Cartagena is a city shaped by walls. They frame the Old City, define its movement, hold back the Caribbean heat, and quietly organize daily life. Staying inside them changes how the city is experienced. The Sofitel Legend Santa Clara sits within those walls not as an addition, but as part of their long history. Once […]
By Ramesh Sujanani Op-Ed Contributor It is now the eve of parish council elections in Jamaica. This time it is concurrent with the General Elections in which the PNP (People’s National Party) surprisingly won a mandate over the JLP (Jamaica Labour Party) with skill and political management. The new government is headed by Prime Minister […]
Above: Jamaican Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller By the Caribbean Journal staff Jamaica’s Emergency Employment Programme is now underway, with patching, drain cleaning and river training work having commenced in several communities. The projects have begun in Cow Pen, Windsor Road, Thompson Town Road, Alston to Balliston and Bog Walk. Several other programmes, including retaining […]
Above: Jamaican Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller By the Caribbean Journal staff For CARICOM to remain static “is not an option at this time,” according to Jamaican Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller, who returned to the country this week following the CARICOM Heads of Government meeting in Paramaribo. “Orderly and directed change with a clear […]
