Jamaicans, 18 years and older, are being invited to participate in the Tourism Product Development Company’s (TPDCo) ‘My Jam-Iconic Experience Challenge’. The Challenge is a social media competition which invites participants to create a one-minute reel showcasing either the Montego Bay, Negril or Falmouth iconic landmark and the distinct parish markers found at parish borders islandwide. Speaking during the recent...

The Santa Cruz Market in St. Elizabeth is undergoing a $25 million renovation, with significant progress being made on critical facility upgrades, including a drainage system. Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, emphasised the importance of this significant investment during a tour of the market on Friday (April 11). He was accompanied by several key stakeholders,...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, on Thursday (April 10), officially commissioned phase one of the Rhyne Park Water Supply Improvement Project in St. James. Addressing residents, business interests and other stakeholders at Barrett Town All Age School, Dr. Holness said the facility, which will enhance the quality of life for residents, underscores the Government’s commitment to inclusive...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the US$13 million Kingston Gateway Commercial and Warehouse Complex is poised to become a landmark development, impacting not only Kingston but also strengthening Jamaica’s logistics and commercial ecosystem as a whole. Situated at 221-223 Marcus Garvey Drive within Kingston’s bustling industrial corridor, the project will feature 21 warehouses offering 112,000 square...

The Jamaica Library Service (JLS) is looking to attract approximately 4,000 participants for the 2025 National Reading Competition. This year’s edition, which was launched on April 15 at the Kingston and St. Andrew Parish Library, is being held under the theme ‘Keeping Reading Alive in 2025’. The competition aims to foster a strong culture of reading and support the country’s...

Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, has highlighted the importance of partnerships in building a robust research and innovation ecosystem to propel the country into a knowledge-based economy. He noted that even as the Administration invests in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education, scientific research and building a digital infrastructure, focus is also being placed...

The Senate on Friday (April 11) commenced debate on the Jamaica Teaching Council (JTC) Act, 2025, which seeks to ensure that the individuals entrusted with shaping young minds are qualified, supported, and held to the highest standards. The legislation was piloted by Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon. In her remarks, Senator...