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The Most Hon Andrew Holness, Prime Minister speaking at the Green Climate Fund Private Investment for Climate Conference (GPIC) Iuncheon in the Republic of Korea.
The Most Hon Andrew Holness, Prime Minister speaking at the Green Climate Fund Private Investment for Climate Conference (GPIC) Iuncheon in the Republic of Korea.

Jamaica to Pioneer Caribbean Green Bond Listing

Jamaica has been given the green light to list the first ever Caribbean Green Bond on the stock market. Prime Minister Andrew Holness made the announcement earlier today (October 7) while delivering the keynote at the Green Climate Fund Private...
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right), is assisted by student at the Jamaica House Basic School in St. Andrew, Zaire Quest (centre), to plant a Jamaican Mahogany tree, at the launch of the National Tree Planting Programme on Friday (October 4) at Jamaica House. The initiative will result in the planting of three million trees over the next three years. Looking on is Chief Executive Officer at the Forestry Department and Conservator of Forests, Marilyn Headley.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right), is assisted by student at the Jamaica House Basic School in St. Andrew, Zaire Quest (centre), to plant a Jamaican Mahogany tree, at the launch of the National Tree Planting Programme on Friday (October 4) at Jamaica House. The initiative will result in the planting of three million trees over the next three years. Looking on is Chief Executive Officer at the Forestry Department and Conservator of Forests, Marilyn Headley.

Three Million Trees to be Planted Over Three Years
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), officially opens a new state-of-the-art information and communicartions technology (ICT) centre at Penwood High School in St. Andrew, on Friday (October 4). Sharing the moment (from second left) are Board Chairman of the school, Gregory Pullen; Principal, Donna McLaren; Student Council President, Shadia Maxwell; and Head Boy, Lawrence Anderson.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), officially opens a new state-of-the-art information and communicartions technology (ICT) centre at Penwood High School in St. Andrew, on Friday (October 4). Sharing the moment (from second left) are Board Chairman of the school, Gregory Pullen; Principal, Donna McLaren; Student Council President, Shadia Maxwell; and Head Boy, Lawrence Anderson.

Penwood High School to be Renovated
The Most Hon Andrew Holness, Prime Minister of Jamaica meets with United States Vice President, Mike Pence
The Most Hon Andrew Holness, Prime Minister of Jamaica meets with United States Vice President, Mike Pence

Prime Minister Holness Invited to Meeting with US Vice President Pence
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), listens to Deputy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Paradise Park Solar Farm in Westmoreland, Romain Desrousseaux, during a tour on October 2. At left is Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), listens to Deputy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Paradise Park Solar Farm in Westmoreland, Romain Desrousseaux, during a tour on October 2. At left is Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams.

PM Says Government Is Fully Committed To Investing In Cleaner Energy Sources

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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses the House of Representatives on October 1.
Local GovernmentPrime MinisterWater

NWC To Ease Water Restrictions

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the National Water Commission (NWC) will be relaxing water restrictions, following the increase in capacity at the Mona Reservoir and Hermitage Dam in St. Andrew. The recent period of heavy rainfall has raised water levels at Mona and Hermitage to 54 per cent and 72 per cent, respectively. Mr. Holness said the...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, delivers Statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday, September 10.
Office of the Prime MinisterPrime MinisterWorks / Construction

Master Drainage Plan Completed for the Entire Island

The Government of Jamaica has completed a comprehensive national drainage plan to improve the drainage system which will put an end to the flooding in the Corporate Area as well as several flood-prone towns such as May Pen, Santa Cruz and Port Maria. “When we are done, the entire Jamaica will be fully developed. Indeed, improving our road infrastructure is...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addreses the sitting of the House of Representatives on Tuesday, September 10.
Prime MinisterWeather and Climate Change

PM Urges Hurricane Preparedness

With the 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season now in its most active period, Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, is calling on Jamaicans to remain alert and ensure that they are prepared for any eventuality. “This means stocking up on the supplies that you will need in the event of a storm… your candles, batteries, canned food, water supply and...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (third left), conversing with members of the Royal Canadian Air Force at the Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston on Saturday (Sept. 7). This was ahead of a relief mission to the Bahamas by the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART), through support from Canada. Also pictured (from right) are: Canadian High Commissioner to Jamaica, Her Excellency Laurie Peters; Canadian Defence Attaché to the West Indies, Col. Jacques O’Keefe; and Chief of Defence Staff, Lieutenant General Rocky Meade.
DiasporaDisaster ReliefPrime Minister

120 Soldiers Deployed to The Bahamas

A contingent of 120 Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) soldiers departed the island this afternoon (Sept. 7) to provide recovery and humanitarian support to the Bahamas following the devastation caused by Hurricane Dorian. They were accompanied by 11 members of the Royal Canadian Air Force, which provided airlift support. At least 43 persons in the Bahamas have died and homes and...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (at podium), addresses a press conference held at Jamaica House on Thursday (September 5), where he announced a State of Public Emergency (SOE) for the parishes of Clarendon and St. Catherine.
National SecurityPrime Minister

Prime Minister Says SOEs Have Been Effective

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says ongoing States of Public Emergency (SOEs) implemented in several parishes across the island have been effective and are achieving success. “Within the spaces that we have the SOE and even outside of those spaces we have been able to interdict, bring before the courts, prosecute and have successful convictions,” he said. The...
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