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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, makes her contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on June 30.

National Stadium Redevelopment to Include Sports Hall and Throws Area

Two new facilities, designed to strengthen Jamaica's track and field programme, will be constructed as part of the redevelopment of the National Stadium. Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, made the announcement during her contribution to...

National Irrigation Commission (NIC) Director of Engineering and Technical Services, Rohan Stewart, speaks during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) 'Think Tank' on Wednesday (July 1).

NIC Systems Prepared for Hurricane Season

Jamaica Public Service (JPS) President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Hugh Grant (second left), receives the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association’s President’s Award for JPS’s restoration efforts following Hurricane Melissa, from former JHTA President, Christopher Jarrett (second right). Sharing in the moment are (from left) JPS Customer Care Area Manager, Le-Var Allen and Client Relations Manager, Julia Gordon. The Award was presented at the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) Awards Luncheon at Sandals Dunn’s River in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, on Saturday, June 27.

Outstanding Contributors to Tourism Industry Recognised

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

Mobile App Being Developed to Enable Persons in Domestic Violence Situations to Call for Help

Director, Global Services Association of Jamaica (GSAJ), Gloria Henry, addresses a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank on Tuesday, June 30, in Kingston.

Global Services Sector Offers Opportunities for Career Growth

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Ministry Supporting Training and Certification of Local Creatives

The Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport is supporting the training and certification of local creatives, enabling them to sharpen their skills, earn recognised qualifications, and advance their careers without interruption. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Olivia Grange, made the announcement during her 2026/27 Sectoral Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (June 30). The programme will be delivered...

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MYF and PriceSmart Foundation Launch YUTE Work II Programme

The MultiCare Youth Foundation (MYF), in partnership with the PriceSmart Foundation, has launched the MYF YUTE (Youth Upliftment Through Employment) Work II – Increasing Youth Resilience and Employability Project. The 17-month initiative is designed to equip vulnerable youth with the skills, support, and opportunities needed to build positive and productive futures. It will support 60 at-risk youth, ages 16 to...

1 day ago Gender Affairs

Sexual Harassment Tribunal Now Operational

The Sexual Harassment Tribunal, established by law, is now fully operational and actively hearing cases. This was disclosed by Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, who reported that between July and March, the Tribunal received 21 complaints, of which 62 per cent have already been resolved and closed. She provided the update while making her contribution...

1 day ago Finance & Public Service

BGLC Says Introduction of CMS Will Strengthen Transparency and Accountability

The Betting Gaming and Lotteries Commission (BGLC) says the introduction of a Central Monitoring System (CMS) will significantly strengthen transparency, accountability and public confidence in Jamaica's gaming machine sector. The Commission says the automated system forms part of a wider programme of regulatory reforms designed to modernise oversight of gaming machines and align Jamaica with international best practices. Executive Director...

1 day ago Office of the Prime Minister

Jamaica Post Suspends Outbound Mail Services to EU Countries

The Post and Telecommunications Department (Jamaica Post) has suspended outbound mail destined for countries within the European Union (EU) until further notice. The suspension took effect on June 30 and applies to all EU member states. However, mail services to Great Britain remain unaffected and will continue to operate as normal. Speaking with JIS News, Public Relations Officer, Marshanique Walker,...

1 day ago Local GovernmentYouth

200 YSEP Workers to Bolster Hurricane Preparedness

Two hundred of this year’s Youth Summer Employment Programme (YSEP) participants will be assigned to work with the island’s Municipal Corporations to assist with preparations for the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season and strengthen the country’s disaster-response capacity. This was disclosed by Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, during Tuesday’s (June 30) handover ceremony at the National...

Commanding Officer for the Caribbean Military Academy’s College of Military Technical Training and Doctrine (CMTTD), Lieutenant Colonel Aldene Whyte.

1 day ago National Security and Peace

JDF Officer Recruitment ‘Coming to the West’

The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) is broadening access to military leadership opportunities with the launch of ‘Coming to the West’, a commissioned officer recruitment initiative that will bring the first phase of the selection process directly to western Jamaica. For the first time, prospective officer candidates in western Jamaica will be able to complete the entire first phase of the...