HAJL Reinforces Its Mission and Development Agenda at JSIF PPC Conference.
On February 17, 2026, Managing Director of the Housing Agency of Jamaica Limited (HAJL), Mrs. Doreen Prendergast, participated in an engaging interview with Radio Jamaica at the Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF) PPC Contractors and Consultants Procurement Conference, held at the Pegasus Hotel.
Her discussion highlighted the Agency’s ongoing work, strategic priorities, and commitment to national housing development.
Championing HAJL’s Core Mission.
Mrs. Prendergast reiterated the core mandate of HAJL: to provide affordable, sustainable shelter solutions to Jamaicans while upgrading and regularizing informal communities across the island—a mission reflected in the Agency’s long-term strategic vision. According to HAJL’s public profile, the Agency is mandated to increase housing production, upgrade infrastructure, and expand access to legally secure homeownership. [jampja.org]
She emphasized that HAJL’s developmental focus aligns with Jamaica’s broader national objectives for economic growth and community upliftment.
Showcasing Completed, Ongoing, and Market-Ready Developments.
During the interview, Mrs. Prendergast highlighted several HAJL projects—past, present, and currently on the open market. These include ongoing works in St. James, St. Catherine, and more, consistent with HAJL’s upcoming plans to deliver hundreds of new housing solutions island wide. [jis.gov.jm]
These developments strengthen the Agency’s goal of expanding access to quality, affordable housing.
Advancing the Land Titling Initiative.
A key highlight of Mrs. Prendergast’s interview was the Agency’s continued work on its land titling programme, designed to help Jamaicans secure legal ownership of their properties. This programme—active since 2012—aims to regularize informal settlements across more than 50 communities. [jis.gov.jm]
She emphasized that securing a land title is a critical step toward generational wealth, security of tenure, and formal inclusion in the national housing framework.
The Importance of Procurement Readiness.
Mrs. Prendergast also underscored the value of HAJL’s participation in the JSIF Procurement Conference. Procurement is a major operational pillar of HAJL, and engagements like this enable the Agency to strengthen partnerships with contractors, consultants, and private & Public-sector stakeholders.
Events of this nature, she noted, help HAJL improve its procurement efficiency—an essential factor in delivering housing solutions on time, within scope, and in alignment with national standards.