News from the OPM

Prime Minister Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness says the Government has successfully steered Jamaica through a period of significant global uncertainty, marked by turbulent geopolitical and geoeconomic conditions. Prime Minister Holness was speaking at the 20th Gathering of the Heal the Family, Heal the Nation Day of Prayer Service, held on January 7, 2026, […]

Prime Minister Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness on Tuesday delivered a message of unity and shared responsibility as he joined the Maroon communities in Accompong, St. Elizabeth, calling on Jamaicans to work together as one people, particularly in times of recovery and national rebuilding. Addressing residents during the commemoration of the 288th anniversary of […]

Prime Minister Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness has underscored the Government’s commitment to the rapid restoration and strengthening of Jamaica’s electricity grid, as 175 additional specialized vehicles were officially handed over to the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) Company to accelerate recovery efforts following Hurricane Melissa. The new fleet includes bucket trucks, diggers, pole trailers, […]

Following the impact of Hurricane Melissa, which hit Western Jamaica particularly hard, Dr. the Honourable Andrew Wheatley, Minister without Portfolio with responsibility for Science, Technology and Special Projects in the Office of the Prime Minister, is leading a targeted STEAM Toys Distribution Initiative to support children in the most affected communities during the Christmas/New Year […]

The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) hosted its annual Christmas treats for children and senior citizens in hurricane-affected communities, as part of a deliberate effort to bring hope, light, and happiness to citizens during the festive season. Traditionally hosted at the Office of the Prime Minister in Kingston, Prime Minister Dr. the Most Honourable […]

Prime Minister Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness has reiterated the Government of Jamaica’s support for safe entertainment and recreational activities in communities affected by Hurricane Melissa, noting that such activities play an important role in helping citizens cope during the recovery period, particularly throughout the Christmas season. Prime Minister Holness made the comments during an engagement […]

The Government of Jamaica welcomes the election of the Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Matthew Samuda, as the new President of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA). The announcement of his election was made on Friday (December 12) in Nairobi, Kenya, during the Seventh Session of the Assembly (UNEA-7). Minister Samuda, […]

The Government of Jamaica, through the Energy Ministry, in partnership with the Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF), will implement a national energy recertification programme to regularize and restore safe electrical access to homes impacted by Hurricane Melissa. The recertification programme will also provide renewable energy solutions for vulnerable groups. Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, […]

At the Post Cabinet Press Briefing, Wednesday, December 10, 2025, it was clarified that only structures that have been formally assessed by the Ministry of Labour and Social Security (MLSS) will be eligible to receive a Government of Jamaica grant for roof repairs or other reconstruction support. This measure is intended to ensure fairness, accountability, and […]

Dr. the Honourable Andrew Wheatley, Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Science, Technology and Special Projects, has put forward a ten-year strategic proposal aimed at overhauling Jamaica’s Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) sector. Dr. Wheatley’s proposal, which formed part of his keynote message at the recently held Scientific […]