Recent reports indicate the possibility of a growing rift between Jamaica and the USA due to Jamaica’s refusal to facilitate the accreditation request of the spouse of an American diplomat. While the couple is recognized as married in the USA, this status is not...
In 2022, Latin America and the Caribbean experienced a noteworthy 55% increase in foreign direct investment (FDI) overall. However, Jamaica’s inflows did not reflect the same level of growth, as reports indicated a marginal reduction of 0.2% for the period...
In May 2023, when the Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared an end to the COVID-19 pandemic as a public health emergency, he emphasized that it did not imply the disease was no longer a global threat. We delve into the concerning reports of...
Rising Temperatures in Jamaica Prompt Urgency for Mitigation Measures – As temperatures continue to escalate on the island, Jamaicans are increasingly feeling the impact. The effects of these heightened temperatures permeate various aspects of daily life, from...
There is growing concern among parents whose children attend private schools, as they express outrage over the significant increase in school fees. This surge in fees has allegedly led to an exodus, with parents flocking to enroll their children in public schools...
We ask this question, within the context of the recent reports of a 16% decline in major crimes since the start of the year, we ask, what accounts for the reduction? And is it an indication that Jamaica is on a path to an improved security environment? To discuss we...
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