Jamaica, IDB to Host Investment Forum
Above: the Montego Bay Convention Centre (Photo: J By the Caribbean Journal staff The Inter-American Development Bank and Jamaica will host the Jamaica Investment Forum in Montego Bay March 1 and 2. The forum, which will be conducted in partnership […]
Stephen Marley Wins Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album
Above: Reggae artist Stephen Marley By the Caribbean Journal staff Stephen Marley took home the Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album on Sunday for his album, “Revelation Pt. 1: The Root of Life.” The artist, who is the son of […]
Jamaica Trains Vulnerable Communities in Earthquake, Hurricane Response
Above: a hotel in Negril, Westmoreland By the Caribbean Journal staff Thanks to $1 million in financial support from the Canadian International Development Programme, residents of Jamaica’s Westmoreland and McNeil Lands have been trained in disaster response and preparedness, particularly […]
Jamaica: Tourism on a "Growth Path"
Above: the Ritz-Carlton Rose Hall in Jamaica By the Caribbean Journal staff Jamaica’s tourism sector is on a growth path, and the government is now looking to fully capitalize on the opportunities that presents, according to Tourism Minister Dr Wykeham […]