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May 20, 2026
by Carolyn Guniss
Jamaican business fuel anxiety surges on global oil spike
Concern among Jamaican businesses about fuel and transport costs nearly doubled in a single survey period, as rising oil prices push inflation expectations above the Bank of Jamaica's (BOJ)…
May 20, 2026
by Luke Douglas
JUTC moves to set up mini depots on north coast
The state-led Jamaica Urban Transit Company Limited (JUTC) plans to set up seven mini depots across the island as part of steps to add new routes, mainly along the north coast.
The move would…
May 20, 2026
IFC plans US$10m stake in Sygnus-managed CARICOM Fund
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) plans to invest US$10 million in a Caribbean Community (CARICOM) fund managed by Sygnus Capital Limited, subject to board approval.
"The proposed…
May 19, 2026
PATH overhauled to speed up benefit delivery to vulnerable families
The Government has revamped the Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education (PATH) to speed up the delivery of social protection benefits to vulnerable families.
May 20, 2026
Body cameras needed now, says PNP Women's Movement after police fatal shooting of Bulgin
The People's National Party (PNP) Women's Movement is calling for immediate use of body-worn cameras by the police force following what it has described as the "deeply troubling"…
May 19, 2026
by Andre Williams
‘Goat man’ charged for round robin shooting in St Andrew
A 38-year-old livestock farmer has been arrested and charged in connection with a firearm-related assault and unlawful wounding incident that occurred in the Penfield district of Gordon Town, St…
May 19, 2026
NWA staff threaten strike action
The Jamaica Civil Service Association (JCSA) has warned that staff at the National Works Agency (NWA) are restive as they demand urgent action to resolve longstanding concerns relating to staff…
May 19, 2026
Motorists encouraged to plan routes before leaving home
Motorists are being encouraged to properly plan their routes before leaving home as part of efforts to reduce distracted driving and road crashes.
May 19, 2026
Trump administration prepares to seek Raúl Castro indictment as it pressures Cuba, AP sources say
The Justice Department is preparing to seek an indictment against former Cuban President Raúl Castro, three people familiar with the matter told The Associated Press on Friday, as President Donald…