New JDF Chief pledges to lead by example
WRITTEN BY: CHANEL SPENCE From JIS Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Rear Admiral Antonette Wemyss-Gorman, has pledged to lead by example as the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) confronts the challenges to the nation’s peace and security. Rear Admiral Wemyss-Gorman, who was…
New initiative set to boost Jamaica coffee exports to EU and spur growth
From Caribbean Export Caribbean Export supports Jamaica’s coffee exporters to expand in EU market. The initiative provides market penetration strategy to target new consumers. Consultants, Winward Commodities, will provide the analysis and strategy. Kingston, JAMAICA. A new initiative to help…
Germany donates Equipment to Jamaica to fight COVID-19
From JIS Jamaica’s response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has been boosted by a donation of medical equipment from the Federal Republic of Germany, valued at more than $43 million. This was made possible through a collaboration involving the Pan…
Jamaicans must take greater responsibility to protect themselves from COVID-19 – PM
From JIS Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, is once again calling on Jamaicans to take greater personal responsibility to protect themselves from the coronavirus (COVID-19). Addressing the official opening of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade’s…
Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum announces the launch of The Ruby Anniversary Edition, commemorating Master Blender Joy Spence’s four decades at the Distillery
The Ruby Anniversary Edition is a Luxurious Blend of 5 Exceptionally Rare Jamaica Rums Honoring Master Blender Spence’s 40 Years at Appleton Estate ST. ELIZABETH, Jamaica, Jan. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Appleton Estate, a global leader in premium…
SANDERS: Governments must act urgently to end embarrassing UWI spectacle
By Sir Ronald Sanders From MENAFN – Caribbean News Global No individuals are greater or more valuable than Institutions. The University of the West Indies (The UWI) is the longest thriving and most successful institution of the 16 countries of…
Jamaica: 2021 Christmas Day Message by the Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, ON, PC, MP
Christmas is the most anticipated time of the year. It’s our Jamaican tradition to clean up, spruce up, and decorate our homes and communities, sometimes with a fresh coat of paint and some pepper light. There is an increased buzz…
Jamaica: Clinical Management Summary for Wednesday, December 29, 2021
From JIS NEW CASES 24 HRS OVERALL Confirmed Cases 365 93,591 SEX CLASSIFICATION Females 202 53,231 Males 263 40,357 Under Investigation 0 3 AGE RANGE 4 months to 88 years 1 day to 108 years PARISH CLASSIFICATION OF CASES …
The Region of the Americas surpasses 100 million COVID-19 cases
PAHO data shows COVID-19 cases continue to rise in North America, driven by the United States. Omicron variant has now been reported in 19 countries and territories. Washington, D.C. Dec. 22, 2021 (PAHO) – The Region of the Americas has now…
Stabilizing our minds: Esteem needs – BASIL SPRINGER COLUMN (DECEMBER 20, 2021)
“One man esteems one day as more important. Another esteems every day alike. Let each man be fully assured in his own mind.” Romans 14:5 Satisfying our needs as human beings and achieving harmony living in the same space on Earth…
