On Monday, October 14, Jamaica joined the rest of the world in commemorating World Standards Day 2019 under the theme ‘Video Standards Create a Global Stage’.
Shelly-Ann Cawley: The Powerhouse
We likkle but wi talawah!!! This is a perfect statement when remembering Shelly-Ann Cawley. She is a powerhouse like no other and is a world renowned professional who we all should look up to.
Protecting Jamaican Bananas
As Jamaica moves to implement measures to address the potential threat of the Tropical Race 4 (TR4) disease, which affects bananas, plantains and Heliconia, the national task force, assigned by the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries held its first official meeting at the Ministry’s Hope Gardens offices. Taskforce meets on Tropical Race 4 […]
My outlook on Jamaica as a British Jamaican – PART 2 // Identity and Culture
Hopefully, you have read part 1 of my blog series ‘Welcome Home’. In part 2, I talk more about celebrating identity, my cross-cultural identity as a Black British and how it’s perceived overseas. Read part 1 first then continue on to part 2. Identity Clash – Who Am I? I have never watched so much […]
Johnson Smith Brainstorms How To Boost Trade-In The Commonwealth
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Honourable Kamina Johnson Smith will join 52 Trade Ministers within the Commonwealth grouping, to explore strategies to boost trade with a special focus on inclusive and sustainable trade and the Connectivity Agenda across the Commonwealth. This Second Meeting of the Commonwealth Trade Ministers will be held […]
Windrush Generation: Michael Elliot’s Perception
Seventy years ago, 492 Caribbean nationals migrated to Britain aboard the HMT Empire Windrush. This fairy-tale soon turned into a nightmare as many were deported or detained.
Health Ministry Moves Against Trans Fats
The Ministry of Health and Wellness is on a mission to ensure that the people of Jamaica are living healthier lives.
Jamaica has endorsed the Action Plan to Eliminate Trans-fatty Acids from Industrial Production 2020-2025, which was approved by the 57th Directing Council of the Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) this week.
Straight Talk with Michael Elliot
Recently, one of Jamaica's most talented artists volunteered to empower and 'reason' with the Grade 6 Geniuses of Boys Town Primary. The children were left inspired and motivated. Thank you Michael!
New Ganja Patent Bill to be tabled
State Minister in the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Floyd Green, says a new [Ganja] Patent Bill is expected to be tabled in the House of Representatives in two weeks. Mr Green informed that the bill has already gone through the necessary internal processes, including a meeting of the Legislative Committee, which […]
Jamaicans In Nigeria Encouraged To Invest In Jamaica
High Commissioner Esmond Reid has encouraged Jamaicans in Lagos, Nigeria, to take advantage of the opportunities for investment in Jamaica. He was speaking at a gathering on Saturday, September 21, where approximately 80 Jamaicans and their descendants, as well as friends of Jamaica, turned out for a community meeting organized by the High Commission. The […]