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The Vision 2030 Jamaica ‘Love Jamaica’ Poetry and Song Competition Awards Ceremony celebrates and recognizes young Jamaicans who have excelled in expressing their love for country through creative writing and music. Finalists in both poetry and song categories are invited to the awards event, where winners—selected through a combination of public voting and judges’ evaluation—are officially announced and honored The...

The Media Launch of the 140th Anniversary Celebration of Shortwood Teachers' College will serve as the official public unveiling of this historic milestone. It is designed to generate national visibility, engage key stakeholders, and set the tone for a year of commemorative activities. Through a professionally coordinated event, the College will position itself as an institution of enduring legacy and...

The National Council for Senior Citizens’ (NCSC) Month National Church Service is the official worship service that launches the month-long observance of Senior Citizens’ Month. It serves as a time of thanksgiving, reflection, and prayer for the nation’s older population, while highlighting their contributions to national development. The National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC) was established in 1976 (originally as...

The CARICOM Election Observation Mission (EOM) Press Conference provides key findings and insights on the conduct of national elections in member states. The Mission, made up of independent experts and observers from across the Caribbean Community, monitors voting, counting, and tabulation procedures to ensure transparency, fairness, and adherence to democratic standards. CARICOM began deploying Election Observation Missions in the 1990s...

This official ceremony marks the swearing-in of Judges of Appeal, Puisne Judges (associate judges of the Supreme Court) and Masters-in-Chambers (judicial officers who handle interlocutory and procedural civil matters). The Court of Appeal — Jamaica’s highest domestic appellate court — was established under the Constitution at Independence in August 1962, building on earlier appellate structures that date back to the...

Join us for CARIFESTA XV as we dive into “Bush Tea and Big Talk”, a dynamic conversation centered on Caribbean wellness, culture, and community. This engaging session explores traditional practices, health, and holistic living while celebrating the strength and creativity of our people. 🎭 CARIFESTA XV (Caribbean Festival of Arts) brings together voices, ideas, and traditions from across the region,...