The Vision for Health 2030 This Vision for Health 2030 is Jamaica’s 10-year strategic plan outlining the national… View the Vision for Health 2030 The Health Sector Plan is more than a blueprint…
Sligoville killings – Police approach questioned, trauma counselling recommended
Security Consultant Robert Finzi-Smith has raised questions about the Jamaica Constabulary…
139 more St. Elizabeth farmers receive free land titles
Another 139 St Elizabeth farmers have received free land titles under the Pedro Plains Irrigation…
SBAJ alarmed at 50 rate increase requested by National Water Commission
The Small Business Association has reacted with alarm to the National Water Commission’s…
Montego Bay Mayor Richard Vernon Outlines Flood Resilience Plans Following US$350K Grant
Montego Bay Mayor Richard Vernon has outlined plans for a new flood early-warning system funded by a US$350,000 international grant, while highlighting the need to strengthen the city’s economy and improve disaster preparedness….
Why are so many Jamaicans uninsured? Can anything be done about it?
Last week, we examined one of the most important lessons from Hurricane Melissa. The storm damaged homes, businesses, infrastructure and livelihoods on a scale never seen in Jamaica. According to a joint assessment…
Kremi ice cream’s profit surges 16-fold amid hot El Niño weather, efficiency gains
Caribbean Cream Ltd, the maker of Kremi ice cream, reported a 16-fold rebound in quarterly profit as it benefited from lower production costs amid sweltering summer heat. The company posted net profit of…
Court orders buyout of sister’s one-quarter stake in Ramson $2.1bn family business
Jamaica’s Supreme Court has ordered Chas E. Ramson Ltd, or its directors, to buy out Sally Fulton, the sister of its chairman, after finding the directors exercised their powers in a way that…
NWC pursuing plans to expand Hermitage Dam
The National Water Commission says it is pushing ahead with plans to expand Hermitage Dam. …
NWC applies to OUR for 51% tariff increase
By Clinton McGregor The National Water Commission (NWC) has put its…