Minister of Health & Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton MP has expressed his deep regret at the passing of Former Director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), Dr. Carissa Eitenne earlier this morning. Dr. Tufton has described her as a dynamic leader, who provided strategic guidance to the Region and was instrumental in several public health initiatives including...

Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) has taken another step along its digital road map, with the introduction of its first non-cash location in the Cross Roads area. The cashless office located in the Regal Plaza, 15B Old Hope Road, Cross Roads becomes operational on Friday, December 1, 2023, and will operate the standard opening hours (Mon – Wed 8:30 a.m. –...

An American citizen was detained by Customs Officers at the Norman Manley International Airport, and subsequently arrested by law enforcement officers, on Tuesday (Nov. 21) for attempting to smuggle an undisclosed quantity of ganja into the country. The individual, whose identity is being withheld pending ongoing investigations, was also found in possession of a large quantity of laced edibles concealed...

The investment by the Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF) in the Bucknor Multipurpose Centre in Clarendon is proof of sustainability nine years later. The recent opening of the Homework Centre by the Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen on October 31, 2023, highlights the unwavering commitment of the residents to the development of their community. The JSIF’s...

The Ministry of Health & Wellness wishes to advise of the following precautions to take following the passage of the rain associated with Cyclone number 22: GOING OUTSIDE • Do not go outside until necessary. • Wear water boots or closed shoes when going outdoors. • Wear gloves when clearing debris or disposing of dirty water. • If you get...

In a significant victory against transnational drug trafficking, the Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) successfully intercepted two cocaine trafficking operations, including an export destined for Thailand at two courier facilities at the Norman Manley International Airport Cargo Section, on Thursday (Nov. 16, 2023). During routine Customs operations, Customs Officers at NMIA discovered and seized an undisclosed quantity of cocaine concealed in...

The National Works Agency (NWA) is reporting that it is responding to more than 30 incidents relating to rains associated with Tropical Cyclone Number 22. The Agency has had to be dealing with issues such as fallen rocks, landslides, flooding, scoured surfaces and breakaways. Manager Communication and Customer Services at the NWA, Stephen Shaw says that the bulk of the...