BROWN’S TOWN, St Ann, Oct. 15, 2024
Residents of Brown’s Town, St. Ann are the latest to enjoy enhanced
connectivity through the Universal Service Fund (USF) Connect Ja Public Wi-Fi programme.
According to JIS, the free service, launched on Friday, October 11, 2024, builds on the USF’s previous efforts in the town, which includes the establishment of Community Wi-Fi sites in nearby areas such as Thicketts, Mount Zion, and Bamboo.
(Director of Projects at Universal Service Fund (USF), Jaime Robinson (left), is joined by various stakeholders at the launch of the Connect Ja Public Wi-Fi in Brown’s Town, St. Ann on October 11. From second left are MP for St. Ann North Western, Krystal Lee; Community Development Officer, Social Development Commission (SDC), Nicola Bailey; Councillor for the Dry Harbour Division, Carlton Ricketts; Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Inspector of the St. Ann’s Bay Division, Ricardo Beckford, and Acting Assistant Superintendent for the Jamaica Fire Brigade, Camron Barrett.)
“The digital landscape is evolving, and we recognise that access to the Internet is essential for education, business, and communication,” said Acting Chief Executive Officer of the USF, Andrew McRae.
“With this upgraded Wi-Fi service, residents will have the tools to explore new opportunities, access information, and connect with each other like never before”.
Member of Parliament for St. Ann North Western, Krystal Lee, commended the USF for its dedication to bridging the country’s digital divide.
“This initiative will significantly benefit our community by improving access to information, education, and economic opportunities,” she said.
Connect Ja focuses on the provision of free Internet access in parks and town centres, significantly enhancing connectivity for residents.
Approximately 20 Connect Ja sites have been established islandwide as part of a broader strategy by the USF to ensure that all Jamaicans can participate in the digital revolution, fostering innovation and economic growth across the nation. -30-
Rocheda Bartley, JIS
