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The 2023 Commonwealth Short Story Prize winner, Kwame McPherson.

Jamaican’s Short Story ‘OCOEE’ under Consideration for the Big Screen

By: E. Hartman Reckord, June 20, 2024

Jamaica’s 2023 Commonwealth Short Story Prize winner, Kwame McPherson, says his award-winning story, ‘Ocoee’, is under consideration for adaptation into a television series or film. Mr. McPherson made the announcement...

Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge (centre), addresses a Plenary Session, today (June 19), at the 10th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference, being held at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in Rose Hall, St. James. With the State Minister are Vice Chair of the Global Jamaica Diaspora Council (GJDC), Dr. Shauna Chin, and Consul-General of Jamaica, in Miami, Oliver Mair.

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Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, addresses Wednesday’s (June 19) post-Cabinet press briefing at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James.

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Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Information, Skills and Digital Transformation, Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon (right) makes a point during a breakout session of the 10th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference held at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James on June 18. Listening (from left) are Head of Communications and Corporate Affairs at Digicel Jamaica, Elon Parkinson and Managing Director of the HEART/NSTA Trust, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton. The breakout session discussed the topic ‘Skills training at the cornerstone of national development through HEART/NSTA Trust’.

2 years ago Jamaican DiasporaTechnology

Young People Urged to Embrace AI and its Benefits

Young persons in Jamaica are being encouraged to take advantage of artificial intelligence (AI) and not to be fearful about the new technology as the Government prepares for the development...

By: Serena Grant, June 19, 2024

Prime Minister, the Most Andrew Holness (second from left), looks on as Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, points to a life-sized figure of cultural icon Hon. Louise Bennett Coverley, which was on display at the 10th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference on Wednesday (June 18). The four-day conference is being held at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in Rose Hall, St. James.

2 years ago Jamaican DiasporaPrime Minister

PHOTOS: PM Tours Booths at Diaspora Conference

Prime Minister, the Most Andrew Holness (second from left), looks on as Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, points to a...

Diaspora members visit the National Housing Trust (NHT) booth during the Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James. The NHT is part of the Government-at-Your-Service (GOVAYS)/Marketplace feature of the conference.

2 years ago HousingJamaican Diaspora

NHT Urges Diasporans to ‘Come Build With Us’

The National Housing Trust (NHT) is inviting diasporans to contribute to and invest in Jamaica’s housing sector under its 'Come Build With Us' initiative. Assistant General Manager for Corporate Communications...

By: Britney Stevens, June 19, 2024

Community Relations Officer, Jamaica Consulate General, New York, Christopher Benjamin (left), moderates the Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) luncheon Plenary at the 10th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference, held at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James on Tuesday (June 18). Others (from second left) are Deputy Chief Executive Officer for Corporate Services at PICA, Clover Roberts; Director, Immigration at PICA, Ezra Whittock; Director Citizenship Services, PICA, Carol Hammond, and Director, Passport Services at PICA, Stephanie Gordon.

2 years ago Jamaican DiasporaNational Security and Peace

PICA Encourages Jamaicans in the Diaspora to Apply for Their e-Passport

The Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) is encouraging Jamaicans in the diaspora to apply for their e-passport. An e-passport is issued to citizens applying for a new passport, renewal...

By: Latonya Linton, June 19, 2024

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Dunstan Bryan, addresses a session on ‘Transforming Jamaica’s Health System in Partnership with the Diaspora’ during the 10th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference in Montego Bay on Monday (June 17). He is flanked by Sector Lead for Health and Wellness in the Global Jamaica Diaspora Council (GJDC), Dr. Gary Rhule (left), and member of the Jamaica Nurses Group in New York, United States (US), Claudette Powell.

2 years ago Health & WellnessJamaican Diaspora

Ministry Invites More Diaspora Health Missions

The Ministry of Health and Wellness is encouraging overseas Jamaicans in the healthcare profession, particularly those in specialist areas, to partner with local agencies and organisations to conduct health missions...

By: Garfield L. Angus, June 19, 2024

Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge.

2 years ago Jamaican DiasporaLegal and Constitutional Affairs

Diaspora Conference to Feature Constitutional Reform Panel on Day Three

Constitutional Reform will be among topics for discussion during Wednesday’s (June 19) final day of the 10th Biennial Diaspora Conference, which is being staged at the Montego Bay Convention Centre...

By: Twila Wheelan, June 19, 2024

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (at lectern), emphasises a point during the opening ceremony for the 10th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James on Tuesday (June 18). Listening are (from left) Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge; Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith; Leader of the Opposition, Mark Golding; and President and Chief Executive Officer, VM Group and Diaspora Conference Chair, Courtney Campbell.

2 years ago Jamaican DiasporaPrime Minister

Prime Minister Thanks Jamaicans Overseas for Supporting the Country’s Growth and Development

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has thanked members of the diaspora for their continued role in Jamaica’s growth and development. Addressing the 10th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference at...

By: Chris Patterson, June 19, 2024

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Jonson Smith (second left), participates in a Plenary Session at the 10th Biennial Diaspora Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre, St. James, on June 17. Other panellists include (from left) Ambassador of Jamaica to Belgium and Head of Mission to the European Union (EU), Her Excellency Symone Betton Nayo; President, Jamaican Women of Florida, Aisha Rainford; High Commissioner of Jamaica to Canada, Her Excellency Marsha Coore Lobban, and Consul General of Jamaica in New York, Alsion Wilson, OD.

2 years ago Jamaican Diaspora

Country’s Achievements Have Helped to Shape Identity on Global Stage – Foreign Minister

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, says Jamaica's rich history is marked by numerous achievements and milestones that have helped to shape the...

By: Garwin Davis, June 19, 2024

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