved behaviours in our face-to-face interactions allow us to interact harmoniously or with restraint when conditions are unfriendly. Now that our social interactions are mostly in the digital space, we must consider whether real-world social conventions followed us into this virtual world?

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