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Newly appointed, Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Advocate for Gender Justice, Dr. Rosina Wiltshire, has called for further strengthening of institutions addressing gender-based violence in the region. Dr. Wiltshire will have oversight for the CARICOM Gender-based violence programme, which seeks to develop a more co-ordinated and integrated approach to reducing violence in the region. The programme is being funded under the CARICOM/Spain...

Minister of National Security, Senator Dwight Nelson, has described the findings contained in the recent International Narcotics Control Strategy Report (INCSR) as an inaccurate depiction of Jamaica's efforts to combat drugs and organised crime. The report, compiled by the Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs of the United States' Department of State, asserted that the Government's anti-corruption and...

Stakeholders in the Caribbean banking sector will gather in Jamaica for three days later this month, to identify best practices for addressing bank insolvency issues, when the Jamaica Deposit Insurance Corporation (JDIC) stages its inaugural Caribbean Bank Insolvency Conference. Titled 'Bank Insolvency in the Caribbean: Law and Best Practice,' the conference is slated for the Rose Hall Resort and Spa...

For several decades, the Overseas Employment Programme has been like a silver lining for many Jamaicans, particularly farm workers, providing them the opportunity to improve their lives. The programme has also been a significant contributor to the Jamaican economy, as a result of the frequent inflow of foreign exchange, being sent home by workers to their loved ones. This year,...

Senator the Hon. Marlene Malahoo Forte, Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, has been honoured as a Young Global Leader (YGL). The honour, bestowed each year by the World Economic Forum, recognises the most distinguished young leaders below the age of 40 from around the world for their professional accomplishments, commitment to society and...

The Ballynure Basic School in Harry Watch, Manchester was officially opened on Sunday (February 28) after extensive upgrading work, which was funded by the Culture Health Arts Science and Education (CHASE) Fund at a cost of more than $10 million. The project included expansion of classrooms, putting in new bathrooms, and renovating existing buildings. Speaking at the opening ceremony held...

Jamaica's newly appointed High Commissioner to Canada, Mrs. Sheila Sealy Monteith, has pledged to work with all the Jamaican agencies in Canada for the betterment of Jamaica. The High Commissioner was speaking recently with members of staff of the Jamaican Consulate General, Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), Jamaica Information Service (JIS) and Jampro, at the Consulate in Toronto. "Jamaica is our...

The Washington DC-based Jamaica Nationals Association (JNA) is looking to establish a 'Jamaica House' in the United States this year, which will serve as its operational headquarters and a venue to showcase Jamaican culture and the Jamaican brand. Addressing the monthly meeting of the JNA held at the Embassy in Washington last Sunday (February 28), Ms. Henry said the establishment...

The Jamaican Consulate in Miami will be staging a community outreach in Lauderhill next Tuesday (March 9), where Jamaican nationals will benefit from a range of consular services. The event will be held at the City Commission of Lauderhill at 5581 West Oakland Boulevard from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Persons will benefit from the processing of Jamaican passports and...

Principal Director of Culture and Entertainment in the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture, Sydney Bartley, says there is an urgent need to sustain reggae at the forefront of the world's cultural treasures and ensure Jamaicans attain sustainable prosperity from it. Delivering the keynote address at a reggae symposium entitled, "Celebrating the Life of Bob Marley: Contribution to Jamaica's Development",...

Minister Counsellor at the Haitian Embassy, Mr. Rodney Marcellus has expressed his gratitude to the people of Jamaica for its support to his country after the massive earthquake that struck the island in January. "I want to thank the government and the Jamaican community for their overwhelming support to Haiti," he said during an interview with JIS News. Mr. Marcellus...

Prime Minister, Bruce Golding, has sent a message to President Michelle Bachelet of Chile on the loss of lives and destruction caused by the severe earthquake that hit central Chile early this morning.The death toll, not yet known, is reported to have already exceeded 150. The damage to buildings and infrastructure is extensive. The Prime Minister said he was especially...