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Jamaica Launches $500 Million Grant Program for MSME Recovery

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The Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce launched a $500 million Restoration Grant Programme to assist micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises affected by Hurricane Melissa. Aubyn Hill explained the program includes a Tools of Trade Grant for self-employed individuals and a Fasst Biz Grant for small businesses. Dr Cliff Riley presented the project overview, noting the program is designed to strengthen business resilience across multiple sectors.

From jamaica-gleaner.com

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The program provides significant financial support to help businesses recover from Hurricane Melissa. The grants are structured to assist both self-employed tradespeople and smaller enterprises needing funds for premises and equipment restoration. This initiative is intended to advance economic recovery and strengthen business resilience in Jamaica.

Red Stripe, the Rural Agricultural Development Authority, and the Desnoes and Geddes Foundation are all active in Jamaica, with RADA and the Foundation supporting farmers.

From jamaica-gleaner.com

Who's involved

  • Rural Agricultural Development AuthorityThe Rural Agricultural Development Authority, which is involved in the scope of the grant program.
  • RileyDr Cliff Riley, who presented the project overview for the recovery program.
  • Aubyn HillAubyn Hill, who launched the grant program for MSMEs.
  • Minister of Industry, Investment and CommerceMinistry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, which launched the $500 million grant program.

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