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Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, addresses a panel discussion on ‘Building a Resilient Education System in Partnership with the Diaspora’, during the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James, on Monday (June 15).
Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, addresses a panel discussion on ‘Building a Resilient Education System in Partnership with the Diaspora’, during the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James, on Monday (June 15).

Literacy Remains Top Priority for Education Ministry

Strengthening literacy skills among Jamaican students remains a top priority for the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, as it works to improve learning outcomes and prepare young people for future success. Portfolio Minister, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana...
Minister of State in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Hon. Krystal Lee (second right), shares a moment with voluntary blood donors at the recent World Blood Donor Day Awards Brunch and official launch of the Lifesavers Club at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Kingston.
Minister of State in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Hon. Krystal Lee (second right), shares a moment with voluntary blood donors at the recent World Blood Donor Day Awards Brunch and official launch of the Lifesavers Club at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Kingston.

Health Ministry Promoting Continuous Blood Donation
Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, addresses a panel discussion on ‘Building a Resilient Education System in Partnership with the Diaspora’, during the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James on June 15.
Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, addresses a panel discussion on ‘Building a Resilient Education System in Partnership with the Diaspora’, during the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James on June 15.

Education Minister Lauds School Cooks
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), shares a photo opportunity with residents of Ackee Walk and Jackson Town in St. Andrew North Western who received their land titles during a ceremony on Thursday (June 18). The ceremony was held at Meadowbrook Church of Christ in St. Andrew. Also pictured are Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with responsibility for Land Titling and Settlements, Hon. Robert Montague (seventh, right); Commissioner of Lands, Cheriese Walcott (left); Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Arlene Williams (second, left); and Member of Parliament for St. Andrew North Western, Duane Smith (sixth left).
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), shares a photo opportunity with residents of Ackee Walk and Jackson Town in St. Andrew North Western who received their land titles during a ceremony on Thursday (June 18). The ceremony was held at Meadowbrook Church of Christ in St. Andrew. Also pictured are Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with responsibility for Land Titling and Settlements, Hon. Robert Montague (seventh, right); Commissioner of Lands, Cheriese Walcott (left); Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Arlene Williams (second, left); and Member of Parliament for St. Andrew North Western, Duane Smith (sixth left).

Residents of Ackee Walk and Jackson Town in St. Andrew Receive Land Titles
Trevor Forrest (right), Senior Advisor to Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Science, Technology and Special Projects, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, makes a point during a plenary session at the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James on Wednesday (June 17). Also participating in the discussion is Chairman of the National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Task Force and Deputy Chair of the Caribbean AI Task Force, Chris Reckord.
Trevor Forrest (right), Senior Advisor to Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Science, Technology and Special Projects, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, makes a point during a plenary session at the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James on Wednesday (June 17). Also participating in the discussion is Chairman of the National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Task Force and Deputy Chair of the Caribbean AI Task Force, Chris Reckord.

Gov’t Digital Push to Benefit Jamaicans Overseas

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Minister of State in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Hon. Krystal Lee (centre), applauds at the unveiling of the logo for the newly launched Lifesavers Club, Jamaica’s national blood donor club, during the Ministry’s World Blood Donor Day Awards Brunch on Sunday (June 14) at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Kingston. She is joined by Director of the National Public Laboratory, Dr. Marlene Tapper (left), and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Errol Green.
Health & Wellness

Lifesavers Club Launched to Boost Voluntary Blood Donations

The Ministry of Health and Wellness has officially launched its Lifesavers Club, Jamaica’s national blood donor club, which is intended to build a consistent base of voluntary donors. It will ensure a steady supply of blood at critical times, reducing the reliance on emergency contributions. Addressing the official launch on Sunday (June 14) at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in...
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Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, makes his 2026/27 Sectoral Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (June 17).
Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development Spends 22% of Capital Budget

Approximately 22 per cent of the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development's capital budget has been spent, so far, this fiscal year. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, provided the update during his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives, on Wednesday (June 17). “On the capital side,...
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Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, makes his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (June 17).
Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentSectoral Debate 2026/27Works / Construction

Gov’t Targets 55 Structures Under Accelerated Bridge Programme

The Black River Bridge in St. Elizabeth, which sustained damage during Hurricane Melissa, is among 55 structures earmarked for construction or replacement under the Government’s Accelerated Bridge Programme. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with responsibility for Works , Hon. Robert Morgan, confirmed that the bridge will be rebuilt as part of the initiative,...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Rhoda Moy Crawford (left), speaks in a plenary session on ‘Connecting, Engaging and Empowering the Youth Diaspora for National Development’, at the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James on Tuesday (June 16). Also participating is data science and artificial intelligence (AI) researcher, Ananda Francis.
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Diaspora Members Encouraged to Support School Rehabilitation and Student Assistance Initiatives

Members of the Jamaican diaspora are being encouraged to support school rehabilitation and student assistance initiatives, as recovery efforts continue in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa. The call came from Minister of State in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Hon. Rhoda Moy Crawford, during a plenary session on ‘Connecting, Engaging and Empowering the Youth Diaspora for National...
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Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, makes his 2026/27 Sectoral Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (June 17).
Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentSectoral Debate 2026/27Works / Construction

New Rules Coming to Curb Overloaded Trucks, Protect Road Network

The Government is developing new regulations to address overloaded trucks and other activities contributing to damage to Jamaica’s road network. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, made the disclosure during his 2026/27 Sectoral Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (June 17). “Rules are coming…...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Hon. Rhoda Moy Crawford (left), participates in a plenary session titled
CommunityDevelopmentForeign AffairsJamaican DiasporaYouth

Diaspora Encouraged to Support Youth and Community Development

Minister of State in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Hon. Rhoda Moy Crawford, is encouraging Jamaicans living overseas to play a more active role in national development by investing directly in young people and community institutions. Speaking during a plenary session titled ‘Connecting, Engaging and Empowering the Youth Diaspora for National Development’, at the 11th Biennial Jamaica...
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