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High Commissioner of India to Jamaica, His Excellency Shri Mayank Joshi (standing on dais), receives the general salute from newly commissioned Officer Cadets during the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) Initial Officer Training Programme (IOTP) Commissioning Parade at Up Park Camp in Kingston on Thursday (April 17).
High Commissioner of India to Jamaica, His Excellency Shri Mayank Joshi (standing on dais), receives the general salute from newly commissioned Officer Cadets during the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) Initial Officer Training Programme (IOTP) Commissioning Parade at Up Park Camp in Kingston on Thursday (April 17).

Jamaica Defence Force Commissions 47 Additional Officer Cadets

The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) has commissioned 47 additional Officer Cadets into service, following their successful completion of the Initial Officer Training Programme (IOTP). Thursday’s (April 17) Commissioning Parade marked the third cohort of candidates to successfully complete the one-year...
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Andrew Holness (centre), is joined by representatives from government, the Urban Development Corporation and Asphaltic Concrete Enterprise and other stakeholders to break ground for the RainTree Commercial Complex, located just outside Kingston at Caymanas Estate, in Ferry Pen, St. Catherine, on April 16.
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Andrew Holness (centre), is joined by representatives from government, the Urban Development Corporation and Asphaltic Concrete Enterprise and other stakeholders to break ground for the RainTree Commercial Complex, located just outside Kingston at Caymanas Estate, in Ferry Pen, St. Catherine, on April 16.

More Than 7,000 Jobs Could Be Created from Development of Commercial Complex at Caymanas Estate
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, lays a concrete block for wall construction during the recent ground-breaking ceremony for the US$13-million Kingston Gateway Commercial and Warehouse Complex at 221-223 Marcus Garvey Drive.
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, lays a concrete block for wall construction during the recent ground-breaking ceremony for the US$13-million Kingston Gateway Commercial and Warehouse Complex at 221-223 Marcus Garvey Drive.

Gov’t Strategically Positioning Jamaica to Become Fourth Global Logistics Node
Students and teachers from several school environmental clubs at the Burns Gully and the GraceKennedy Foundation Clean Coast Project offloading site on Windward Road, gaining first-hand insight into the impact of solid waste pollution.
Students and teachers from several school environmental clubs at the Burns Gully and the GraceKennedy Foundation Clean Coast Project offloading site on Windward Road, gaining first-hand insight into the impact of solid waste pollution.

Students Participate in Workshop Hosted by NEPA
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, savours a sip of water while delivering the keynote address during the commissioning of phase one of the Rhyne Park Water Supply Improvement Project at Barrett Town All Age School in St. James on Thursday (April 10).
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, savours a sip of water while delivering the keynote address during the commissioning of phase one of the Rhyne Park Water Supply Improvement Project at Barrett Town All Age School in St. James on Thursday (April 10).

Prime Minister Officially Commissions Phase One of Rhyne Park Water Supply Improvement Project

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Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentPress Release

Public Update on Harmony Beach Park Operations: Use of Walter Fletcher Beach Over Easter Holidays

The Urban Development Corporation (UDC) advises the public that Harmony Beach Park remains open to visitors; however, access to the beach and swimming areas continues to be temporarily restricted as we address ongoing water quality issues. We are aware that this restriction comes as the Easter holiday approaches, a time when many Jamaicans and visitors alike look forward to enjoying...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, speaks at the ceremony to break ground for a major housing project consisting of 1,400 units, at Barrett Hall, St. James, on April 10.
Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentHousing

Prime Minister Breaks Ground for Major Housing Project at Barrett Hall

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, broke ground for a major housing development project, consisting of 1,400 new houses in Barrett Hall, St. James, on April 10. Addressing the ceremony, Dr. Holness said the initiative is a vital step towards addressing Jamaica's pressing housing deficit, which currently stands at approximately 150,000 units. “Today marks a pivotal moment in...
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Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, makes a statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (April 1).
Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentWorks / Construction

US$575-Million SCHIP 96% Complete

The US$575-million Southern Coastal Highway Improvement Project (SCHIP) is 96 per cent complete. Two major components, Part A (May Pen to Williamsfield Toll Road Extension) and Part B (Harbour View to Yallahs Bridge, covering 17.4 kilometres (km) of a four-lane highway) is already open to the public. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with...
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Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, delivers a statement in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (April 1).
Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentWorks / Construction

Emergency Road Patching Programme 80% Complete

The $2-billion emergency islandwide main-road patching programme is now 80 per cent complete. The programme has actively addressed the deteriorating roads caused by severe weather events, including Hurricane Beryl and Tropical Storm Rafael. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, provided an update on the initiative during a...
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Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, makes a statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (April 1).
Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentWorks / Construction

SPARK to Generate 13,000 Direct Jobs

The Shared Prosperity through Accelerated Improvement to Our Road Network (SPARK) project is expected to generate 13,000 direct jobs during construction, while delivering an estimated US$1.3 billion in savings from vehicle maintenance, enhanced service accessibility, and strengthened community connectivity. Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic, Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for Works, Hon. Robert Morgan, made the...
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Official photo of Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda
Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentWater

Minister Outlines Importance of Water and Government’s Commitment to Ensure Access by All

The annual observance of World Water Day highlights the critical role of water in communities across the island and underscores the Government's commitment to ensuring that all Jamaicans have full access to this necessary resource. This was stated by Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, at the recent observance at William...
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Inverness Primary and Infant School student, Kamesha Williams, engages in a public speaking event during the St. Ann 4-H Clubs Annual Parish Achievement Day and Exposition 2025, held at Marcus Garvey Technical High School on Thursday, March 27. She placed first in the category.
AgricultureClimate ChangeEconomic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentEducationYouth

Schools in St. Ann Take Part in 4-H Clubs Parish Achievement Day and Exposition

Marcus Garvey Technical High School in St. Ann was abuzz with activities as it hosted the St. Ann 4-H Clubs Annual Parish Achievement Day and Exposition 2025, on Thursday, March 27. Among the schools that participated were Inverness Primary and Infant, Brown’s Town Primary, Clapham Primary, Marcus Garvey Technical High, Ferncourt High, York Castle High, Discovery Bay High, and Ocho...
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