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President of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), Ilan Goldfajn (right), speaks to reporters about his organisation’s support for Jamaica’s hurricane recovery effort, during a visit to some of the affected areas in Westmoreland on November 17. Listening at left is Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness.

International Lending Agencies Commit to Jamaica’s Recovery Effort

By: Garwin Davis, November 20, 2025

A coalition of international lending agencies have announced immediate commitments to assist Jamaica’s recovery effort, in the aftermath of category-five Hurricane Melissa. A tour of several affected communities in western...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses a Special Press Briefing on Hurricane Melissa Recovery at Jamaica House on Wednesday (November 19).

NHT to Procure 5,000 Container Homes for Hurricane Relief

By: Donique Weston, November 20, 2025

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, announces the establishment of the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority (NARA), during a press briefing at Jamaica House on Wednesday (Nov. 19).

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Jamaica Banker’s Association (JBA) President, Audrey Tugwell Henry (centre), hands over a cheque valued $5 million to Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) President, Metry Seaga (second right), towards the PSOJ’s Hurricane Melissa Relief Effort. Sharing in the presentation are (from left) JBA Chief Executive Officer, Barbara Hume; Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) President , Kathryn Silvera; and Jamaica Chamber of Commerce (JCC) President, Emile Leiba. The handover ceremony was held on Wednesday (November 19) at the PSOJ’s offices in Kingston.

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JBA Contributes $5M to PSOJ Hurricane Melissa Relief Effort

The Jamaica Bankers Association (JBA) has contributed $5 million to the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica’s (PSOJ) Hurricane Melissa Relief Effort. The presentation was made during a handover ceremony at...

By: Judana Murphy, November 19, 2025

Acting Chief Public Health Inspector for St. James, Sherika Lewis, addresses the recent St. James Municipal Corporation monthly meeting in Montego Bay.

3 months ago Health & WellnessHurricane MelissaHurricane Relief & Recovery

Communal Sanitation Systems Proposed to Support Hurricane-Affected Residents in St. James

Acting Chief Public Health Inspector for St. James, Sherika Lewis, is recommending the establishment of communal sanitation systems for residents affected by Hurricane Melissa. “We are aware that there are...

By: Serena Grant, November 19, 2025

Hurricane victims, Icilda Brown (centre), Christine Burnett (left) and Angela Farquharson in the badly damaged community of Whitehouse, in Westmoreland, on November 17.

3 months ago CARICOMHurricane Relief & Recovery

Hurricane Victims Hopeful After Visit by PM and CARICOM Heads

The visit to Whitehouse and adjoining communities in Westmoreland by Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness and CARICOM Heads, on November 17, is being viewed by some residents...

By: Garwin Davis, November 19, 2025

State Minister in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Hon. Krystal Lee (centre), observes as Founder and Chief Executive Officer of WaterStep, Mark Hogg, demonstrates how the water-purification bleach makers function during the handover ceremony for 300 machines at the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) in New Kingston on Tuesday (November 18). Also looking on is the Ministry’s Director of Communication, Stephen Davidson (left). The durable systems enable health facilities to produce World Health Organization (WHO)-approved, medical-grade disinfectant on site, ensuring a stable local supply while expanding access to safe water and sanitation solutions, particularly during disasters.

3 months ago Health & WellnessHurricane MelissaHurricane Relief & RecoveryLocal Government

300 Bleach Makers Donated to Jamaica’s Health System

Over 300 bleach makers have been donated to Jamaica’s health system, bolstering the nation’s capacity to provide safe, on-site medical-grade disinfectants in the wake of Hurricane Melissa. The donation, from...

By: Britney Stevens, November 19, 2025

Caption: Medical Officer of Health for Portland, Dr. Sharon Lewis, speaking at the recent monthly sitting of the Portland Municipal Corporation in Port Antonio.

3 months ago Health & WellnessHurricane MelissaHurricane Relief & Recovery

Portlanders Urged to Take Precaution Against Leptospirosis

Following flooding across sections of Portland due to Hurricane Melissa, Medical Officer of Health for the parish, Dr. Sharon Lewis, is urging residents to take precautionary measures against leptospirosis. Speaking...

By: Mickella Anderson-Gordon, November 19, 2025

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), listens attentively as Commanding Officer for Westmoreland Police Division, Superintendent Othneil Dobson (right), provides a status report on post-Hurricane Melissa operational activities in the parish. The occasion was a visit to Whitehouse, Westmoreland, by Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Heads of Government and officials, and Jamaican Ministers of Government on Monday (November 17). The tour was led by Dr. Holness, who Chairs CARICOM. Also listening (from second left) are Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda, Hon. Gaston Browne; Prime Minister of Grenada, Hon. Dickon Mitchell; President of Guyana, Dr. the Hon. Irfaan Ali (partially hidden in background); President of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), Ilan Goldfajn, and Jamaica's Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams.

3 months ago CARICOMHurricane Relief & Recovery

Grenada’s Prime Minister Highlights Regional Solidarity Amid Jamaica’s Hurricane Recovery

Prime Minister of Grenada, Hon. Dickon Mitchell, has emphasised the vital importance of regional solidarity during times of crisis, citing the recent passage of Hurricane Melissa, which severely impacted Jamaica....

By: Serena Grant, November 19, 2025

President of Guyana, Dr. Irfaan Ali (centre), addresses reporters following a tour of hurricane-affected areas in Whitehouse, Westmoreland, on November 17. Listening are Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left) and Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams (right).

3 months ago CARICOMHurricane Relief & Recovery

President of Guyana Outlines Assistance for Jamaica

President of Guyana, Dr. Irfaan Ali, has outlined a comprehensive, rapid-response programme to assist Jamaica as the island recovers from the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa on October 28. Addressing...

By: Garwin Davis, November 19, 2025

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green (third right, front row), shakes hands with the GraceKennedy (GK) Group's Head of General Insurance, Tammara Glaves-Hucey, during the symbolic handover of a $2.88 million insurance payout to 98 Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) farmers affected by Hurricane Melissa. The payout, made under the GraceKennedy Weather Protection Programme, is administered by GK General Insurance Company Limited. Also pictured (from left, back row) are Assistant General Manager for Client and Partner Services at GK General Insurance, Andrea Muir Gibbs; RADA Chief Executive Officer, Garnet Edmondson; and Client and Partner Services Manager at GK General Insurance, Orette Duncan, alongside several farmer beneficiaries. The ceremony was held recently at the Agriculture Ministry’s Hope Gardens headquarters in St. Andrew.

3 months ago AgricultureHurricane Relief & Recovery

Young Farmer Thankful for GK Weather Protection Programme’s Hurricane Recovery Support

Twenty‑four‑year‑old farmer, Tasheka Powell, has expressed gratitude for the GraceKennedy (GK) Weather Protection Programme, following receipt of a portion of a $2.88 million insurance payout to assist her recovery from...

By: Vanessa James, November 19, 2025

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JBA Contributes $5M to PSOJ Hurricane Melissa Relief Effort

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