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Assistant Chief Education Officer, Dr. Tamika Benjamin, who represented Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, delivers the keynote address during the finale of the inaugural Inter-Ministerial School Support Strategy (ISSS) Mathematics Problem-Solving Competition, held recently at Merl Grove High School in Kingston.

Education Ministry Applauds ISSS for Key Interventions In ZOSO Parishes

The Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information has commended efforts under the Inter-Ministerial School Support Strategy (ISSS) that have facilitated critical interventions for students residing in parishes where Zones of Special Operations (ZOSOs) have been implemented. One strategy employed...

Students at the St. Catherine-based José Martí Technical High School, show off awards for achievement in academics, sports, and other areas. They are (from left) Chayanne Daley, Chevaughn Johnson, Sanique Roberts, Carlus Evans, and Ashawna Sibbles.

Hard Work Pays Off for José Martí Technical Students

Newly appointed Ambassador to the United States, Major General (Retired) Antony Anderson,

Johnson Smith Announces Major General (Ret’d) Antony Anderson as Jamaica’s Next Ambassador to the U.S.

Former Ambassador to the United States of America, Ambassador Audrey Marks has been appointed to the Senate.

Ambassador Audrey Marks Appointed to the Senate of Jamaica

Custos of Kingston, Hon. Steadman Fuller (left), is presented with the 2025/26 Throne Speech by President of the Senate, Senator the Hon. Thomas Tavares-Finson. Occasion was the ceremonial opening of Parliament at Gordon House on Thursday (February 13). Custos Fuller deputised for Governor General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen.

Jamaica Secured Critical Investments In 2024

Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon (right), converses with (from left) Roman Catholic Archbishop of Kingston, the Most Rev. Kenneth Richards; Principal of Holy Trinity High School, Father Carl Clarke; and students, Dasha Thompson and Dior Powell. The occasion was the launch of the Grade 7 Academy at the Kingston-based institution on Thursday (January 23).

12 months ago Education

PHOTOS: Grade 7 Academy Strengthening Literacy And Numeracy At Two High Schools

12 months ago Justice

New Manchester JPs Urged To Serve With Integrity

Newly commissioned Justices of the Peace (JPs) for Manchester are being implored to carry out their duties with integrity and promote and protect the rights of individuals. President of the Court of Appeal, Hon. Mrs. Justice Marva McDonald-Bishop, made the call while delivering the main address during the commissioning ceremony for 33 JPs and 18 Lay Magistrates for the parish...

12 months ago Press Release

Schools in Spanish Town Area can Reopen; School Leaders Urged to Make Decision Based on Security Assessments

Following extensive consultations with the security forces, the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth, and Information is advising that schools in the Spanish Town area may reopen for face-toface classes tomorrow, Friday, January 24, 2025. The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has signalled that they will be maintaining a robust security presence in and around affected communities. In light of this development,...

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses the 20th Jamaica Stock Exchange Investments and Capital Markets Conference held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Thursday (January 23). At left is Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Marine Resources, Entrepreneurship, Cooperatives and Creative Economy, St. Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Samal Duggins.

12 months ago Agriculture

Gov’t Rolling Out Citrus Revitalisation Programme

More than 4,000 citrus plants have been distributed in Manchester as part of the Government’s strategy to revitalise the industry. This was disclosed by Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, who pointed out that the citrus revitalisation programme is being done in collaboration with the Jamaica Bauxite Institute (JBI). Mr. Green advised that former bauxite lands are...

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Dr. Kasan Troupe, interacts with the audience while addressing the Ministry’s Transforming Education for National Development (TREND) School pop-up on Thursday (January 23) at Glenmuir High School in Clarendon.

12 months ago Education

PHOTOS: TREND School Pop-Up At Glenmuir High School

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Dr. Kasan Troupe, interacts with the audience while addressing the Ministry’s Transforming Education for National Development (TREND) School pop-up on Thursday (January 23) at Glenmuir High School in Clarendon.

An infographic of the Statistical Institute of Jamaica’s October 2024 Labour Force Survey out-turns.

12 months ago Finance & Public Service

Unemployment Rate Falls To New Record Low 3.5 Per Cent

Jamaica continues to enjoy a declining unemployment rate, with the out-turn falling to a new record low 3.5 per cent as at October 2024. This represents a decrease from the previous record of 3.6 per cent in July 2024, based on the Statistical Institute of Jamaica’s Labour Force Surveys for both months, showcasing a positive trend in job creation and...

St Catherine Festival Queen contestants 2023

12 months ago Culture

Businesses Encouraged To Sponsor Contestants In The Miss Jamaica Festival Queen Competition

Businesses can be a part of the upcoming Miss Jamaica Festival Queen Competition by sponsoring a contestant in their parish. Sponsors will be among the key stakeholders who are expected to participate in the crowning of the parish queens selected to compete in the National Finals. The event, organised by the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC), forms part of the...