Month: October 2026
Macka B, Jesse Royal and Shiwa are among the first announced performers for Amsterdam Reggae Festival on 27 February 2027 at De Kromhouthal.
Gyptian, Daville and Stalk Ashley are billed for the Shut Down Belize Valentine’s Concert at Belize Civic Center on 13 February 2027.
Transport Minister Daryl Vaz says Jamaica remains committed to maritime safety, security, efficiency and sustainability as the country marks World Maritime Day. KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica is reaffirming its commitment to building a safe, secure, resilient, efficient and sustainable maritime sector, with Transport Minister Daryl Vaz highlighting the industry’s importance to national development and international […]
Foreign Affairs Permanent Secretary Sheila Sealy Monteith says public-health emergencies can quickly become international issues affecting travel, trade, consular services and Jamaicans overseas. KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica is placing foreign affairs more firmly within its national health-security planning as the country assesses its capacity to prevent, detect and respond to public-health emergencies under the International […]
Caribbean Cement and CEMEX-backed project delivers concrete pavement, drainage and road improvements for more than 100 households in the Kingston community. KINGSTON, Jamaica — More than 100 households in Bell Rock, Olympic Way, are expected to benefit from an infrastructure project valued at more than J$8 million that upgraded concrete pavement, drainage and sections of […]
Proposed legislation would establish security obligations and penalties aimed at protecting systems before breaches occur as Jamaica modernizes its national cyber-defence framework. KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica is moving toward a dedicated Cybersecurity Act that would impose security obligations on entities and individuals responsible for systems that collect, store and process data, as the Government seeks […]
Nine organizations selected from nearly 100 applicants will pursue projects focused on economic opportunity, peace and security, human rights and stronger communities. KINGSTON, Jamaica — Nine Jamaican organizations have secured a combined J$22.9 million from the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives for community projects aimed at expanding economic opportunity, advancing peacebuilding and strengthening resilience across […]
Capleton was announced to headline Appleton Estate LIVEWIRE in Clarendon, Jamaica, on 31 October 2026 with the Ruff Kutt Band.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness says Jamaica needs an interoperable payment platform that can move money instantly between citizens and strengthen the Government’s ability to deliver emergency cash support. KINGSTON, Jamaica — Prime Minister Andrew Holness is calling for the development of a universal payment system in Jamaica that would allow people to transfer money immediately […]
Four infant schools in western Jamaica will receive modern school gardens designed to introduce young children to agriculture, food production and practical learning. KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica 4-H Clubs is expanding agricultural education to some of the country’s youngest students, with plans to establish modern school gardens at four infant schools in western Jamaica. […]
Prime Minister Andrew Holness says the Government is examining counter-cyclical support for businesses and economic activity while seeking to preserve Jamaica’s hard-won macroeconomic stability. KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaican Government is considering targeted measures to accelerate economic recovery as Prime Minister Andrew Holness says the country’s fiscal position provides room for carefully designed support without […]
The Esri and National Geographic Society collaboration will equip geography teachers with digital mapping tools as Jamaica expands the use of geographic information systems in education and national development. KINGSTON, Jamaica — Eight Jamaican high schools are set to pilot the MapMakers programme, a global initiative designed to modernise geography education by giving teachers and […]
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