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JACRA to launch farmer education campaign

JACRA to launch farmer education campaign

This is to address misconceptions and strengthen transparency within the sector. JACRA says it acknowledges the ongoing concerns raised by coffee farmers regarding the price paid for a box of coffee, noting that as the regulator of Jamaica’s coffee industry it considers it essential to provide clarity

Labour and Social Security Ministry has disbursed more than $2B to Jamaicans affected by Hurricane Melissa

Labour and Social Security Ministry has disbursed more than $2B to Jamaicans affected by Hurricane Melissa

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security has disbursed more than $2 billion to Jamaicans affected by Hurricane Melissa, with over 2000 Westmoreland residents receiving over $700 million in the latest round of payments under the Restoration of Owner or Occupant Family Shelter (ROOFS) Programme. During

Opposition calls on Government to end short term contract system

Opposition calls on Government to end short term contract system

Ms Purkiss said up to 90 percent of Jamaica’s hotel workers are employed on rolling short-term contracts of three, six, or twelve months at a time. She said this is a deliberate strategy used by large overseas-based hotel operators to prevent workers from qualifying for the employment protections guaranteed

Seiveright says Jamaica-China engagements must deliver long-term value for Jamaicans

Seiveright says Jamaica-China engagements must deliver long-term value for Jamaicans

State Minister in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Delano Seiveright, says Jamaica’s growing engagement with China must deliver stronger local business linkages, jobs, skills transfer and long-term value for Jamaicans.

Speaking at the Chinese New Year, Spring Festival 2026 – Year of

44 beds donated to Mandeville Regional Hospital

44 beds donated to Mandeville Regional Hospital

Forty Four beds were donated to the Mandeville Regional Hospital yesterday by the Shaggy Make a Difference Foundation, Project Cure and Just a Bunch of Roadies. In expressing appreciation, Chief Executive Officer, Alwyn Miller said the beds will improve the hospitals ability to cater to more patients.

Several flights cancelled at the island’s two major airports due to winter storm impacting United States

Several flights cancelled at the island’s two major airports due to winter storm impacting United States

PAC Kingston Airport Limited (PACKAL), operator of Norman Manley International Airport (NMIA) in Kingston advised that several JetBlue flights from today to Tuesday have been cancelled as a result of the winter storm in some sections of the US.

Appeal made for donations to support airlift of Westmoreland burn victim to the USA for treatment

Appeal made for donations to support airlift of Westmoreland burn victim to the USA for treatment

Efforts are being made by local organisation Burn Foundation of Jamaica / Crisis Support Charity to airlift the Westmoreland woman who was doused in gasoline and set on fire to the United States of America for treatment.

CPFSA condemns killing of child in Denham Town

CPFSA condemns killing of child in Denham Town

The Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) has joined in condemning the killing of 3 year old Jayce Pinnock as well as the wounding of his brother and father in Denham Town, Kingston this morning.

“Jubby” and “Romie” named as POIs in murder of 3 y/o and wounding of 2 others in Denham Town

“Jubby” and “Romie” named as POIs in murder of 3 y/o and wounding of 2 others in Denham Town

The police have named 2 persons of interest in relation to the murder of three year old Jase Pinnock and the wounding of 2 of his relatives during a gun attack along Nelson Street in Denham Town, Kingston this morning.

Those being sought are known as Jubby and Romie, who lawmen allege are members of

Approximately 500 pounds of ganja seized in St. Thomas

Approximately 500 pounds of ganja seized in St. Thomas

Approximately 500 pounds of ganja were seized during a police operation in South Haven Yallahs, St. Thomas, yesterday.

Reports are that at about 2:30pm officers acting on intelligence carried out an operation at an abandoned house in the community.

JACRA to launch farmer education campaign

Sunday, February 22, 2026 Natalie Campbell News No comments

This is to address misconceptions and strengthen transparency within the sector. JACRA says it acknowledges the ongoing concerns raised by coffee farmers regarding the price paid for a box of coffee, noting that as the regulator of Jamaica’s coffee industry it considers it essential to provide clarity on how prices are determined and to ensure that farmers are equipped with accurate comprehensive information.

Labour and Social Security Ministry has disbursed more than $2B to Jamaicans affected by Hurricane Melissa

Sunday, February 22, 2026 Patrice Walters News No comments

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security has disbursed more than $2 billion to Jamaicans affected by Hurricane Melissa, with over 2000 Westmoreland residents receiving over $700 million in the latest round of payments under the Restoration of Owner or Occupant Family Shelter (ROOFS) Programme. During Thursday's grant handover ceremony in Savanna-la-Mar, Portfolio Minister Pearnel Charles JR. outlined the allocations.

Morrison walks away from PFJL Chairmanship – reports

Friday, February 20, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

Professional Football Jamaica Limited the (PFJL) is reported to be in search of a new Chairman.

Sunshine Girl Khadijah Williams cleared to return

Friday, February 20, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Sunshine girls mid-court player Khadijah Williams is slated to arrive in Jamaica today from Australia, after being issued emergency travel documents.

Camille McDonald calls for accountability from Tyra Banks

Friday, February 20, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Former America’s Next Top Model contestant Camille McDonald says Tyra Banks should take accountability for what she believes was the exploitation of contestants’ trauma on the reality series.

Freedom Street Europe teases legendary clash

Friday, February 20, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Fans are buzzing after Freedom Street Europe dropped hints about a major upcoming event. In a social media post, the platform shared: “Freedom Street Europe 2026. 18 years in the making… The clash that defined a generation.”