Promoting inclusive work environments for women in shipping, where they feel valued, respected and supported, is deemed essential for the industry’s long-term success. This, according to Director of Gender Affairs in the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Sharon Coburn Robinson. “Inclusivity means access granted. Recognising and valuing women’s untapped potential allow us to foster their inclusion in the...

The Police are advising patrons who will be attending the Inter-Secondary School Sports Association (ISSA) Boys’ and Girls’ Championships, which will be held at the National Stadium from Tuesday, March 19 to Saturday, March 23, of the following restrictions. No firearms, knives, ice picks, machetes, fire crackers, aerosol sprays, large igloos, glass bottles, lighters, frozen water or drinks, drugs, alcohol...

The Public is being reminded that in order to minimise traffic congestions, the following changes and road closures will be in place effective Tuesday, March 18 to Saturday, March 23, to facilitate the smooth staging of the Inter-Secondary Schools Association (ISSA) Boys’ and Girls’ Championship at the National Stadium. BEFORE THE EVENT -Effective Tuesday, March 19, 2024 to Thursday, March...

Jamaica's Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks, has called for increased investment in women as a moral and strategic global necessity. She argued that, as half of the world's population, women are not just participants but key drivers of economic growth. She noted that they occupy diverse roles as scientists, military members, entrepreneurs, educators, and political leaders,...

The contribution of the Jamaican Diaspora to the country’s economy now stands at 14 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP), says Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge. Mr. Terrelonge said the growth and successes that have been achieved over the decades, particularly in recent times, have been due, in part,...

The Government continues to enhance the development and protection of the intellectual property (IP) rights of Jamaicans as a key contributor to national development, says Industry, Investment and Commerce Minister, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill. “Brand Jamaica and the excellence of our products and services must be protected and not infringed if they are to contribute meaningfully to Jamaica’s growth...

On Monday, March 18, 2024 at 5:00 p.m., the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) will host a Change of Command Ceremony at the Commissioner’s Office, Old Hope Road, Kingston 6. As a result, we anticipate unusual traffic congestion, particularly along Old Hope Road, and issue the following advisory: -Given the anticipated congestion, we urge all motorists to drive responsibly and with...