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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second left), unveils the sign denoting the Mason Hall Water Supply project in St. Mary, following Friday
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second left), unveils the sign denoting the Mason Hall Water Supply project in St. Mary, following Friday's (March 28) commissioning ceremony. Looking on are (from left) Chairman of the Rural Water Supply Limited, Omar Sweeney; Member of Parliament for St. Mary Western, Robert Montague; and Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with Responsibility for Water, Hon. Matthew Samuda.

Phase One of Mason Hall Water Supply Project Completed

An expected 1,200 residents are to benefit from access to clean, reliable water in Mason Hall, St. Mary, following Friday’s (March 28) commissioning of phase one of the Mason Hall Water Supply Project. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony at the...
Senior Vice President of Finance, Information Services, Corporate Planning and Materials Management, Port Authority of Jamaica, Elva Williams-Richards, addresses the Montego Bay Free Zone (MBFZ) 40th Anniversary Client Awards Ceremony in St. James was on Thursday (March 27).
Senior Vice President of Finance, Information Services, Corporate Planning and Materials Management, Port Authority of Jamaica, Elva Williams-Richards, addresses the Montego Bay Free Zone (MBFZ) 40th Anniversary Client Awards Ceremony in St. James was on Thursday (March 27).

Port Authority Invests Billions in Montego Bay
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Sancia Bennett Templer (centre), hands over an award to staff of Seaboard Freight and Shipping for 23 years of service in the Montego Bay Free Zone (MBFZ), during a 40th Anniversary Client Awards Ceremony, in St. James, on Thursday (March 27). The staff include (from left) Branch and Warehouse Manager, Eleanor Williams; CEO, Corah-Ann Robertson-Sylvester; Sales Executive, Abigail Williams; and Warehouse Supervisor, Troy Manderson.
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Sancia Bennett Templer (centre), hands over an award to staff of Seaboard Freight and Shipping for 23 years of service in the Montego Bay Free Zone (MBFZ), during a 40th Anniversary Client Awards Ceremony, in St. James, on Thursday (March 27). The staff include (from left) Branch and Warehouse Manager, Eleanor Williams; CEO, Corah-Ann Robertson-Sylvester; Sales Executive, Abigail Williams; and Warehouse Supervisor, Troy Manderson.

Clients, Employees and Companies Recognised for Contribution to Growth of MBFZ
Chief Executive Officer of the Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority, Kelli-Dawn Hamilton, makes a point at a recent Jamaica Information Service Think Tank held at the Agency’s Television Department in Kingston.
Chief Executive Officer of the Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority, Kelli-Dawn Hamilton, makes a point at a recent Jamaica Information Service Think Tank held at the Agency’s Television Department in Kingston.

Global Services Sector Important To Economic Growth
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, delivers remarks during the opening ceremony for Jamaica’s National Consultation for the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference, also known as the Conference of the Parties (COP30), at the AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston on Tuesday (March 25).
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, delivers remarks during the opening ceremony for Jamaica’s National Consultation for the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference, also known as the Conference of the Parties (COP30), at the AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston on Tuesday (March 25).

Jamaica to Present Bold Green Investment Strategy at COP30 in Brazil

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Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, presents a Ministerial Briefing at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade in downtown Kingston, during the recent observance of Diplomatic Week.
Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

Minister Samuda Calls for Bold Climate Change Action to Shield SIDS from Surging Poverty

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, has underscored the importance of Jamaica and other Small Island Developing States (SIDS) pursuing climate change mitigation to prevent an increase in poverty rates. Providing a Ministerial Briefing during the recent observance of Diplomatic Week at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade in...
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Female crocodile, Xena, keeps a careful watch over her nest during a recent media tour of the Holland Bay Crocodile Sanctuary in St. Thomas.
Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentEnvironment

Beachgoers Urged to Be Vigilant During Crocodile Nesting Season

Beachgoers are being urged to exercise vigilance during the crocodile nesting season, which lasts from November to June. Founder and Administrator of the Holland Bay Crocodile Sanctuary in St. Thomas, Lawrence Henriques, informed that during this period, female crocodiles are protective of their nests. “The thing with crocodiles is, know your seasons. Know that November to June is the nesting...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness, addresses the House of Representatives during his 2025/26 Budget Debate presentation on March 20
Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

Jamaica Experiencing Strongest Economy Since Independence – PM Holness

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...
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Their Excellencies, Governor-General the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (front, third right) and Lady Allen (front, second right); and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith (front, third left), are surrounded by members of the diplomatic community at the annual Diplomatic Corps Dinner held recently at King
Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

Jamaica Continues To Strengthen Diplomatic Ties

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...
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National Land Agency (NLA) logo.
Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentEnvironmentTechnology

National Land Agency Launches ‘NLA Connect’

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...
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Minister Without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, takes a photo of the Constant Spring Water Treatment Plant in St. Andrew.
Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentWater

NWC Investing More Than $1.8B in Sewage Treatment and Water Infrastructure Modernisation

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...
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