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NAIROBI, Kenya — President William Ruto met with South Africa’s Acting Director-General of the State Security Agency, Ambassador Gloria Nozuko Bam, at State House Nairobi on May 19, 2025. The meeting underscored the growing importance of artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing national and regional security across Africa. President Ruto emphasized the critical role of AI […]

CAIRO, Egypt — On May 19, 2025, International Monetary Fund (IMF) Deputy Managing Director Nigel Clarke met with Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly to reaffirm the IMF’s commitment to supporting Egypt’s ongoing economic reforms. Clarke praised the Egyptian government’s efforts in implementing bold policy measures aimed at stabilizing the economy and fostering private sector-led growth. […]

MAPUTO, Mozambique — Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah arrived in Maputo on Monday, May 19, 2025, for a one-day working visit aimed at bolstering bilateral cooperation between Namibia and Mozambique. This visit underscores the commitment of both nations to deepen ties in trade, education, youth development, and regional peace and security. Upon arrival, President Nandi-Ndaitwah was […]

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – Top government officials from the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) joined nurses in downtown Kingston today to protest violence against women, following a recent attack on a healthcare worker. Among those in attendance were Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton, Minister of Gender Affairs Olivia “Babsy” Grange, State Minister for National Security Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn, […]

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – Jamaica commemorated the 102nd anniversary of the birth of the Most Honourable Hugh Shearer, the nation’s third Prime Minister, with a floral tribute ceremony held in his honour. Representing Prime Minister Andrew Holness, Senator the Honourable Kamina Johnson Smith laid a wreath in tribute to Shearer’s enduring legacy. The event was made […]

ST. THOMAS, JAMAICA – Prime Minister Andrew Holness has reaffirmed the government’s long-term commitment to transforming St. Thomas, Jamaica into a modern, economically vibrant parish, backed by a 50-year infrastructure strategy already well underway. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), the Prime Minister highlighted key milestones of the Southern Coastal Highway Improvement Project […]

Kingston, Jamaica – The Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) has announced its latest squad, and forward Shania Hayles is officially back in the black, green, and gold. The Reggae Girlz are gearing up for a high-profile clash against the United States on June 3, and the mission is crystal clear: represent with heart, pride, and Jamaican power. […]

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The global reggae community joined in celebration on May 19, 2025, as Rohan Marley, son of the late, great Bob Marley, was honoured with a powerful birthday message from the official @BobMarley account on X (formerly Twitter). The simple but symbolic post read: “Birthday blessings to @Romarley today! LION ORDER ”— @BobMarley, […]

NASSAU, Bahamas – Prime Minister Philip Brave Davis has praised the achievements of the largest graduating class of the National Youth Guard, describing the cohort as a new generation of “responders and problem-solvers” equipped to serve and strengthen the nation. Speaking on Friday, Davis stood proudly alongside Cohort 4 of the programme, which provides young […]

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Rising dancehall and reggae recording artiste El Shaddai, also known as Dolly Don, is making waves with her new single “Priceless,” a powerful anthem of self-worth, empowerment, and inner strength set for release on May 24. Produced and engineered by Mario Cheef, Priceless combines dancehall energy with unapologetic lyricism. It’s a track […]