EG Hunter, CEO of Jamaica’s National Works Agency (NWA), has identified the country’s heavy dependence on single-occupant vehicles as a primary cause of Kingston’s persistent traffic congestion. Speaking at a recent session of the Infrastructure and Physical Development Committee, Hunter emphasized that Kingston’s gridlock is largely a result of a transportation system centered on private cars rather than mass transit. He argued that no modern city effectively moves its population using individual transport, stressing the necessity of mass transit solutions. Hunter also highlighted the NWA’s ongoing road expansion projects, including upgrades to Grange Lane, Hellshire, and Braeton roadways, as part of efforts to alleviate congestion. However, he acknowledged delays in key projects due to funding reallocations. Hunter further pointed to the significant reduction in traffic during school holidays as evidence of how school-related trips exacerbate the problem. He called for a reevaluation of urban planning and transportation policies to address the crisis.