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Ministry of
Economic Growth
& Infrastructure Development

About The Ministry

Welcome to the MEGID

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

Latest News

Jamaica Looks to ā€˜Build Back Better’ as Minister Morgan Concludes UK-Facilitated Peru Visit

Kingston, Jamaica: Minister with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Nesta Morgan, MP, has concluded a strategic working visit to Peru, aimed at examining their internationally recognized reconstruction model and identifying lessons to support Jamaica’s own recovery and long-term infrastructure development. The visit comes at a…

Portfolio Area

Urban Renewal

The vision for urban renewal and the revitalization of our urban centres speaks to: ā€œSafe, vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable urban centres providing all users with adequate services for an enhanced quality of life through effective partnerships and networksā€. This vision articulates a rethinking of urban…

The Latest

News

8 Apr 2026
News
Jamaica’s Preparedness and GIS Readiness Drove a Successful Hurricane Melissa Response
8 Apr 2026
News
Creating Geospatial Infrastructure That Delivers During Disasters
2 Apr 2026
News
Jamaica Looks to ā€˜Build Back Better’ as Minister Morgan Concludes UK-Facilitated Peru Visit
8 Apr 2026
News
Jamaica’s Preparedness and GIS Readiness Drove a Successful Hurricane Melissa Response
8 Apr 2026
News
Creating Geospatial Infrastructure That Delivers During Disasters
2 Apr 2026
News
Jamaica Looks to ā€˜Build Back Better’ as Minister Morgan Concludes UK-Facilitated Peru Visit
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. "

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

Leadership

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

Dr. The Most Hon. Andrew Holness established the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development (MEGID) in 2025 following the repositioning of the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation (MEGJC). The Ministry integrates all government agencies that are instrumental to Jamaica's growth and development. Areas of focus include land, housing, urban renewal, 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

Watch MEGID on YouTube

Learn more about the work of the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development by watching original programming on our YouTube channel. Subscribe to the channel so that you can stay in the know. Also, follow us on all social media platforms @megid_jm.

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.