Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says Jamaica is now experiencing its strongest economy since gaining independence. Speaking during his 2025/26 Budget Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on March 20, Dr. Holness highlighted Jamaica’s notable economic achievements. These include significant reduction in the debt to gross domestic product (GDP) ratio, record-low unemployment, controlled inflation and a...

Governor- General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, says Jamaica continues to strengthen diplomatic ties with countries across the globe. He cited the establishment of relations with Tunisia and the Republic of Cote d'Ivoire in Africa over the past year, as notable steps taken in this regard. “With the addition of these countries, Jamaica now proudly maintains formal...

The National Land Agency (NLA) has unveiled its latest customer engagement platform, ‘NLA Connect’, which aims to revolutionise client service delivery and communication within the organisation. The portal is designed to provide a seamless, user-friendly and transparent system where customers can raise concerns, make suggestions and receive real-time responses. It reflects the agency’s ongoing efforts to enhance service delivery through...

The National Water Commission (NWC) has programmed $1.8 billion for the rehabilitation and upgrading of wastewater treatment facilities. This is part of multibillion-dollar investments aimed at rectifying aging pipelines and integrating renewable energy solutions as part of efforts to modernise Jamaica’s water infrastructure. The goal is to expand the NWC’s capacity, strengthen the entity’s resilience and reduce inefficiencies. Details are...

Traciann Brooks of George’s Valley, St. Elizabeth, is now breathing a sigh of relief after receiving a home, thanks to the New Social Housing Programme (NSHP). Ms. Brooks, who was in dire need of a new dwelling, received the keys to a three-bedroom home from Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, on March 14. The happy beneficiary now...

Caribbean Cement Company Limited (CCCL) is partnering with the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) to preserve and protect the country’s natural resources through the Adopt-a-Mangrove Programme. A Memorandum of Agreement formalising the partnership was signed at the Caribbean Cement Company Limited Sports Club, Rockfort, Kingston, on Tuesday, March 18. Under the initiative, CCCL is committing to collaborate with NEPA...

Resident of Maggotty Pass in St. Elizabeth, Marie Loney, is now the proud owner of a new home, thanks to the Government's New Social Housing Programme (NSHP). Ms. Loney, who lost her previous home due to a fire, received a three-bedroom home from Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, on March 14. She will live in the home...