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Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with Responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, speaks on the Accelerated Bridge Programme during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) 'Think Tank' on May 14.

Gov’t to Undertake Accelerated Bridge Programme

Approval has been granted for the Government, through the National Works Agency (NWA), to undertake one of the largest bridge replacement initiatives ever undertaken in Jamaica. This was disclosed by Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and...

Manager of Corporate Communications and Public Relations at the Island Traffic Authority, Dontae Matthews, addresses a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank.

ITA Expands Learner Driver Education Programme

Minister of State in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Hon. Rhoda Moy Crawford, addresses Monday's (May 18) opening ceremony for the seventh annual Early Childhood Commission (ECC) Professional Development Institute (PDI) at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James.

Gov’t Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening Early Childhood Sector

Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, His Excellency Major General (Ret’d) Antony Anderson, receives a Georgia State Senate resolution from State Senator, Tonya Anderson, during a ceremony at the State Capitol on May 4. At left is Jamaica’s Honorary Consul in Atlanta, Dr. Elaine Grant Bryan.

Ambassador Anderson Honoured By Georgia Senate for Diplomatic Leadership

Team Lead for the Ministry of Health and Wellness' Mobile Mental Health Service, Dr. Judith Leiba-Thomas, addresses students of Spot Valley High School in St. James during the Ministry’s Wellness Day: Child Conversation event at the institution on May 15.

Children Encouraged to Speak About Their Mental Health

Principal Director for Enabling Environment in Health and Client Services in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Dr. Kimorley Humphrey (centre), and Parish Manager for Portland Health Services, Joan McPherson (fourth right), lead the ribbon-cutting exercise to mark the launch of the Ministry

10 hours ago Health & Wellness

Client-Friendly Wait Experience Pilot Launched At Buff Bay Health Centre

Persons accessing care at the Buff Bay District Health Centre in Portland are now benefiting from a more comfortable, client-focused environment following the pilot launch of the Ministry of Health and Wellness’ Wait Experience Programme at the facility on May 14. The initiative, which forms part of the Government’s wider Service Excellence Programme, seeks to enhance patients’ experiences by creating...

Students of Bath Primary School in St. Thomas participate in hands-on activities during the Eastern Sons Boy Power Summit, held on May 14 at the institution.

10 hours ago Youth

Eastern Sons Summit Shapes Boys for Future Leadership

Young boys from across St. Thomas, Portland, and St. Mary were encouraged to embrace their potential and pursue purposeful lives during the third staging of the Eastern Sons Boy Power Summit, held on May 14 at Bath Primary School under the theme ‘Today’s Learners… Tomorrow’s Leaders’. The initiative, conceptualised in St. Thomas and spearheaded by Programme Coordinator, Jody Brown, continues...

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, stands beside a portrait of late former Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Hugh Lawson Shearer, as she delivers remarks during a floral tribute at National Heroes Park in Kingston, commemorating the 103rd anniversary of his birth.

10 hours ago Tribute

PHOTOS: Floral Tribute to The Most Hon. Hugh Lawson Shearer

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (left), and Director General, World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Daren Tang, sign the Letter of Intent to cooperate on the proposed establishment of an Intellectual Property Training Institution (IPTI) in Jamaica. The signing ceremony was held on Monday (May 18) at the Ministry’s St. Lucia offices in Kingston.

10 hours ago CommerceIndustryInvestment

JIPO and WIPO Sign Letter of Intent to Establish IPTI In Jamaica

A Letter of Intent has been signed between the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the Jamaica Intellectual Property Office (JIPO), to cooperate on the proposed establishment of an Intellectual Property Training Institution (IPTI) in Jamaica. This has been facilitated through JIPO’s parent Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC). The signing ceremony was held on Monday (May 18), at...

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, addresses the National Workers’ Week and Labour Day Thanksgiving Service, held at St. John

11 hours ago Uncategorized

Minister Grange Urges National Support for Labour Day

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, is calling for national support for Labour Day 2026, with a focus on restoring sports, early-childhood, and community facilities impacted by Hurricane Melissa. She emphasises that the national effort will require volunteerism, unity, and a shared commitment to rebuilding stronger, more resilient community spaces, especially with the hurricane season approaching....

Senior Superintendent of Police and Director of the Law Enforcement Torch Run, Stephanie Lindsay, speaks at a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, on Monday, May 18.

12 hours ago Labour

Workers Hailed for Their Contribution to National Development

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., has lauded Jamaican workers for their continued contribution to national development as the country observes Workers’ Week from May 17 to 25. He said workers across all sectors remain central to Jamaica’s progress, noting that their daily service continues to impact lives and strengthen communities. “Heartfelt thanks to our Jamaican...

12 hours ago National Security and Peace

JCF Encourages Persons to Support LETR for Special Olympics

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is encouraging persons to support their Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for Special Olympics. The LETR is the number-one grassroots fundraiser and public awareness for Special Olympics globally and locally, which caters to athletes who are intellectually challenged by giving them an opportunity to participate in several sporting disciplines. Speaking at a Jamaica Information Service...