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December 9, 2025
Over $11 million for 145 youth farmers and fisherfolk affected by Hurricane Melissa
More than $11 million (US$70,000) has been allocated to support 145 youth farmers, fisherfolk, and micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises severely impacted by Hurricane Melissa, the agricuture…
December 9, 2025
12-hour water supply rotation for dozens of St Andrew communities
The National Water Commission (NWC) has implemented a temporary water regulation schedule for St Andrew customers served by the Constant Spring Treatment Facility with immediate effect. The measure is…
December 9, 2025
Trump praises Congo and Rwanda as they sign US-mediated peace deal
(AP) — United States President Donald Trump praised the leaders of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda as they signed a deal aimed at ending a conflict and opening critical mineral reserves to…
December 9, 2025
Kingston gets 80 new justices of the peace
The number of Justices of the Peace (JPs) serving Kingston has been boosted with the installation of 80 new officers on Thursday. They took and subscribed to the Oath of Office and Oath of…
December 9, 2025
by Paul H. Williams
Recovery missions restoring Bluefields Organic Farm
Since Category 5 Hurricane Melissa struck on October 28, relief and recovery missions have been unfolding across western Jamaica, the area hardest-hit region. Local residents, government agencies,…
December 9, 2025
Temporary waiver for medical and personal care imports
The Jamaica Customs Agency has announced a temporary waiver of import permits for a wide range of medical and personal care items, a measure designed to accelerate hurricane relief operations and…
December 9, 2025
UTech launches book on vocational training
The University of Technology, Jamaica Press last month launched a book examining the country’s technical vocational education and training (TVET) system, tracing its evolution and impact on the…
December 9, 2025
UK minister pledges long-term support to Jamaica
UK Minister for the Caribbean Chris Elmore ended a visit to Jamaica on Wednesday, pledging Britain’s support for the island’s long-term recovery, reconstruction and climate resilience after Hurricane…
December 9, 2025
UWI director warns of post‑hurricane gender harms
The University of the West Indies (UWI) has joined global communities in observing the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence campaign, highlighting the urgent need to confront digital…