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Official photo of Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda

Minister Highlights Significance of Wetlands

Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change, Hon. Matthew Samuda, has highlighted the significance of wetlands in contributing to the economic development of the country. “Wetlands are not peripheral environmental issues. They are central to economic resilience, to food security,...

Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, speaks in the House of Representatives on July 7.

JSE Micro Market Represents Transformative Opportunity for Micro and Small Enterprise Sector – Minister

Nursing Home Supervisor, Ashanti Osbourne (second left), at Casa de Amor Nursing Home in Greenwood, St. James, receives donations recently presented by members of the Holland High School Youth Key Club.

Holland High Key Club Supports Elderly with Essential Donations

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Dr. Kasan Troupe (left), engages with Immaculate Conception High School graduates Shevanese Lopez (second left) and Khaydene Campbell, at the school's graduation ceremony held at the institution in Kingston on Sunday (July 5). The students, who attended institutions in western Jamaica, transferred to Immaculate to continue their studies following the passage of Hurricane Melissa last October. Sharing the moment is Principal of Immaculate Conception High School, Stacey Reynolds.

Dr. Troupe Commends Resilient Western Jamaica Students at Immaculate High

Director of Policy Programme for Veterinary Public Health in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Dr. Sydonnie Thompson Gyles.

Animal Owners Can Reduce Risk of Contracting Zoonotic Diseases with Good Hygiene Practices

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, delivers remarks during the floral tribute to commemorate the 133rd anniversary of the birth of National Hero, the Right Excellent Norman Washington Manley on Saturday (July 4), at National Heroes Park in Kingston.

15 hours ago CultureTribute

Minister Grange Calls on Youth to Make Their Mark

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, has charged Jamaica's youth to make their mark on the nation by strengthening the values and systems that have shaped the country’s development. “Be the generation that strengthens our democracy, creates new industries, transforms our communities, protects our environment, and lifts Jamaica to even greater heights,” she said. She was...

Social Development Commission (SDC) Executive Director, Omar Frith.

15 hours ago CommunityDevelopmentLocal Government

July 15 Deadline for First SDC Administrative Grant Call

The Social Development Commission (SDC) invites eligible Community Development Committees (CDCs) and Parish Development Committees (PDCs) to submit applications for the first of two calls for proposals under the Government of Jamaica’s Administrative Grant Programme for fiscal year 2026/27. The first application period is open until July 15. A second call is scheduled to run from December 29, 2026, to...

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Water, Environment and Climate Change, Wayne Robertson (centre), engages in discussion with (from left) Project Manager of VINCI Construction, Pierre-Emmanuel Faivre; Acting President of the National Water Commission (NWC), Kevin Kerr, and other stakeholders during a media tour of the Phase One site of the Western Water Resilience Project in Rose Hall, St. James, on Monday (July 6).

17 hours ago WaterWorks / Construction

NWC Advises of Traffic Changes as Western Water Resilience Project Commences

The National Water Commission (NWC) has advised motorists to prepare for traffic changes along the Elegant Corridor in Rose Hall, St. James, as Phase One of the Western Water Resilience Project gets under way. Motorists travelling along the Elegant Corridor are currently navigating single-lane closures as construction crews advance work on the multi-phase project. Officials have indicated that a transition...

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, delivers statement in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (July 7).

17 hours ago Mining

Minister Outlines JISCO’S Modernisation Programme for Alpart Refinery

Jiuquan Iron and Steel Company (JISCO) is to proceed with a two-phased modernisation programme for the Alpart refinery at Nain in St. Elizabeth, with the objective being to restore the plant as a modern, competitive operation and a major player in global alumina production. Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, made the disclosure during a statement to...

Under-Secretary, Multilateral Affairs Division, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Ambassador Shorna-Kay Richards, addresses the opening ceremony for the Government of Jamaica/Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Workshop on Human Rights Treaty Body Reporting on July 7, at the Ministry in downtown Kingston.

17 hours ago Foreign Affairs

Government Reaffirms Commitment to Protection of Human Rights

The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the promotion and protection of human rights, including through the fulfilment of reporting obligations, and the strengthening of critical partnerships. Addressing the opening ceremony for the Government of Jamaica/Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Workshop on Human Rights Treaty Body Reporting on July 7, Under-Secretary, Multilateral Affairs Division, Ministry...

Programme Coordinator for the inaugural St. Thomas Community Safety and Security Branch (CSSB) Safe School and Empowerment Programme, Corporal Dwight Henry, delivers an overview during the initiative

17 hours ago National Security and PeaceYouth

St. Thomas Safe School Programme Hailed as a Resounding Success

The inaugural staging of the St. Thomas Community Safety and Security Branch (CSSB) Safe School and Empowerment Programme has been hailed as a resoundingly successful initiative that fostered transformation, personal growth and self-discovery among participating students. The programme, which commenced in September 2025, was implemented through a partnership involving the St. Thomas CSSB of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), several...

Minister of State, Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Hon. Rhoda Moy Crawford (third left), sharing a moment with founders and sponsors of iamtheCODE Caribbean, at the closing ceremony for the first cohort of trainees, at S Hotel in New Kingston on Saturday (July 4). (From left) are Board Member, iamtheCODE, Peter Goldson; co-founders, iamtheCODE, Nadeen Matthews Blair and Mariame McIntosh Robinson; Portfolio Manager for Education and Special Needs, Digicel Foundation, Jamila Crooks Brown; and Executive Director, National Baking Company Foundation, Lauri-Ann Samuels.

1 day ago EducationSkills

Education State Minister Urges Jamaicans to Seize Free iamtheCODE Tech Training

Minister of State in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Hon. Rhoda Moy Crawford, is encouraging Jamaicans to take advantage of free online technology training being offered by iamtheCODE Caribbean (IATCC) to boost their employability. She noted that employers are seeking people who can code, manage digital projects, solve complex problems, communicate effectively and think creatively. “So, it’s...