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Health infrastructure maintenance fund established with $1b

The government has allocated $1b towards a health infrastructure maintenance fund.

Health Ministry implements new accountability regime for UHWI

Effective June 1, a new accountability regime will be put in place for the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI).

Millions paid to “ghost employee” accounts at UHWI

Money being paid out to “ghost employee” accounts was among internal issues brought to the attention of the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) board, which served from November 2022 to December 2023.

Audit reveals underutilization of millions in donated Hurricane relief funds

Only $26m of the over $1b donated to Jamaica for Hurricane Melissa relief, has been spent, as of February 2026.

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

Health infrastructure maintenance fund established with $1b

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Patrice Walters News No comments

The government has allocated $1b towards a health infrastructure maintenance fund.

Health Ministry implements new accountability regime for UHWI

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Patrice Walters News No comments

Effective June 1, a new accountability regime will be put in place for the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI).

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.