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Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, addresses the signing ceremony for the BREDS Loan of Generators for National Water Commission (NWC) Newell and Little Park Facilities, at the Ministry, New Kingston, on November 29.
Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Hon. Matthew Samuda, addresses the signing ceremony for the BREDS Loan of Generators for National Water Commission (NWC) Newell and Little Park Facilities, at the Ministry, New Kingston, on November 29.

Residents In St. Elizabeth Benefit From Installation Of Generators At Two NWC Facilities

Approximately 3,000 residents of St. Elizabeth are benefiting from the partnership that facilitated the purchase and delivery of two generators that have been installed at the National Water Commission (NWC) Newell and Little Park facilities in the parish. The installation...
The Tourism Product Development Company (TPDCo) ‘Craft with a Difference’ flyer.
The Tourism Product Development Company (TPDCo) ‘Craft with a Difference’ flyer.

Three Local Artisans To Be Honoured At ‘Craft With A Difference’
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Dr. Kasan Troupe, delivers the keynote address during the annual Guy’s Hill High School students’ awards ceremony on Thursday (November 28). The event was held at the St. Catherine-based institution.
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Dr. Kasan Troupe, delivers the keynote address during the annual Guy’s Hill High School students’ awards ceremony on Thursday (November 28). The event was held at the St. Catherine-based institution.

Guy’s Hill High School Awards Ceremony (PHOTOS)
Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO), TransJamaican Highway Limited and Jamaican Infrastructure Operator Limited, Ivan Anderson (left) points to the rebranded toll booth, at a ceremony for the Rebranding of Highway 2000 East-West to TransJam Highways, held on Friday (November 29) at the Portmore Toll Plaza Recreational Field in St. Catherine. Others (from second left) are Acting CEO, Toll Authority, Kerry Kay Holness; Group Product Manager, Interlinc, Daniel Hew; and Group Chief Operating Officer, TransJamaican Highway Limited and Managing Director of Jamaican Infrastructure Operator Limited, Colin Murray.
Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO), TransJamaican Highway Limited and Jamaican Infrastructure Operator Limited, Ivan Anderson (left) points to the rebranded toll booth, at a ceremony for the Rebranding of Highway 2000 East-West to TransJam Highways, held on Friday (November 29) at the Portmore Toll Plaza Recreational Field in St. Catherine. Others (from second left) are Acting CEO, Toll Authority, Kerry Kay Holness; Group Product Manager, Interlinc, Daniel Hew; and Group Chief Operating Officer, TransJamaican Highway Limited and Managing Director of Jamaican Infrastructure Operator Limited, Colin Murray.

Transjamaican Highway Limited (TJH) Rebranding Of Highway 2000 East-west (PHOTOS)
Police Commissioner, Dr. Kevin Blake (standing), congratulates members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) who were recognised during the organisation’s Honours and Awards Ceremony at the National Arena on Thursday (November 28).
Police Commissioner, Dr. Kevin Blake (standing), congratulates members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) who were recognised during the organisation’s Honours and Awards Ceremony at the National Arena on Thursday (November 28).

163 JCF Officers Honoured With Long Service Awards

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Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris-Dixon, addresses a career and social services fair hosted by Minister of Labour and Social Security and Member of Parliament for Clarendon South Eastern, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (right), at Palmers Cross Primary & Junior High School in the parish on Wednesday (Nov. 20).
Education

Students Urged To Pursue Skills Training At HEART/NSTA Trust

Students are being encouraged to consider skills training available at the HEART/NSTA Trust as they prepare to make career choices. Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr the Hon. Dana Morris-Dixon, made the appeal as she delivered the main address at a recent career and social fair held at Palmer’s Cross Primary and Junior High School in the...
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President of Help Jamaica Medical Mission (HelpJaMM), Dr. Robert Clarke, gives the thumbs up as he provides an overview of the organisation’s work this year. Occasion was HelpJaMM’s 14th annual black-tie gala held recently at the Hanover Manor, New Jersey.
Foreign Affairs

Consul General To New York Hails HelpJaMM

Consul General of Jamaica in New York,  Alsion Wilson, has commended the Help Jamaica Medical Mission (HelpJaMM) for its unwavering dedication to providing quality healthcare to undeserved communities in Jamaica and New Jersey for 14 years. Addressing HelpJaMM's 14th annual black-tie fundraising dinner held recently at the Hanover Manor in New Jersey, Mrs. Wilson  said that since its founding in...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, outlining the Government
Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentNational SecurityPrime Minister

Significant Investment In National Security

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government is committed to fostering a more secure environment conducive to economic growth and prosperity. Addressing the launch of ASPIRE Jamaica, the Government’s new policy framework for inclusive growth, at the Office of the Prime Minister on November 19, he highlighted  the substantial investments made in security since 2016. "We...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the launch of ASPIRE Jamaica, the Government’s new policy framework for inclusive growth, at the Office of the Prime Minister on November 19.
DevelopmentPrime Minister

Government Steadfast in Improving Jamaica’s Infrastructure

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government will continue to be relentless in pursuing infrastructure rehabilitation and development as a central part of the growth strategy. The plans include modernising road networks, expanding access to water, upgrading airports and seaports, and enhancing educational and healthcare facilities. He was speaking at the launch of ASPIRE Jamaica, the...
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Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (right) and Agricultural Specialist, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Kingston, Rasheeda Hall Hanson (left), look on as Chief of Party, USDA Food for Progress Jamaica Spices (JaSPICES) Project, Dr. Ronald Blake (second right) presents Chief Executive Officer, Carbyne Capital Investments Limited, Rajiv Ebanks, with the signed agreement to provide financing for the spices sector, during a ceremony at the Terra Nova Hotel in Kingston on Thursday (Nov. 21).
AgricultureDevelopmentFinance & Public Service

Increased Access To Financing For Spice Farmers

Local spice farmers are to benefit from increased access to financing to expand their operations and boost productivity. The support is being provided under the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food for Progress Jamaica Spices (JaSPICE) Project, which targets the revitalisation of the turmeric, ginger, and pimento value chains. The Local Umbrella Agreement for Tripartite Value Chain Financing, which...
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