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Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, pilots the Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act through Upper House on Friday (May 1).

Senator Passes Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act

The Senate, on Friday (May 1), passed the Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act to provide stronger protection for children in the digital space, and enable more effective investigation and prosecution of cyber offences by law enforcement. The legislation introduces harsher punishments for...

Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Education Skills Youth and Information, Senator Marlon Morgan (second left), shakes hands with President, University of Technology (UTech), Dr. Kevin Brown (second right), following the launch of the UTech and Kiwanis Club Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Project on Monday (March 23), at Ardenne High School in St. Andrew. Sharing in the moment are (from left) Lieutenant Governor, Kiwanis Division 23 Central, Michael Powell; Principal, Ardenne High School, Dr. Jacqueline Pinto; and District Governor, Kiwanis Eastern Canada and Caribbean, Cynthia Blackman.

Science Labs to Be Built, Upgraded, Equipped

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., delivers remarks during the Trelawny leg of the Restoration of Owner or Occupant Family Shelters (ROOFS) Programme handover ceremony, held at Abundant Life Ministries Church in Bounty Hall on March 11.

Over 100,000 Post-hurricane Damage Assessments Completed

Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, opens the 2026/27 Budget Debate) in the House of Representatives on March 10.

Gov’t to Advance Public Procurement (Set-asides) Framework in 2026/27

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (right), presents a grant cheque to Restoration of Owner or Occupant Family Shelters (ROOFS) Programme beneficiary, Julia Shaw (second right), during the Trelawny leg of the initiative’s handover ceremony, held at Abundant Life Ministries Church in Bounty Hall on March 11. Looking on are: State Minister, Hon. Donovan Williams, and State Minister in the Ministry of Tourism and Member of Parliament for Trelawny Northern, Hon. Tova Hamilton.

$366m in Grants for Hurricane-affected Trelawny Families Under ROOFS Programme

Mayor of Falmouth, Councillor Collen Gager, speaks during the Trelawny Municipal Corporation’s meeting, held on March 12 at the Artisan Village in Falmouth.

2 months ago Local Government

Falmouth Mayor Urges Developers to Comply With Building Standards

Mayor of Falmouth, Councillor Collen Gager, is urging business developers within the municipality to comply with regulatory standards and obtain the necessary permits to ensure safer and more sustainable building practices. He noted that enforcement drives are continuing across the municipality and encouraged developers who have begun construction without permits to regularise their status and settle outstanding payments. Councillor Gager...

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange (third left), cuts the ribbon on Friday (March 13) to officially open two African-style houses constructed by the Ghana Army Engineer Reconstruction Team at Seville Heritage Park in St. Ann. She is joined by (from second left): Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change and Member of Parliament for St. Ann North Eastern, Hon. Matthew Samuda; Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith; State Minister in the Ministry of Health and Wellness and Member of Parliament for St. Ann North Western, Hon. Krystal Lee; and Mayor of St. Ann’s Bay, Councillor Michael Belnavis. The ceremony also included the Charles Town Maroons and other stakeholders.

2 months ago Culture

African-style Houses at Seville Heritage Park Highlight Jamaica’s Ancestral Link to Africa

Two African-style houses constructed at Seville Heritage Park in St. Ann by members of the Ghana Army Engineer Reconstruction Team are being hailed as a powerful symbol of Jamaica’s enduring cultural and historical ties with Africa. The units comprise two traditional mud houses and an open kitchen area, complete with traditional cooking utensils that reflect aspects of African village life....

Students of Green Island Primary School participate in solving equations during the 2026 Mathematics Problem-Solving Competition finale, held on March 12 at Merl Grove High School in Kingston.

2 months ago EducationYouth

Over 100 Students From ZOSO Schools Compete in National Math Finale

More than 100 primary and secondary school students from institutions across Kingston, St. James, and Westmoreland participated in the 2026 Mathematics Problem-Solving Competition finale. The event was hosted at Merl Grove High School in Kingston on March 12. A total of 37 schools took part in the Competition, representing communities in vulnerable and high-risk areas across the three parishes. These...

Vice President of Exports at Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Sonja Linton.

2 months ago CommerceEconomic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentIndustry

JAMPRO to Launch Export Max V in 2027

Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) will begin preparations for the fifth instalment of its flagship export development programme, ‘Export Max V’, which is scheduled to be launched in early 2027. The programme is designed to develop a cluster of export-ready companies by positioning them competitively to seize international market opportunities and boost export earnings. JAMPRO’s Vice President of Exports, Sonja Linton,...

2 months ago Housing

NHT Urges Mortgagers Facing Challenges to Seek Assistance Promptly

The National Housing Trust (NHT) is encouraging contributors who are experiencing challenges in meeting their mortgage obligations to contact the organisation early, in order to explore the assistance that may be available. Senior Corporate Communications and Public Affairs Coordinator, Danielle Edwards, emphasised that early communication is critical when contributors encounter financial challenges. She noted that the Trust provides special assistance...

Executive Director of the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA), Audley Gordon, highlights the dangers of improper handling and disposal of electronic waste (e‑waste) during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ held on Friday (March 13).

2 months ago TechnologyYouth

Parents Cautioned Against Allowing Children To Play With Broken Electronics

Parents and guardians are being cautioned against allowing children to play with broken or discarded electronic devices, due to potential safety and health risks. Speaking during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on Friday (March 13), Executive Director of the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA), Audley Gordon, explained that these items form part of the growing stream of...

Executive Director of the Jamaica Council for Persons with Disabilities (JCPD), Dr. Christine Hendricks.

2 months ago Social SecurityTechnology

JCPD Urges More Persons With Disabilities To Register

Executive Director of the Jamaica Council for Persons with Disabilities (JCPD), Dr. Christine Hendricks, is encouraging more persons with disabilities across the island to register with the Council, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen inclusion and expand access to essential services. Presently, 15,888 persons are registered with the JCPD. However, reports indicate that approximately 41,800 persons with disabilities reside...