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The Honourable Mr. Justice Winston Anderson Sworn In As New CCJ President
- Advertisement - Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago – On Sunday, 6 July 2025, the Honourable Mr Justice Winston Anderson was sworn-in as the fourth President of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) in Montego Bay, Jamaica by His Excellency, the...

Letter of the Day | Jamaica must act to protect diaspora and preserve remittance flow
THE EDITOR, Madam: As a member of the Jamaican diaspora, I am writing with deep concern regarding the announcement of imposition of a one per cent excise tax on remittances by the United States administration. This policy amounts to an economic...

Prime Minister Gaston Browne Urges CARICOM to Champion Debt Sustainability and Climate Financing Initiatives Ahead of COP30
Prime Minister Gaston Browne Urges CARICOM to Champion Debt Sustainability and Climate Financing Initiatives Ahead of COP30 Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda, the Honourable Gaston Browne, has called on the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) to...

Prime Minister Drew and Delegation Attend Opening of 49th CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting in Jamaica
Montego Bay, Jamaica (PMO)— Last evening, July 6th, Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, attended the official Opening Ceremony of the 49th Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean...
CARICOM Charts Course for Secure and Sustainable Future Under Jamaica’s Chairmanship
by Kevon Browne St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN) – Jamaica has taken the helm of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), with Prime Minister Hon. Dr Andrew Holness assuming the Chairmanship on July 1, 2025, coinciding with Jamaica hosting the 49th Regular...

'Haven't looked at them': Mystery over Aussie first in Jamaica
Cummins delighted with 'dream start' to new WTC cycle Australia are yet to sight the pink Dukes balls they will use in the third Test in Jamaica as mystery remains over the side's first day-night Test abroad. Australia received official...

Four volunteer nurses from Nigeria arrive in Jamaica
Volunteer nurses from Nigeria, who will serve Jamaica for 2 years, have arrived on the island. The 4 nurses join the local health team as part of efforts to address prevailing human resource challenges in the health sector. In a statement today,...

STATEMENT: CARICOM SG remarks opening ceremony – 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference of CARICOM Heads of Government
SG Carla BarnettCARICOM Secretary-General, Dr Carla Barnett delivered remarks at the Opening Ceremony of the 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference of CARICOM Heads of Government in Montego Bay, Jamaica. In her remarks, the Secretary-General...
New President Sworn in at the CCJ
On Sunday, 6 July 2025, the Honourable Mr Justice Winston Anderson was sworn-in as the fourth President of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) in Montego Bay, Jamaica by His Excellency, the Most Honourable Sir Patrick Allen, ON, GCMG, CD, KSt.J,...

Justice Roy Anderson sworn-in as 4th President of the Caribbean Court of Justice
Jamaican jurist, Justice Winston Anderson, was on Sunday sworn-in as the fourth President of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ), during the 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM, in Montego Bay. Jamaica's...

New Netball President Sets Ambitious Path For Sport’s Future
Newly elected president of Netball Jamaica Karen Baugh says tackling netball at the parish level is one of the main areas of focus for her administration. Baugh a long time marketing and sponsorship director at the Association was elected...

PM Holness hails appointment of Justice Winston Anderson as new CCJ President
Prime Minister Andrew Holness has described the appointment of Jamaican jurist, Justice Winston Anderson, as President of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) as a proud moment for Jamaica and the wider Caribbean region. “You bring to this office...

Kaedi Philo lights up Jamaica with ‘Seasons Changing’ — A reggae-infused debut
Multifaceted artist Kaedi Philo steps into the spotlight with “Seasons Changing” — a deeply personal, reggae-infused debut that bridges her New York upbringing with her Jamaican roots. Known to many as a member of the acclaimed vocal group Citizen...

Jamaica set to shine at APCA draughts championships
Jamaica's top Draughts play, International Grandmaster Wayne 'Shines' Reid (left), plays a game with newly-elected JDA president, Top Master Jermaine Delattibudiere, recently. Both will represent Jamaica at the APCA championships. The Jamaica...

Caribbean Court of Justice swears in fourth president
CCJ President, the Honourable Mr Justice Winston Anderson holds the CCJ seal during his inauguration ceremony held over the weekend.. Photo: CCJOn Sunday, July 6, 2025, the Honourable Mr Justice Winston Anderson was officially sworn in as the...

Prime Minister Drew Holds High-Level Bilateral Meetings With Singapore And Austria Ahead Of 49th CARICOM Heads Of Government Meeting
- Advertisement - Montego Bay, Jamaica — Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, and Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, held a series of bilateral meetings yesterday, July 6th,...

General election campaigning expected to intensify as Parliament starts summer recess
The Jamaican Parliament is now on summer recess, freeing lawmakers to intensify their campaign activities ahead of a widely anticipated general election expected by September. Both the House of Representatives and the Senate have adjourned “for a...

CARICOM Leaders Tackle Key Issues In Jamaica Summit
Caribbean leaders are focusing on improving regional security, enhancing food systems, combating climate change, and addressing geopolitical issues during the 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM, being held in...

CARICOM Summit | Gonsalves lauds Jamaica’s tech-driven crime response
St Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister, Dr Ralph Gonsalves, has praised Jamaica for its advances in using technology to combat crime. “You’re doing some splendid work using modern technology to solve crime and bring perpetrators to justice,”...
Responsible Governance Key to Safeguarding Jamaica’s Future – PM Holness
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has underscored the vital role of responsible governance in safeguarding Jamaica’s future and advancing national development. Speaking during the launch and groundbreaking ceremony for the US$425...