AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoWorld Cup Betting Boom: Jamaica’s top betting firms say World Cup fever is driving big wager growth, with Island Bet reporting a 200% jump in new customers and a bettor reportedly winning US$1.2 million on a Spain draw bet, while Supreme Ventures says betting activity is up 40% versus the 2022 tournament. Tourism Mindset Push: Prime Minister Andrew Holness urged Jamaicans to see themselves as global competitors, using RIU’s 25-year Jamaica presence as proof that tourism and investment can deliver more than “small state” thinking. Crime-Reduction Pitch to Diaspora: Minister of State Delano Seiveright told the Jamaica Diaspora Conference that sustained progress under Plan Secure Jamaica is boosting investor confidence and reshaping the country’s image. Food Safety Reminder: A sugar recall sparked debate after a viral video, but authorities’ testing and the recall highlight the need to guard against physical contamination, not just germs. Business Expansion Watch: Pizza Hut Jamaica is pressing ahead with growth, investing J$180 million for a new Portmore outlet as the brand changes hands globally. Local Governance & Housing: The National Land Agency denies residents at West Albion, St Thomas weren’t served notices before demolitions, saying consultations and notices began in 2024.
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