Veteran journalist Christopher Serju dies
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Veteran Jamaican journalist Christopher Serju has died.
Serju died in a hospital in Kingston this morning after a brief illness.
He built a distinguished career in journalism, working at several of Jamaica's leading newspapers, including The Gleaner and the Jamaica Observer.
He was particularly known for his coverage of agriculture, environmental issues and agricultural development, while also reporting on human-interest stories and general news.
Serju's work extended beyond Jamaica, appearing in regional and international publications.
He was a multiple recipient of the Press Association of Jamaica's National Journalism Awards, earning recognition for excellence in environmental reporting and agricultural coverage.
Among his honours was the Carl Wint Award for Best Feature in Print.
He was also a recipient of the Theodore Sealy-Hector Bernard Award for News.
His professional development included participation in international journalism exchange programmes, including a fellowship in Japan.
Christopher Serju leaves behind a body of work that made a significant contribution to Jamaican journalism, particularly in the coverage of agriculture and the environment.
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