Minister of Transport, Telecommunications and Energy, Hon. Daryl Vaz, says the work of stakeholders in the maritime sector is guided not only by national priorities, but by Jamaica’s active role within the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Addressing the Authority’s Illuminating Ceremony and Cocktail Reception in recognition of World Maritime Day, on September 25, Mr. Vaz said Jamaica is proud of...

Jamaicans are being encouraged to register for Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU) ICT Week 2025, which kicks off on September 29 at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel, in New Kingston. Persons are encouraged to do so quickly, as spaces are limited. CTU ICT Week 2025 is being staged by the Government under the patronage of the Minister of Transport, Telecommunications and Energy,...

Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) continues its weekly Saturday operations, with select Tax Offices opening on select Saturdays to provide greater convenience for taxpayers. TAJ is reminding and encouraging taxpayers to take advantage of the Services available on Saturdays. The following Tax Offices will continue to operate on select Saturdays between the hours of 10:00 am – 2:00 pm:  Kingston...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says his Administration remains resolute on building a transformative education system that will produce a generation of confident and innovative problem-solvers. Addressing his swearing in ceremony at King’s House on September 16, Dr. Holness said Jamaica’s economic future must be about human capital development and technology creation. “We must ensure that our...

Principal of Chetwood Memorial Primary School in St. James, Garvin Atkinson, has lauded the Primary Exit Profile (PEP) examination, describing it as a valuable tool in developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students. Mr. Atkinson, who has served in the education system for over 28 years, said the exam represents a significant improvement over previous assessments. “PEP is an...

The National Water Commission (NWC) is urging customers to practice proper waste disposal to avoid sewer line blockages. Acting NWC Corporate Public Relations Manager, Delano Williams, told JIS News that the flushing of nonbiodegradable materials is the primary cause of pump obstructions across the Commission’s sewer network. “Some of the things that we flush or dispose of in our kitchen...

The Post and Telecommunications Department (PTD) wishes to update the public on ongoing efforts to restore full postal services to Negril, Westmoreland, following the temporary relocation of operations to the Little London and Sheffield Post Offices on July 23, 2024. The closure of the Negril Post Office was necessitated by urgent health and safety concerns arising from the building’s long-term...