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Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses Tuesday’s (May 27) media launch of the Jamaica Agribusiness Investment Forum (JAIF) at Hope Gardens, St. Andrew. The three-day event will be held at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James from September 17 to 19.

Jamaica’s Agriculture Open for Business

Jamaica is signalling the readiness of the country’s agricultural sector for investments with the staging of the upcoming Jamaica Agribusiness Investment Forum (JAIF). More than 400 persons are expected to attend the event, which will be held at the Montego...

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (centre); Member of Parliament for St. Thomas Eastern, Dr. Michelle Charles, and Medical Officer of Health for St. Thomas, Dr. D'Oyen Smith, interact with clients at Princess Margret Hospital in St. Thomas, during a tour of the facility on Thursday (May 29).

Princess Margaret Hospital Poised for Upgrading to a Type B Facility

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith (left), presents outgoing Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Jamaica, His Excellency Chen Daojiang with a token on behalf of the Jamaican people. The exchange took place during a farewell luncheon held in the Ambassador’s honour on Thursday (May 29), at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston.

Farewell Lucheon for Chinese Ambassador (PHOTOS)

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), exchanges pleasantries with Commissioner of Police, Dr. Kevin Blake, during a Special Post-Cabinet Press Briefing on Thursday (May 29), at Jamaica House.

Cabinet to Review Report on Social Violence

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, makes his contribution to the 2025-26 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (May 28).

22,800 Streetlights to Be Installed Over 2 Years

Public Relations Officer at the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA), Shahri Miller.

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National Environmental Awareness Week to Focus on Plastic Pollution

Jamaica will observe National Environmental Awareness Week 2025 from June 1 to 8, with a series of impactful events aimed at generating national support for ocean and environmental protection. This year’s activities, organised by the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA), will focus on plastic pollution under the theme ‘Turning the Tide: Combatting Plastic Pollution for Ocean Resilience’. “This year’s...

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (third right), and Chairman, Industrial Disputes Tribunal (IDT), Errol Miller (third left), unveil a 50th anniversary commemorative plaque in recognition of the entity’s contribution to Jamaica’s labour relations framework. The ceremony was held at the IDT

10 months ago LabourSocial Security

IDT 50th Anniversary Commemorative Plaque Unveiled

A 50th anniversary commemorative plaque in recognition of the Industrial Disputes Tribunal’s (IDT) contribution to Jamaica’s labour relations framework, was unveiled by Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., on Thursday (May 29). The unveiling ceremony was held at the IDT’s Ellesmere Road offices in Kingston. The milestone marks five decades of dedicated service in promoting industrial...

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, outlines the Ministry’s plans during a Post-Sectoral Talk Show and Dialogue at the Sunken Garden in Hope Gardens, St. Andrew, on Wednesday (May 28).

10 months ago AgricultureNational Security and Peace

Agriculture Ministry Strengthens Efforts to Combat Praedial Larceny

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining is taking a comprehensive approach to curbing praedial larceny, implementing stricter penalties, increasing manpower through training, and establishing a dedicated Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) unit for agriculture-related offences. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Floyd Green, outlined the measures during Post-Sectoral Talk Show and Dialogue at the Sunken Garden in Hope Gardens, St. Andrew, on Wednesday...

Chair Emerita of the National Child Month Committee (NCMC), Dr. Pauline Mullings (left), and Chief Executive Officer of the Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA), Laurette Adams-Thomas, participate in the National Day of Prayer for the nation’s children, organised by the NCMC, at the Celebration Church in Portmore on May 28. The event was part of activities in observance of Child Month.

10 months ago Youth

Prayer for Nation’s Children

Scores of persons gathered at the Celebration Church in Portmore, St. Catherine, on Wednesday (May 29) for prayer and worship as they asked for God’s blessings for the nation’s children and their families. The National Day of Prayer was organised by the National Child Month Committee (NCMC) as part of activities in observance of Child Month in May. In attendance...

Mayor of Falmouth, Councillor Collen Gager, addresses a welcome reception for delegates of Rotary District 7027 Conference Cruise, at the Falmouth Artisan Village in Trelawny, on May 7.

10 months ago DevelopmentLocal Government

Mayor of Falmouth Expresses Optimism About Major Development Projects

Mayor of Falmouth, Councillor Collen Gager, says he is optimistic about the major development projects on the horizon for the Trelawny capital, which continues to undergo significant economic transformation. Addressing more than 200 Rotarians from across the Caribbean during a Rotary District 7027 Conference Cruise at the Falmouth Artisan Village on Tuesday, May 7, Mr. Gager outlined an ambitious vision...

10 months ago Prime MinisterTribute

Legacy of Late Former Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Edward Seaga, Celebrated on 95th Birth Anniversary

Late former Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Edward Seaga, was celebrated for his pivotal role in building Jamaica, on the 95th anniversary of his birth. Mr. Seaga’s life and work of took centre stage during a floral tribute and ceremony on Wednesday (May 28) at National Heroes Park in Kingston. Among the participants were Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon....

Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (left), and Commissioner of Police, Dr. Kevin Blake (right), with retired Sergeant, Milton Henry, who was given a special award by the Jamaica Police Federation at its 82nd Joint Central Conference, which was held at the Princess Grand Hotel in Hanover on Tuesday (May 27).

10 months ago National Security and Peace

Government Continues to Strengthen Partnership With JCF

Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, says the Government continues to strengthen the partnership with the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF). “For too long, this partnership has suffered under the weight of uninvestment, misalignment, and mistrust. We are determined to change that, not through rhetoric but through real and tangible effect,” the Minister said. “I feel comfortable and pleased...