Tag: Jamaica economy

Prime Minister Andrew Holness on Squatter Culture: “We Need to Build More Houses at Prices People Can Afford”

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says Jamaica must dramatically expand affordable housing

Shadow Shadow June 13, 2026

Finance Minister Breaks Down Jamaica’s $67 Billion Hurricane Melissa Relief and Recovery Spending After Devastation

Jamaica’s massive $67-billion Hurricane Melissa recovery programme is already sparking public discussion

Shadow Shadow June 11, 2026

Jamaica Secures Massive US$200 Million Catastrophe Bond Ahead of 2026 Hurricane Season

Jamaica has secured a record-breaking US$200 million catastrophe bond in a major

Shadow Shadow May 21, 2026

Government Considering Child Grants, Tax Breaks, Extend Leave and Mortgage Support to Boost Jamaica’s Birth Rate

Jamaica is weighing sweeping financial incentives for families as the Government moves

Shadow Shadow May 15, 2026

Jamaicans Question Government Decision as Minimum Wage Increase Falls Short of The Promised Amount

Public frustration is rising after Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness announced a $1,000

Shadow Shadow March 20, 2026

Keznamdi Calls Out Government’s Minimum Wage Increase as ‘Very Insensitive’ Ahead of Forthcoming Album

Reggae sensation Keznamdi is an advocate not just musically, but with his

Shadow Shadow March 25, 2025