The Jamaica 4-H Clubs is equipping youth to champion food security in the face of mounting environmental challenges. Executive Director, Peter Thompson, noted that the organisation is leveraging education as its cornerstone strategy to build youth capacity in response to environmental threats and agricultural challenges. He highlighted these efforts during the St. Ann 4-H Clubs’ Annual General Meeting and Awards...

Effective trade facilitation is not a task for one agency or Ministry, it is a shared responsibility that requires a multi-agency and multi-sectoral approach. This was the message from Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Commissioner of Customs at the Jamaica Customs Agency, Velma Ricketts-Walker, at the recent launch of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Accelerate Trade...

Humanitarian and community stalwart Elaine Allen-Bradley says she is humbled by the renaming of the paediatric orthotic clinic she founded in Negril, Westmoreland, in her honour. The rebranded Elaine Allen-Bradley Paediatric Orthotic Foundation Clinic was officially reopened by Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, recently. Speaking at the dedication ceremony, Mrs. Allen-Bradley, a retired nurse, described...

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has lauded the Tourism Product Development Company (TPDCo) for its exemplary execution of the highly successful 'Spruce Up Pon Di Corner' programme, which has been instrumental in revitalising communities across the island. He said the initiative has not only beautified Jamaica’s streets and buildings, but also reinforced the nation’s image as a vibrant, attractive destination...

Grassroots entrepreneurs supported by the Social Development Commission (SDC) Local Economic Development Support Programme (LEDSP) have generated more than $100 million in sales over the past five years. This was disclosed by Director, Local Economic Development at the SDC, Avril Ranger, during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank, at the agency’s Television Department in Kingston. “We have put...

The National Housing Trust (MHT) is expanding the eligibility of its Smart Energy Grant to include private sector pensioners, thereby increasing access to sustainable home upgrades for a wider group of retirees. Assistant General Manager for Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, Dwayne Berbick, says this policy change will take effect on July 1. The NHT launched the Smart Energy Grant...

The Toll Authority of Jamaica is observing the first annual Toll Road Safety Week from June 22-28 under the theme: ‘Driving Forward: Safer Roads, Stronger Communities.’ The commemoration follows a proclamation signed by Governor General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen on May 30, 2025. “We decided to support the national observance of Road Safety Month by having...