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  • Emancipation Day Message by His Excellency, the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen

    In the midst of our celebrations of Jamaica’s Golden Jubilee, we take time to highlight the significance of this the 178th anniversary of the Abolition of Slavery. We recall the end of that systemic oppression which vainly sought to rob our ances...
  • Emancipation Day Message by the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller

    My Fellow Jamaicans, at home, in the Diaspora, well wishers and visitors to our beautiful island. What a year in which to celebrate our Emancipation from enslavement! ·         This year Jamaica ma...
  • Emancipation Message 2012 by Leader of the Opposition, Hon. Andrew Holness

    My fellow Jamaicans: As we commemorate Emancipation Day on August 1st, let us not forget the extraordinary importance it holds for our lives. It is the day on which hard won freedom from chattel slavery; the worst form of inhuman imposition by ...
  • Alia, help is on the way!

    Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller sent out reassuring words to national Olympic swimmer, Alia Atkinson that the government was prepared to consider support so she can continue her racing career at the elite level. Atkinson placed fourth with 1:0...
  • Lime Square Dedicated Historic Landmark for Jamaica 50

    The Carlton Crescent offices of telecommunications company, LIME Jamaica, has been named 'LIME Square' and dedicated as a historic landmark in celebration of Jamaica's 50th anniversary of Independence. The area, which has been adorned w...
  • NWC to Improve and Expand Water Supplies Islandwide

    The National Water Commission (NWC) will be improving and expanding water supply services across the island, under the Kingston Metropolitan Area (KMA) Water Supply Improvement Programme. The programme, which is divided into four components, is bei...
  • Wear Gold to Grand Gala

    Jamaicans attending this year's Independence Grand Gala on August 6 at the National Stadium are being urged to wear gold for what is expected to be spectacular event. The call came from Producer of the event, Lenford Salmon, during a press brie...
  • Consul General announces Jamaica 50th Diaspora Honorees for Nation's Golden Jubilee Year

    Jamaica's Consul General, Sandra Grant Griffiths on July 11 announced the names of honorees of the Jamaica Diaspora Honours 2012, a salute to Jamaicans who have had a significant impact on the Florida and South USA Jamaica Diaspora community as wel...
  • Consulate General of Jamaica hosts Service of thanksgiving to mark 50th Anniversary of Independence

     In recognition of Jamaica’s 50th anniversary of Independence, the Consulate General of Jamaica in Miami will hold the annual ecumenical service on Sunday, August 5th at 4:00 p.m.  The Service will be held at the Christian Life Center, ...
  • GG to be Guest of Honor at Jamaica 50 Diaspora Honors Gala, Miami

    The Governor General of Jamaica, His Excellency, the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, will be the Guest of Honor at the Jamaica 50th Diaspora Honors & Awards Ceremony and Benefit Gala to be held on Saturday, August 18th, at the JW Marriott Marquis Hote...
  • Ministry Looking to Export Genetic Material from Cattle

    The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries is looking to tap into the export earning potential of the local cattle industry, specifically its genetic material. This is in response to demand for genetic stock from Jamaica's four indigenous cattle...
  • Tourism Ministry to Upgrade Roaring River

    MONTEGO BAY — The Ministry of Tourism and Entertainment, through the Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) will be moving to upgrade and refurbish the Roaring River attraction in Westmoreland. Making the announcement during a tour of the attraction ...
  • JCDC provides the public with opportunity to view Grand Gala celebrations

    In anticipation of the overwhelming demand for Grand Gala tickets, the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission on behalf of the Ministry of Youth & Culture has taken pre-emptive measures in establishing large video screens across the island which w...
  • Security Tight at Golden Jubilee Village

    Patrons attending the Jamaica 50 Golden Jubilee Village, at Independence Park, from August 1 to 6, can be assured of their safety, as stringent security measures will be in place at the venue. This was stated by Safety and Security Manager, Jamaica...
  • Slew of Activities and Attractions at Denbigh 2012

    The 2012 Denbigh Agricultural Show promises to be fun-filled with a slew of activities and attractions over the three-day staging. The show is scheduled for Saturday, August 4 to Monday, August 6 at the Denbigh Showground in May Pen, Clarendon, und...
  • Golden Jubilee Village the Place to be August 1-6

    The Independence Park complex will be transformed into the centre piece of Jamaica 50 celebrations August 1 to 6. The highly anticipated opening of the Jamaica 50 Golden Jubilee Village will take place on Emancipation Day, August 1, and for six day...
  • Scrap Metal Trade Could Restart Soon

    The Scrap Metal Trade could be up and running soon, with new regulations to govern its operations, according to Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Anthony Hylton. Speaking at a press conference on Monday July 30 at the Ministry, in...
  • Sports Exhibition to Highlight Outstanding Achievements

    On a day when the eyes of the world are on London, England, for the grand opening ceremony of the 30th Olympiad, the Government of Jamaica launched a sports exhibition that will highlight the nation’s most outstanding sports personalities, includ...
  • 'Jamaica House' Opens in London August 3

    LONDON — Jamaica House at the O2 arena in London will officially open on Friday, August 3, and will be on show until the end of the Olympics on August 12. The event will celebrate all things Jamaican and will be the centre piece of the intern...
  • JUTC Offers Park and Ride Service for Golden Jubilee Village

    The Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) will be offering a 'Park & Ride' service for the Jamaica 50 Golden Jubilee Village, at Independence Park, from August 1 to 6. The transformation of the main stadium car park into a Jubilee Villag...