Persons entering Jamaica with money exceeding US$10,000 are being reminded that they must declare the funds. Brand Communication Specialist at the Financial Investigation Division (FID), Garth Williams, told JIS News that failure to declare the money could mean that the person will have a case to answer in the courts. “When you’re entering Jamaica, and you have money in excess...

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, has reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to fostering an environment that values and supports research.      “We will continue to invest in the development of researchers, provide platforms for disseminating knowledge, and advocate for the integration of evidence-based practices into all levels of healthcare delivery,”  he said. Dr. Tufton’s remarks were...

The Women’s Resource and Outreach Centre (WROC) is strengthening its partnership with key stakeholders to prevent Gender-Based Violence (GBV), and support young women and girls in vulnerable communities. Under an agreement, which was signed on Tuesday (November 19) during a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Network (GBVPN) event at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Kingston, the stakeholders, which include public and...

The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) is working closely with turmeric, ginger and pimento farmers to apply research from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food for Progress Jamaica Spices (JaSPICE) project to improve crop quality. Director for Strategic Planning and Projects at RADA, Vaughn Barnaby told JIS News that the project is being implemented over five years and is now in its...

Jamaicans with unpaid student loans who migrate to the United States (US) will face significant challenges when they seek to update or renew their immigration status. Manager of the Loan Servicing Department at the Students’ Loan Bureau (SLB), Cheryl Surjue, told JIS News that the Government of Jamaica and their US counterparts have forged a partnership to identify Jamaican immigrants with outstanding student loan payments....

As part of its Youth Month celebrations, the Universal Service Fund (USF) has launched the ‘Crack the Code’ competition, which aims to empower young Jamaicans with digital skills needed for the future. The four-week initiative targets individuals 12 to 21 years and is open to persons with a basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and the Visual Studio Code editor. Interested persons...

Fifty-two Community Health Aides (CHAs) from the Hanover Health Department have been recognised for their exceptional contributions to community healthcare in the parish. The appreciation event was held on Thursday, November 7, at the Lucea United Church Hall, where the CHAs were commended for their dedication and commitment to local health services. It was held as part of activities to mark CHAs...