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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. The Hon. Christopher Tufton (left), and Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, His Excellency Major General (ret’d) Antony Anderson (right), share lens with RalRosa Foundation Board Members (from second left) Courtni Foster, Kim Watson, Richard Watson, Dr. Jacqueline Watson (President), Nicole Shirley, and Dr. Nicole Kboba. The occasion was a reception hosted by the Foundation in honour of Ambassador Anderson, in Georgetown, Washington DC, on October 1.
Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. The Hon. Christopher Tufton (left), and Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, His Excellency Major General (ret’d) Antony Anderson (right), share lens with RalRosa Foundation Board Members (from second left) Courtni Foster, Kim Watson, Richard Watson, Dr. Jacqueline Watson (President), Nicole Shirley, and Dr. Nicole Kboba. The occasion was a reception hosted by the Foundation in honour of Ambassador Anderson, in Georgetown, Washington DC, on October 1.

Ministry of Health and Wellness’ Adopt-A-Clinic Programme Gets a Boost

The Ministry of Health and Wellness’ Adopt-a-Clinic Programme recently received a renewed boost with the announcement by President of the RalRosa Foundation, Dr. Jacqueline Watson, that her organisation would extend its adoption of the Golden Spring Health Centre in St....
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (third right) breaks ground for the construction of a 68,000 square foot three-story Boot 2 commercial complex in Drax Hall, St. Ann, on Friday, October 10. He is joined by (from left) Chief Executive Officer of Boot, Alexcia Boothe; Architect of Boot 2, Leighton Hamilton; Owner and Operator of Boot Service Station, Wayne Boothe; Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change, Hon. Matthew Samuda; and Managing Director of Henan Fifth Construction Group, Riulin Ji.
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (third right) breaks ground for the construction of a 68,000 square foot three-story Boot 2 commercial complex in Drax Hall, St. Ann, on Friday, October 10. He is joined by (from left) Chief Executive Officer of Boot, Alexcia Boothe; Architect of Boot 2, Leighton Hamilton; Owner and Operator of Boot Service Station, Wayne Boothe; Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change, Hon. Matthew Samuda; and Managing Director of Henan Fifth Construction Group, Riulin Ji.

Local Entrepreneurs Urged to Invest in the Country
Communication and International Relations Manager in the Office of the Information Commissioner, Bobique Brown.
Communication and International Relations Manager in the Office of the Information Commissioner, Bobique Brown.

OIC Encourages Persons to Participate in Virtual Sensitisation Sessions
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (right), receives a gift from Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Jamaica, His Excellency Wang Jinfeng, during a courtesy call at the Ministry
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (right), receives a gift from Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Jamaica, His Excellency Wang Jinfeng, during a courtesy call at the Ministry's North Street offices on Thursday (October 9).

PHOTOS: China Ambassador Calls at Labour Ministry
Consultant Psychiatrist at Bellevue Hospital, Dr. Bridget Opiavbe
Consultant Psychiatrist at Bellevue Hospital, Dr. Bridget Opiavbe

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A streetlight being installed in a community in Guy’s Hill, St. Catherine, by contractors from the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) Company.
CommunityDevelopmentEnergyLocal Government

Streetlights Brighten Communities in Guy’s Hill

Twenty-seven streetlights have been installed in several communities in Guy’s Hill, St. Catherine, providing a greater sense of safety and security for residents. The beneficiary communities are Meuse, Ragsville, Waterford, Bonnett, Burksville, Lime Hall, and Cheesefield. The lights were installed as part of a drive by the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development to improve the national network of...
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Communication and International Relations Manager in the Office of the Information Commissioner, Bobique Brown.
Telecommunications

OIC Encourages Persons to Participate in Virtual Sensitisation Sessions

Members of the public are being encouraged to participate in the monthly Office of the Information Commissioner (OIC) virtual sensitisation sessions that focus on the Data Protection Act, 2020. The next session is scheduled for Wednesday, October 22, at 10:00 a.m. and will be held online to ensure accessibility for individuals across the island. Interested persons are encouraged to register...
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Founder and Executive Director of the Jamaica Association for Debating and Empowerment (JADE), Germaine Barrett.
EducationYouth

National Debaters’ Week to Be Observed From October 12 to 18

Jamaica will observe its third annual National Debaters’ Week (NDW) from October 12 to 18, under the theme ‘Elevating Substance Over Sound’. The week-long initiative, established by proclamation from Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, is dedicated to fostering a culture of critical thinking and eloquent expression. Founder and Executive Director of the Jamaica Association for Debating...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Kerensia Morrison, delivers remarks during the recent World Teachers’ Day news conference at the Ministry’s headquarters in Kingston. World Teachers’ Day was observed globally on Sunday (October 5) under the theme ‘Recasting Teaching as a Collaborative Profession’.
CultureEducation

UNESCO Reaffirms Support for Jamaica’s Education Reform and Teacher Empowerment

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Jamaica’s efforts to strengthen the education system and empower educators through enhanced collaboration, innovation, and digital transformation. This was disclosed by Regional Director and Representative of UNESCO’s Cluster Office for the Caribbean, Eric Falt, during a recent World Teachers’ Day press conference at the Ministry...
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Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, addresses Christel House Jamaica’s fifth anniversary and ribbon-cutting ceremony held at the institution’s Twickenham Park campus in St. Catherine on Tuesday (October 7).
EducationYouth

Christel House Jamaica Marks Five Years of Delivering Holistic and Transformative Education

Christel House Jamaica is being celebrated for its transformative educational model as the institution marks its fifth anniversary. Located in Twickenham Park, St. Catherine, the school forms part of the global Christel House network, with sister campuses in India, South Africa, Mexico, and Indianapolis. Currently serving 477 students from communities within an eight-mile radius of its Twickenham Park campus, Christel...
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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday (October 7). Listening (from left) are Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with Responsibility for Land Titling and Settlements, Hon. Robert Montague, and Minister of State in the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Kerensia Morrison.
CultureEntertainment

Minister Grange Unveils Cultural Policy Blueprint

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, says the Green Paper on the National Policy for Culture, Entertainment and the Creative Economy will prioritise cultural preservation alongside economic growth, while advancing inclusivity, innovation, and sustainability. She made the remarks during a statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday, October 7. Ms. Grange said the Government remains...
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