Jamaican-American, Dr. Tashni Dubroy named president of Shaw University
Jamaican-American, Dr. Tashni Dubroy, was named the president of Shaw University Shaw which is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. Shaw University’s Board of Trustees Chairman Dr. Joseph N. Bell introduced Dr. Dubroy as Shaw’s 17th president at a press conference on Monday June 1st, 2015. Dubroy, a Shaw graduate, is the third alumnus, third female […]
Hon. Shirley Chisholm – Hall Of Fame celebrating Caribbean American Heritage
Unbought and Unbossed, the title of Shirley Chisholm’s autobiography is an apt summary of her life. She was a trailblazer in politics, the first major-party black,female candidate to run for president, a bid that opened doors for both minorities. She was also the first black woman to serve in Congress beginning in 1968; she served seven […]
The 4th Annual Island Reggae Festival Expands Offerings for 2015
Rudebwoy 3nt and Cukui present the 4th annual Island Reggae Festival which will be held at its new 2015 location – the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Road in San Jose, California. The event offerings have expanded in 2015 to include 17 different music groups on three stages, carnival rides, a Car Show, a […]
JN Supports Sports Development through CASA in South Florida
The longstanding commitment of the Jamaica National Building Society (JNBS) to community development through sports extends beyond its local borders, as for the past decade the JN Florida Representative Office has been a major supporter of the Caribbean Americas Soccer Association (CASA) which is based in the state of Florida, United States of America (USA). […]
SBA Administrator to Speak at Jamaican Chamber of Commerce of Atlanta (JAMCHAM) Launch
The Jamaican Chamber of Commerce of Atlanta, Inc. (JAMCHAM) has announced that Cassius Butts, Regional Administrator for the US Small Business Administration (SBA) will be the keynote speaker at the chamber’s official launch, scheduled for Saturday, June 27th at the Marriott Century Center Hotel, 2000 Century Boulevard NE, Atlanta, GA 30345 at 6:00 pm. Cassius […]
Submission to be Made to the USDA for Mango Export
The Ministry of Agriculture has developed an action plan for submission to the United States Department of Agriculture/Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA-APHIS) for consideration and approval for Jamaican mangoes to be exported to the USA. This comes as the Ministry seeks to maximize the opportunities being provided under the USDA’s pre-clearance facility, which […]
PICA Same Day Service Welcomed
Close to 30 persons applied for and received their passports today (June 1), under the new Same Day express service offered by the Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA). The service, which costs $16, 500 was introduced today, as new passport fees became effective. In an interview with JIS News, Chief Executive Officer of PICA, […]
CMI Unveils State-Of-The-Art Simulators and Solar Energy System
The Caribbean Maritime Institute (CMI) today (June 2) officially unveiled an upgraded suite of simulators and an alternative energy system to facilitate training at the institution. The project was undertaken at a cost of $162 million, with $135 million provided by the Universal Service Fund (USF). It includes special simulators, 60 computers, communication infrastructure and […]
TEF Upgrading 14 Beaches At A Cost Of $250 Million
The Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) will be financing the development of some 14 beaches across the island as part of its National Beach Development Programme. Valued at an estimated $250 million, the project is aimed at equipping public beaches with recreational facilities for the enjoyment of locals and visitors to the island. “This programme will […]
Adequate Security Measures In Place – Minister Bunting
Minister of National Security, Hon. Peter Bunting, is assuring the nation that contingency measures have been put in place to mitigate the impact of the protest action taken by members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF). Mr. Bunting informed that Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) personnel have been called out to support the police. “We will […]