AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Push: The US plans to auction huge water areas around American Samoa for deep-sea mining, a move that breaks with the Jamaica-based International Seabed Authority and could intensify calls for a moratorium. Education Tech & AI Policy: Jamaica Teachers’ Association is urging a national AI policy for schools after CXC’s School-Based Assessment overhaul, warning the changes could ripple across teaching and assessment. UWI Expansion: UWI has outlined a 3–4 year capital expansion for Mona and Western campuses, including a new School of Engineering and a 50-bed hospital. Student Support: UWI expansion plans come with assurances of no cost hikes for students. Integrity Commission: The Integrity Commission says it can’t locate seven former public officials tied to statutory declaration charges, leaving cases dormant. Utilities Customer Service: OUR’s mystery shopping finds long waits and inconsistent help across JPS, NWC, Digicel and Flow, pushing for unified service standards. Road Safety & Traffic Tech: ITA reports fatal crashes remain a crisis; meanwhile, demerit points start Oct 1, and Mammee Bay toll congestion will be eased with extra lanes and stronger E-Pass use. Cybersecurity: Fortinet reports Jamaica saw 5.4 million cyberattack attempts in 2026.
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