Upset residents of Troy District in Trelawny staged a demonstration this morning following the brutal killing of 10-year-old Shani Coke in the community on Tuesday. Its reported that the girl had been sent to a nearby shop and when she did not return home a search was launched.

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Advocacy group hear the Children's Cry (HTCC) is warning that Jamaica is failing its children, describing the country as an "anti-child society" where violence, abuse and neglect are becoming increasingly common. The comments follow reports of the killing of 10-year-old Shani Coke, in Troy, Trelawny on Tuesday.

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He lamented that for far too long, people seemed to avoid taking on large scale infrastructure projects. Dr. Holness expressed hope that the Kingston Harbour Walk Project will serve as inspiration for other such undertakings in the future.

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Mr. Green noted that catchment ponds are even more crucial now, during drought conditions, to store water for use on farms. He said RADA can assist framers by providing pond liners free of cost.

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That in addition to having the infrastructure and facilities to host major events such as international conferences and seminars.

Speaking today at the signing ceremony for the Kingston Harbour Walk Project, Dr. Holness explained that Jamaica is considered to be a safe near-shore destination.

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The deceased has been identified as Shani Coke, also known as 'Kaja', of Tyre District, Troy, Trelawny.

The Agency says the tragic loss of another child is a devastating reminder that far too many of Jamaica's children continue to face unimaginable acts of violence at the hands of adults who should instead be focused on their care and protection.

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This was highlighted by a report on a recent survey conducted on emergency response for students with disabilities, done in collaboration with the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ).

The research looked at, among other things, the impact of emergency situations such as the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as Hurricane Melissa, on the education of children with disabilities.

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This was disclosed by the Director General of ODPEM, Commander Alvin Gayle.

He was responding to concerns raised by Chairman of Parliament's Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Julian Robinson, about the readiness of shelters, pointing to issues during Hurricane Melissa last October.

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IRIE FM’s Trisan Wilson is using her influence to garner support for children in need. Through her Mavis Scott Legacy Foundation, the Trending Now presenter is hosting a back-to-school supply drive for the second time in two years, which aims to benefit children in Pineapple Place and its environs. In a Music News exclusive Wilson […]

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Grammy-winning reggae icon Buju Banton is making the rounds across the tri-state area as he continues promoting his 13th studio album, Too Too Bad.

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