By Ronald Sanders The 55th Regular Session of the General Assembly of the Organization of American States (OAS) will be held in one of its smallest...
Reuters | Former colonial powers must apologize and pay compensation for their historic role in the enslavement of Africans, Grenadian Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell told European...
In December, the Board of Governors of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) announced the appointment of Barbadian Daniel Best as the institution’s seventh president. This appointment...
Caribbean nations are lagging in artificial intelligence (AI) development due to insufficient infrastructure, workforce, and applications. A recent UN ECLAC report highlights the need for investment...
By Ronald Sanders Within hours of his second inauguration as President of the United States on January 20, Donald Trump issued a sweeping series of Executive...
The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA), headquartered in Trinidad & Tobago, has called on Caribbean nations to enhance surveillance in response to a rise in respiratory...
By Gregory Simpkins For all of my adult life here in the United States, I have constantly heard how the African Diaspora in America (especially those...
By Ryan Elcock Donald Trump’s unexpected return to the White House for a second term has sent ripples across the globe. For the Caribbean, a region...
Prime Minister Keith Rowley of Trinidad & Tobago has denied reports suggesting an agreement with the United States to allow U.S. forces deployment in the country...
By DeLisle Worrell It has been established that the costs of generating electric power from onshore wind turbines and solar photovoltaic systems is very low compared...
The latest Caribbean Salary Survey Report: PayPulse 2024 Report reveals a persistent pay gap across the region, with The Bahamas solidifying its position as the highest-paying...
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has projected that Caribbean nations will receive approximately US$18.4 billion in remittances in 2024, reflecting a modest growth rate of two...
By Gregory Simpkins As I have written about previously, the international community has discussed what to do about climate change for decades. Many promises of help...
The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) has expressed excitement about Haiti-based Sunrise Airways’ decision to introduce new intra-Caribbean flights to Grenada. This service improves north-to-south connectivity within...
Carla Barnett, Secretary-General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Government and People of St. Vincent & the Grenadines on the 45th...
A magnitude 3.8 earthquake rattled two Caribbean nations early Tuesday morning, but there were no reports of injuries or damage. The Seismic Research Centre (SRC) at...
Barbados made history on Tuesday by unveiling the world’s first vehicle powered by renewable natural gas (RNG) produced from Sargassum seaweed, Blackbelly sheep manure, and wastewater...
The Roosevelt Skerrit administration in Dominica is improving the efficiency and accessibility of public services with the launch of a new e-Services portal, eservices.gov.dm. This portal...
Trinidad & Tobago is redesigning its coat of arms for the first time since 1962, aiming to remove symbols associated with European colonization. This decision has...
The citizens of Montserrat will head to the polls on October 24 to elect a new government, following the dissolution of the Legislative Assembly on Thursday....
The University of the West Indies (UWI) is set to launch the world’s first global online graduate business school dedicated to leadership within the framework of...
LIAT 2020, the revitalized version of one of the Caribbean’s most cherished airlines, made its historic maiden flight, marking a significant milestone in regional aviation. The...
The 2024 Henley Passport Index has revealed improvements in the rankings of several Caribbean passports. Barbados maintains its position as the most powerful passport in the...
Trade between Africa and the Caribbean could reach US$1.8 billion annually by 2028 if efforts are focused on value addition, trade facilitation, and improved logistics, according...
Several Caribbean Community (CARICOM) member states have committed to sending personnel to Jamaica to aid in restoring power to areas severely impacted by Hurricane Beryl. Jamaica’s...
Caribbean officials have issued a passionate plea for increased support in combating climate change and securing vital funding, following the devastation caused by Hurricane Beryl in...
Caribbean youth stand to gain significantly from the advancements made through regional integration, making their involvement in promoting the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME) essential....
AFP | Haitian police will launch operations very soon against powerful gangs terrorizing the country, newly appointed chief Rameau Normil vowed Monday, alongside the leader of...
The development and implementation of an Afro-Caribbean marketplace is closer to reality following the recent agreement between the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and the Government of...
By Gregory Simpkins African and Caribbean nations and organizations are increasing collaborating. For example, the African Export-Import Bank has opened a Caribbean office in Barbados. The...
By Ryan Elcock The recent arrival of a Russian naval group in Cuba has sent ripples of unease throughout the Caribbean, evoking memories of the Cuban...
AFP | Hurricane Beryl plowed toward the southeast Caribbean early Monday as officials warned residents to seek shelter ahead of powerful winds and swells expected from...
The Caribbean nations offering Citizenship By Investment (CBI) Programs are swiftly implementing the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA). The agreement was signed by Antigua & Barbuda, the...
Michael Pintard, leader of the main opposition Free National Movement (FNM), has voiced his support for establishing term limits for the office of Prime Minister. During...
Barbados’ Prime Minister Mia Mottley has called for significant reforms in the Caribbean banking sector, urging greater diversity and competition to drive economic growth in the...
Kingsley Cooper, a trailblazer in the Jamaican fashion scene, esteemed attorney, and founder of Pulse Investments, has passed away at 71. Pulse Investments confirmed the news...
The Barbados-based Caribbean Policy Development Centre, is calling for an urgent overhaul of the food system in Caribbean Community (CARICOM) nations due to rising health concerns...
Garry Conille was sworn in as Haiti’s prime minister on Monday, pledging to deliver results for the beleaguered Caribbean nation amidst ongoing security, humanitarian, and political...
Antigua & Barbuda is poised to broaden its development financing avenues by joining the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF). Prime Minister Gaston...
AP | Haiti’s newly chosen Prime Minister Garry Conille vowed to seek unity Wednesday in his first statement since a transitional council selected him to head...
The government of St. Lucia is making notable progress toward establishing a more equitable job market by introducing a new minimum wage. This initiative, led by...
Caribbean News Global | African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has approved a US$ 30 Million financing facility to Joyau Des Caraibes Limited (JDC); the Caribbean subsidiary of...
Suriname has stepped forward as the latest member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) willing to deploy troops to Haiti as part of a United Nations-endorsed Multinational...
St. Vincent & the Grenadines has recently achieved a significant milestone, joining 10 other Caribbean nations in obtaining certification from the United Nations Programme on HIV...
AP | Haiti’s newly installed transitional council chose former Sports Minister Fritz Bélizaire as the Caribbean country’s prime minister Tuesday as it presses forward in its...
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has noted the resilience demonstrated by the Caribbean and Latin America region amid the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. According...
Reuters | A high-level Caribbean ambassador said on Wednesday it was crucial to establish a new international special tribunal to seek reparations for transatlantic slavery and...
Press Release | The Government of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas and African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have today signed the Agreement for The Bahamas to host...
The St. Kitts & Nevis government is moving to ban single-use plastics, implementing a three-phase structure that will affect the importation, sale, and distribution of several...
By Ryan Elcock Brampton is often viewed through a lens of underestimation when compared to its bustling neighbors within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), like Toronto...
By Paul Nantulya The Pan-African movement marks its 105th anniversary in 2024. For decades, Pan-Africanist dialogue in Africa, the Caribbean, and the Americas championed the intellectual...
The Barbados-based Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) says the regional tourism sector recorded increased visitor arrivals last year with an estimated 14.3 per cent international visitors coming...
Bloomberg | ExxonMobil Corp. says it found new oil in the waters off Guyana, the South American nation neighboring Venezuela where major oil discoveries have been...
AP | A plan to create a transitional presidential council is moving forward after a majority of Haitian parties and coalitions submitted the names of those...
Several political leaders in Haiti have rejected a proposal submitted by the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) to end the current unstable situation in the French-speaking country and...
The situation in Haiti remains volatile, with political violence escalating and ongoing challenges in the leadership transition. Caribbean leaders, under the chairmanship of Irfaan Ali, the...
Reuters | An oil leak from a barge carrying up to 35,000 barrels of fuel oil that capsized in early February off the Caribbean island of...
The St. Lucia Parliament has approved the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) as its final and highest court, replacing the London-based Privy Council. All 13 government...
Guyana’s President Irfaan Ali has announced that the Dominican Republic and Martinique have applied for membership in the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) during the community’s summit in...
Reuters | Trinidad & Tobago has extended by almost two months a deadline to submit bids for an auction of shallow-water oil and gas blocks, the...
AP | An offshore oil spill that prompted Trinidad & Tobago to declare a national emergency earlier last month has reached the shores of the island...
AP | Caribbean leaders met with embattled Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry on Sunday to talk about his country’s security situation, with one top official noting...
Caribbean Community (CARICOM) leaders will begin their 46th summit in Guyana on Sunday hoping to further advance a number of issues ranging from the ongoing socio-economic...
Guyanese President Irfaan Ali says refined sugar from Guyana could be used across the region in place of existing imports. Ali made the statement as he...
By Ryan Elcock Although more than 60 percent of the world’s current cocoa production comes from West Africa, the journey of cocoa in the Caribbean began...
The Governor of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB), Timothy Antoine has expressed optimism about the growth outlook for the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union (ECCU) economies,...
AFP | A massive oil spill from an overturned vessel off the coast of Trinidad & Tobago is “not under control,” Prime Minister Keith Rowley said...
An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.2 rocked Trinidad & Tobago on Monday night. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. The Seismic Research...
The Browne administration in Antigua & Barbuda has revealed that it will undertake a re-registration of voters in order to “preserve the integrity of the voters’...
Transparency International says only Guyana and the Dominican Republic in the Americas have improved their Corruption Perception Index (CPI) scores over the past decade, while the...
AP | A Haitian judge investigating the July 2021 assassination of President Jovenel Moïse issued an arrest warrant for his wife late last year for failing...
Former Montserrat premier, Reuben Meade, insisting that he is not “the magician who alone can fix everything”, Thursday announced his return to active politics and will...
AP | Shamar Joseph braved a toe injury and grabbed 7-68 as the young fast bowler inspired the West Indies to its first win in Australia...
By Ryan Elcock The Caribbean has long grappled with the dual challenge of high dependence on imported food and limited agricultural self-sufficiency. This predicament is particularly...
By Paul Nantulya and Leland Lazarus 2024 is a pivotal year for China and the Global South. China continues to make an active diplomatic push for...
Caribbean National Weekly | A magnitude 4.3 earthquake rocked the region just off the coast of Anguilla, according to the University of the West Indies Seismic...
AP | Experts are analyzing a new set of small mud volcanoes discovered in recent days in the eastern Caribbean island of Trinidad that have prompted...
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has warned about the circulation of SARS-CoV-2 and other respiratory viruses in the Region of the Americas, including the Caribbean....
By Ryan Elcock St. Kitts & Nevis is on a transformative journey, entering the cannabis space with a vision that combines economic growth, medical advancements, and...
The court-appointed administrator for the cash-strapped regional airline, LIAT, Cleveland Seaforth, says the airline will wind up its operations in its current form on January 24...
By Gregory Simpkins I have been blessed to be a part of some important developments involving African issues: the creation and extension of the African Growth...
The Guyana government Friday said it would participate in a regional ferry service that would link the country with Barbados and Trinidad & Tobago. “Yesterday, Trinidad...
AP | Basdeo Panday, a former prime minister of Trinidad & Tobago who was the first person of Indian descent to hold that position, has died....
By Ryan Elcock In a world increasingly interconnected yet fraught with challenges, the Caribbean stands at a crossroads. The region, rich in culture and diversity, faces...
Haiti is marking the 220th anniversary of its political independence from France on Monday with the international community expressing support for the French-speaking Caribbean Community (CARICOM)...
Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretary General, Carla Barnett, said Wednesday the regional integration movement this year made progress on programmes and policies “to positively impact the lives...
Caribbean National Weekly | Outgoing Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Chairman, Roosevelt Skerrit, has emphasized the significance of unity as the key to making a substantial impact on...
Reuters | Former Haitian Senator John Joel Joseph was on Tuesday sentenced in a Miami court to life in prison over his role in the July...
Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry has told the diplomatic community in the country that the French-speaking Caribbean Community (CARICOM) nation in 2024 will seek to “overcome...
Guyana’s President, Irfaan Ali, and his Venezuelan counterpart, Nicolás Maduro, are scheduled to meet in St. Vincent & the Grenadines on Thursday amidst heightened tension over...
The St. Lucia government has revealed it will be paying out an estimated EC$20 million (US$7.4 million) in outstanding tax refunds dating back to 2015. A...
AP | Guyana’s president told The Associated Press on Wednesday that his country is taking every necessary step to protect itself from Venezuela, which has ordered...
Shirley Chisholm was a groundbreaking Black politician who championed and advocated for many, including the Black community. The first Black woman elected to Congress, her elementary...
Reuters | Joseph Vincent, a former informant for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), on Tuesday became the fourth person to plead guilty in a U.S....
By Ryan Elcock The territorial dispute between Guyana and Venezuela over the Essequibo region is not merely a regional issue but one of international significance, with...
By Emily Wilkinson When Hurricane Maria struck the eastern Caribbean island of Dominica in 2017, it caused the kind of devastation which is unthinkable to larger...
The St. Kitts & Nevis government has launched a plastic ban campaign to raise public awareness and support for its agenda towards banning, phasing out and...
By Ryan Elcock Nestled in the heart of the Caribbean, St. Kitts & Nevis has emerged as a shining example of economic success in the region....
An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.4 rattled parts of Barbados on Tuesday, however, there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. The Trinidad &...
By Ryan Elcock The Caribbean region has long been known for its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality. With its rich history and natural beauty,...
AP | Authorities in Haiti on Monday arrested a new suspect in the July 2021 slaying of President Jovenel Moïse. Macky Kessa, mayor of the southern...
Two leaders from the 15-member Caribbean Community (CARICOM) have sought to assure the government of Guyana that their countries are individually backing Guyana that its borders...
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has reserved its judgement to Guyana’s claim that it has evidence that Venezuela intends to gain ownership of the mineral...
Former Deputy Premier, Juliana O’Connor-Connolly, has been sworn in as the new Premier of the Cayman Islands, a few hours after the incumbent, Wayne Panton, had...
By Ryan Elcock Guyana is currently experiencing a remarkable transformation. Formerly one of the poorest countries in the Western Hemisphere, Guyana is now on track to...
Press Release – APO | The Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), a groundbreaking initiative developed by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) to revolutionize cross-border payments...
By Ryan Elcock The common perception of Barbados is that of a picturesque island-nation nestled in the Caribbean, renowned for its pristine beaches and flourishing tourism...
Bermuda is considering becoming a full-fledged member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and is initiating a consultation process. Governor Rena Lalgie made the disclosure during the...
St. Vincent & the Grenadines Prime Minister, Ralph Gonsalves says Africa and the Caribbean must join efforts in addressing ‘technological emancipation’ as well as reparations for...
Caribbean National Weekly | The Caribbean island-nation of Grenada has marked a significant milestone in its Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program. In the span from January...
The Belize government has revealed that it will be removing fees in public hospitals as part of efforts to promote universal health care in the country....
By Ryan Elcock Cuba, a small-island nation in the Caribbean, has made remarkable strides in the field of biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. Despite limited resources and an...
AP | A 5.4 magnitude earthquake hit Jamaica on Monday, prompting people to flee buildings amid heavy shaking that knocked out power in some areas but...
Barbados’ economy expanded by 4.4 percent in the first 9 months of this year, the largest nine month expansion since 2006, excluding the pandemic recovery period,...
After completing the evaluation of the bids submitted for 8 of 14 oil blocks, the government has finally awarded 8 of the blocks to 6 different...
Bloomberg | Jamaica plans to use a pair of credit upgrades and strong investor demand for its bonds to drive down borrowing costs as it returns...
AP | A former justice official considered one of the main suspects in the killing of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse in 2021 was arrested Thursday in...
The Bahamas government has criticised the European Union (EU) for relying on what it said is outdated information in order to keep the country on a...
As Jamaica moves ahead with plans to cut ties to the British monarchy – a shift that would remove King Charles III as its head of...
Starting December 1 this year, the regional carrier interCaribbean Airways will start operating fully in Barbados in a strategic move to enhance connectivity and flight options...
AP | Kenyan lawmakers said Wednesday that parliamentary approval is required before the deployment of police to the Kenya-led peacekeeping mission in Haiti to combat gang...
Barbados has become the latest Caribbean Community (CARICOM) country to indicate that it will participate in a multinational security force seeking to restore peace and stability...
By Ryan Elcock The decades-long territorial dispute between Guyana and Venezuela over the region of El Esequibo has left an indelible mark on the economic trajectories...
Health officials in Jamaica have declared an outbreak of the dengue fever with at least 565 suspected, presumed and confirmed cases in the Caribbean nation. Jamaica’s...
Hailing the two-day official state visit by Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi to The Bahamas as a success, Bahamas Prime Minister Philip E. Davis said that a...
By Ryan Elcock The Caribbean region has the potential to become a global leader in cannabis production, driving economic growth, attracting investment, and creating new opportunities...
The 15-member Caribbean Community (CARICOM) grouping Monday said it remains firm in its support for the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) even as it...
An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.1 rocked several parts of Trinidad & Tobago on Sunday, but there were no immediate reports of injuries or damage....
By Ryan Elcock The partnership between the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and Africa holds immense potential for the future economic development and growth of both regions. Although...
JIS | Jamaican micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are being encouraged to tap into the Latin American (LATAM) market as they seek to expand their...
The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) Tuesday predicted that the region’s economies will maintain low levels of growth this year and next...
Cynthia A. Pratt was sworn in as the 12th Governor General of The Bahamas during a ceremony at Government House in Nassau on Friday, September 1....
By Ryan Elcock In recent years, the agricultural sector in Guyana has experienced significant growth and development. As part of the country’s efforts to enhance food...
Two earthquakes rattled several Caribbean islands over the past 24 hours, the Seismic Research Center (SRC) of the St. Augustine campus of the University of the...
The former Speaker of the Dominica parliament, Alix Boyd Knights, was found dead at her home on Tuesday. Boyd Knights, an attorney, served as Speaker from...
AP | A judge in Haiti is for the first time interrogating some of the 18 Colombian suspects arrested more than two years ago and accused...
A delegation of Kenyan police officers arrived in Haiti on Sunday on a reconnaissance mission to the French-speaking Caribbean Community (CARICOM) country following the East African...
By Gregory Simpkins It has been my great honor to work on the goal of connecting the elements of the African Diaspora for more than a...
Reuters | Guyana and the Dominican Republic have signed a memorandum of understanding to cooperate on recruiting companies to build a 50,000-barrel-per-day refinery in Guyana that...
The Bahamas government on Wednesday says it is committed to sending 150 officers to support a multi-national force in Haiti as the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) country...
Reuters | Kenya is ready to lead a multinational force into Haiti, which is experiencing a surge in violence between police and gangs, its foreign minister...
Press Release | After several rounds of consultations and input from the various stakeholder partners, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Marine Resources and Cooperatives has officially...
Jamaica Gleaner | Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness stressed the island-nation’s intention to become a republic during a short visit to the United Kingdom last week,...
By Gregory Simpkins A century ago, Jamaican Diaspora leader Marcus Garvey established what he hoped would be a global economic partnership between the Africa Diaspora in...
AP | An ombudsman office in Haiti has denounced what it called the “unacceptable slowness” of the Haitian investigation into the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse...
Oil production in Guyana’s Stabroek block is projected to average some 1.2 million barrels of oil per day by the end of 2027. This was disclosed...
Several countries in the eastern Caribbean were struck by two earthquakes Thursday morning. According to the Seismic Research Center at the University of the West Indies...
CARICOM Today | The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) is on the right track to achieve its goal of reducing its high food import bill by 25 percent...
Bahamians are celebrating the 50th anniversary of their political independence from Britain with street parades and a call by Prime Minister Phillip Davis that independence is...
Guyana will host the second AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum (ACTIF23) in October, according to a statement. The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and the Guyana government...
An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.3 rattled Trinidad & Tobago on Friday, but there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. The Seismic Research...
Caribbean Community (CARICOM) leaders ended their three-day summit in Trinidad & Tobago on Wednesday night agreeing to have the free movement of all categories of people...
Antigua & Barbuda’s Prime Minister Gaston Browne says while he understands the current situation in Haiti is a “delicate issue” he believes that the Haitian leader,...
Press Release | Jamaica is rapidly becoming the place big names in business want to call home and at Collision 2023, the country will introduce its...
Caribbean Community (CARICOM) leaders opened a three-day summit in Trinidad & Tobago on Monday coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the regional integration movement. Dominica’s Prime...
New commercial and high-end condominiums are rising from the dirt, the minimum wage is going up, unemployment is the lowest it’s been in years and tourism...
Haiti’s former prime minister, Joseph Jouthe says he has been questioned by an investigating judge into the July 2021 assassination of President Jovenel Moïse. Moïse, who...
The government of St Vincent & the Grenadines on Thursday ordered a full shutdown of the country, with the exception of essential services as Tropical Storm...
The 15-member Caribbean Community (CARICOM) is reviewing its trade instruments to make them fit for purpose to facilitate increased trade, agricultural expansion, and industrial development beyond...
Barbados Today | Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley has called for closer ties between the African Union (AU) and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in order to...
Reuters | Guyana will postpone by about one month its first offshore oil blocks auction as the country finalizes new terms of the country’s oil and...
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has reiterated its commitment to assisting the government and people of Haiti, as the country tackles several issues. In the aftermath of...
JIS | Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness, has given the his country’s and wider region commitment to finding satisfactory and sustainable solutions for the people of...
JIS | Jamaica will be hosting Haitian stakeholder consultations in Kingston from June 11 to 13. Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness, making the disclosure in Parliament...
CARICOM Today | Statement by Mohamed Irfaan Ali, President of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana, following Guyana’s election to a Non-Permanent Seat on the United Nations...
A magnitude of 5.5 earthquake rocked parts of Haiti early on Tuesday morning causing panic as well as damage to some buildings near Abricot in the...
Guyana is seeking election as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for the 2024-2025 term with Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Minister, Hugh...
AP | Trinidad & Tobago’s Ambassador Dennis Francis was elected Thursday as the next president of the U.N. General Assembly, the 193-member world body that has...
Antigua & Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne has urged former employees of the cash-strapped regional airline LIAT (1974) to accept his administration’s compassionate offer while accusing...
Caribbean Community (CARICOM) leaders have appointed three former prime ministers as members of an Eminent Persons Group (EPG) as the regional integration grouping seeks to extend...
The Trinidad & Tobago-based Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU) says at least 9 Caribbean countries have signed the Port of Spain Commitment on Digital Integration, signalling a...
Suriname’s former Prime Minister, Wim Udenhout, died at the Paramaribo Academic Hospital on Monday night, his family has confirmed. He was 85. Udenhout served as prime...
JIS | Jamaican returning residents who are interested in starting a business are being encouraged to utilize the recently launched Jamaica Business Gateway for assistance. Jamaica’s...
Overshadowed by the ongoing political and socio-economic situation in Haiti, Caribbean Community (CARICOM) foreign ministers underwent a two-day meeting in Jamaica. Antigua & Barbuda Foreign Affairs...
The Central bank of the Bahamas (CBB) Monday said the robust recovery of the Bahamian economy was sustained in 2022, underpinned by the further rebound in...
By Kristine Liao It’s become unbearably clear that climate change is here and it’s happening right now. Just a quick scroll through your news feed and...
The president of the Trinidad & Tobago-based Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ), Adrian Saunders, Tuesday welcomed St. Lucia as a full member of the regional court...
Barbados Central Bank Governor, Kevin Greenidge, says the country’s economy has recovered following the slump caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Greenidge told members of the media,...
AP | The number of tourists flocking to Jamaica’s sun-drenched beaches soared nearly 100 percent in the first 3 months of the year, causing long queues...
AP | Caribbean Community (CARICOM) leaders have agreed on plans to introduce bans in their countries on assault-style weapons mostly manufactured in the US to curb...
Bloomberg | Jamaica has created a Constitutional Reform Committee with the task of changing the island-nation from a constitutional monarchy, which sees the English royal as...
Former Jamaican Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller has been admitted to hospital for “non-emergency care”, the main opposition People’s National Party (PNP) confirmed on Friday. In a...
Jamaica’s Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett has called for closer relationships between Africa and the Caribbean saying it would provide “a wonderful opportunity for a reverse Diaspora...
AP | The government of Trinidad & Tobago has won a multimillion-dollar verdict in a sprawling corruption lawsuit that began nearly 20 years ago and involves...
By Gregory Simpkins If you live in a developed world country, you have the luxury of getting up each morning and having clean, abundant water to...
Trinidad & Tobago will host the 50th-anniversary celebrations of the Caribbean Community that coincide with the annual summit to be held in July this year. Informed...
Trinidad & Tobago’s Finance Minister Colm Imbert, Monday, revealed that the Rowley administration has no intention of going to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for assistance...
Jamaica’s central bank- the Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) – has revealed that a significant number of small-business operators have registered with its digital currency, ‘JAM-DEX‘, while...
Over the next two years, Jamaica is likely to attain debt levels lower than at any time in the last 50 years, according to the island-nation’s...
The Holness administration is making its largest-ever capital investment in agriculture with more than J$12 billion (US$96 million) to be spent across the fiscal years 2022/23...
Christine Kangaloo – the 62-year-old former president of the Senate – was sworn into office Monday as the 7th President of Trinidad & Tobago, promising to...
St. Kitts & Nevis-based Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) has been awarded the prize for Best Communications Initiative for the production of its weekly public education...
Jamaica’s Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Nigel Clarke, announced on Tuesday that the national minimum wage will be increased in April. Clarke did not...
Caribbean countries continue to be rattled by earthquakes over the past 48 hours with the Trinidad & Tobago-based Seismic Research Centre (SRC) of the University of...
Jamaica’s Culture Minister Olivia Grange was invested as a Dame Grand Cross of the Imperial Order of the Star of Honour of Ethiopia. The investiture was...
Three days of national mourning have been declared in Haiti following the recent death of former Prime Minister Gérard Latortue. In a statement, the prime minister’s...
Guyana’s government will soon introduce amendments to the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Act in the National Assembly to combat financial crime and...
Two medical researchers from the University of the West Indies (UWI) Cave Hill Campus in Barbados are sounding the alarm on the rising incidence of cancers...
AP | Gérard Latortue, a former interim prime minister of Haiti who helped rebuild and unite the country after a violent coup in the mid-2000s, has...
NAN | The Jamaican High Commissioner to Nigeria, Esmond Reid, has indicated that his country was planning to source for vehicles from Innoson Vehicles Manufacturing (IVM)...
