I have arrived in Jamaica after a two-day trip, filled with meetings, interviews, and meaningful engagements with the diaspora in New York.
The interviews were centred around recovery from Hurricane Melissa and the broader welfare of the region.
It meant a great deal to connect with members of our Jamaican diaspora in New York.
The conversations were thoughtful and full of genuine care for Jamaica and our future.
I am truly honoured to have received the Legacy Award from the American Foundation for The University of the West Indies, an institution that continues to make a significant contribution to education and national development across the region.
In all, the visit reaffirmed the strength of our partnerships and our shared commitment to Jamaica’s continued recovery and regional wellbeing.
Be vigilant all the time before you do any reactions.
Instead of checking what that dumb person was trying to communicate, they slapped him.😭
However, he saved the life of a poor street boy.
Apologies after wrong reactions are difficult.
Just be careful🫠
@CVMTV Not nearly enough is being done.
Signs littering sidewalks.
Signs nailed to trees spreading rot.
Signs postered to community walls.
Signs brighter than the traffic lights in front of them.
We’ve lost all standard for responsible and respectful outdoor signage.
We’re too soft.
With excessive signs detracting from the character and space in residential areas, Kingston Mayor Andrew Swaby has approved a ban on unregulated billboards, aimed at preserving community aesthetics and protecting public amenities.
#CVMNews
1/2
I have arrived in New York where am heading directly to a Diaspora Conference.
Jamaica is rebuilding in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, and part of the message I am delivering today is that NaRRA is an implementation machine. The goal of which is to get things done quickly, transparently and effectively.
We have lost much to Hurricane Melissa but it has given us an Opportunity to build forward better. And we are seizing this opportunity to deliver on behalf of the Jamaican people.
Tonight I am extending sincere condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the Honourable Hugh C. Hart, O.J. following his passing.
Mr. Hart gave decades of distinguished service to Jamaica, both in public life and in the legal profession. His contributions as a member of the Senate, as Minister of Mining and Energy, and as Minister of Tourism helped to shape important areas of national development. He also brought strong leadership to several key institutions, supporting growth and stability across critical sectors of our economy.
As an attorney, he was widely respected for his work in commercial law and his guidance in matters of taxation, real estate, and corporate restructuring. His impact extended beyond the courtroom, influencing policy and governance in meaningful ways.
Jamaica has lost a committed servant of the people. We honour his life, his work, and his contribution to the nation.
May his soul rest in peace.