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Minister of Foreign Affairs & Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, addresses the opening ceremony of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO) workshop on Thursday, April 3. The two-day event is being held at the Ministry’s office in downtown Kingston.
Minister of Foreign Affairs & Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, addresses the opening ceremony of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO) workshop on Thursday, April 3. The two-day event is being held at the Ministry’s office in downtown Kingston.

Jamaica Hosting Workshop on Prohibition of Nuclear Testing

Jamaica has partnered with the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO) to host a crucial workshop on the prohibition of nuclear weapons testing and use globally, in pursuit of a safer and more peaceful world. The two-day workshop for State signatories...
A student of Ardenne High School in Kingston puts out a fire, using a fire extinguisher, during a recent fire-safety training session conducted by the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) at the institution, while other students look on.
A student of Ardenne High School in Kingston puts out a fire, using a fire extinguisher, during a recent fire-safety training session conducted by the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) at the institution, while other students look on.

JFB Expands Fire Safety Initiative to High Schools
Tourism Minister and Chair of the Organization of American States (OAS) Inter-American Tourism Commission, Hon. Edmund Bartlett (centre), addresses the opening ceremony of the 26th American Congress of Ministers and High-Level Authorities of Tourism on Thursday (April 3), at the OAS headquarters in Washington DC. He is flanked by Secretary General of the OAS, Ambassador Luis Almagro; and Chair of the Inter-American Council on Integral Development (CIDI) and Permanent Representative of St. Vincent and the Grenadines to the OAS, Ambassador Lou-Anne Gilchrist. This year’s Congress is exploring how cultural heritage, community-based initiatives, and inclusive tourism can drive sustainable economic development and environmental stewardship across the region.
Tourism Minister and Chair of the Organization of American States (OAS) Inter-American Tourism Commission, Hon. Edmund Bartlett (centre), addresses the opening ceremony of the 26th American Congress of Ministers and High-Level Authorities of Tourism on Thursday (April 3), at the OAS headquarters in Washington DC. He is flanked by Secretary General of the OAS, Ambassador Luis Almagro; and Chair of the Inter-American Council on Integral Development (CIDI) and Permanent Representative of St. Vincent and the Grenadines to the OAS, Ambassador Lou-Anne Gilchrist. This year’s Congress is exploring how cultural heritage, community-based initiatives, and inclusive tourism can drive sustainable economic development and environmental stewardship across the region.

PHOTOS: Minister Bartlett at 26th American Congress of Ministers and High-Level Authorities of Tourism
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), cuts the ribbon to officially open EXPO Jamaica 2025 at the National Indoor Sports Centre in Kingston on April 3. He is joined by (from left) Deputy President, Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association Limited (JMEA), Kathryn Silvera; Executive Director, JMEA, Kamesha Turner-Blake; President, JMEA, Sydney Thwaites; Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill; President, Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Shullette Cox; and Chairman, Expo Jamaica, Aswad Morgan.
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), cuts the ribbon to officially open EXPO Jamaica 2025 at the National Indoor Sports Centre in Kingston on April 3. He is joined by (from left) Deputy President, Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association Limited (JMEA), Kathryn Silvera; Executive Director, JMEA, Kamesha Turner-Blake; President, JMEA, Sydney Thwaites; Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill; President, Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Shullette Cox; and Chairman, Expo Jamaica, Aswad Morgan.

Government Engages with US Trade Representative on New Tariff Regime
The Ministry of Finance and the Public Service is to roll out another impactful leg of its National Budget Secondary School Tour on April 8.
The Ministry of Finance and the Public Service is to roll out another impactful leg of its National Budget Secondary School Tour on April 8.

National Budget Secondary School Tour Goes to Glenmuir High on April 8

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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange.
Entertainment

Jamaica the Entertainment Capital of the Caribbean

Jamaica is increasingly recognised as the entertainment capital of the Caribbean, attracting top-tier artistes from around the world, says Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange. "They are here not only to perform but also to enjoy our beautiful country," she said, noting that such events are pivotal in showcasing Jamaica as a vibrant cultural hub. Minister...
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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange (second left), presents an incentive cheque for $6.8 million to Captain of the Jamaica Senior Women’s Cricket Team, Rashada Williams (third right), at a ceremony held at the Ministry in Kingston, on March 14. Joining the team are officials from the Jamaica Cricket Association.
Sport

Appreciation Grant for Senior Women’s Cricket Team

An incentive cheque, valued at $6.8 million, has been presented to the women’s cricket team for their continued outstanding performances in regional women’s cricket, especially during the 2024 season. In 2024, the team were crowned regional double champions, following wins in the Super50 and T20 Blaze tournaments. The appreciation grant, a gift from the Government, was presented to the Captain...
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Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Relations, Jamaica Council for Persons with Disabilities (JCPD), Adrienne Pinnock.
LabourSocial Security

JCPD to Strengthen Public Education Programme

The Jamaica Council for Persons with Disabilities (JCPD) will be strengthening its public education programme during this new financial year. Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Relations, JCPD, Adrienne Pinnock, told JIS News that the Council will be rolling out information on its rehabilitation services. “So, we will strengthen the communication and the public awareness, so more persons can be aware…...
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Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, delivers remarks at the launch of this year’s Farmers’ Month at the Craighton Estate Great House in Irish Town, St. Andrew, on Thursday (April 3), under the theme ‘Celebrating our Food Heroes’ The event included the launch of the ‘Thank A Farmer’ campaign, which will run for the month of April.
Agriculture

‘Thank A Farmer’ Campaign Launched

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining is collaborating with the Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS) on a ‘Thank A Farmer’ campaign aimed at increasing public awareness and showing appreciation and support for the country’s farmers. The initiative was launched during a ceremony on Thursday (April 3) at Craighton Estate Great House in Irish Town, St. Andrew, to mark the start...
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Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon.
EducationInformationSkillsTechnologyYouth

AI Pilot in Several Schools to Mark Papers

The Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information has introduced a pilot programme in several schools where artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to assist teachers with marking papers. “We are actually piloting this with some of our schools to see how it works, and the interesting thing is that we at the Ministry can actually see the results real...
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Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith.
Foreign Affairs

Jamaica Obtaining Documents on New Tariffs Announced by President Trump

Jamaica has taken note of the new tariff regime announced by President of the United States (US), Donald Trump, on Wednesday (April 2), says Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith. The Minister, in a statement, said that the Government is sourcing the requisite technical documentation to ensure accuracy of details and appropriate analysis....
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Students of the Stimulation Plus Child Development Centre, which is a programme under the Ministry of Labour and Social Security’s Early Stimulation Programme (ESP), perform to ABBA’s ‘I Have A Dream’ during the Ministry’s Autism Awareness Day Symposium held at the Jamaica Conference Centre in downtown Kingston on Wednesday (April 2).
LabourSocial Security

Minister Charles Jr. Champions Inclusion, Acceptance for Persons with Autism

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. has delivered a message of inclusion and acceptance for persons with autism. Addressing the World Autism Awareness Day Symposium on Wednesday (April 2) at the Jamaica Conference Centre in downtown Kingston, he said that Jamaica to move beyond awareness and towards actively including individuals with the neurodevelopmental disorder and other...
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