The Jamaica Observer

25/11/2025

The Sanmerna Foundation, working in partnership with the American Friends of Jamaica, carried out a large-scale humanitarian mission in Hanover this week, distributing more than 2,800 care packages to residents in Lookout, Haughton Meadows and Orange Bay.

HANOVER, Jamaica — The Sanmerna Foundation, working in partnership with the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ), carried out a large-scale humanitarian mission in Hanover this week, distributing more than 2,800 care packages to residents in Lookout, Haughton Meadows and Orange Bay, three communities...

25/11/2025

The roll-out of solar boxes in the local market has been giving homeowners access to reliable backup energy while also helping to reduce electricity costs.

The units, sold locally by Solar Essentials and its sister company Eyeland Eyewear, have seen steady growth— especially following the passage of Category 5 storm Hurricane Melissa which knocked out power and left many households disconnected...
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/11/23/solar-box-brings-back-power-supply-households/

25/11/2025

As Jamaica engages in post-hurricane recovery, a property expert is urging homeowners and contractors to use the opportunity to strengthen roof structures while undertaking repairs.

The expert has also warned that short cuts now could lead to greater losses when Jamaica faces the next hurricane. “Many people are focused on replacing what was lost, but this is the time to build stronger," notes Kerry Scott.
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/11/25/time-build-stronger/

25/11/2025

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25/11/2025

Chairman of the Tourism Recovery task force John Byles says, while Jamaica is deeply grateful for the overwhelming international support following the devastation from Hurricane Melissa, getting the tourism sector fully operational is a local priority.

“We are heartened by the amount of aid coming in, but we…want to make sure that the tourism machinery is back up so that everybody can do what they do and welcome our guests as we are already doing in some parts,” said Byles during a recent tour of Ocho Rios by major players in the tourism sector led by portfolio minister Edmund Bartlett.
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/11/25/tourism-leaders-unite-fast-track-jamaicas-post-melissa-recovery/

25/11/2025

With Jamaicans still reeling from the Reggae Boyz’s failure to automatically qualify for next year’s FIFA World Cup, sprint legend Usain Bolt has questioned the commitment of some players and isn’t overly hopeful of their chances going forward.

The nation was left disappointed following Jamaica’s goalless result against Curacao at the National Stadium last Tuesday which saw them miss out on an automatic spot at the 2026 tournament.
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/11/25/bolt-blasts-boyz/

25/11/2025

Reeling from the devastation brought on by the passage of Hurricane Melissa, the local economy is expected to register as much as a 13 per cent decline in gross domestic product output during the last quarter of this year.

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Reeling from the devastation brought on by the passage of Hurricane Melissa last month, the local economy is expected to register as much as a 13 per cent decline in gross domestic product (GDP) output during the last quarter of this year, according to preliminary estimates rel...

25/11/2025

Olivia Manuela Yacé, who represented Côte d’Ivoire at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Bangkok, has announced her resignation from the title of Miss Universe Africa and Oceania.

In an official statement, Yacé said her journey in the pageant world had shown her what she was capable of overcoming, but that stepping away is necessary to continue pursuing her goals with integrity.
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/11/25/miss-universe-africa-oceania-resigns-citing-commitment-personal-values/

25/11/2025

Olivia Manuela Yacé, who represented Côte d’Ivoire at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Bangkok, has announced her resignation from the title of Miss Universe Africa and Oceania.

Olivia Manuela Yacé, who represented Côte d’Ivoire at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Bangkok, has announced her resignation from the title of Miss Universe Africa and Oceania. In an official statement, Yacé said her journey in the pageant world had shown her what she was capable of overcomin...

25/11/2025

Tuesday Style Vows (TSV) this week celebrates the union of Dr Milton Alanzo Padgett and Kimberly Anne Shaw, whose remarkable love story has spanned decades and distance — proving that true love always finds its way home.

The couple exchanged vows on October 15, at Half Moon Resort, Montego Bay.
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/11/25/vows-love-rekindled/

25/11/2025

To friends and family Christopher Condappa was always destined to be a member of the police force.

They say the selfless, caring personality he portrayed for as long as they can remember was fitting for the career he chose — to serve and protect his country as a member of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF).
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/11/25/caring-cop-leaves-huge-void/

25/11/2025

Jimmy Cliff on Monday completed his final crossing after 81 remarkable years of artistry that played a significant role in lifting Jamaican culture from its island shores to the global stage.

News of his death sent a swell of tributes surging across Jamaica and abroad, celebrating the singer, songwriter, and actor whose crystal-clear voice and powerfully haunting lyrics made him one of reggae music’s most respected icons.
https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/11/25/final-river-crossed/