Earth Today | Jamaica, UK collaborate to tackle marine pollution

IDENTIFYING KEY sources of marine pollution together with prevailing gaps in current mitigation efforts are among the areas of focus for a new initiative to protect Jamaica’s coastal communities while enhancing the island’s blue economy and safeguarding …

108-year-old Iris Duffus is Jamaica’s Oldest Centenarian

One-hundred-and-eight-year-old Iris Duffus is Jamaica’s oldest known living citizen. The centenarian, who resides in Brivate in Frazers Content, St. Catherine, will celebrate her 109th birthday on May 24. A mother of four children, who are all alive, the …

Gov’t Fortifying Jamaica’s Cybersecurity Resilience

The Government is enhancing Jamaica’s cybersecurity resilience through a comprehensive strategy that strengthens prevention, detection, and response capabilities against threats. Addressing the opening of Guardsman Group of Companies’ Cyber Intelligence …

Corporate Hands | CB Foods delights Jamaica House Basic School tots on Read Across Jamaica Day

New Fortress completes Jamaica assets sale to Excelerate for $1.05bn

New Fortress Energy has completed the sale of its Jamaican assets and operations to Excelerate Energy for $1.05bn. The assets involved in the deal comprise New Fortress Energy’s LNG import terminal in Montego Bay, an offshore floating storage and …

Jamaica’s economic ascent — Part 2

Jamaica’s macroeconomic policies have been a cornerstone of its resilience. The following is Part 2 of a two-part series. Part 1 was published on May 13, 2025.   Jamaica’s macroeconomic policies have been a cornerstone of its resilience. The fiscal- …

Excelerate Energy takes over New Fortress Energy's Jamaica operations

  US-based Excelerate Energy has completed its acquisition of New Fortress Energy's operations in Jamaica.    The move has been hailed as a major step in the strategic directions of both companies and a boost to Jamaica's energy sector.    The deal …

High commissioner calls for deeper look at contribution of Indian heritage to Jamaica

The sound of dhol drums and the swirl of colourful saris filled the air last Friday evening as Jamaica and India officially kicked off a three-day celebration to mark the 180th anniversary of the arrival of Indians in Jamaica. The festivities began with a …

Countdown to the 26th staging of the Jamaica Observer Table Talk Food Awards

The Port Royal Fish Rundown at Grand Hotel Excelsior provides an experience worthy of its storied surroundings. (Photo: Christopher Reckord) May 15, 2025 During a recent business meeting at the iconic Grand Hotel Excelsior Port Royal, lunch became an …

Philadelphia to Host Jamaica Diaspora Conference in the Northeast

PHILADELPHIA – The City of Philadelphia will host the Inaugural Jamaica Diaspora Conference Northeast from June 12–14, 2025, as part of Caribbean American Heritage Month celebrations. This groundbreaking three-day event will convene Jamaicans and Friends …