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Ministry of
Economic Growth
& Job Creation

About The Ministry

Welcome to the MEGJC

The Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation (MEGJC) is charged with drafting the blueprint to drive economic growth and sustainable development in Jamaica. The MEGJC has responsibility for the formulation and implementation of policies…

Latest News

Port Antonio Bypass Project to start in June

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Robert Morgan, says Cabinet has approved the Port Antonio Bypass Project, with work expected to get underway this month (June) Speaking in the House of Representatives on Tuesday, June 3, 2026, Minister…

Portfolio Area

Environment

GOAL The protection of Jamaica’s natural resources, the prevention and minimization of pollution, and the integration of environmental considerations into national development planning, in support of Jamaica’s achievement of environmental sustainability and climate resilience. MANDATE  The Environment and Risk Management Branch’s mandate is the development…

The Latest

News

27 Jun 2025
Press Release
PM Holness breaks ground for $2.4 billion Braeton to Naggo Head Road under CAPEX
27 Jun 2025
Press Release
Port Antonio Bypass Breaks Barriers that have Held Back Economic Potential of Portland – Prime Minister Holness
24 Jun 2025
Press Release
Samuda touts the importance of collective climate action at Caribbean Knowledge Exchange
17 Jun 2025
News
NEW Dimension of NSHP for Tourism Workers to be Launched Soon
17 Jun 2025
News
Government Breaks Ground for Village of Tower Hill Housing Development Under NSHP
5 Jun 2025
News
Port Antonio Bypass Project to start in June
29 Aug 2019
Projects
Construction of the new 11-storey Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade
29 Aug 2019
Projects
Denham Town Housing Development – 28 Housing Solutions
29 Aug 2019
Projects
Kennedy Grove Treatment Rehabilitation Project
"Housing remains a key priority for the Government. In line with Vision 2030, every Jamaican should have access to safe, sustainable and affordable housing. We need to build enough housing solutions at a rate which will prevent informal settling. "

The Most Hon. Andrew Holness, ON, PC, MP

Leadership

The Most Hon. Andrew Holness, ON, PC, MP

The Most Honourable Andrew Holness established the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation (MEGJC) in 2016.  

The Ministry integrates all government agencies that are instrumental to Jamaica's growth and development.  Areas of focus include land, housing, urban renewal, environment, climate change, water, investment, and special projects, as well as works/infrastructure.

Ministry Overview
2019 - 2024

Three Million Trees In Three Years

This initiative, which was launched by Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, seeks to plant three million timber and ornamental trees over three years, and expand forested areas, including public and private forests.

2.8

Million Trees Planted

Videos

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The
Mission
of the Ministry

Provide visionary leadership, appropriate legislation, innovative policies and coordinated implementation which facilitate investments, sustained growth and prosperity for all in an environmentally sustainable manner.

The
Vision
of the Ministry

A Jamaican economy which consistently meets or exceeds its growth targets, while providing meaningful jobs and economic opportunities for all in a sustainable manner.

The
Goal
of the Ministry

The Ministry’s goal is to formulate and implement policies relating to its portfolio areas. It plays a monitoring role to ensure adherence to the policies, and that the operations of its entities are in accordance with the Government of Jamaica’s guidelines and regulations.