Montego Bay Market Gets $53.5M Upgrade | Jamaica News

Montego Bay’s iconic Old Fort Craft Market is set for a $53.5-million transformation, turning decades of waiting into a vibrant new chapter for 156 vendors who’ve long dreamed of a modern, resilient space that puts them at the heart of Jamaica’s tourism economy. Backed by the Jamaica Social Investment Fund, government and World Bank funding, and Ministry of Tourism support, this overhaul includes upgraded shops, security, restrooms, walkways, and even historic touches like the cannon and wishing well—while rebuilding after Hurricane Melissa’s damage. For these artisans, it’s not just bricks and mortar—it’s economic empowerment, cultural storytelling, and a direct path to sustainable livelihoods for their families and communities. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0cf9b089e2fd72d9