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Jamaica may fall short of Vision 2030 targets, yet over 60% of indicators reveal progress

It is likely that Jamaica will not achieve the targets outlined in Vision 2030, but the country is on track with over 60% of the indicators.

Programme Director of Vision 2030, Piesha Bryan-Lee, made the statement during a press conference hosted by the Planning Institute of Jamaica, on Wednesday.

UHWI announces significant progress in enhancing capacity to address health threats

The University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI), says it is pleased with the progress it has made in building capacity to respond to various health threats.

UHWI Medical Chief of Staff, Dr. Carl Bruce made the statement to IRIE FM News, when questioned about the facility's ability to deal with an

Christiana Moravian Primary School board shocked at killing of parent at school gate this morning

The board of the Christiana Moravian Primary and Infant School in Manchester has expressed shock and horror at the killing of a man at the entrance to the institution, this morning.

Dead is 27 year old Cuthbert Lambert, also known as Jerome.

Westmoreland’s most wanted man fatally shot by police

Westmoreland's most wanted man, Carlington Godfrey otherwise called "Tommy" was fatally shot by police today.

Godfrey who was wanted in relation to various crimes including rape, murder and robbery was shot and killed during a police operation early this morning.

4 people including 2 Haitians arrested in relation to ganja seizure in Salem, St. Ann

Four people including 2 Haitians were arrested in relation to a ganja seizure in Salem Runaway Bay today.

One of the Haitian nationals is a female.

Bounty Killer and Spragga Benz rally support for Lt Stitchie

Spragga Benz and Bounty Killer are among the entertainers supporting gospel artist Lt Stitchie following news of his hospitalization.

Vybz Kartel shuts down critics

“I’m happier,” is Vybz Kartel’s response to critics who claim he has gotten soft.

Stone Love’s Geefus opens for Marley Brothers on Legacy Tour

Geefus from the iconic Stone Love Sound System was the opening act for the Marley Brothers who kickstarted their Legacy tour last night (September 5, 2024).

Dancehall superstar Sean Paul reveals details about short film he stars in which will premiere at the 2024 VMAs

Dancehall superstar Sean Paul has shed more light on the video he will star in that will premiere at the Video Music Awards, VMAs to be held at the UBS arena in New York on September 11, 2024.

Jamaica to benefit from several Paralympic developmental programmes

Jamaica will be among three Caribbean countries that stands to benefit from an implementation of several developmental programs arising out of a historic partnership agreement between the Americas Paralympic Committee (AMPC) and the Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean.

Jamaica may fall short of Vision 2030 targets, yet over 60% of indicators reveal progress

Friday, September 06, 2024 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

It is likely that Jamaica will not achieve the targets outlined in Vision 2030, but the country is on track with over 60% of the indicators. Programme Director of Vision 2030, Piesha Bryan-Lee, made the statement during a press conference hosted by the Planning Institute of Jamaica, on Wednesday.

UHWI announces significant progress in enhancing capacity to address health threats

Friday, September 06, 2024 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

The University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI), says it is pleased with the progress it has made in building capacity to respond to various health threats. UHWI Medical Chief of Staff, Dr. Carl Bruce made the statement to IRIE FM News, when questioned about the facility's ability to deal with an outbreak of the mpox virus, if one should occur

Jamaica to benefit from several Paralympic developmental programmes

Friday, September 06, 2024 Dwight Fraser Sports No comments

Jamaica will be among three Caribbean countries that stands to benefit from an implementation of several developmental programs arising out of a historic partnership agreement between the Americas Paralympic Committee (AMPC) and the Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean.

Frazier’s Whip suffer second consecutive loss in Concacaf Women’s Champions Cup

Friday, September 06, 2024 Dwight Fraser Sports No comments

Jamaica Women's Premier League champion Frazier's Whip suffered their second consecutive loss in group A of the 2024/25 Concacaf Women’s Champions Cup last night .

Bounty Killer and Spragga Benz rally support for Lt Stitchie

Friday, September 06, 2024 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Spragga Benz and Bounty Killer are among the entertainers supporting gospel artist Lt Stitchie following news of his hospitalization.

Vybz Kartel shuts down critics

Friday, September 06, 2024 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

“I’m happier,” is Vybz Kartel’s response to critics who claim he has gotten soft.