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Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (centre) examines a sample of farmer, Lilieth McKenzie’s (right) onion crop, during a recent tour of several onion farms in St. Thomas. Looking on is Minister of State in the Ministry, Hon. Franklin Witter.

Food Security A Top Priority Of The Government

Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. says Jamaica’s food security is a top priority for the Government. Minister Charles Jr. noted that there is global demand for Jamaican produce, adding that the Government is seeking to increase...

Head of the European Union (EU) Delegation to Jamaica, Ambassador Marianne Van Steen (left), along with Minister of State, Ministry of National Security, Hon. Zavia Mayne view a painting done by Devonae Baldie, at the ‘Stop Human Trafficking’ visual and performing arts competition awards ceremony held at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel on January 22.

PHOTOS: ‘Stop Human Trafficking’ Visual And Performing Arts Competition Awards Ceremony

Gen. Laura Richardson, Commander, U.S. Southern Command shares a moment during the reception with The Most Hon. Andrew Holness, Prime Minister of Jamaica and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, The Hon. Dr. Horace Chang. Also looking on are Ambassador Jean Manes, Civillian Deputy and Foreign Policy Advisor, U.S. Southern Command and Linnisa Wahid, Chargé d' Affaires, United States Embassy, Kingston.

SOUTHCOM Commander Makes Historic Visit to Jamaica

Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (left) and Minister of State in the Ministry, Hon. Franklin Witter (right) with first place winners in the Praedial Larceny Essay and Jingle Competition, Dermanique Lee of Chetwood Memorial Primary School in St. James (second left); and Kriston Ferguson of Norman Gardens Primary in Kingston. The virtual awards ceremony was held on January 21.

Agriculture Minister Encourages Youth Involvement in the Sector

Public Education Officer at the Electoral Office of Jamaica (EOJ), Daynia Harper, addresses a JIS ‘Think Tank’, held recently.

Persons Can Request Multiple Letters of Identity – EOJ

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Strategies Being Implemented to Tackle Praedial Larceny

Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. says the Ministry through the Praedial Larceny Prevention Unit, has been pursuing several strategies to combat the illegal activity. Mr. Charles Jr. said it is estimated that Jamaican farmers suffer losses of more than $5 billion per annum due to praedial larceny. “[It] will be one of the issues of importance...

Members of the Jamaica Defence Force carrying out operations at a checkpoint in Parade Gardens in Kingston on January 23. A Zone of Special Operations (ZOSO) was declared in Parade Gardens by Prime Minister the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, on January 9. The security measure will be in place for 60 days.

4 years ago CommunityNational Security and Peace

PHOTOS: Chief of Defence Staff Tours Parade Gardens

Members of the Jamaica Defence Force carrying out operations at a checkpoint in Parade Gardens in Kingston on January 23. A Zone of Special Operations (ZOSO) was declared in Parade Gardens by Prime Minister the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, on January 9. The security measure will be in place for 60 days.

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (left), and Jamaica’s Consul General to Miami, Florida Oliver Mair, unveil a plaque at a ceremony for the adoption of the Riversdale Health Centre, in St. Catherine, on January 19.

4 years ago Education

Riversdale Health Centre Adopted

The Riversdale Health Centre in St. Catherine is the latest facility to be adopted under the Ministry of Health and Wellness’ Adopt-A-Clinic initiative. The facility was adopted by Consulate General of Jamaica, Miami and the Jamaica Hi-5K Run/ Walk, under the auspices of Consul General, Oliver Mair. Over a three-year period, the Centre will benefit from contributions of at least...

Outgoing Chief of Defence Staff, Retired Lieutenant General Rocky Meade (left) greets Newly appointed Chief of Defence Staff, Rear Admiral Antonette Wemyss- Gorman during the Change of Command parade held at Up Park Camp in Kingston on January 21.

4 years ago National Security and Peace

New Chief of Defence Staff Commits to Changing Culture of Violence

Newly appointed Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Rear Admiral AntonetteWemyss-Gorman says she remains committed to changing the culture of violence, as stated in the Jamaica Defence Force’s (JDF) Strategic Defence Review. The Force Strategic Defence Review charts the JDF’s course up to 2037. “As we deal with issues of safety and security as a nation, I am confident that the...

4 years ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

Minister Green Working to Settle Payment of Incentives to RGD Workers

Minister without portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister, Hon. Floyd Green says he is working to settle the payment of incentives owed to staff at the Registrar General’s Department (RGD). Following a meeting with the management team at the Agency, Mr. Green said a plan for the payment was presented. “I want to assure the workers that from...

4 years ago Education

JSEZA Launches Tree Planting Initiative During Global Goals Week at World Expo 2020 Dubai

The Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA) has launched a social tree planting initiative, during Global Goals Week at World Expo 2020 Dubai. Global Goals Week at World Expo 2020 Dubai was held from January 15-22 in support of the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Participating countries commemorate the observance with their own activities hosted through their country...

Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), and retired Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Lieutenant General Rocky Meade (right), with newly appointed CDS, Rear Admiral Antonette Wemyss-Gorman, following Thursday’s (January 20) swearing- in ceremony at King’s House.

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Lieutenant General Rocky Meade Praised

Governor-General, His Excellency, the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, has praised retired Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Lieutenant General Rocky Meade, for his role in the Jamaica Defence Force’s (JDF) transformation and modernisation. He noted that the changes were made through the formulation of a strategic plan to improve the JDF’s efficiency and effectiveness, during Lieutenant General Meade’s five-year tenure...