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Hon. Nigel Clarke, DPhil., MP, (2nd left) Minister of Finance and the Public Service and Lilia Burunciuc (2nd right), World Bank Country Director for the Caribbean Countries sign a loan agreement to support the Jamaica Social Protection for Increased Resilience and Opportunities Project during a visibility ceremony at the ministry on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. Looking on are Collette Roberts Risden (left), Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Labour and Social Security and Dr. Jaime Saavedra Chanduvi (right), World Bank Human Development Director for Latin America and the Caribbean Region.
Kingston, Jamaica: Thursday, May 21, 2026
The Ministry of Finance and the Public Service (MOFPS) has signed a J$1.7 billion financial agreement with the European Union (EU) for the Digital Transitioning Programme aimed at supporting Jamaica’s Information Communication Technology (ICT) Policy. A handover ceremony to mark the agreement between the two partners was held at the MOFPS on Thursday, May 21, 2026.
The Digital Jamaica Programme, which was finalised on July 25, 2023, is aimed at increasing access to affordable and secure broadband connectivity by educational institutions and places of safety for children.
The programme also seeks to strengthen the digital competencies of early childhood and primary-level educators and increase technology adoption by micro, small and medium-sized enterprises.
Speaking at the ceremony, Hon. Zavia Mayne, MP, State Minister within the Ministry of Finance and the Public Service, noted that the programme represents a critical investment in Jamaica’s digital economy.
“The Digital Jamaica Programme represents an investment of J$1.7 billion toward Jamaica’s digital future and aligns directly with Vision 2030 Jamaica and our national objective of building a modern, inclusive and technology-driven economy and society. Digital transformation is no longer optional. It is essential to national competitiveness, economic resilience and social inclusion,” said Minister Mayne.
Meanwhile, Ambassador Dr Erja Askola, Head of Delegation, European Union, reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to advancing Jamaica’s digital future and underscored the broader impact of the Programme on education and social development.
“I strongly believe that digital transformation is one of the greatest equalisers of the 21st century. Over a thousand schools and dozens of children’s homes will gain stronger and secure connectivity. We are not simply expanding networks; we are expanding future opportunities”, said Ambassador Askola.
The primary GOJ beneficiaries of the Digital Jamaica Programme are the Ministry of Energy, Transport and Telecommunication, the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information and the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce.
In the meantime, Ambassador Dr Rocky Meade, CD, JP, Permanent Secretary for the Office of the Prime Minister, highlighted the strategic significance of the Digital Jamaica Programme.
“While the Digital Transformation programme, Digital Jamaica, is one of several initiatives aimed at supporting the country’s transition towards a digital society, it is significant for a couple of specific reasons. Firstly, it represents the first bilateral EU Global Gateway Flagship Programme to be signed in the Caribbean and is strategically designed to address Jamaica’s digitalisation challenges relating to access and capacity in the ICT, Education and Business sectors. Secondly, the Programme supplements several initiatives aimed at transforming the country and the public sector with its key focus on connectivity, people and the digital economy,” said Ambassador Meade.
The programme is being implemented over 48 months using a budget support modality consisting of three fixed and three variable tranches. To date, J$613.5 million has already been disbursed in support of the initiative.
The EU has been a longstanding development partner to Jamaica for over five decades, supporting key sectors such as governance, climate resilience, infrastructure and private sector development.
The handover marks a significant step forward in Jamaica’s digital journey, positioning the country to better harness innovation, drive productivity and compete in a rapidly evolving global economy.
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The Hon. Nigel Clarke, D.Phil., MP
Minister of Finance and the Public Service
30 National Heroes Circle, Kingston 4
Tel: (876) 932-4656 / 4660 / 4655
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The Ministry of Finance and the Public Service (MOFPS) has signed a J$1.7 billion financial agreement with the European Union (EU) for the Digital Transitioning Programme aimed at supporting Jamaica’s Information Communication Technology (ICT) Policy. A handover ceremony to mark the agreement between the two partners was held at the MOFPS on Thursday, May 21, 2026.
Hon. Fayval Williams, MP, CFA, Minister of Finance and the Public Service (MOFPS), is urging permanent secretaries and heads of entities to be innovative and strategic as they lead in building a resilient and future-proof public service. She made the call during the Government of Jamaica (GOJ) Service Excellence Conference 2026 held at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Following a meeting on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, between the Ministry of Finance and the Public Service (MOFPS) and the Jamaica Confederation of Trade Unions (JCTU), both parties are pleased to advise that an agreement has been reached to resume annual performance-based salary increments.
Honourable Fayval Williams, Minister of Finance and the Public Service, announces the commencement of the search for a new Governor of the Bank of Jamaica (“BOJ”) who would be expected to succeed Governor Richard Byles on the completion of his term of appointment on August 18, 2026. The search will take place in keeping with the principles of transparency and good governance.
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