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Tourism Mural Unveiled
Journey with us downtown to the Kingston art district for the unveiling of a new mural by the Ministry of Tourism
Winston Jones Agriculture Students
We speak to two students from the Winston Jones High School about their love for agriculture.
NHA Recipient – Fitz Albert Coleman
“Not by design” that’s how Fitzalbert Coleman describes his coaching start and evolution in track and field. While he played a variety of sports in his early years, such as football, cricket, and track and field, his initial professional decision was to edify young minds in the classroom following completing his studies at the Church Teacher's College. He taught English,...
Winston Jones High School Agriculture programme
On today’s edition of Calling Farmers, we learn about the vibrant agriculture programme at the Winston Jones High School.
Ocho Rios Bathrooms Upgraded
The male and female bathroom facilities at the 3rd largest market in Jamaica - Ocho Rios Market, have been refurbished.
JIS Midday News October 2, 2024
Ministry of Education reiterates commitment to improve the fundamentals in literacy and numeracy, Hostel Reopened For Inmates Eligible For Parole, and JACRA To Develop Support Programme for Women Coffee Farmers.
Support for livestock farmers
Government allocates $38 million to provide support to livestock farmers and beekeepers.
630 hectors of crops replanted
Production has returned to the agriculture sector with 630 hectares of crops replanted.
Public mental health services
In the heart of our busy lives, it's easy to forget that mental health is just as important as physical health. But what happens when we need help? Are public facilities equipped to meet our mental health needs? The answer to that question is yes.
Jamaica’s Promise – Kemuel Brown Outstanding St. Thomas Student
At the age of eleven, Kemuel Brown, former head boy of Morant Bay Primary School, achieved academic success beyond all expectations, by simultaneously passing his Primary Exit Profile (PEP) examinations and the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) English Language/ English A exams. Kemuel said that his mother Devmarie Blake-Brown, vice principal of Morant Bay Primary School, who tutored CSEC English...
Diaspora Engagement – Diaspora Councils
One of the strategic goals of the government of Jamaica, is to strengthen engagement and collaboration with the diaspora community; that is, Jamaicans across the globe. One of the ways that this is being undertaken is through a 2-pronged mechanism, which is a partnership with the Global Jamaica Diaspora Council and the Global Jamaica Diaspora Youth Council.