The HAJ is actively working to provide land titles to residents who have been occupying land without formal legal tenure. The government recognizes the importance of infrastructure (roads, water, electricity) in creating livable communities and encouraging residents to invest in their properties. The government is absorbing initial infrastructure costs to make land more affordable and accessible to all income groups,...

On August 5, 2025 Jamaica Broilers Group (JBG) will officially commission its new LNG- powered cogeneration plant at The Best Dressed Chicken facility, marking a major step forward in sustainable energy investment and agricultural innovation in Jamaica. The commissioning ceremony will be attended by The Most Honourable Prime Minister of Jamaica, who will offer the keynote address and officially open...

Signing Ceremony between the Government of Jamaica and the China Harbour Engineering Company Limited (CHEC) for the North South Highway Feasibility Studies. The Jamaica Information Service(JIS) is aimed at reporting up to date factual Government News for Jamaican Citizens here and abroad. We have packaged it into the Jamaica Magazine and JIS News along with other features. Look through each...

Get ready for a powerful night of praise, talent, and inspiration as the 2025 Jamaica Gospel Star Grand Finale takes center stage on Sunday, August 3! 🙌🏾🇯🇲 Birthed from the legendary Jamaica Gospel Song Competition (est. 1987), this revamped and electrifying televised talent show is Jamaica’s premier platform for discovering the next big name in gospel music. 🎶 Each week,...

Join us for the National Finals of the Miss Jamaica Festival Queen Competition on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at the Independence Village (National Indoor Sports Centre, Kingston) — starting at 8:30 PM sharp! ✨ 13 phenomenal young women will grace the stage, each embodying this year’s theme: 🗣️ “The Jamaican Woman: Proud and Bold” — a celebration of heritage, talent,...

Step into Jamaica’s soul at the Seville Great House Emancipation Vigil — a powerful all-night celebration of culture, history, and freedom in St. Ann’s Bay. Held annually on the eve of Emancipation Day, this vibrant event honors the strength and legacy of our ancestors through music, dance, storytelling, and reflection. 🎭 What’s Inside Maroon drumming, Jonkonnu, Kumina, and more Midnight...

The Community Wi-Fi program aims to provide internet access to areas where it's not commercially viable for private providers or where residents cannot afford internet service. The program empowers residents with access to online resources, educational opportunities, and the ability to connect with others. The Jamaica Information Service(JIS) is aimed at reporting up to date factual Government News for Jamaican...