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PNP calls for independent probe after New Year’s triple deaths in St James
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PNP calls for independent probe after New Year’s triple deaths in St James
January 2 01:19 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The People’s National Party (PNP) has called for an immediate, independent investigation into the deaths of three people, includin...
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Persons urged to beware of fraudulent customs brokers
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Persons urged to beware of fraudulent customs brokers
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KINGSTON, January — Commanding Officer of the Newport West Police Formation, Superintendent Rochelle McGibbon Scott, is urging members of the public, ...
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Holness touts economic resilience and crime reduction, defends JPS loan
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Holness touts economic resilience and crime reduction, defends JPS loan
January 2 12:44 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Prime Minister Andrew Holness says Jamaica has entered 2026 in good standing, pointing to economic resilience, a reduction in viol...
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Dwight Smith takes over as head coach of Spanish Town Police FC
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Dwight Smith takes over as head coach of Spanish Town Police FC
January 2 12:38 PM
Promising coach Dwight Smith has taken over as head coach of Spanish Town Police FC for he remainder of the Wray and Nephew Jamaica Premier League sea...
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Kevin Downswell shares his wish for Jamaica in 2026
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Kevin Downswell shares his wish for Jamaica in 2026
KEVIN JACKSON, Observer writer 
January 2 11:25 AM
Gospel artiste and minister, Kevin Downswell says his wish for Jamaica in 2026 is for Jamaicans to focus more on God. The You Make Me Stronger singer ...
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Former US Ambassador Nick Perry rings in new year in Jamaica
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Former US Ambassador Nick Perry rings in new year in Jamaica
KEVIN JACKSON, Observer writer 
January 2 11:16 AM
One of several high-profile guests in attendance at the Couples Tower Isle New Year’s Eve party on Wednesday night, was former US Ambassador to Jamaic...
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Holness reaffirms commitment to Black River recovery
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Holness reaffirms commitment to Black River recovery
January 2 11:08 AM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Prime Minister Andrew Holness has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to the full recovery and rebuilding of Black River. Holne...
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American dies after falling from hotel balcony in Trinidad
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American dies after falling from hotel balcony in Trinidad
January 2 10:31 AM
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad (CMC) – Trinidad and Tobago police are investigating the death of a 36-year-old United States citizen who is reported to have ...
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BCIC announces leadership appointments
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BCIC announces leadership appointments
January 2, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — British Caribbean Insurance Company (BCIC) has announced key leadership appointments and organisational alignment initiatives that...
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SHOWDOWN OVER KINGSTON’S SKYLINE
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SHOWDOWN OVER KINGSTON’S SKYLINE
NEPA halts seven major projects in 2025 crackdown
Karena Bennett | Senior Business Reporter | bennettk@jamaicaobserver.com 
January 2, 2026
Overbuilt Kingston
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Kingston Properties deepens UK portfolio
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Kingston Properties deepens UK portfolio
BY DAVID ROSE Observer business writer davidr@jamaicaobserver.com 
January 2, 2026
Kingston Properties deepens UK portfolio
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OIC pauses data controller registration as portal upgrades continue
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OIC pauses data controller registration as portal upgrades continue
January 2, 2026
OIC pauses data controller registration as portal upgrades continue
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Dolla Financial maintains growth momentum
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Dolla Financial maintains growth momentum
BY DAVID ROSE Observer business writer davidr@jamaicaobserver.com 
January 2, 2026
Dolla Financial maintains growth momentum
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AMG Packaging buoyed by 2026 opportunities
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AMG Packaging buoyed by 2026 opportunities
January 2, 2026
AMG Packaging buoyed
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Jamaica’s economic rebound was faster than estimated before hurricane reversal
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Jamaica’s economic rebound was faster than estimated before hurricane reversal
January 2, 2026
Jamaica’s economic rebound was faster than estimated before hurricane reversal
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Retailers no longer benefit from cruise tourism
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Retailers no longer benefit from cruise tourism
January 2, 2026
Retailers no longer benefit from cruise tourism
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Crowdfunding: An alternative for business recovery
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Crowdfunding: An alternative for business recovery
January 2, 2026
Crowdfunding: An alternative for business recovery
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BOJ extends waiver for high-value ACH transaction penalty
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BOJ extends waiver for high-value ACH transaction penalty
December 31, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica –The Bank of Jamaica on Wednesday announced an extension of its temporary waiver for a penalty charge on high-value Automated Cleari...
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Live comedy’s gains amid theatre’s decline
Codie-ann Barrett | Business Reporter 
December 31, 2025
Standing ovations for stand-ups 2025
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BOJ pushing to improve Jam-Dex access
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BOJ pushing to improve Jam-Dex access
BY DAVID ROSE Observer business writer davidr@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 31, 2025
BOJ pushing
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Hurricane Melissa stalls Q2 turnaround for RA Williams
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Hurricane Melissa stalls Q2 turnaround for RA Williams
Kellaray Miles | Reporter 
December 31, 2025
Hurricane Melissa stalls Q2 turnaround for RA Williams
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US$5-m push into local housing manufacturing
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US$5-m push into local housing manufacturing
Modular Jamaica scales hurricane-resistant construction after storm-tested home stands
Karena Bennett | Senior Business Reporter | bennettk@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 31, 2025
US$5-m push into local housing manufacturing
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Coffee beans rot in field as roads remain inaccessible post-Melissa
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Coffee beans rot in field as roads remain inaccessible post-Melissa
JCGA head calls for better support of sector in 2026
Kellaray Miles | Reporter 
December 31, 2025
Coffee beans rot in field as roads remain inaccessible post-Melissa
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SBAJ to up advocacy for small  business sector in 2026
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SBAJ to up advocacy for small business sector in 2026
Kellaray Miles | Reporter 
December 31, 2025
SBAJ to up advocacy for small business sector in 2026
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Five critical pivots Jamaica must make in 2026
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Five critical pivots Jamaica must make in 2026
December 31, 2025
Five critical pivots Jamaica must make in 2026
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Business social
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Supreme Ventures in talks to sell Evolve loan portfolio to Dolla Financial
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Supreme Ventures in talks to sell Evolve loan portfolio to Dolla Financial
December 30, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Supreme Ventures Limited (SVL) said on Monday it is in initial discussions to divest the loan portfolio and selected assets of its...
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Dequity Capital Management calls off IPO after failing to meet minimum subscription
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Dequity Capital Management calls off IPO after failing to meet minimum subscription
December 30, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Dequity Capital Management Limited has terminated its planned initial public offering (IPO) after the share sale failed to attract...
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Access Financial moves upmarket with Herizon women-in-business loan
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Access Financial moves upmarket with Herizon women-in-business loan
Karena Bennett | Senior Business Reporter | bennettk@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 28, 2025
Access Financial moves upmarket with Herizon women-in-business loan
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Amber UTech Launchpad graduates first cohort of tech start-ups
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Amber UTech Launchpad graduates first cohort of tech start-ups
December 28, 2025
Amber UTech Launchpad graduates first cohort of tech start-ups
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PNP calls for independent probe after New Year’s triple deaths in St James
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