The Government is to launch a multi-sectoral National Menstrual Health Equity pilot initiative involving eight schools and approximately 2,000 girls. The schools will be selected based on the number of Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education (PATH) students enrolled. Outlining the initiative during his contribution to the 2026/2027 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives, on May 12, Minister...

The Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission (JADCO) is promoting intellectual property (IP) as a critical element in securing the future success of Jamaican sports. Addressing the Jamaica Intellectual Property Office (JIPO) Intellectual Property and Sports Symposium and Showcase, held recently at the University of Technology (UTech), Jamaica, in St. Andrew, JADCO Chair, Debby-Ann Brown Salmon, emphasised that IP is integral to the...

The National Water Commission (NWC) is advancing upgrades and targeted assessments of major water and sewerage infrastructure, with an investment plan that is focused on improving resilience, treatment capacity, and continuity of service. Acting President of the NWC, Kevin Kerr, informed a JIS Think Tank on May 12, that several projects are under way in and around the Corporate Area...

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, is urging citizens to help reduce risks faced by members of the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) by practising greater self-control and discipline. Speaking during the graduation ceremony for 96 members of Intake 27 on May 9 at Iona High School in St. Mary, Minister McKenzie emphasised that individuals can ensure...

Health and Wellness Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, has announced the commencement of a pilot programme this year that will integrate unpaid caregivers into the formal care system for the elderly and persons with disabilities. It is part of a major initiative to train individuals who care for these vulnerable persons in homes and communities across the island. A...

An international recruitment unit has been established to manage the cross-border arrangements to fill vacancies in the health sector and boost human resources. Making the announcement during his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 12, Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, informed that establishment of the unit has been...

Enforcement activities continue under the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) signage regularisation initiative, to encourage compliance in the business community. In his address at Tuesday’s (May 12) Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) meeting in downtown Kingston, Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby, said the initiative, which commenced as a public education drive, is now an ongoing...