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Kingston, Jamaica — A delegation from the Organization of American States (OAS) visited Jamaica this week, engaging with a wide range of local stakeholders to discuss issues related to electoral processes, gender equality, and civil society involvement. The meetings, which took place on September 13, 2024, were part of ongoing efforts by the OAS to […]

Washington, D.C. — Vice President Kamala Harris took to social media on Friday to reiterate her dedication to the safety and wellbeing of women and girls, emphasizing her career-long commitment to protecting their rights. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Harris highlighted the critical role the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) has played in […]

Asmara, Eritrea – Eritrean senior official, Yemane G. Meskel, expressed strong disapproval in a public response to comments made by U.S. Congressman Brad Sherman regarding Eritrea. In a statement shared on social media, Meskel criticized Sherman’s views on Eritrean freedom and the region’s history, calling them “grotesquely familiar” and rooted in ignorance. Sherman, who has […]

Kingston, Jamaica – The Ministry of Finance and the Public Service, led by Minister Nigel Clarke, has reached a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to restructure public sector compensation. In collaboration with the Jamaica Confederation of Trade Unions (JCTU), the Ministry concluded an agreement addressing items carried over from the implementation of the new […]

Kingston, Jamaica – The Honourable Olivia Grange, Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, has officially announced the theme for National Heritage Week 2024 as “One Love, One People, One Heritage.” The announcement, made via social media on September 13, has already sparked excitement as Jamaicans prepare to observe this significant celebration from October 14 […]

Kingston, Jamaica – Dancehall heavyweight Chronic Law and rising star Jinyus have made waves on the international music scene with their latest track, “Self Destruction.” Released on September 12, the single made a significant impact on the US iTunes Reggae Chart, debuting at number 47 and quickly rising to an impressive number 2 on the […]

Kingston, Jamaica – Jamaica’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Honourable Kamina Johnson Smith, has extended warm congratulations to the Government and people of Mexico on the occasion of their 214th Independence Anniversary. The Minister’s message was conveyed during a reception held in honour of Mexico’s National Day at the residence of […]

Kingston, Jamaica – For some, business is merely a means to accumulate wealth. But for others like Marlon Graham, success is deeply rooted in a desire to uplift those around him, especially the youth. Born and raised in the tough communities of Arnett Gardens and Greenwich Farm, Graham understands firsthand the adversities faced by the […]

Washington D.C. – Vice President Kamala Harris is gearing up for a major event in her campaign for the 2024 U.S. presidential election. On September 19, 2024, Harris will join media icon Oprah Winfrey for the “Unite for America 2024” livestream event. This announcement was made via a tweet from Harris’s official account on September […]

Toronto, Canada — Michael Coteau, a former Ontario Minister of Culture, has expressed his strong disapproval of the JUNO Awards’ decision to remove several key award categories, including Reggae, Gospel, and Children’s Album awards. In a tweet shared on September 14, 2024, Coteau remarked, “As the former Minister of Culture in Ontario who worked closely […]