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Executive Director, Women’s Centre of Jamaica Foundation (WCJF), Novlette Howell.

WCJF to Host Parenting Symposium for Adolescent Mothers on May 9

Adolescent mothers will have the opportunity to learn positive parenting techniques and skills during a symposium set for Friday, May 9, at the Jamaica Conference Centre in downtown Kingston beginning at 9:00 a.m. The event, hosted by the Women’s Centre...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), converses with President of The Mico University College, Dr. Asburn Pinnock, during a visit and tour of the institution’s grounds on Teachers’ Day, Wednesday (May 7).

Teachers Vital to Developing Skilled Workforce – PM

The Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Public Relations and Marketing Department took Read Across Jamaica Day to the Grants Pen Primary and Infant School in St. Thomas on Tuesday (May 6).

Team JIS Reads to Students at Grants Pen Primary and Infant School

Minister of Education, Skills, Youth & Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon (left), greets principal of Clan Carthy Primary School, Winsome Reid (right) during a visit to the school on Teachers’ Day, Wednesday (May 7). Looking on are the school’s chairman, Donald Foster (second left) and vice chairman, Steven Ellis (second right).

PHOTOS: Minister Morris Dixon Teaches a Class at Clan Carthy Primary School

Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, reads to students at Randolph Lopez School of Hope from the book ‘Hazel Hummingbird’, during Read Across Jamaica Day activities at the school in St. Andrew on Tuesday (May 6).

PHOTOS: Read Across Jamaica Day at Randolph Lopez School of Hope

Member of Parliament for East Rural St. Andrew, the Most Hon. Juliet Holness (left), reads to students of Constitution Hill Primary and Infant School in St. Andrew, on Read Across Jamaica Day on Tuesday (May 6). Listening (from second left) are Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon; and Chargé d’Affaires, United States Embassy in Jamaica, Amy Tachco.

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PHOTOS: Read Across Jamaica Day at Constitution Hill Primary and Infant School

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (second right), greets Ambassador of the European Union to Jamaica, Her Excellency Dr. Erja Askola (left), during the official launch of the Caribbean Investment Forum 2025 on Tuesday (May 6), at the AC Hotel in Kingston. Sharing in the moment are Executive Director of Caribbean Export, Dr. Damie Sinanan (second left) and President of Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Shullette Cox. The three-day forum will be held from July 29 to 31 at the Montego Bay Conference Centre in St. James.

1 year ago CommerceIndustryInvestment

Jamaica Can Lead Charge in Unlocking Caribbean Investments – Minister Hill

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, says Jamaica is perfectly positioned to lead the charge in making the Caribbean the centre for investment and growth. He noted that the country’s proximity to the major markets, including the United States East Coast, makes it a top-five exporter in the Caribbean and a key player in global...

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett

1 year ago Tourism

Visitor Arrivals Could Triple if Downward Trend in Crime Continues – Tourism Minister

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says Jamaica’s tourism sector could see visitor arrivals double or even triple, provided the ongoing downward trend in crime continues. His remarks come in response to Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness’ recent comment that crime remains the primary barrier preventing Jamaica from reaching 10 to 15 million visitors annually. Delivering the...

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May 7 is Judiciary Day

The nation’s courts will open their doors to the public on Wednesday, May 7 for the inaugural celebration of ‘Judiciary Day’. Under the theme ‘Preserving Justice, Honouring History, Embracing the Future’, the observance serves as an opportunity for the judiciary to further engage with the public about the judicial system and its functions, Chief Justice, Hon. Bryan Sykes told JIS...

Commissioner of Corrections, Brigadier (ret’d) Radgh Mason.

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DCS Celebrating 50th Anniversary with Major Modernisation Drive

The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) is this year advancing its modernisation programme, with several activities coinciding with the organisation’s 50th anniversary celebrations. Speaking recently during the official launch at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston, Commissioner of Corrections, Brigadier (ret’d) Radgh Mason, outlined a series of engagements aimed at enhancing the Department’s operations, including care for inmates, and...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), listens to a point being made by Sandals Resorts International Executive Chairman, Adam Stewart (right), at the Jill Stewart MoBay City Run at the Harmony Beach Park, Montego Bay, St. James, on May 4. Looking on (left) is Minister of Legal and Constitutional Affairs, Hon. Marlene Malahoo Forte.

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Gov’t Committed to Promoting Sports Tourism – PM

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has affirmed the Government’s commitment to working with stakeholders to develop and expand Jamaica’s sports tourism offerings, ensuring that the country remains a competitive and attractive destination for sports enthusiasts worldwide. He was speaking to JIS News following his participation in this year’s Jill Stewart MoBay City Run held on May 4...

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, delivers remarks during the official opening of a new kitchen facility at the St. James Infirmary on May 2.

1 year ago Health & Wellness

St. James to Get New Transitional Centre to Support the Parish’s Most Vulnerable Residents

St. James is set to benefit from a new transitional centre designed to support the needs of some of the parish’s most vulnerable residents. Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, made the disclosure while addressing the official opening of a kitchen facility at the St. James Infirmary on May 2. He said the proposed transitional centre...