Hon. Sally Porteous CD JP

The government's efforts to improve housing and water access quality across the country are seemingly bearing fruit. READ MORE HERE: ow.ly/5IJN50YAZtX

China doesn’t “own” #Jamaica and there’s no “debt trap”: China is funding infrastructure projects across much of Latin America and the #Caribbean, from ports and railways to roads and energy links. Some are already completed, many others are planned or under construction. These projects are often tied to trade routes and resource flows, and form part of China’s broader global investment strategy. Over the past two decades, China has emerged as a significant partner for Jamaica, with cumulative investments, loans, and project commitments estimated at around US$2–6 billion. This includes equity FDI (roughly US$1–2 billion), major infrastructure like highways, ports, and housing built by Chinese firms, plus bauxite and urban development projects. Chinese policy bank loans (mainly Exim Bank) have funded key infrastructure, with cumulative commitments near US$2.1 billion since the mid-2000s. However, Jamaica has repaid aggressively with no major new loans since 2017. Chinese debt now accounts for just 3.9–4.5% of Jamaica’s total public debt (approximately J$2.2 trillion or US$14 billion). Officials, including former Finance Minister Nigel Clarke, have noted that 90% of the outstanding Chinese portfolio is on track for repayment within 10 years, at low fixed interest rates of 2–3%. This modest share underscores that the bulk of Jamaica’s debt is domestic and multilateral. The relationship focuses on completed projects and trade rather than new borrowing, helping Jamaica maintain fiscal discipline while benefiting from Chinese-built infrastructure.

#JAMAICA: Prime Minister Andrew Holness has declared that his Government will continue to “go hard on the criminals” and “eliminate” them from society to ensure Jamaica can achieve its full economic potential.

I once ignored a call from my mom because I was “too tired.” Nothing serious. I just didn’t feel like talking. She called again. I ignored it again. Later that night, I saw her message: “Just wanted to hear your voice.” That hit me. I called back immediately. She picked up on the first ring… like she’d been waiting. We talked for 2 minutes. Nothing deep. Nothing urgent. But before hanging up, she said: “Thank you, I feel better now.” Till today, I still wonder… What if I didn’t call back? Now, I don’t ignore those small moments anymore. Because sometimes, to someone else, It’s not a small moment at all. When last did you call someone who cares about you? 👇

This state-of-the-art health centre will significantly enhance healthcare delivery in Brown’s Town, with expanded clinical space, improved diagnostic services, fully equipped pharmacy, strengthened support for maternal & child health, mental health, nutrition & health education.

That's reparing the foundation with marl fill and steel work as we begin shaping the concrete structure of this modern, two-storey facility. Despite early challenges with the passing of the hurricane, and the very rocky terrain,we're well on our way to completion early next year.

@lizzielevy @monzieann Congratulations!

Do you know what its like to Land a US$50M grant....not loan, grant....the first of a series of climate financing deals he's been working on! Major congrats and thanks to Enviro Minister Matthew Samuda. If hardworking was a man!

@patrioticjam Wise words Kerry-Ann!

It’s a happy Monday for me 🇯🇲 Grateful to live in a country where I can speak freely (may we never take that for granted.) Saw the video with the Prof and had to reflect. When you join a political movement, shouldn’t you first understand what it stands for? Years ago, I attended a meeting in Claremont - speaker after speaker, just attacks, no policy 😕 Then came the line from Chairman for Life that settled it for me: once you’re a comrade, you support the party. Period. That’s when I knew it wasn’t for me. Any movement that cannot accommodate respectful dissent is not built to last and will die a natural death. I will add too, any movement that doesn't embrace youth and groom them to succeed will also die a natural death.

@GHiggins18 Thank God!

Murders are down 29% compared to the corresponding period last year. That means 54 fewer Jamaicans have been murdered.

@JulietHolness @adgjones @g2kjamaica Wishing her all the best going forward.

Congratulations to Sashana-Lee Edwards on her historic victory as the first female President of @g2kjamaica. Her election is a powerful reminder that leadership has no limits, and that more young women are stepping forward to shape the future. Wishing her every success as she takes on this important role and continues to inspire the next generation. 💚

@NationwideRadio @RodrickoCowan Congratulations!

Sashana-Lee Edwards has been elected president of the Jamaica Labour Party’s young professional affiliate, Generation 2000, G2K, becoming the first woman to lead the organisation since its establishment. READ MORE HERE: revonews.ai/news/sashana-l…

@NoisyriverJa @sainty876 NW Manchester. A beautiful spot!

Noisy River runs through Oxford district St Elizabeth same distance from Comfort Hall in Manchester. #noisyriverjamaica

@CVMTV @i_am_a_promise Heartbreaking.

"Anyone who’s involved in Jayce Pinnock’s murder will meet a judge or his Maker," Prime Minister Andrew Holness said Thursday, speaking at the funeral service for Pinnock at the Pentecostal City Church in Denham Town. 1/2

@caribbeannewsuk @ImmortalCritic What an awful time she has had. Wishing her all the best going forward

#JAMAICA: Gabrielle Henry, Miss Universe Jamaica, has been released from hospital nearly four months after suffering serious injuries following a fall during the Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand.

@LowrieChin @AndrewHolnessJM @JulietHolness Happy anniversary!

Happy Anniversary to you both. @AndrewHolnessJM and @JulietHolness! 💞💞 When Sister Paschal made St Catherine High co-ed she would never have imagined this powerful alliance would emerge. 🤗

Major Roadway plans shared by the Government of Jamaica (GOJ). Note the prospective communities that future roadways will pass through or by.

@patrioticjam @NationwideRadio Agreed Kerry-Ann!

@NationwideRadio Respectfully, KC Champagnie needs to let Ms. Walter rest in peace. She’s not here to defend herself, and her murderer has pleaded guilty, been sentenced, and is serving time. No need for this at this time.

The attorney for convicted killer, Jolyan Silvera, says his client may have been a victim of verbal abuse in his marriage. READ MORE HERE: ow.ly/rFUu50Yyq44

This is why we are working on this project jamaica-gleaner.com/article/news/2… It will supply Spanish town, portmore and Kgn.

@duttylaborite Excellent!

THIS RIGHT YA SO IS HUGE

@JISNews Very good!

The Government has revised the Special Consumption Tax (SCT) on non-alcoholic sweetened beverages, shifting from a volume-based system to one based on sugar content, at a rate of $0.22 per gram of added sugar. The new approach is intended to more directly target sugar consumption and align taxation with public health objectives. Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, made the disclosure, noting that implementation has been deferred to May 1, 2026.