Cabinet Approves 16 Per Cent Fare Increase for Public Passenger Vehicle Operators

Cabinet Approves 16 Per Cent Fare Increase for Public Passenger Vehicle Operators

Cabinet has approved a 16 per cent fare increase for public passenger vehicle (PPV) operators, effective June 2, 2026. The adjustment, which has been pending since April 2024, will be...

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NEST Being Rolled Out in 500 Early Childhood Institutions

NEST Being Rolled Out in 500 Early Childhood Institutions

Read more By: Chris Patterson, June 3, 2026

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Tourism 3.0 to Increase Opportunities for More Jamaicans – Minister

Tourism 3.0 to Increase Opportunities for More Jamaicans – Minister

Read more By: Glen-Wayde Brown, June 3, 2026

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NEPA Stages Several Activities to Observe National Environmental Awareness Week

NEPA Stages Several Activities to Observe National Environmental Awareness Week

The National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) has outlined a series of activities for National Environmental Awareness Week (NEAW), being observed from June 1 to 8, under the theme ‘Recover...

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Jamaicans Encouraged to Volunteer for Diaspora Day of Service

Jamaicans Encouraged to Volunteer for Diaspora Day of Service

Jamaicans are being encouraged to volunteer for projects to be undertaken as part of the Jamaica Diaspora Day of Service, scheduled for Thursday, June 18. The Day will feature projects...

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Gov’t Strengthening Mental Health Support for Young People

Gov’t Strengthening Mental Health Support for Young People

State Minister for Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Hon. Rhoda Moy Crawford, says the Government continues to strengthen mental health support for the youth as research shows increasing levels of...

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Visit of USS NIMITZ a Symbol of Friendship Between Jamaica, US

Visit of USS NIMITZ a Symbol of Friendship Between Jamaica, US

The Government has welcomed the arrival of the USS Nimitz aircraft carrier to Kingston as a symbol of the longstanding partnership between Jamaica and the United States (US). The ship...

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Newly Rehabilitated Roadway in St. Mary to Boost Heritage Tourism and Community Development

Newly Rehabilitated Roadway in St. Mary to Boost Heritage Tourism and Community Development

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says the rehabilitated Fontabelle to Geddes Town Road in St. Mary will help diversify Jamaica’s tourism product by improving access to key heritage and eco-tourism...

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