EU Provides $2.3 Billion in Budgetary Support
The European Union (EU) has provided J$2.3 billion (€17.7 million) in budgetary support to the Government of Jamaica. The payments of $1 billion towards the Debt Reduction and Growth Enhancement Programme (DRGEP) and $1.3 billion for the Accompanying Measures for Sugar (AMS) were accepted by Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller during a […]
PM Urges Private Sector to Make Use of EU Trade Support
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller, is encouraging private sector organisations to make greater use of the European Union (EU)-funded facilities for trade improvement through the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA). She made the call while addressing a signing ceremony for $2.3 billion (€17.7 million) in budgetary support from the EU at Jamaica House […]
17th Annual Invest Caribbean – Agribusiness Forum, November 19-20, 2015, Washington DC
Congresswoman Yvette Clarke to Host the Policy Dialogue On November 19-20, 2015, the Institute of Caribbean Studies (ICS) will host the 17th Annual convening of Invest Caribbean Business Forum, in Washington DC. This Caribbean-American Business Leaders Dialogue on Trade and Investment will focus on “Optimizing Value Chains in Agriculture and Extractive Industries”. The two-day forum […]
Some tips to help keep your auto premiums at a suitable level
Insurance is not a one size fits all deal, as it can require preparation and research. Rates can fluctuate due to many factors like your age, credit score and even the car that you drive. As automotive rates vary, consumers are constantly searching for ways to keep their premium as low as possible. Here are […]
The Jamaica Reggae Girlz Need Your Assistance on the Road to Rio 2016
The Reggae Girlz are Jamaica’s National Women’s Soccer Program. All three national women’s teams- the U-17, U-20, and Senior squads- recently topped their groups at the Caribbean Football Union level as they compete for spots in the upcoming international competitions: FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2016 (Jordan) FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2016 (Papua New […]
Markland Edwards Donates to His Alma Mater
In a spirited morning devotion on Monday November 16, Radio Broadcaster, Markland “Action” Edwards didn’t just sing, pray and encourage the students and teachers, he also donated $50,000.00 towards the Computer Lab of his alma mater, Braeton Primary and Junior High School through his gospel promotions company, Action Entertainment. This was made possible through the […]
Squatters are a threat, but I need to survey my Jamaica land
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, I need HELP! I have a piece of land and need to check the boundaries. Squatters built next door, but the realtor says their houses come over unto my property and so it cant be sold right now. I need to check the boundaries, but the squatters are threatening me not […]
Jamaican Book Party for 2015 Miami International Book Fair, November 19, 2015, Florida
Read Jamaica, a book promotions outfit based in Kingston, will be bringing literary vibes from ‘yaad’ to the 2015 Miami International Book Fair. In addition to showcasing and promoting Jamaican books at the eagerly anticipated fair, Read Jamaica is also be collaborating with the Consulate General of Jamaica to Miami to present a Book Party […]
“We love being Jamaican!!!! ” – SMILE JAMAICA PHOTOS
Our feature “Smile Jamaica” highlights some positives about Jamaica and Jamaicans. We asked the question “what is the one thing you love about Jamaica?” at the South Florida Jerk Festival. – Photo by X. Murphy “We love being Jamaican.” The “Smile Jamaica” series is open to anyone who loves Jamaica and/or Jamaicans. If you would […]
14th annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival
It is 4:46 p.m. Sunday November 8th, 2015 and I am standing at the entrance of Markham Park in the city of Sunrise, Florida, listening to the warm-up gospel segment of the 14th annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival 2015. Hundreds of vehicles (approximately 3 persons per car) stream into the park and are directed to the parking lots after drivers present […]