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Minister of Legal and Constitutional Affairs, Hon. Marlene Malahoo Forte, addresses a JIS Think Tank, today (March 19), at the Agency’s Television Department, 5-9 South Odeon Avenue in Kingston.

Road to Republic More Than 50 % Complete

Minister of Legal and Constitutional Affairs, Hon. Marlene Malahoo Forte, says work being done to transition the country from a Constitutional Monarchy to a Republic is more than 50 per cent complete. The constitutional reform process remains high on the...

Leader of the Opposition, Mark Golding, making his contribution to the 2025/26 Budget Debate in the house of Representatives on Tuesday (March 18) at Godon House.

Opposition Leader Hails Reduction in Murders

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith (centre); and Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (second right), listen to a point from Social Work Practitioner and Founder and Director of One Step Forward Consultancy (OSFC), Patricia McKenzie-Thomas (second left), during discussion at the OSFC International Social Work Conference held on Tuesday (March 18) at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston. Also sharing in the conversation are President of the Jamaica Association of Social Workers, Jacqueline Bryan (left); and Assistant Chief Education Officer, Guidance and Counselling Unit, Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Kennecy Davidson (left), representing portfolio Minister, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon.

200 Social Workers Being Recruited

Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, provides an update on the energy sector at a press conference held at the Ministry’s offices in Kingston on Tuesday (March 18).

New CNG Fuel Plant for JUTC Spanish Town Depot

Director General of the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ), Dr. Wayne Henry (seated left), and Founder/Executive Director of Young Women of Purpose (YWOP)/Young Men of Purpose (YMOP), Lanisia Rhoden (seated second left), sign a contract for the training of 50 entrepreneurs under the Realise, Embrace, Achieve Your Purpose (REAP) Entrepreneurship Programme, at the PIOJ offices in Kingston on Monday (March 17). Observing are Human Resource Director, PIOJ, Sandra Ward (seated front, right); and (standing from left) are Technical Specialist, PIOJ, Charmaine Brimm; Chief Technical Director, Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Latoya Richards Franklin; and Senior Programmes, Apprenticeship/Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) Support Unit Director, HEART/ NSTA Trust, Marlon Johnson.

50 Entrepreneurs to Receive Business Support Under REAP

1 year ago Water

NWC to Invest $10 Billion in Water Infrastructure

The NWC will be investing $10.067 billion in capital expenditure for 2025/26 to facilitate infrastructure upgrades, network expansion, and service improvements. This is contained in 2025/26 Public Bodies Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure, tabled in the House of Representatives by Finance and the Public Service Minister, Hon. Fayval Williams, recently. The major investments planned, include the commencement of the Western...

1 year ago Housing

HAJ to Significantly Increase Production in 2025/26

The Housing Agency of Jamaica Limited (HAJ) will be significantly increasing housing production and improve the affordability of housing units, in the 2025/26 fiscal year. The agency will also focus on upgrading infrastructure in marginalised communities and increase the issuance of certificates of title. This is contained in the 2025/26 Public Bodies Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure, tabled in the...

1 year ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

Traciann Brooks Finds New Hope with NSHP Housing Initiative in George’s Valley, St. Elizabeth

Traciann Brooks of George’s Valley, St. Elizabeth, is now breathing a sigh of relief after receiving a home, thanks to the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP). Ms. Brooks, who was in dire need of a new dwelling, received the keys to a three-bedroom home from Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, on March 14. The happy beneficiary now...

Boundbrook Primary School mounts an interesting display at the Portland 4-H Clubs Parish Achievement Expo 2025 at the College of Agriculture, Science and Education (CASE) on March 11.

1 year ago EducationYouth

Versatility of Breadfruit on Display at Portland 4-H Clubs Expo

From culinary delights to innovative pharmaceutical products, the versatility of the breadfruit was on display at this year’s Parish Achievement Expo of the Portland 4-H Clubs. The event, held at the College of Agriculture, Science and Education (CASE) on March 11 focused on the theme ‘Youth in Agriculture: Shaping the New FACE of Food’. It was an exciting culmination of...

The Port Morant Primary School 4-H Club mounts a visually appealing display of food and beverage items made with Jamaican sorrel, at the St. Thomas 4-H Clubs’ Parish Expo held at the Seaforth High School in the parish on March 14.

1 year ago AgricultureEnvironmentYouth

Best of St. Thomas 4-H Clubs Showcased at Parish Expo 2025

The best of youth agriculture and innovation were on show at the annual St. Thomas 4-H Clubs’ Parish Achievement Expo, held at the Seaforth High School on Friday (March 14). All things sorrel was the focus of this year’s event, which featured exciting displays on the versatility of the beloved crop. There was also the usual roster of competitions, which...

National Road Operating and Constructing Company (NROCC) Managing Director, Stephen Edwards (left), addresses a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on Tuesday (March 18). Listening is NROCC’s Environmental Manager, Errol Mortley.

1 year ago Transport

Jamaica’s Largest Four-Lane Bridge Nears Completion

Jamaica’s largest four-lane bridge, which is currently under construction over the Montego River in St. James, is 95 per cent complete. This was disclosed by Managing Director of the National Road Operating and Constructing Company (NROCC), Stephen Edwards, who was speaking during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on Tuesday (March 18). Mr. Edwards described the bridge, which spans...

Chief Executive Officer, National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA), Leonard Francis (seated left); Managing Director, Caribbean Cement Company Limited (CCCL), Jorge Martínez (seated centre) and Director responsible for Environmental Management and Conservation, NEPA, Anthony McKenzie (seated right), affix their signatures to documents formalising the partnership between NEPA & CCCL for CCCL’s participation in the Adopt-A-Mangrove programme at the Caribbean Cement Company Limited Sports Club, Rockfort, Kingston, on Tuesday, March 18. Witnessing the signing (from left) are Legal Counsel, CCCL, Craig Neil and Sustainability Leader, CCCL, Shannen Suckra Baker.

1 year ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentEnvironment

Caribbean Cement Company Partners with NEPA to Protect Mangroves

Caribbean Cement Company Limited (CCCL) is partnering with the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) to preserve and protect the country’s natural resources through the Adopt-a-Mangrove Programme. A Memorandum of Agreement formalising the partnership was signed at the Caribbean Cement Company Limited Sports Club, Rockfort, Kingston, on Tuesday, March 18. Under the initiative, CCCL is committing to collaborate with NEPA...