In a significant milestone marking the 60th anniversary of the Seasonal Agricultural Workers Programme (SAWP), the Ministry of Labour and Social Security has officially launched a $9 million scholarship programme that will benefit 60 children of Jamaican farm workers under the theme “Unlocking Potential, Expanding Opportunities.” The initiative forms a key part of the anniversary […]
“If Jamaica is to accelerate our pace of growth, we will have to produce far more Math, Science and Technology capable students coming out of our secondary systems, and that all starts with teachers.” -Dr. Nigel Clarke, Minister of Finance and the Public Service ———————————————————– One thousand two hundred and fifty student-teachers are set to […]
The Post Cabinet Press Briefing on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, begins with the introduction of several key figures present, including Senator Marlon Morgan, Senator Rose Bennett Cooper, Ambassador Sheila Sealy Monteith, Chief Education Officer Mrs. Terry-Ann Thomas Gayle, and the Japanese Ambassador to Jamaica. It highlights the involvement of the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) and […]
Honourable Pearnel Charles, Jr., MP, JP was appointed Minister of Labour and Social Security on May 22, 2023. Prior to that, he was Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries. He is also a two-time Member of Parliament, currently serving in South East Clarendon. Minister Charles Jr is a former Government Senator and Member of Cabinet where […]
Keynote Address By Dr the Most Honourable Andrew Holness ON, PC, MP Prime Minister of Jamaica At the Official Grand Opening of the newest KFC Black River, St Elizabeth On July 26, 2025 ______________________________________________________________ Thank you very much, Debbie. You are indeed the master of ceremonies. Let me thank Gaylean Skervin for her prayers. Thank […]
Keynote Address By Dr the Honourable Andrew Holness ON, PC, MP Prime Minister of Jamaica at J Wray & Nephew 200th Anniversary On July 23, 2025 ——————————————————————————————– Now, I did have some concerns when I saw you sprinkling the libations around the hall, especially when you went over to Tony, because I know that […]
Prime Minister Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness has urged bold and pragmatic action to transform the historic bonds between Africa and the Caribbean into enduring economic partnerships. Addressing a high-level Afro-Caribbean side event which the Prime Minister declared open on Tuesday (July 8, 2025) under the theme “From Shared Roots to a Shared Future: […]
Justice Winston Anderson Sworn In During Historic CARICOM Week in Jamaica Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness has extended warm and sincere congratulations to the Honourable Mr. Justice Winston Anderson on his swearing in as the fourth President of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ). The official ceremony was held yesterday (July 6) at […]
Keynote Address By Dr the Honourable Andrew Holness ON, PC, MP Prime Minister of Jamaica At the Prime Minister’s Medal Award Ceremony, Jamaica House Lawn On May 28, 2025 _______________________________________________________________ This evening is about acknowledging and honouring the educators who have given their lives in service to others. Our educators have been partnering with […]