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About Jamaica Gleaner
The Gleaner Company Limited, founded in 1834 by brothers Jacob and Joshua deCordova, is now a subsidiary of the publicly traded RJRGLEANER Communications Group. This group was formed by a 2016 merger and its shares are traded on the Jamaica Stock Exchange, with a broad base of over 12,000 shareholders, including private sector organizations and government entities.
The Jamaica Gleaner is the oldest continuously published newspaper in Jamaica, established in 1834, and is considered a newspaper of record for the country. It is recognized as a trusted news source and generally maintains an independent editorial stance, often publishing critical commentary on government actions and policies. A notable editorial controversy occurred in January 2026 when the outlet published a story that appeared to implicate Agriculture Minister Floyd Green in wrongdoing, for which it later issued a correction and apology after the minister threatened legal action. The broader Jamaican media environment is characterized by a free and independent press, although Reporters Without Borders' 2025 report noted a 'growing gulf of distrust between government officials and the media.'
Jamaicans urged to help sustain bee population
- Jamaicans are urged to support bee populations to enhance food security through gardening and planting flowers. - Senior Plant Protection Officer Gregory Lynch highlighted bees' economic importance,…
Kari Lake confirmed as US Ambassador to Jamaica
- Kari Lake has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the next ambassador to Jamaica. - She was nominated by President Donald Trump and will focus on security cooperation, trade, and countering China's…
Jamaican pleads guilty in US$9 million sweepstakes fraud targeting elderly Americans
- A Jamaican man pleaded guilty in the U.S. for his role in a sweepstakes fraud scheme that defrauded over 200 elderly Americans of more than $9 million. - Jordan Trought, 30, admitted to conspiracy t…
Ebola kills 1,700 in eastern Congo as the fastest-growing outbreak surges
- Ebola has claimed over 1,700 lives in eastern Congo, marking the outbreak's fastest growth. - The region has recorded 3,802 cases, with 1,707 deaths as of Tuesday, according to government data. - Af…
'True emancipation must extend beyond political freedoms and civil rights,' says UWI advocacy group
- The P J Patterson Institute for Africa-Caribbean Advocacy argues that true emancipation must encompass economic empowerment and equitable access to resources. - The institute, based at the Universit…
Security guard pleads guilty to stealing from pineapple farm where he was employed
- A security guard in St. Catherine, Jamaica, pleaded guilty to stealing pineapples from his employer. - Nicholas Hadlam was charged with praedial larceny and convicted in the St. Catherine Parish Cou…
Seaweed Blankets Coastlines from Caribbean to Mexico, Suffocating Marine Life and Tourism
- Coastlines across the Caribbean and the Gulf of Mexico are being blanketed by massive amounts of seaweed. - An estimated 27 million metric tons of sargassum were recorded in the Atlantic, Caribbean,…
‘I had to be The Iron Lady’
- Paula Llewellyn urged educators to remain resilient in the face of adversity. - She drew parallels between their challenges and her own experience during a constitutional challenge to her tenure as …
Rio Cobre plant on target to deliver 15 million gallons daily by May 2027
- The Rio Cobre Water Treatment Plant is 60% complete and on schedule to deliver 15 million gallons of water daily by May 2027. - This US$92-million project aims to alleviate persistent drought condit…
Hope for Hanover fisherfolk as Lucea Fish Sanctuary opens
- Fisherfolk in Hanover, Jamaica, have a new opportunity to promote environmental sustainability with the opening of the Lucea Fish Sanctuary. - The sanctuary, the 20th in Jamaica, aims to improve fis…
Attorney explores justice, power in new book
- Attorney David Wong Ken has released a new legal thriller titled "Presumption of Guilt." - The novel explores themes of justice, power, and history through a Jamaican lens. - It draws on the island'…
Dignity debate
- Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness rejected claims that installing commemorative plaques on new homes dehumanizes recipients. - Holness stated that the plaques foster pride by showing taxpayer m…
Data defence delay
- Jamaica's data protection regulatory body needs two more years to fully enforce the Data Protection Act. - The Act, passed in 2020, established the Office of the Information Commissioner (OIC). - Th…
Licence to deal
- Jamaica has granted its first casino gaming license, signaling a potential expansion of integrated resort developments. - At least three other investors have expressed interest in the sector, includ…
14-y-o MoBay High student is Junior Tourism Minister
- Thaejadore Kerr, a 14-year-old student from Montego Bay High School, has been named Jamaica's Junior Minister of Tourism. - Kerr won the national Minister of Tourism Public Speaking Competition, wit…
Corporate Hands | National Education Trust and partners deliver essential resources at annual Back-to-School Pop-Up Village
- The National Education Trust (NET) and its partners have organized an annual Back-to-School Pop-Up Village. - The event aims to provide essential resources to students and families preparing for the…
Couple carves out market for personalised wooden gifts
- Alesha and Warren Robinson have launched Lignolia Woodworks, a Jamaican venture creating personalized wooden gifts. - The business, founded three months ago, focuses on items designed with both func…
Champagnie blasts 10-yr wait for trial in cop-killing case
- King's Counsel Peter Champagnie criticized the decade-long delay in the trial of three men accused of murdering a police corporal. - The accused have been in custody for over 10 years awaiting trial…
PAHO, AIDS Foundation to Boost Early HIV Diagnosis in Americas
- The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) will partner to improve early HIV diagnosis in Latin America and the Caribbean. - The initiative aims to increase…
Caribbean Charts United Course for Artificial Intelligence
- Caribbean nations are pushing for a unified regional framework to guide the responsible development and implementation of artificial intelligence (AI). - The Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU)…
Jamaica Allocates $75 Million to Boost School Literacy and Numeracy
- School leaders are encouraged to use a $75 million allocation from the Ministry of Education to improve student literacy and numeracy. - The funding will support schools developing innovative, targe…
CARPHA sets up lab in Kingston
- Kingston, Jamaica, has officially opened the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Regional Reference Laboratory. - The new facility aims to enhance the Caribbean's …
Stakeholders Say Montego Bay Fully Ready for Dream Weekend
- Montego Bay is fully prepared to host the upcoming 'Dream Weekend' entertainment festival, according to Mayor Richard Vernon. - The St. James Municipal Corporation is collaborating with local stakeh…
Conference to explore historic ties between Jamaica and San Andrés
- A conference will explore the historical ties between Jamaica and the Colombian archipelago of San Andrés, Providencia, and Santa Catalina. - The event, hosted by the African Caribbean Institute of …
Zero-tolerance approach to traffic offences under demerit points system: Minister Vaz
- Jamaica will implement a zero-tolerance approach to traffic offenses under a new demerit points system starting October 1, 2026. - The system aims to reduce road fatalities by promoting safer and mo…
Two Jamaicans in Eswatini decline offer to return home: Foreign Affairs Ministry
- The Jamaican Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade has contacted two of three Jamaican nationals in Eswatini. - Both individuals have stated they do not wish to return to Jamaica at this tim…
CXC to phase out traditional SBA for most subjects due to AI concerns
- The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) is phasing out traditional School-Based Assessments (SBA) for most non-practical CSEC and CAPE subjects. - This reform is a response to the rise of generativ…
Praedial larceny declines in South Trelawny after arrest of suspected thief
- Praedial larceny, or agricultural theft, has decreased in South Trelawny, Jamaica. - Deputy Superintendent Orville Bushay attributes the decline to the arrest of a primary suspect, Calvin Warren. - …
Gov’t Expects to Recoup Petrojam Losses From Rising Global Oil Prices
- The Jamaican government expects to recover losses from state refinery Petrojam. - Rising global oil prices are seen as the key to recouping these financial deficits. - Minister Daryl Vaz expressed c…
Jamaica councillor wants mandatory health insurance for taxi operators
- A Jamaican councillor is urging the government to implement mandatory health insurance for route taxi operators. - Councillor Fenley Douglas argues the sector places a significant financial burden o…
RADA urges livestock owners to protect animals as temperatures rise
- The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) urges livestock owners to protect animals from rising temperatures. - Heat stress can negatively impact animal health, reproduction, and meat qual…
Jamaica Finalizes Costings for Hurricane-Damaged Health Centers
- Jamaica's Ministry of Health and Wellness is finalizing cost estimates for renovating health centers damaged by Hurricane Melissa. - Approximately 100 health centers in five severely affected parish…
Can ordinary Christians pray for healing?
- The article explores whether ordinary Christians are called to pray for healing, addressing common hesitations and biblical examples. - It emphasizes that Jesus' commission to heal the sick was give…
RalRosa Foundation marks fifth anniversary - Surpasses J$23m for healthcare initiatives in Jamaica, Washington
- The RalRosa Foundation has raised over US$150,000 (J$23.4 million) since 2022 to improve healthcare access in Jamaica and the Washington, DC area. - The foundation celebrated its fifth anniversary a…
Ontario artistes keeping the legacy of Miss Lou alive
- Ontario-based artists Tania Hernandez and Nadia L. Hohn are honoring the legacy of Jamaican cultural ambassador Louise Bennett-Coverley, known as Miss Lou. - Hernandez, an educator and author, recen…
Cop Charged in 'Buju' Shooting Death Due in Court July 13
- A police officer charged with murder in the shooting death of Latoya 'Buju' Bulgin will appear in court on July 13. - Constable Andrew Wilson faces murder charges in connection with the May 17 shoot…
Churches slam government over TCN deal
- The Jamaica Council of Churches (JCC) criticized the government's deal with the United States on Third Country National (TCN) deportees. - The JCC highlighted a perceived double standard, noting the…
CPFSA urges parents to prioritise children’s safety during summer break
- The Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) is warning parents about child safety during summer break. - The agency highlights that unsupervised children are at increased risk of danger …
Canada to Drive Jamaica’s Next Tourism Growth Push
- Canada is set to significantly increase airline seat capacity to Jamaica starting next winter, aiming to boost tourism recovery post-Hurricane Melissa. - New routes and expanded services from carrie…
Clarke, Moore blast US Supreme Court decision on TPS protection for Haitians
- Brooklyn Congresswoman Yvette Clarke strongly criticized the US Supreme Court's decision to remove Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians and Syrians. - The ruling allows the Trump administra…
Government moves to address working conditions of medical interns amid concerns
- Jamaica's Minister of Health and Wellness has ordered immediate action to improve medical intern working conditions. - The directive follows protest action by interns citing "exploitative" work envi…
White coats, golden results - Honours flow for newly minted medical doctors
- Brandon Henry received four awards at the University of the West Indies (UWI) medical graduation ceremony. - He achieved the best overall academic results across all UWI campuses for the Bachelor of…
Jamaica's health sector crippled by overcrowding, understaffing: Doctors' association
- Jamaican doctors are protesting chronic overcrowding and dangerous understaffing in the health sector. - Interns are reportedly working excessively long hours, up to 56 consecutive hours, violating …
Parents urged to beware of child safety risks during summer
- The Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) warns parents about increased child safety risks during the summer holidays. - Children are spending more time online and unsupervised, raisin…
THE HEAT IS ON! - Scorching conditions take toll on St Elizabeth farmers
- St. Elizabeth farmers in Jamaica are struggling with scorching heat and drought conditions, leading to crop loss. - A recently built $8.9 million water facility in Top Hill remains defunct, frustrat…
Jamaican murder convict faces second deportation from US
- A Jamaican man, Mosaih Omar Wright, is facing a second deportation from the United States after re-entering the country illegally. - Wright was previously deported in 2013 after serving a prison sen…
Jamaica Blackout: Officials Scramble for Answers After Nationwide Grid Failure
- Jamaica experienced a nationwide power outage lasting several hours due to a cascading effect triggered by lightning strikes near critical power plants. - The CEO of the Jamaica Public Service Compa…
Afreximbank courts Jamaica with US$5b financing push
- Afreximbank is seeking to deepen trade and investment ties with the Caribbean, starting with Jamaica. - The bank offered Jamaica access to a US$5 billion financing facility to foster industrializati…
Digital Spring Cleaning: Experts Advise Clearing Accounts and Devices for Security and Performance
- Cybersecurity experts advise regular digital spring cleaning to protect personal data by eliminating dormant accounts and forgotten files. - Freeing up storage space on devices by archiving or delet…
Jamaica Taxi Fares Rise 8%, But Confusion and Frustration Erupt Over Lack of Clarity
- Public passenger vehicle (PPV) fares in Jamaica increased by 8% yesterday, with another 8% increase planned for July. - Confusion reigns as a revised fare table was not immediately published, leavin…
Cybersecurity skills shortage persists, says Fortinet
- A persistent shortage of cybersecurity talent continues to challenge organizations globally. - This skills gap is exacerbated by increasingly sophisticated cyber threats and the rise of AI. - Fortin…
Jamaican attorney to receive Juneteenth honour in Florida
- Jamaican-American attorney Kaysia Earley will receive a Juneteenth proclamation in Parkland, Florida. - The honour recognizes her dedication to justice, humanitarian service, education, and communit…
Man Dies After Bus Collision on Old Harbour Road in St. Catherine
- A man died on Sunday after being struck by a Toyota Coaster bus while attempting to cross Old Harbour Road in St Catherine. - The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. near Jamaica Broilers, with the m…
Jamaica Must Reject Anti-Vax Arguments 'At All Costs,' Says Health Minister
- Jamaica's Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. Christopher Tufton, urges the public to reject anti-vaccination sentiments. - He highlighted the intensification of anti-vax movements since the COVID-…
Iran's top diplomat returns to Pakistan as Islamabad races to save negotiations with US
- Iran's foreign minister returned to Pakistan for talks aimed at reviving negotiations with the US. - Talks were thrown into confusion after the Iranian minister initially departed Pakistan, with US …