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Jamaica's Finance Minister, Nigel Clarke, unveils plans to extend a regional catastrophe bond to other Caribbean countri...
15/06/2023

Jamaica's Finance Minister, Nigel Clarke, unveils plans to extend a regional catastrophe bond to other Caribbean countries. The bond's objective is to shield participating nations' budgets from the financial strain of hurricanes and distribute investor risk across multiple jurisdictions.

* Strengthening Resilience: Jamaica leads efforts to expand a regional catastrophe bond to protect countries from hurricane risks.
* Collaborative Risk Sharing: Multiple Caribbean nations express interest in joining Jamaica's regional catastrophe bond, spreading investor risk and safeguarding budgets.
* Building Climate Resilience: Jamaica promotes the concept of a regional catastrophe bond to mitigate hurricane impacts, advocating for climate adaptation in the Caribbean.

Jamaican Finance Minister Nigel Clarke has revealed that several Caribbean countries are showing "definite interest" in joining Jamaica to issue a

JUST IN:   Reports.Jamaica's Plastic Lunch Boxes Face Ban, Paving the Way for Sustainable Alternatives
22/05/2023

JUST IN: Reports.

Jamaica's Plastic Lunch Boxes Face Ban, Paving the Way for Sustainable Alternatives

Government Implements Game-Changing Measure to Curb Plastic Pollution In a progressive move aimed at combatting plastic pollution and promoting a greener

JUST IN:   Reports.US Dollar Continues to Decline Against Iraqi Dinar, Reaching Below 144,000 Dinars for Every 100 Dolla...
17/05/2023

JUST IN: Reports.

US Dollar Continues to Decline Against Iraqi Dinar, Reaching Below 144,000 Dinars for Every 100 Dollars

The US dollar exchange rates against the Iraqi dinar have experienced a further decline, falling below 144,000 dinars for every 100 dollars. The central

 :   Reports.Tragic Fire Engulfs Queens Home, Claims the Life of an Infant
15/05/2023

: Reports.

Tragic Fire Engulfs Queens Home, Claims the Life of an Infant

Heartbreaking Loss as Infant Succumbs to Fire-Related Injuries In a devastating incident that unfolded in Queens' Jamaica neighborhood, a fast-spreading

JUST IN:   Reports.Duty-Free Importation Opens Doors for European Automobiles
10/05/2023

JUST IN: Reports.

Duty-Free Importation Opens Doors for European Automobiles

In an exciting development for car enthusiasts in Jamaica, the duty-free importation of European automobiles has been introduced. This new policy is set

 :   Reports.Anatoly Antonov, Russian Ambassador to the United States, said that dozens of  employees of the Russian Emb...
02/02/2023

: Reports.

Anatoly Antonov, Russian Ambassador to the United States, said that dozens of employees of the Russian Embassy will leave the United States by July 1.

JUST IN:   Reports.Tatyana Moskalkova, Russian Human Rights Ombudsperson said on Wednesday that, Ukraine is delaying the...
02/02/2023

JUST IN: Reports.

Tatyana Moskalkova, Russian Human Rights Ombudsperson said on Wednesday that, Ukraine is delaying the exchanges of prisoners of war.

19/01/2023

JUST IN: Reports.

Olympic champion Usain Bolt is seeking to recoup more than $12.7 million that vanished from his account with a Jamaican investment firm and is willing to go to court if necessary, according to Bolt's attorney.

Bolt was informed last week that his account balance at Kingston-based Stocks and Securities Ltd (SSL) had mysteriously dwindled to just $12,000, lawyer Linton Gordon told late on Tuesday.

Gordon said, “We will be going to court with the matter” if the company does not return the funds.

He added, “It is a grave disappointment, and we are hoping that the matter will be resolved in a way that Mr. Bolt will recover his money and be able to live in peace.”

SSL said in a statement on Jan. 12 that it had become aware of fraudulent activity by a former employee and had notified law enforcement, adding that it had taken steps to secure assets and strengthen protocols.


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JUST IN:   Reports.Authorities said that, Jamaican authorities have seized over $80 million worth of  ***ne from a ship ...
15/01/2023

JUST IN: Reports.

Authorities said that, Jamaican authorities have seized over $80 million worth of ***ne from a ship at the port of . This is considered as one of the biggest-ever drug busts in .

Jamaica Constabulary Force said on Saturday that, Jamaican officials found the inside a cargo ship from South America. The estimated street value of this drugs is around $80 million.

The police said that, search of the cargo ship yielded over 1,500 kilograms (3,306 lbs) of co***ne. Jamaica's Defence Force said in a separate statement that, the goods were packed into 50 bags containing 1,250 packages.

Jamaica's Defence Force said, it would be fighting against criminals who "take advantage of Jamaica's geo-strategic significance in world trade by exploiting legitimate cargo".

Neither the police nor the defense force has went on to name the ship from which the drugs were found and no arrests were made in this regard.

BREAKING:   Reports. Five governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have challenged the party leadership to sanc...
30/12/2022

BREAKING: Reports.

Five governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have challenged the party leadership to sanction them for rejecting Atiku Abubakar as a presidential candidate.

The G-5, or the five disgruntled governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), have said that they are not afraid of any punishment from the party leadership.

Multiple local sources have confirmed that the G-5 governors reportedly met with Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate for the All Progressives Congress, in London and negotiated for his support.

The PDP claimed to be unaware of the meeting and stated that the governors were simply on vacation in the UK.

On Wednesday morning, reported that a spokesperson for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) confirmed after a meeting in Abuja that the G5 Governors can be disciplined by the party.

BREAKING:   Reports.In order to control the ongoing threat of crime linked to gang activity, Jamaican Prime Minister  re...
28/12/2022

BREAKING: Reports.

In order to control the ongoing threat of crime linked to gang activity, Jamaican Prime Minister renewed states of emergency in eight parishes on Wednesday.

Regional states of emergency, which permit authorities to search buildings and arrest citizens without a warrant, was announced by Holness on November 15.

JUST IN:   Reports. Minister of Tourism (), Edmund Bartlett is all set to lead a newly established Tourism Employment En...
04/12/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

Minister of Tourism (), Edmund Bartlett is all set to lead a newly established Tourism Employment Enhancement Team.

This will help in creating a global charter for employment with the recovery of the industry. The charter will be the social contract between employers and employees. Moreover, it will be created on the basis of new labor market relationships within the global industry.

JUST IN:   Reports. The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) in collaboration with the European Union (EU) han...
03/12/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) in collaboration with the European Union (EU) handed over electronic equipment to the Jamaica Constabulary Force ( ) to bolster the fight against human trafficking.

Three laptop computers, cellphones, a printer, and printer cartridges were handed over to JCF. Moreover,
..the equipment was purchased as part of the Multi-Country Border Security Project (MCBSP), implemented by IOM and funded by the European Union.

JUST IN:   Reports. The Natural Resources Conservation Authority Act (NRCA) and the Wildlife Protection Act are to be am...
03/12/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

The Natural Resources Conservation Authority Act (NRCA) and the Wildlife Protection Act are to be amended to increase fines and penalties for breaches of the laws.

Minister Without Portfolio with responsibility for water, the environment, and climate change, Matthew Samuda ( ), said that the Government will move to create ecologically sensitive areas under the NRCA Act.

Samuda said that this will provide a greater level of protection for areas with environmental sensitivities.

JUST IN:   Reports. Former Jamaica Labour Party Member of Parliament for Westmoreland Central, Russell Hammond, passed a...
03/12/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

Former Jamaica Labour Party Member of Parliament for Westmoreland Central, Russell Hammond, passed away after ailing for some time.

Hammond, who was the managing director of Hammond's Pastry Place in Westmoreland, passed away last night at the University Hospital of the West Indies.

PM Andrew Holness ( ) expressed his sincere condolences stating that Hammond was a stalwart and an example of selfless dedication to Jamaica.

03/12/2022

WATCH: Reports.

A 40-year-old man, Nardo Grant of Farm Pen in Savanna-la-mar was shot and killed at Belle Isle main road in Grange Hill, Westmoreland.

It has been reported that shortly after 2 p.m. Grant was riding his motorcycle along the roadway when he was pounced upon by persons travelling in a white motor car.

The attack occurred at a section of the roadway which was recently a State of Public Emergency checkpoint.

03/12/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

A two-vehicle collision along the main road in Round Hill, Hanover resulted in a major traffic delay.

The firefighters were on the scene to assist both drivers who sustained injuries.

JUST IN:   Reports. The Police () have confirmed the arrest of a car dealer who was accused of obtaining nearly $4 milli...
02/12/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

The Police () have confirmed the arrest of a car dealer who was accused of obtaining nearly $4 million from one of his clients.

According to Senior Superintendent Marlon Nesbeth, the commanding officer of the St Andrew Central Police Division, the man is to be charged in that matter but more people have been filing similar complaints against him.

JUST IN:   Reports. The National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) has rolled out ‘Operation Sweep Cop’ with 10 b...
02/12/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

The National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) has rolled out ‘Operation Sweep Cop’ with 10 bikes and 8 new trucks.

The operation is sought to ensure proper waste disposal among Jamaicans as the country approaches Christmas. Operation Sweep Cop will see NSWMA strategically working to enforce and enhance public cleansing operations and programs.

The eight units are part of 50 new trucks which were acquired at a cost of US$6.9 million increasing the company's fleet to 129.

02/12/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

It was a normal day at May Pen, Clarendon for taxi operators amid fears of the strike.

The taxi operators were asked to withdraw their services today as they pressed the government for a traffic ticket amnesty. However, the government has rejected the call.

JUST IN:   Reports. Prime Minister Andrew Holness () said that the legislation will soon be coming to households where t...
02/12/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

Prime Minister Andrew Holness () said that the legislation will soon be coming to households where they will be required to properly separate and sort their solid waste.

Holness noted that while the country works toward improving its efficiency in managing waste.

JUST IN:   Reports. The long-pending National Investment Policy has been approved by the Cabinet and will be tabled in P...
01/12/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

The long-pending National Investment Policy has been approved by the Cabinet and will be tabled in Parliament for deliberation soon. The policy aims to create an enabling environment for businesses to invest in Jamaica.

The policy which was tabled previously with the National Five-Year Manufacturing Growth Strategy is intended to provide a framework for creating an environment that is necessary to attract local and foreign direct investment to Jamaica.

JUST IN:   Reports. The traffic changes in Melrose Hill, Manchester have been extended by three months as more time is n...
01/12/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

The traffic changes in Melrose Hill, Manchester have been extended by three months as more time is needed to complete the road work.

The work was slated to come to an end today, but the National Works Agency (NWA) said that this has been pushed back to February 2023 in the interest of the major upgrading project.

The traffic changes, which were put in place to facilitate the construction of a box culvert, included the closure of a section of the Melrose Hill Bypass.

JUST IN:   Reports. Justice Minister Delroy Chuck () has endorsed the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries’ national ‘G...
01/12/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

Justice Minister Delroy Chuck () has endorsed the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries’ national ‘Grow Smart, Eat Smart’ campaign.

Delroy Chuck, Member of Parliament for St Andrew North Eastern, stated that the forum was used to sensitize agricultural science and food and nutrition teachers about the campaign and the role they can play in influencing students.

He told the educators that he is “very happy to endorse Minister Charles’ strategy and program”.

JUST IN:   Reports. The slow take-up of the pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) HIV drug in Jamaica has sparked concern for ...
01/12/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

The slow take-up of the pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) HIV drug in Jamaica has sparked concern for Dr. Richard Amenyah, UNAIDS multi-country director on the island.

PrEP, which is usually in the form of a pill, is designed to be taken by HIV-negative individuals who are at a greater risk of contracting the virus.

These include g**s, transgender people, s*x workers, women in violent relationships, and serodiscordant couples. The drug has an efficacy rate 96% to 98%.

The PrEP programme was piloted in Jamaica three years ago by the Ministry of Health in partnership with the Jamaica Aids Support for Life (JASL) and the University Hospital of the West Indies.

JUST IN:   Reports. The young parliamentarians called for greater parent involvement in the education system to boost ac...
30/11/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

The young parliamentarians called for greater parent involvement in the education system to boost academic performance and lessen the chances of engaging in crime.

Youth parliamentarian for Westmoreland Western Jevaughn Malcolm ( ) pointed to the 2020 crime statistics that were announced by National Security Minister Dr. Horace Chang last year, which state 16% of murder victims were between the ages of 15 and 24.

JUST IN:   Reports. Dr. Nigel Clarke Shaw (), Minister of Finance and Public Service has announced plans to table the La...
30/11/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

Dr. Nigel Clarke Shaw (), Minister of Finance and Public Service has announced plans to table the Large Scale Project and Pioneer Act in the Parliament before the end of the fiscal year.

This will eventually pave path to attract investments in the region of a billion US dollars or more to Jamaica.

30/11/2022

WATCH: Reports.

Minister of Foreign Affairs Kamina J Smith () presented a cheque on behalf of the Jamaican Embassy in Washington DC to Mrs. Marigold Harding, Patron of the Jamaica Down’s Syndrome Foundation (JDSF).

The cheque is valued at USD$5,303.37, and the funds represent proceeds from the Jamaica60 Independence Church Service on July 31 at the Sligo Seventh Day Adventist Church, Takoma Park, Maryland.

30/11/2022

WATCH: Reports.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Dr. Horace Chang will hand over 25 Pick Ups to Jamaica Constabulary Force.

This comes as a boost to its fleet of motor vehicles as the Jamaican Constabulary Force continues on its path of transformation.

JUST IN:   Reports. Two men were gunned down by unknown attackers in Hannah Town. The police’s Corporate Communication U...
30/11/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

Two men were gunned down by unknown attackers in Hannah Town. The police’s Corporate Communication Unit has confirmed that the double murder took place at the intersection of Hannah and Oxford streets.

The two men, who go by the aliases Lance and Pim Pim, have not yet been properly identified by the cops as detectives are still processing the scene.

JUST IN:   Reports. Due to financial difficulties and limited subvention from the Government, the University of Technolo...
29/11/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

Due to financial difficulties and limited subvention from the Government, the University of Technology (Utech) told the protesting administrative staff that it was unable to provide a salary increase this time.

The administrative staff vented frustration with the response of the university’s management to non-deliverables in heads of agreement, including a salary review that has dragged on for more than five years. The protest lasted an hour before the admin staff returned to work.

JUST IN:   Reports. Prime Minister Andrew Holness () said that his government will be carefully watching to see if the c...
29/11/2022

JUST IN: Reports.

Prime Minister Andrew Holness () said that his government will be carefully watching to see if the crime rate will rise after the states of public emergency (SOEs) end.

Holness said that the government is watching the situation and will see whether there is any adverse change because of the SOE coming to an end.

He further added that he has received a commitment from heads of both the police force and the army that even without the powers of the SOE, the security forces will redouble their efforts to keep Jamaicans safe.

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