Jamaica achieved its lowest unemployment rate ever recorded when the figure fell to 3.3 percent during April 2025. The Statistical Institute of Jamaica announced this historic milestone through its recent Labour Force Survey on Tuesday. Economic data revealed a substantial decline from the previous year's 4.2 percent rate. Employment gains reached 24,200 additional workers compared to April 2024 figures. The nation's job market demonstrated remarkable strength across multiple economic sectors.
Women drove the employment surge by securing 16,800 new positions while men obtained 7,300 additional jobs. Services and Sales Workers represented the largest occupational category for growth, with more than 21,000 new hires. The Public...
CARICOM Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett congratulated Dr. Jennifer Geerlings-Simons following her presidential election victory in Suriname. The regional leader praised the democratic process that brought Dr. Geerlings-Simons to power. Barnett emphasized the groundbreaking nature of this achievement as Suriname gains its first female head of state. The election demonstrates public confidence in Dr. Geerlings-Simons' ability to lead the nation forward. This milestone represents a significant moment for gender representation in Caribbean leadership.
Barnett highlighted Suriname's valuable contributions to regional cooperation through cultural diversity and environmental initiatives. The nation actively participates in multilateral...
Law enforcement officers detained a suspected narcotics dealer in Kibaoni within Kilifi North Sub-County after receiving community intelligence. Local residents provided authorities with information about suspicious activities in their neighborhood. Officers from Kilifi Police Station responded to the tip and organized a strategic operation. The police team established surveillance and successfully apprehended the individual. Community cooperation proved essential in facilitating the arrest.
During the search procedure, authorities discovered eleven sachets containing suspected heroin wrapped in nylon material. Officers also seized 800 shillings believed to represent earnings from illegal drug sales. The detained individual remains at...
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua engaged with members of the Abagusii community during his visit to Seattle, Washington. The meeting allowed for frank conversations about Kenya's current political situation and future prospects. Gachagua shared details of the encounter through his social media platform, emphasizing the productive nature of the discussions. Pastor Dorcas Rigathi joined her husband for these community engagements. The gathering demonstrated strong diaspora interest in Kenya's political developments.
Community members expressed their awareness of the difficulties facing their homeland and pledged support for constructive reforms. Gachagua praised the unity and commitment shown by the diaspora group. He highlighted...
Passaris issued an emotional statement following the funeral of 12-year-old Bridgit Njoki Wanaina, who died from a stray police bullet during protests in Kiambu. The legislator watched news coverage of the burial service and described feeling profound grief at the sight of mourning children and the devastated mother. She called the tragedy a clear signal that authorities must immediately reform their approach to handling demonstrations. Passaris demanded the government implement comprehensive changes to prevent similar incidents. Her statement emphasized that the young girl's death cannot remain without consequence.
The bullet struck Bridgit while she watched television with her parents at their Ndumberi village home on July 7. Police...
Former Chief Justice David Maraga announced his intention to seek the presidency in 2027 through a grassroots funding approach during a Citizen TV interview on July 15. The retired judicial leader plans to solicit small contributions from ordinary Kenyans, anticipating donations as modest as 10 shillings from supporters. Maraga stated he would contribute only 1 to 2 million shillings of his personal funds to the campaign effort. He expressed confidence that Kenyans would provide 50 to 100 shillings individually, with any surplus funds directed toward public causes. The former chief justice emphasized his limited financial resources while outlining this citizen-funded strategy.
The presidential aspirant pledged to establish a government...
Haiti's transitional leader urged Caribbean nations to view his country as an investment destination during recent regional talks in Jamaica. President-Counsellor Laurent Saint Cyr addressed CARICOM heads of government at their 49th conference in Montego Bay, emphasizing economic opportunities across multiple sectors. His appeal focused on infrastructure development, environmental initiatives, technology advancement, educational programs, and tourism ventures. Saint Cyr highlighted particular potential in Haiti's northern and southern territories. The July 8 gathering provided a platform for discussing Haiti's reconstruction needs.
CARICOM Chairman Andrew Holness acknowledged widespread regional concerns about Haiti's current...
Chinese officials have dismissed American criticism regarding Beijing's hospital construction financing in The Bahamas as completely unfounded. The Chinese Embassy released a defensive statement after U.S. diplomatic representatives questioned the strategic motivations behind the substantial medical facility investment. American Chargé d'Affaires Kim Furnish had expressed concerns about Chinese development projects potentially creating unsustainable financial burdens for Caribbean nations. Beijing's diplomatic mission challenged Washington to present alternative funding proposals for the western New Providence healthcare project. The dispute highlights growing tensions between major powers competing for regional influence through...
Colorado Senator Michael Bennet has proposed legislation to enhance American security partnerships with Guyana amid escalating Venezuelan aggression. The Democratic lawmaker serves on the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence and designed the bill to mandate Defense Department evaluations of current military cooperation. Bennet emphasized the need for deterring Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro's continued threats against Guyana. The proposed measure requires formal congressional reporting on defense collaboration between the two nations. Officials must assess whether additional assistance would help Guyana counter potential Venezuelan attacks.
Maduro's administration has intensified territorial claims over Guyana's Essequibo region...
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