Decrease in Fare for JUTC Effective January 1, 2024

Decrease in Fare for JUTC Effective January 1, 2024

Jamaica’s Finance Minister, Dr. Nigel Clarke, highlights the significant impact of transportation costs on the country’s consumer price index. The recent 19% increase in taxi fares is anticipated to bump up the annual inflation rate, potentially adding two...
JLP Launches 80th Conference

JLP Launches 80th Conference

Tuesday, November 21 marked the launch of the 80th conference for the Jamaica Labour Party, with a noticeable omission: the date for the long-awaited local government elections was not disclosed. Amid an impending political showdown and an unconfirmed candidate slate,...
Mayor Williams Tours Municipality After Heavy Rains

Mayor Williams Tours Municipality After Heavy Rains

Last week, heavy rains wreaked havoc in several communities in Kingston and St. Andrew, causing severe damage. The aftermath of this devastation prompted Mayor Delroy Williams to personally assess the situation in the affected areas. CVM’s Trishagaye Kelly provides...
JAS: Brace For More Price Increases

JAS: Brace For More Price Increases

With just under two weeks remaining in the hurricane season, some farmers, who had been relieved after drought conditions dissipated, are now grappling with the aftermath of persistent rainfall turning blessings into sorrows. Lenworth Fulton, President of the Jamaica...