By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 22nd, 2026 A Price on Information: Critically Examining the Reward for Denham Town Killers Amidst "Selective Outrage" Concerns The tragedy in Denham Town, which saw a three-year-old boy killed and his father and eight-year-old brother injured in a brutal home invasion, has understandably sparked outrage. West Kingston Member of Parliament, Desmond McKenzie, has responded by offering a J$600,000 reward for credible information leading to

By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 22nd, 2026 A Cycle of Sorrow: Unpacking the Denham Town Attack and Jamaica's Battle Against Child Violence The recent gun attack in Denham Town, Kingston, which tragically claimed the life of a three-year-old boy and left his eight-year-old brother and father injured, has once again cast a dark shadow over Jamaica. The Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) swiftly condemned the incident as "unconscionable and callous," with

By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 22nd, 2026 The Jamaican Government's Shifting Stance on Child Fatalities: A Critical Examination The recent condemnation by the Minister of National Security and Peace regarding the gang violence that claimed the life of a three-year-old in West Kingston, as highlighted in a Facebook post by Andrew Holness, brings to the forefront a persistent critique leveled against the Jamaican government: an alleged selective outrage when a minor is

By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 22nd, 2026 Navigating the Storm: A Critical Look at Jamaica's Post-Hurricane Tax Strategy and the Call for Balance The economic fallout from Hurricane Melissa has presented the Jamaican government with the formidable challenge of replenishing national coffers to fund crucial repairs and restoration efforts. In response, a strategy involving new taxes on digital services, alcohol, cigarettes, and sugary drinks is on the table. However, Mo

By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 21st, 2026 The Enduring Debate: Michael Lee Chin and Jamaica's Asset Tax The call by prominent banker Michael Lee Chin for the abolition of Jamaica's asset tax, particularly in an interview with CVM TV, reignites a long-standing debate about fiscal policy and economic growth in the nation. This critical discussion examines Lee Chin's stance, the historical context of the asset tax, and its broader implications for Jamaica's financial lan

By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 20th, 2026 Caribbean Leaders on the Front Line: Critically Examining Their Intervention in the Cuban Crisis and the US "Economic Warfare" The recent impassioned statement from former CARICOM heads of state and government, unequivocally condemning US actions against Cuba as "economic warfare," marks a significant intervention in the ongoing humanitarian crisis gripping the island nation. This collective denouncement, born from decades of

By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 20th, 2026 Political Fray at Belfield: A Critical Look at Escalating JLP-PNP Tensions in St. Mary The recent official opening of the Belfield Community Health Centre in St. Mary, intended to be a moment of community celebration and progress, was instead marred by an ugly display of political tribalism between supporters of the ruling Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) and the Opposition People's National Party (PNP). This incident not only overs

By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 20th, 2026 Holness's Homecoming Call: A Critical Look at Incentives for Returning Jamaicans Prime Minister Andrew Holness's recent statements encouraging Jamaicans abroad to return home, especially in light of the US's indefinite pause on immigrant visas for 75 countries, including Jamaica, offer a moment for critical reflection. While the sentiment of attracting skilled Jamaicans back to their homeland is commendable, the effectiveness

By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 19, 2026 The Fall of a Royal: Andrew Mountbatten's Arrest and the Scrutiny of a Tarnished Legacy The news of Andrew Mountbatten's arrest on his 66th birthday, February 19, 2026, sent shockwaves through the UK and beyond. The former Prince, once a prominent figure in the British Royal Family, was taken into custody on suspicion of misconduct in public office, rekindling public debate about his long-standing ties to convicted sex offender

By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 19, 2026 Jamaica's Health Crisis: Lifestyle Choices, Systemic Failures, and the Shadow of Corruption Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. Christopher Tufton, has repeatedly sounded the alarm about a "silent health crisis" gripping Jamaica, primarily attributing it to adverse lifestyle choices leading to a surge in non-communicable diseases (NCDs). While promoting individual responsibility in health is crucial, a critical examination reve

By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 19, 2026 The Procurement Puzzle: Unlocking Jamaica's Resilience and Growth In the intricate landscape of national development, procurement might often be overlooked, yet as Dr. Wayne Henry, Chairman of the Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF), astutely points out, it holds the key to Jamaica's resilience, recovery, and sustainable growth. His emphasis on proper procurement methods underscores a fundamental truth: how a nation acquires i

By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 19, 2026 Jamaica's School Bus Strategy: A Critical Look at Procurement and Transparency Jamaica's government has announced plans to procure 100 new school buses in the 2026/2027 fiscal year, marking a shift towards new vehicles for the National Rural School Bus System. This initiative comes amidst questions surrounding previous bus acquisitions, particularly the reported J$1.4 billion spent on second-hand rural school buses, which allege

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By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 18, 2026 The Morant Bay Urban Centre: A Critical Look at Accountability Amidst Hurricane Impacts The Morant Bay Urban Centre in St. Thomas was officially opened on May 15, 2025, with Factories Corporation of Jamaica (FCJ) Chairman Lyttleton Shirley stating it was "complete and ready for occupancy" with remaining work to be finished concurrently during a three-month rent-free build-out period for tenants. However, nearly a year later, in

By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 18, 2026 Dr Tufton’s Health Cooperation Plans: Navigating US Pressure, Diversification Efforts, and Uncertain Outcomes Jamaica’s Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton recently confirmed that negotiations are underway for a new health memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Cuba, even as the United States ramps up pressure over the long-standing medical cooperation programme. This development comes alongside questions about th

By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 18, 2026 Saint Lucia PM Confirms Lives Lost in US Caribbean Drug Strike – Raising Critical Questions About International Law Compliance Prime Minister of Saint Lucia recently confirmed that individuals have lost their lives in a United States-led counter-narcotics operation targeting a drug-trafficking vessel in the Caribbean. The announcement has reignited long-standing debates about the scope of US counter-drug activities in regional w

By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 18, 2026 Addressing Questions Around the Morant Bay Center and Political Accountability. The recent demand by Opposition Spokesman on Industry Anthony Hylton for Prime Minister Andrew Holness to clarify reports on the Morant Bay Urban Center in Saint Thomas raises important questions not just about the project itself, but about the nature of political accountability in Jamaica. While scrutiny of government initiatives is a core function

By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 17, 2026 Civil Rights Giant Rev. Jesse Jackson Dies at 84 Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson passed away peacefully at his Chicago home on the morning of February 17, 2026, surrounded by family, according to a statement from the Rainbow Push Coalition he founded. He was 84 years old. Jackson had been treated for progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) since November 2025, after initially being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2017.

By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 17, 2026 The PNP’s Cuba Dilemma: Regional Solidarity Calls vs. Jamaica’s Unspoken Treatment As Cuba confronts one of its most severe humanitarian crises since the 1959 revolution—marked by crippling energy shortages, hyperinflation above 15%, public health outbreaks, and plummeting foreign exchange revenues—the People’s National Party (PNP) has positioned itself as a regional voice of conscience, demanding Caribbean solidarity against ex

By: Wayne Forbes /GTV Editor February 17, 2026 Jamaica's Healthcare Crisis: Assessing Failures, Post-Hurricane Response, and Leadership Jamaica’s healthcare system is grappling with deep-seated challenges that have been exacerbated by natural disasters like Hurricane Melissa, raising critical questions about infrastructure resilience, resource allocation, and the fitness of leadership at the Ministry of Health and Wellness. The Persistent Healthcare Crisis Jamaica’s health