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Jamaica’s 24 member Reggae Boys squad for the Unity Cup being finalised

Jamaica's 24 member Reggae Boys squad for the upcoming Unity Cup Tournament is England is taking shape

Sean Paul and IShowSpeed donate musical instruments to Haile Selassie High School

The Haile Selassie High School has received a donation of musical instruments from Dancehall Mega Star Sean Paul and popular Amercian Streamer Ishowspeed.

Bittin Brass Band to electrify Kingston Night Market

Music lovers are in for an electrifying experience later today as the Kingston Night Market welcomes the sensational Bittin Brass Band to its vibrant weekly showcase in the heart of the city.

Queen Ifrica backs Fae Ellington’s criticism of ‘Hill & Gully’ slackness

Reggae heavyweight Queen Ifrika has endorsed veteran broadcaster Fae Ellington’s video disapproving lewd lyrics being recorded on the revamped hill n gully rhythm, produced by Stephen ‘Di Genius’ McGregor.

MP for Western Hanover Heatha Miller Bennett raises concern about what she said is the rigidity of SPARK Programme

According to her, the shared prosperity through Accelerated Improvement to our Road Network Programme, leaves little room for practical changes even when suggestions are made. Works Minister Robert Nesta Morgan had indicated that each constituency, through consultations, selected roads to be rehabilitated

Gov’t signs agreement with Korea International Cooperation Agency for Land Administration Capacity Enhancement Project

The project aims at strengthening the National Land Agency NLA's operational efficiency, improving service delivery, and modernizing land management through technology and institutional development. Speaking at the signing ceremony this morning, Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness stated that Koica is

TAJ guiding manufacturers on SCT licensing and registration requirements

As manufacturers take steps to become licensed under the new provisions of the Government's Special Consumption Tax (SCT), Tax Administration Jamaica has been implementing initiatives to support them.This includes a webinar session, which was held on May 4, to help businesses understand the new legislative

“Be vigilant but no need for panic” CARPHA Boss says Hantavirus strain linked to MV Hondius ship not present in region

Amidst global panic over the deadly hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship, Caribbean health experts have sought to assure that the region should not be alarmed. Among those giving the assurance is the Executive Director of the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA), Dr. Lisa Indar.

FWCF urges review of Child Care Act to better protect children from sexualized public content

The Fi We Children Foundation (FWCF) is calling on lawmakers to review the Child Care and Protection Act to better protect children from inappropriate sexualized content in public spaces.

The comment comes after a controversial billboard, was removed in Rockfort, St. Andrew at the weekend following

WCLA welcomes govt’s plan to review the Adoption and Child Care and Protection Acts to facilitate easier adoption

The Watchman Church Leaders Alliance (WCLA) has welcomed the Government's plan to look at amending the Adoption Act and the Child Care and Protection Act (CCPA) to facilitate easier adoption.

Education Minister Dr. Dana Morris Dixon made the announcement last Wednesday.

MP for Western Hanover Heatha Miller Bennett raises concern about what she said is the rigidity of SPARK Programme

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Markelia Rumble News No comments

According to her, the shared prosperity through Accelerated Improvement to our Road Network Programme, leaves little room for practical changes even when suggestions are made. Works Minister Robert Nesta Morgan had indicated that each constituency, through consultations, selected roads to be rehabilitated under the programme.

Gov’t signs agreement with Korea International Cooperation Agency for Land Administration Capacity Enhancement Project

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Georgetta Williams News No comments

The project aims at strengthening the National Land Agency NLA's operational efficiency, improving service delivery, and modernizing land management through technology and institutional development. Speaking at the signing ceremony this morning, Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness stated that Koica is providing a $9 million grant for the project.

Jamaica’s 24 member Reggae Boys squad for the Unity Cup being finalised

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Jamaica's 24 member Reggae Boys squad for the upcoming Unity Cup Tournament is England is taking shape

Reggae Girls drawn in Group B’ of the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games

Monday, May 11, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Jamaica's national senior womens footballers have been drawn in Group B for the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games in the Dominican Republic.

Sean Paul and IShowSpeed donate musical instruments to Haile Selassie High School

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

The Haile Selassie High School has received a donation of musical instruments from Dancehall Mega Star Sean Paul and popular Amercian Streamer Ishowspeed.

Bittin Brass Band to electrify Kingston Night Market

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Music lovers are in for an electrifying experience later today as the Kingston Night Market welcomes the sensational Bittin Brass Band to its vibrant weekly showcase in the heart of the city.