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Chief Veterinary Officer in the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining’s Veterinary Services Division (VSD), Dr. Osbil Watson, addresses the VSD World Antimicrobial Awareness Week ceremony on Tuesday (November 19) at the University of the West Indies (UWI) Mona campus in St. Andrew.

Minister Urges Greater Advocacy for Stronger Regulations on Antibiotics Use

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, is urging greater advocacy for stronger regulations on antibiotics use in humans and animals, to curb the rise in Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). AMR occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites change...

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (second left), converses with young male micro, small and medium-sized enterprise (MSME) owners during a Ministerial Breakfast Meeting and Fireside Chat, in recognition of International Men’s Day. The event held at the ROK Hotel in downtown Kingston on Tuesday (November 19). From left are: Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), One-on-One Educational Services, Ricardo Allen; Managing Director, Dawson Trading Company Limited, Jordan Dawson, and CEO of Shavuot Farms, Joel Harris.

Minister Hill Encourages Jamaican Men to Build Strong Families

His Royal Highness, Crown Prince Haakon of Norway (left), who is a United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Goodwill Ambassador, and Mayor of May Pen, Councillor Joel Williams, test the Pleasant Valley water harvesting system in Clarendon on Monday (November 18).

Crown Prince of Norway Says Solar Water Harvesting System in Clarendon Should Be Replicated

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr.

Occupational Safety and Health Bill a Priority – Minister Charles Jr.

Director General, Hazardous Substances Regulatory Authority (HSRA), Dr. Cliff Riley, speaks during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on Monday (November 18).

HSRA to Begin First Capacity Building Programme in St. Lucia

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, converses with Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge (right), and Chairman of the Electoral Commission of Jamaica, Earl Jarrett, during Monday’s (November18) opening ceremony for the Organization of American States (OAS) Electoral Observation Missions workshop on women’s political participation, at the S Hotel in Kingston.

2 years ago Gender Affairs

ECJ Chairman Urges More Funding for Female Political Candidates

Chairman of the Electoral Commission of Jamaica (ECJ), Earl Jarrett, is highlighting the need for more funding for female political candidates to level the playing field in the political arena. Speaking during Monday’s (November 18) opening ceremony for the Organization of American States (OAS) Electoral Observation Missions workshop on women’s political participation, at the S Hotel in Kingston, Mr. Jarrett...

Acting Chief Executive Officer, Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC), Harold Davis, speaks during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on Monday (November 18).

2 years ago CommerceIndustryInvestment

JBDC Reaffirms Support for MSME Growth

The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) is reaffirming its dedication to fostering growth and resilience among Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs). This commitment was given by Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Harold Davis, during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on Monday (November 18),which was hosted as part of the celebratory activities for Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) 2024....

Tourism Director, Donovan White, presents a gift bag to Head of Airports, Avelo Airlines, Gisselle Cortes, during the welcome ceremony for Avelo Airlines’ inaugural flight from Hartford, Connecticut, at the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay on Saturday (November 16).

2 years ago Tourism

150 Passengers Arrive on Avelo Airlines’ Inaugural Nonstop Flight from Hartford

Avelo Airlines’ inaugural nonstop flight from Hartford, Connecticut, touched down at the Sangster International Airport (SIA) in Montego Bay on Saturday (November 16) with 150 passengers on board. The direct flights, from Bradley International Airport (BDL), will operate twice weekly, on Wednesdays and Saturdays, providing a convenient and affordable option for travellers. Tourism Director, Donovan White, was on hand to...

Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, addresses the Civil Service Week 2024 Church Service on Sunday (November 17). The service was held at the Church of the Open Bible in Kingston.

2 years ago Finance & Public Service

PM Hails Civil Servants for Tireless Service

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has hailed Jamaica’s civil servants for their tireless service and commitment to nation building. He noted that the civil service represents over 118,000 dedicated individuals who play a pivotal role in national development. “Their contribution to the efficiency and modernisation of Government services is commendable,” Dr. Holness said, in a message read...

Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon (left), is greeted by Vice Principal of Holmwood Technical High School in Manchester, Jennifer Brown, at the institution on Monday (November 18). The visit followed the recent death of the school’s bus driver, Rohan Gentles. Sharing the moment is Regional Director for the Education Ministry’s Region 5, Susan Nelson Smith.

2 years ago Education

PHOTOS: Education Minister Visits Holmwood Technical High School

Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon (left), is greeted by Vice Principal of Holmwood Technical High School in Manchester, Jennifer Brown, at the institution on Monday (November 18). The visit followed the recent death of the school’s bus driver, Rohan Gentles. Sharing the moment is Regional Director for the Education Ministry’s Region...

Chief Executive Officer, Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA), Kelli-Dawn Hamilton.

2 years ago CommerceIndustryInvestment

Number and Scope of SEZs Being Increased to Attract Foreign Investments and Boost Exports

In recent years, Jamaica has focused on increasing the number and scope of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) to enhance economic growth, attract foreign investments and boost exports. This development has been part of the country’s broader Global Logistics Hub Initiative, which aims to position Jamaica as a critical player in international trade. Under the current leadership of Chief Executive Officer...

Members of the Jamaica Combined Cadet Force (JCCF) engage in a road march in the town of Santa Cruz, St. Elizabeth, during the JCCF Founder’s Day Service on Sunday (November 17).

2 years ago National Security and Peace

JCCF Undertakes Initiatives to Enhance Relevance and Impact

The Jamaica Combined Cadet Force (JCCF) is undertaking a series of progressive initiatives, aimed at enhancing the organisation’s relevance and impact in a rapidly changing environment. Commandant, Brigadier Errol V. Johnson, gave an outline during the JCCF’s 81st anniversary Founder’s Day Service at St. Matthew’s Anglican Church in Santa Cruz, St. Elizabeth, on Sunday (November 17). Key among the initiatives...