Jamaican government plans to provide more affordable broadband service

The Jamaican government has announced plans to expand affordable broadband services to underserved communities throughout the country.

This initiative aims to increase digital inclusion and ensure that more citizens can access the Internet at a reasonable cost.

Strategic plans unveiled

During the eGov Digital Public Service Strategic Discussion held at Jamaica House on June 26, Senator the Hon. Dr. Dana Morris Dixon, Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with oversight for Skills, Digital Transformation, and Information, detailed the government’s approach.

The strategy includes exploring public-private partnerships (PPP) to leverage existing infrastructure, enabling third-party providers to offer broadband services in communities that currently lack sufficient access.

Collaboration and cost reduction efforts

The government is collaborating with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to explore ways to reduce broadband costs for Jamaicans.