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Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (left), Her Excellency, the Most Hon. Lady Allen (second left) and Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, view one of the art pieces on display at the Governor-General’s reception to celebrate Jamaica’s 63rd anniversary of Independence. The reception was held at King’s House on Thursday (July 24). Also admiring the piece (from fourth left) are Member of Parliament, Dr. Angela Brown Burke; Curator, O’Neil Lawrence and Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange.

G-G Calls on Jamaicans to Recommit to Building a Just and Prosperous Future

As Jamaica prepares to celebrate its 63rd anniversary of Independence, Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, has called on citizens to reflect on the nation's journey and to recommit to building a just, prosperous, and strong future....

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, addresses the reopening ceremony for the Jackson Town Health Centre in Trelawny, on Thursday ( July 24).

Jackson Town Residents Get Upgraded Health Centre

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, addresses the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Harmony Cove development project in Duncans, Trelawny, on July 22.

Harmony Cove Development Will Boost Employment, Foster Linkages Across Multiple Sectors

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (fifth left), cuts the ribbon for the US$1-billion Harmony Cove development project in Duncans, Trelawny on Tuesday (July 22). Among those sharing in the occasion are Chairman of Harmonisation Limited, Jeffrey Hall (left); Member of Parliament for Trelawny Northern, Tova Hamilton (third left); Managing Partner, Nexus Luxury Collection, Christopher Anand (fourth left); Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang (sixth left); Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett (fourth right); Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams (third right); Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Aubyn Hill (second right); Opposition candidate for Trelawny Northern, Dr. Wykeham McNeill (right).

PM Cuts Ribbon for US$1-Billion Harmony Cove Development

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., addresses workers departing the island on Tuesday (July 15) to take up employment opportunities in Canada under the Seasonal Agricultural Workers Programme, during a ceremony at the Ministry’s Overseas Employment Centre on East Street in downtown Kingston.

Nearly 8,000 Jamaicans Secure Jobs Through Overseas Employment Programme Since January

Minister of Education Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon.

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Education Minister Commends School Leaders for Supporting Students Impacted by COVID-19

Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, has commended school leaders for going the extra mile to support students impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. “You worked during the holidays, and you were able to bring them home. They are not doing worse than they were at grade four. That is to be celebrated...

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, raises a toast to France alongside Ambassador of the French Republic to Jamaica, His Excellency Olivier Guyonvarch, during a ceremony on Saturday (July 12) at the French Embassy in Kingston to commemorate France’s National Day —Bastille Day—which is celebrated on July 14.

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Gov`t Salutes French Republic’s Enduring Support for National Growth and Development

The Government of Jamaica is acknowledging the French Republic’s immeasurable contribution to the island—including its support for national growth and economic development. Jamaica and France have maintained diplomatic ties for approximately 63 years, having formally established relations on August 6, 1962, when the island gained independence. “Over more than six decades, we have sustained meaningful cooperation in areas such as...

United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Caribbean Deputy Director and Officer-in-Charge, Jenny Karlsen, addresses the launch of the National Population and Sustainable Development Policy (NPSDP), held on World Population Day, Friday (July 11), at AC Hotel by Marriott, in Kingston.

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Jamaica Commended for Launch of National Population and Sustainable Development Policy

Jamaica has been commended by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) for launching its National Population and Sustainable Development Policy (NPSDP). Caribbean Deputy Director and Officer-in-Charge, UNFPA, Jenny Karlsen, said the new policy is a clear signal of Jamaica's intent to proactively shape its demographic future, grounded in evidence, equity and national values as well as human rights, gender equality...

Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) Director General, Dr. Wayne Henry, addresses the launch of the National Population and Sustainable Development Policy (NPSDP), on World Population Day, Friday (July 11) at AC Hotel by Marriott in Kingston.

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Revised Population Policy Responds to Demographic Shifts

Jamaica has a revised population policy, which responds to shifts in the country's demographic landscape and composition, including a declining child population, and to capitalise on the positive trends to support national development. The National Population and Sustainable Development Policy (NPSDP), developed by the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ), was launched on World Population Day, Friday (July 11) at AC Hotel by Marriott in Kingston. It...

State Minister in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn (seated left), Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dione Jennings (centre), and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Deputy Country Representative, Mohammad Mohiuddin, share a moment with Early Stimulation Programme (ESP) graduate, Suewayne Watson. The occasion was the ESP graduation ceremony, held at the Apostolic Church of Jamaica, Bethel Temple, in downtown Kingston on Wednesday (July 9).

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ESP Celebrates 74 Graduates with Disabilities Transitioning to Primary School

Seventy-four students with diverse disabilities have successfully completed the Early Stimulation Programme (ESP), gaining the skills and support needed to transition confidently into primary-level education. Of the 74 graduates, 56 will transition to primary-level special education institutions, while 18 have been successfully integrated into the mainstream school system. Addressing the annual graduation ceremony on Wednesday (July 9) at the Apostolic...

Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon, addresses the Social Development Commission (SDC) Governance Conference at the
Iberostar Resort in Montego Bay, St. James, on Wednesday (July 9).

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Mayor of Montego Bay Calls for Action to Accelerate Local Governance Reform

Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon, is calling for stronger collaboration and action to advance local governance reform across Jamaica. “If there was ever a time to deliberately accelerate local governance reform, that time is now,” he emphasised. Speaking at the Social Development Commission (SDC) Governance Conference at the Iberostar Resort in Montego Bay, St. James, on July 9,...

Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby.

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KSAMC to Host July Orientation for YSEP Participants Who Missed Initial Sessions

The Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) will host a follow-up orientation session on Friday (July 11) for Youth Summer Employment Programme (YSEP) participants who were unable to attend earlier sessions. The orientation session will take place at the KSAMC’s offices at 24 Church Street in downtown Kingston beginning at 10:00 a.m. This was disclosed by Mayor of Kingston,...