Guyana’s global recognition and president Ali’s UN speech
Dear Sir, President Mohamed Irfaan Ali’s recent address at the United Nations marked a proud milestone in Guyana’s foreign policy trajectory, particularly in advancing relations with the Middle East and the wider Global South. For over two decades, I have advocated for deeper engagement between Guyana and the Arab-Islamic world, as well as with emerging […]
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By Tony Deyal It was 26 years and counting. My wife and I got presents from our daughter Jasmine. In my case, I got a “Fake News” coffee cup, and I used an old joke to say, “Listen, you are giving me a four-letter ‘Fake’ with another four-letter ‘News’, what you take me for…” Before […]
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President Ali – UN SG discusses Guyana – Venezuela border controversy
NEW YORK, USA, (DPI) – President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has engaged in bilateral talks with the Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN), António Guterres, during his attendance at the 80th UN General Assembly, where world leaders have convened in New York. The meeting focused on a range of issues, including the ongoing Guyana-Border controversy […]
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BDF – Ross University forge strategic medical partnership
By Government of Barbados BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, (GIS) – Recently, in a visionary effort to strengthen its medical capabilities, the Barbados Defence Force (BDF) signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding with Ross University School of Medicine (RUSM). The agreement represents a significant step toward improving training, capacity-building, and the overall medical experience for members of the Force. […]
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UWP offers a disruptive border control scheme
By Special contributor RODNEY BAY, St Lucia – The United Workers Party (UWP), by definition, (UWP – Political Club), of Allen Chastanet, is very far behind the curve on national security and its renewed effort for a so-called border control unit, part of an election SOS-7 scheme. The foundation for reasoning is based on their so-called […]
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UN Security Council blocks China-Russia resolution on Iran sanctions
NEW YORK, USA – A resolution to extend sanctions relief to Iran under a 2015 nuclear deal failed to pass in the UN Security Council on Friday. China and Russia tabled the draft which received four votes in favour, nine against and two abstentions. The text sought to extend the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) for six […]
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How military chefs find new recipes, techniques to expand culinary knowledge
By Katie Lange Military cooks and chefs often have the daunting task of cooking for hundreds, if not thousands, of their hungry counterparts. Making tasty, innovative and enjoyable meals on a massive scale isn’t easy. Luckily, military culinary specialists, as they’re known, have the Armed Forces Recipe Service to use as a guide. The service’s […]
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When groceries bite: The role of food prices for inflation in the Euro area
While overall inflation has normalised and currently lies at the ECB’s 2 percent medium-term target, food inflation is higher. To put a meal on the table, consumers pay roughly a third more than before the pandemic. This ECB Blog looks at the causes and consequences for monetary policy. By Elena Bobeica, Gerrit Koester and Christiane […]
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PM of Barbados calls for defence of rules-based world order
NEW YORK, USA – Prime Minister Mia Mottley of Barbados on Friday told world leaders the survival of small States and global peace depends on preserving a rules-based international system. She warned that truth, trust and fairness were fraying under the weight of war, inequality and climate crisis. “Countries of different sizes, capacities and cultures […]
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ITU – UNDP bring global community together to advance technology for good
Digital@UNGA 2025 spotlights digital solutions, innovations and investments for humanity as the United Nations marks 80 years NEW YORK, USA – Digital leaders from government, the private sector and civil society, including youth representatives, shared insights on how technology can be a force for good, for people and prosperity at Digital@UNGA 2025, a week-long series […]
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Just over a year after Hurricane Beryl wreaked havoc on Jamaica’s south coast, the parish of St Elizabeth is expected to come alive again with the second staging of the Treasure Beach Food, Rum, and Reggae Festival.
The resilience of the parish will be on full display as festival organisers promise three delicious days of non-stop food and rum coupled with an electrifying entertainment package.
Festival Co-director Jason Henzell, in his introduction to guests at the festival’s official media launch on Tuesday, spoke passionately and paid tribute to the parish’s farmers and fisherfolk. Henzell shared that a collective effort has brought the parish back.
“In 2023, we had a fantastic festival, and the plan was to make it an annual festival, but we all know what happened in 2024 with Hurricane Beryl. We had to do a lot of work to rebuild. [A]nd we raised enough money to not only help people rebuild but to help farmers and fisherfolk get back into their fields and out to sea. We were all about community development, and now we’re back with a really exciting event for you.”
The event, set for November 7-9, will feature special performances from Chris Martin, Capleton, and Agent Sasco. It is expected to bring together the best of Jamaica’s culture and will also feature a vibrant farmer’s market at which guests can shop for fresh produce. There will also be an artisan village that guests will be able to explore. Some of the south coast’s most iconic attractions will host guided tours, among them Lover’s Leap, Pelican Bar, and more.
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining Floyd Green boldly declared that, with St Elizabeth showing tremendous growth over the years, the parish is slowly becoming an entertainment hub.
“Last staging was excellent, but this year is going to be even better, and we are looking forward to hosting you. The best thing about Treasure Beach is the people. What we love about festivals of this nature is that they have a net positive effect on our communities,” said Green, who also serves as Member of Parliament for St Elizabeth South Western.
“They bring in real income because you’re going to come down to stay, and we don’t do the all-inclusive thing. We do community-style tourism, so when you come you’re going to have to come out and go to the bar and buy breakfast at Smurf’s and support the local community, and that’s why we love festivals of this nature. We’re looking forward to showcasing the best that the south coast has to offer,” he added.
Also in attendance at the launch held at Itopia on West King’s House Road was Minister of Entertainment and Culture Olivia “Babsy” Grange. Prompting organisers to ensure her room is booked, Grange said the festival is not to be missed as it is guaranteed to bring the best of Jamaica’s culture to the fore.
“I want to really commend Jason and the team because, after Beryl and all the flooding, they really worked hard to bounce back and do this festival,” she said. “There are more reggae festivals in the world than we have in Jamaica, but it means that we have given the world a music that has penetrated all corners... and we have to make sure we exploit what we have given to this world and this festival is a perfect example of how important it is for us to enjoy and promote what we have created... ”
New to this year’s staging is a breakfast party on Saturday, November 8, at Jack Sprat, bringing a fusion of Reggae and EDM. Featuring DJs Kamal Bankay and DJ Pietro, the event promises to infuse the weekend with a unique, high-energy vibe.
Tuesday night’s launch featured a brief performance from headline act Agent Sasco as well as up-and-coming reggae band Mesh Merina.
