Author: Cat Radio UK

Toronto, Canada – The prestigious 100 Accomplished Black Canadian Women (ABCW) initiative celebrated a major milestone this week, marking 500 honourees as they announced their 2024 cohort. In a ceremony held at the historic Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto, 100 new women were recognized for their outstanding contributions to their fields and the community, bringing […]

Kingston, Jamaica – In a significant show of support, the United States government has donated over US$14,000 worth of medical equipment and supplies to Jamaica. This generous contribution arrived aboard the USNS Burlington and was officially handed over at Kingston Wharves on Wednesday, July 10. The donation includes 12 Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machines, […]

Kingston, Jamaica – In a testament to its resilience and appeal, Jamaica welcomed 55,000 visitors between July 4 and 10, signaling a strong recovery of the tourism industry following the impact of Hurricane Beryl. The announcement was made by Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, during his address at the opening ceremony of the Christmas in July […]

Toronto, ON – The Canadian government has unveiled a landmark initiative aimed at bolstering mental health support for youth nationwide. Budget 2024 allocates $500 million over five years to establish the Youth Mental Health Fund (YMHF), marking a pivotal step in addressing the critical mental health needs of young Canadians. Under the leadership of Honourable […]

Kingston, Jamaica – The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) has made significant progress in its post-disaster and damage assessments following Hurricane Beryl, as stated by Acting Director General Richard Thompson. The initial focus has been on St. Thomas, with assessments now shifting to the most affected areas, particularly along the southern side […]

Toronto – The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, has heralded a landmark moment in Canadian justice with the release of the external Steering Group’s Report: A Roadmap for Transformative Change: Canada’s Black Justice Strategy. This significant document outlines a comprehensive plan to combat systemic racism and discrimination within the country’s […]

Kingston, Jamaica – Jamaica is witnessing an outpouring of international support as the nation embarks on recovery efforts following the devastation caused by Hurricane Beryl. The island’s Foreign Minister, Senator the Honourable Kamina Johnson Smith, lauded the swift and generous assistance from bilateral partners, the Jamaican Diaspora, and the global community, describing it as a […]

Kingston, Jamaica – Jamaican reggae artist, Anthony Grant, has made huge strides in his budding career as he tops the US Afrobeats Chart with his latest single called “Crème De La Crème”. It is a feat very few have achieved, so for a newcomer, it is definitely a great accomplishment to be proud of. Grant, […]

Negril, Jamaica – Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has announced the need for Negril to establish its own local authority to better manage its growing affairs. Addressing members of the Negril business community and other stakeholders on July 12, Mr. Holness highlighted that the resort town has outpaced its current governance structure, leading […]