Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., says the dangers of climate change make it even more important for Jamaica’s agricultural sector to become more innovative and “climate smart”. Speaking at the official launch of a hydroponics project at the Holland Primary School in St. Elizabeth on February 23, the Minister said that farming has become a lot...

On the 138th anniversary of his birth, National Hero and former Prime Minister, the Rt. Excellent Sir Alexander Bustamante, was remembered for his tireless advocacy for human and civil rights on behalf of the Jamaican people. Several dignitaries and well-wishers gathered at his birthplace in Blenheim, Hanover, on Thursday, February 24 to celebrate (via a floral tribute) the life of...

The Government has budgeted an additional sum of $104.43 million to finalise the establishment of the new headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade in downtown Kingston. Funding provisions were made in the 2022/23 Estimates of Expenditure, to complete the furnishing, installation of communication infrastructure, landscaping and minor external works during the upcoming fiscal year. The 11-storey...

Four inmates and two correctional services officers are to benefit from scholarships to study for an Associate Degree in Business Administration at the University at the Commonwealth Caribbean (UCC) under a government and private-sector partnership. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to facilitate the award of the six full scholarships, was signed on Wednesday (February 23) by representatives from the Ministry...

A total of 108 seasonal agricultural workers left the island today (February 24) for Canada, to take up employment in Ontario and its environs. The customary send-off ceremony was held for the workers at the Ministry of Labour and Social Security’s Overseas Employment Services Centre, downtown Kingston. In his remarks, Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Karl Samuda, said...

Jamaica strongly condemns the military action by Russia against Ukraine. We are deeply concerned by the escalation of violence in Ukraine and condemns the clear violation of the United Nations Charter, particularly the obligation to respect the sovereign rights and the territorial integrity of States. As members of the United Nations, we have all committed to save succeeding generations from...

The Government will be undertaking repairs to road and water systems and providing indigent housing in several communities in Westmoreland. During a tour of the parish on Wednesday (February 23), Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, said that the Stonehenge and New Road communities are among the areas targeted for priority roadworks. He informed that a...