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Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon addresses The Mico University College’s Mathematics Expo at the institution in St. Andrew on Tuesday (March 31).

Mathematics Key to National Development – Senator Morris Dixon

Education, Skills, Youth and Information Minister, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, has underscored the critical role of mathematics to national development, noting that it is key to building a more innovative, competitive and resilient society. Delivering the keynote...

The south gully in Montego Bay, St. James, being cleared during a coastal cleanup activity undertaken by the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) on Tuesday (March 31).

NSWMA Undertakes Coastal Clean-Up of South Gully

Founder and Executive Director of Young Women and Men of Purpose (YWOP), Lanisia Rhoden.

YWOP/YMOP Urges Western Jamaica Entrepreneurs to Access Training and Support

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, delivers the main address during the opening of the Yallahs Market on March 27.

Prepaid Electricity in Markets Intended to Reduce Fires

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (right), purchases ground provisions from Yallahs market vendor, Tanisha Reynolds, during the opening of the facility on March 27.

New Design for Morant Bay Market Being Reviewed

Technical Specialist for Socio-Economic Development at the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ), Charmaine Brimm.

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Micro Entrepreneurs to Get Help Under Community Renewal Programme

The Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) is encouraging micro entrepreneurs in communities to reach out for support under its Community Renewal Programme, as part of efforts to strengthen grassroots business development. Technical Specialist for Socio-Economic Development at the PIOJ, Charmaine Brimm, said the initiative is designed to connect underserved entrepreneurs with the resources and partnerships needed to grow their enterprises....

Sergeant Andrew Williams of the Community Safety and Security Branch of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) speaks to JIS News during a Youth Opportunities Exposition at the Paul Bogle Vocational Training Institute in St. Thomas on Thursday (March 26).

6 days ago CommunityDevelopmentNational Security and PeaceYouth

Young Jamaicans Encouraged to Take Advantage of Police Youth Clubs

Young Jamaicans are being encouraged to take advantage of the many benefits of being a member of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Police Youth Club and to join the movement in their communities or schools. Speaking with JIS News at Thursday’s (March 26) Youth Opportunities Exposition at the Paul Bogle Vocational Training Institute in St. Thomas, Sergeant Williams of the...

Director General of the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM), Commander Alvin Gayle, addresses the opening of the two-day Ministry of Health/Pan American Health Organization After-Action Review for Hurricane Melissa Response, at the Moon Palace Hotel in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, on March 24.

1 week ago CommunityDevelopmentHealth & WellnessLocal Government

ODPEM Head Says National Response to Hurricane Melissa Was Strong

Director General of the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM), Commander Alvin Gayle, says the national response to Hurricane Melissa was strong, particularly in coordination, “with rapidly mobilised efforts and the unwavering dedication of our front-line teams”. Delivering opening remarks at the Ministry of Health and Wellness After-Action Review of the Hurricane Melissa response, at the Moon Palace...

Minister of Local Government & Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (second left), in conversation with Director General of the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ), Dr. Wayne Henry (second right); Social Development Commission (SDC) Executive Director, Omar Frith (right) and SDC Board Chairman, Hidran McKulsky. The interaction took place at the Kingston & St. Andrew Governance Conference at the Jamaica Conference Centre in Kingston on Wednesday (March 25).

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Churches to Receive Hurricane Grants in April

Minister of Local Government & Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, has announced that 419 churches that were damaged during the passage of Hurricane Melissa are set to receive grants from the Government in April. The grants will be paid out under the Government’s $75million Community Church Clean-Up and Restoration Initiative, which forms part of the post Hurricane Melissa National Clean-Up...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right), is greeted by Bishop Dr. Herro Blair at the Faith Cathedral Deliverance Centre in Kingston on Sunday (March 22). Dr. Holness delivered greetings at the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Deliverance Evangelistic Association.

1 week ago DevelopmentPrime Minister

PM Underscores Church’s Role in Shaping Values

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has underscored the vital role of the church in shaping values, providing guidance and strengthening the country’s social fabric. “Jamaica's progress, our growth, our stability, our resilience depends not only on what we build physically but on what we build spiritually and socially. That is why partnerships between the State and faith-based...

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (centre, front row), responds to questions on March 6 during a meeting of the Standing Finance Committee of the House of Representatives at Gordon House, where members were reviewing the 2026/27 Estimates of Expenditure. He is joined by State Minister, Hon. Delroy Williams (left, front row); Permanent Secretary Marsha Henry-Martin (right, front row), and other representatives from the Ministry.

3 weeks ago CommunityDevelopmentLocal Government

11 Per Cent Increase in Operational Fire Hydrants Nationwide

The Ministry of Local Government and Community Development has reported an 11 per cent increase in the number of operational fire hydrants nationwide as of December 31, 2025. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, made the disclosure on March 6 while responding to questions during a meeting of the Standing Finance Committee of the House of Representatives at Gordon House where...

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (centre, front), responds to questions during a meeting of the Standing Finance Committee of the House of Representatives at Gordon House on March 6. He is joined by Minister of State, Hon. Delroy Williams (left, front); Permanent Secretary, Marsha Henry-Martin (right, front) and other representatives from the Ministry.

3 weeks ago CommunityDevelopmentLocal Government

Streetlight Programme to Resume Following Hurricane Disruption

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, has assured citizens that the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) will soon resume the installation and repair of streetlights across the island. This follows a disruption in the programme caused by the widespread damage to the island’s power grid during Hurricane Melissa. In his 2025/26 Sectoral Debate presentation, Mr. McKenzie announced...