KINGSTON, Jamaica, Feb 6, CMC – The Jamaica government  has launched the Essex Valley Agro-Processing Facility and Administrative building as part of he transformation of its agriculture sector. The state-of-the- art structures aim to revitalise rural livelihoods, modernise agricultural production, and strengthen food security in St. Elizabeth, one of the country’s key “bread basket” parishes that […]

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Feb 6, CMC –  The Guyana-based Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat Friday said that the 15-member regional integration movement has strengthened its growing relationship with Sweden, Norway and Austria after diplomats from these three countries were accredited to CARICOM. CARICOM Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett has accepted the Letters of Credence from Maria Velasco, the […]

ST. JOHN’S, Antigua, Feb 6, CMC – The Antigua-based airline, Liat Air, says it has entered into discussions with the state-owned Surinam Airways (SLM) with the aim of establishing an interline partnership, which both airline say would mark “an important step in enhancing connectivity between the Caribbean and South America. “This strategic collaboration would enable […]

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Feb 6, CMC – Principal magistrate Judy Latchman is expected to continue hearing arguments on Friday after she dismissed a motion filed by Azruddin Mohamed to adjourn his extradition committal hearing on the grounds that he had budgetary responsibilities as Opposition Leader in the ongoing budget debate in Guyana. Mohammed, the leader of […]

By Sir Ronald Sanders February 7 matters in Haiti—not because it promises relief, but because it marks the end of an illusion. On that date, the mandate of Haiti’s Transitional Presidential Council expires. From its inception, the Council was never embraced by the Haitian people. It was widely seen as a nine-headed contraption—unwieldy, inward-looking, and […]

Saint Lucia – In preparation for the surgical phase of the mission, a screening clinic was held at the Saint Lucia Blind Welfare Association. Children and adults affected by preventable and treatable eye conditions are once again benefiting from the expertise of the Kids Insight Medical Mission, a volunteer team of pediatric eye specialists from […]

The Honourable Mark Brantley, Premier of Nevis (NIA photo) Charlestown, Nevis, February 5, 2026 Premier of Nevis, the Honourable Mark Brantley, has reaffirmed the Nevis Island Administration’s firm commitment to modernising the island’s water infrastructure, describing it as essential to Nevis’ long-term growth and sustainability. Speaking at his monthly press conference on January 27, 2026, […]

Seattle, Washington – Holland America Line is opening new voyages across some of the most sought-after vacation regions, with nearly three dozen itineraries in 2027-2028 spanning Hawaii, Mexico, the Panama Canal and the Pacific Coast. The new season showcases longer stays in Honolulu, Hawaii, and extended exploration of Mexico’s Sea of Cortez. Guests will travel aboard Koningsdam, Eurodam, Nieuw Amsterdam or Zaandam, with sailings […]

Employment and Labour Minister, Nomakhosazana Meth today (03 February 2026) announced a rise in the National Minimum Wage (NMW) rates for 2026 from R28,79 to R30,23 for each ordinary hour worked. Meth said: “The 1st of March 2026 is the date on which this amendment shall become binding”. The R1,44 upward move will benefit all […]