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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).

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...

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 the opening ceremony for the Organization of American States (OAS) Electoral Observation Missions workshop on women’s political participation, at the S Hotel in Kingston on Monday (November 18).

Call for More Women to Get Involved in Representational Politics

Coordinator for the Science and Technology Education Unit at the Scientific Research Council (SRC), Leigia Hall.

SRC to Stage Science in the Park on November 21

Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, shares details about the activities slated for Global Entrepreneurship Week 2024 during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on Monday, November 18.

Global Entrepreneurship Week in Full Swing

Every Effort Being Made to Resolve Issues Affecting Tourism Workers – Minister Bartlett

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, and Executive Director, Jamaica Vacations (JamVac), Joy Roberts (second right), with travel advisor awardees during the second annual Regal Awards at Sandals Ochi Beach in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, on Saturday (November 16). The awardees (from left) are: Mindy Kleeburg, Amanda Santana, Stephanie Mays, Carol Williams and Jacquetta White.

2 years ago Tourism

Jamaica Welcomes More Than One Million Cruise Passengers

Jamaica has welcomed over one million cruise passengers this year, contributing more than US$200 million to the local economy. Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, made the disclosure while addressing the second annual Regal Awards at Sandals Ochi Beach Resort in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, on Saturday (November 16). “Jamaica’s cruise activities have stood [their] ground,” he said, noting the economic...

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange (second right), and Executive Director of the Women’s Centre of Jamaica Foundation, Novelette Howell (right), accept a donation of just over $2.6 million from the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Healthcare, in Canada, to support the Morant Bay Women’s Centre. Making the presentation on November 15 is Executive Board Member, SEIU, Gloria Turney. At left is SEIU Healthcare President, Tyler Downey.

2 years ago Gender AffairsHealth & Wellness

Morant Bay Women’s Centre Receives $2.6m from Canadian Healthcare Union

Adolescent mothers attending the Women’s Centre of Jamaica Foundation’s (WCJF) Morant Bay establishment now have a better chance at a brighter future, following the donation of over $2.6 million to assist the facility with its work. The sum, which is equivalent to Can$25,000, was handed over on November 15 by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Healthcare, which represents around...

The inaugural Bahamasair flight from Nassau, Bahamas, arrives at the Sangster International Airport (SIA) in Montego Bay, St. James, on Sunday (November 17).

2 years ago Tourism

Minister Bartlett Welcomes New Flights from Nassau to Montego Bay

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has welcomed new direct flights into Montego Bay by Caribbean carrier, Bahamasair, noting that the service will strengthen regional connectivity and the realisation of multi-destination tourism. He was speaking during the welcome ceremony on Sunday (November 17) at Sangster International Airport (SIA) in Montego Bay, St. James. Bahamasair will bring passengers to SIA from Nassau...

2 years ago CommerceIndustryInvestment

JSEZA Commits to Fostering National Economic Growth

The Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA) has reaffirmed its dedication to fostering national economic growth, streamlining operations and championing innovative strategies to advance Special Economic Zone (SEZ) development. In a recent interview with the Jamaica Information Service (JIS), JSEZA’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Kelli-Dawn Hamilton, outlined the organisation’s strategic focus on empowering its workforce, refining legislation and leveraging technological...

2 years ago CommunityDevelopmentLocal GovernmentPrime Minister

Prolonged Rainfall Affecting Disposal Site Operations Islandwide

The National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) wishes to advise the public that persistent and unprecedented rainfall across the island has significantly impacted its operations at disposal sites. These adverse weather conditions have resulted in soggy and waterlogged grounds at several disposal sites, creating challenges for vehicular navigation and reducing efficiency. Consequently, waste collection operations, particularly in Kingston and St....

Director General, Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ), Dr. Wayne Henry.

2 years ago Finance & Public Service

Economy to Stablise in January-March 2025 Quarter – PIOJ

The overall performance of the economy is projected to stabilise during the January-March 2025 quarter, with a flat performance projected, says Director General of the Planning Institute of Jamaica, Dr. Wayne Henry. He was addressing the PIOJ’s recent briefing for the July to September 2024 quarter. Economic activity contracted by an estimated 2.8 per cent during the review quarter during...

Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister (West), Hon. Homer Davis, addresses the recent World Town Planning Day (WTPD) forum at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in Rose Hall, St. James.

2 years ago DevelopmentOffice of the Prime Minister

Gov’t Committed to Sustainable Urban Planning

Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister (West), Hon. Homer Davis, says the Government remains committed to sustainable urban planning to safeguard communities and protect the natural environment. “It calls on us to be guardians of our communities’ future, to shape spaces that nurture well-being, environmental sustainability and economic vibrancy,” he said. Mr. Davis was addressing the...