Donations in support of Hurricane Melissa relief and recovery will be collected at the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualification match between the Reggae Boyz and Curaçao on November 18 at the National Stadium in Kingston. Jamaica Red Cross is partnering with the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) and the Ministry of Culture, Gender Entertainment and Sport on the collection drive. “This...

The Usain Bolt statue at the National Stadium was illuminated on Thursday, September 25, to mark the start of Jamaica’s observance of World Heart Week 2025. The observance, culminating on World Heart Day—Monday, September 29—seeks to promote cardiovascular health awareness and encourage Jamaicans to adopt heart-friendly lifestyles. Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, who attended the...

Jamaican sprint legend, Hon. Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, has encouraged young athletes to pursue their dreams with determination and perseverance. She urged them to stay strong and go after their goals without fear even in the face of challenges. “Sometimes our blessings come, but they are bottled or wrapped in thorns, and some obstacles and some hurdles and storms, but they don't...

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, has welcomed home members of Jamaica’s team that competed at the recent World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan. On Monday (September 22) at the Norman Manley International Airport (NMIA), in Kingston, Ms. Grange greeted officials and athletes, including sprinter, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, whom she commended for her outstanding record on and...

 

Broughton Primary School in Westmoreland has received a donation of tennis equipment from hospitality industry tennis instructor Kevin Simms as part of efforts to introduce the sport to students and promote healthy lifestyles. In an interview with JIS News, Mr. Simms outlined that the initiative stemmed from his desire to give back to his community. “A co-worker of mine told...