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A section of the teachers representing 43 schools pose for the lens at Pearly Beach, St. Ann, on Teachers’ Day hosted by Sandals & Beaches in the Ocho Rios Region, on May 7.

Teachers Feted by Sandals Resorts International

More than 750 teachers from St. Ann, St. Mary, St. James, Negril and the South Coast were feted by Sandals Resorts International (SRI) on May 7 as part of the annual Teachers’ Day celebrations. Designed to recognise the invaluable contributions...

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Sancia Bennett Templer (left), greets Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Trinidad and Tobago Manufacturers’ Association (TTMA), Dr. Ramesh Ramdeen, at the Doing Business With Jamaica Seminar held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in Kingston on Monday (May 12). The seminar signals the start of the Trinidad and Tobago Manufacturers’ Association (TTMA) Trade Mission to Jamaica.

Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago Looking to Increase Trade and Investment

New correctional officers are on parade during the Passing Out ceremony for the 85th Intake of officers at the Carl Rattray Staff College in Discovery Bay, St. Ann, on Friday, May 9.

Gov’t Equipping DCS to Fulfil its Mandate

The Lupus Foundation of Jamaica team (from left), Director, Cedric McDonald; President, Desiree Tulloch-Reid and Executive Director, Tishauna Mullings, are joined by lupus warrior, Danielle Hall at the Foundation's Strides for Lupus walk held on May 10 in New Kingston. The event aimed to raise awareness about lupus and show support for persons living with the condition.

PHOTOS: Strides for Lupus Walk

High Commissioner of India to Jamaica, His Excellency Shri Mayank Joshi (right), presents an award to Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange (centre), in recognition of her years of dedicated service, commitment, and contribution to promoting Indian culture in Jamaica. Observing the presentation is Chairman of the National Council for Indian Culture in Jamaica, Vishu Tolan (left). The presentation took place during the 180th Anniversary of Indian Arrival Day celebration at Chedwin Park, Old Harbour Road, St. Catherine, on Sunday (May 11). May 10 is officially recognised by the Government of Jamaica as Indian Heritage Day, marking the 1845 arrival of the first Indian indentured workers at Old Harbour Bay.

PHOTOS: Indian Arrival Day Celebration

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses the official launch of the Rural Agricultural Development Authority.(RADA) Connect initiative, which was held at Newell High School in Watchwell, St. Elizabeth, on May 8.

1 year ago Agriculture

Improved Service to Farmers Through RADA Connect

The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) has launched its Connect initiative, which is aimed at bringing RADA and other necessary services directly to the island’s farmers. These services include technical support, advisory services, and other resources to improve their yields and strengthen food security across Jamaica. As part of the initiative, farmers are also being encouraged to download the RADA...

Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon.

1 year ago EducationTechnologyYouth

High Schools Get 10,000 Computers

A total of 10,000 computers have been distributed to high schools to support technology integration. Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, made the announcement during a statement to the Senate on May 9. “Another 10,000 devices are being distributed to create ICT information and communications technology) labs at the primary level, and...

Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, declares the Jamaica Auto Show 2025 open. The Auto Show was held at the National Arena in Kingston on May 10 and 11.

1 year ago Transport

Fitness and Registration Changes Take Effect July 1

The recently announced changes to Jamaica’s motor-vehicle registration and fitness certification processes are set to take effect on July 1, 2025. Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, made the disclosure during the opening ceremony of the Jamaica Auto Show 2025, on Saturday (May 10), at the National Arena. Under the new measures, announced by Prime Minister,...

Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon Fayval Williams (left), in conversation with Chairman of the Board of Cumax Wealth Management Limited, Andrea Wilson-Messam (centre), and Managing Director of the Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE), Dr. Marlene Street-Forrest, at the recent Cumax Wealth Management Spring Investment Forum, at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Kingston. The Forum was held under the theme ‘Trade Winds or Trade Woes: The Tariff Effect on Jamaica’s Economy’.

1 year ago Finance & Public Service

Strong Economy Vital to Build Resilience Against Shocks – Finance Minister

Building a strong and competitive economy is critical to building resilience against economic shocks, says Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams. “Resilience, so far, has meant ensuring that we have buffers against natural disasters, and over the last 10 years we have been building that resilience. We have a very robust, layered approach to ensuring we...

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of National Security, Ambassador Alison Stone Roofe (fifth left, standing), and Commanding Officer for Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Area Five, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Christopher Phillips (sixth left, standing), and other stakeholders observe as the Presidents of four new neighbourhood watches in Hellshire, St. Catherine, sign the Neighbourhood Watch Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The occasion was a joint launch at the Sandhills Vista Community Centre in Hellshire, St. Catherine, on Saturday (May 10).

1 year ago National Security and Peace

Permanent Secretary Urges Unity and Partnership in Crime-Fighting Efforts

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of National Security, Ambassador Alison Stone Roofe, has emphasised the importance of unity and partnership in curbing crime across Jamaica. She notes that these are two of the most effective tools in the fight against crime. “By simply watching out for your neighbours, reporting what you see and hear, and building a strong network of...

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck; Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon Dana Morris Dixon (left); and European Union (EU) Ambassador to Jamaica, Her Excellency Dr. Erja Askola, share a photo opportunity at the European Union (EU) Delegation Office in Kingston. The occasion was a special reception held on Friday (May 9) to observe Europe Day and the 50th anniversary of the Jamaica-EU partnership.

1 year ago Foreign Affairs

State Minister Says Jamaica and EU Have Shared Values and Common Goals

Jamaica and the European Union (EU) have shared a deep and multifaceted relationship rooted in mutual respect, shared values and common goals since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1975. This was noted by State Minister in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, on May 9 at a special reception held at the EU Delegation...

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, speaks at the commissioning ceremony for the Mount Prospect water storage tank in St. Andrew West Rural, on May 8.

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Several Major Infrastructure Projects to Improve Access to Potable Water

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, has outlined several major upcoming water infrastructure projects to improve access to potable water across the island. Speaking at the recent commissioning ceremony for the Mount Prospect water storage tank in St. Andrew West Rural, Mr. Samuda said the Government is currently engaged in more...