Anthony Fisher Looks At The Past Decade In Jamaica

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As Jamaica celebrates 64 years of independence, we pause not only to reflect on our rich history but also to appreciate how far we have come as a nation over the last decade. Despite global challenges—including a pandemic, economic uncertainty, and natural disasters—Jamaica has demonstrated resilience, discipline, and determination.

Over the past ten years, the country has achieved several significant milestones. Jamaica recorded the lowest unemployment rate in its history, creating greater opportunities for thousands of citizens. Poverty has fallen to its lowest level (since we began recording these statistics), and public debt has been reduced to its lowest level in more than three decades, strengthening the nation's financial stability.

The country has also experienced consecutive years of declining murders and major crimes in many areas, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve public safety. Inflation has returned within the Bank of Jamaica's target range, helping to stabilize the economy after periods of global price shocks.

Internationally, Jamaica has earned stronger credit ratings, increasing investor confidence and reinforcing its reputation as one of the Caribbean's more stable economies. Workers have also benefited from the highest national minimum wage in Jamaica's history, while government services have become more accessible through expanded digital platforms and modernisation initiatives.

These achievements are not merely statistics. They represent families finding employment, businesses gaining confidence to invest, communities benefiting from improved public services, and a country steadily building a stronger economic foundation.

At 64, Jamaica stands as a nation that continues to evolve. While challenges remain—including improving education, healthcare, infrastructure, and ensuring that prosperity reaches every community—the progress of the past decade demonstrates what is possible through sound governance, the resilience of the Jamaican people, and a shared commitment to national development.

As we celebrate this independence, let us honour those who built the nation before us while embracing the responsibility to shape an even brighter future. Jamaica's journey is far from over, but the last ten years remind us that with vision, unity, and perseverance, the best chapters of our story may still lie ahead.

Happy 64th Independence, Jamaica. May we continue to move forward together—stronger, more prosperous, and united under the banner of "Out of Many, One People."

Contributed by Anthony Fisher

Anthony Fisher

Anthony Fisher attended Frome Technical High and Illinois State University. He has a BSc in Mass Media. A former videographer at the Jamaica Information Service, he is now a multimedia communication specialist at the University of Illinois.

Anthony is a member of the diaspora who continues to show keen interest in Jamaica. We appreciate members of the diaspora supporting Bark Di Trute.

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Appoint Kerensia Morrison As Minister Responsible For Culture And Entertainment

Another Open Letter To The Prime Minister Of Jamaica

Minister Kerensia Morrison

I have been watching Minister Kerensia Morrison on the campaign trail and have been observing her since she was appointed as state minister in the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment, and Sport. She is an articulate speaker, has a beautiful singing voice, and is someone who speaks intelligently when she opens her mouth. She has all the characteristics to make her an outstanding leader in the area of culture and entertainment.

Mr Prime Minister, I am appealing to you to promote this woman to a ministerial position with responsibility for culture and entertainment.

She is not getting the opportunity to make the best use of her talents, and the nation needs to have new blood responsible for culture and entertainment.

Sir, I am sure that this move will have the support of the people. Sometimes it is best to shuffle your cards and put new people in places where the seat has been kept too warm for too long by others.

 

I would love to hear what the Bark Di Trute readers have to say about this suggestion.

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Open Letter To The Prime Minister Of Jamaica On Behalf Of The People

The Most Hon. Dr Andrew Holness.

Dear Mr Prime Minister,

While things look good on the outside, many in Jamaica are facing challenges they should not have to face, and you are being blamed for it.

I will identify a few.

A woman wrote to NHT to report a problem with her NHT house, and the NHT has treated this lady disrespectfully. She contacted me, and I contacted the general manager of the NHT, and nothing has changed. I wrote to the chairman of the board, and the wait continues. The National Housing Trust (NHT) in Jamaica is headed by Board Chairman Linval Freeman and Managing Director Martin Miller. 

I got a report about an elderly lady who went to the hospital only to be given the runaround. We need to have social workers in the various communities to assist the elderly who have challenges navigating the system. 

Some public servants make unprofessional comments to the patients they serve. These comments are intended to embarrass the government. 

A woman spent millions to purchase a brand-new 2026 JETOUR T2 motor vehicle from Tyre Warehouse Ltd., located at 1 Mannings Hill Road, and now she is without the use of her vehicle due to a defective braking system.

A man spent thousands of dollars to purchase solar equipment, which is defective, and now he is without the use of the equipment. The equipment was bought from EssentialSolar. This business is located at Shop 12, Premier Plaza, Kingston.

A lady bought electrical equipment, and she was given the wrong equipment. Now she is without the equipment and cannot get back her funds. I told her to report the matter to the police.

We need to remove the traffic ticketing system from the judiciary system. Matters should only go to court when the ticket issued is in dispute.

Persons have received foreign items in the products that they have bought, and I cannot recall the relevant agencies stating that it is now safe to start using such products. 

The country now needs clearly defined policies to address challenges such as squatting, theft of utility services, the behaviour and conduct of our children in schools, and the poor attitude of some civil servants when dealing with the public.

The elderly and the sick cannot sleep peacefully at night because of entertainment events in their area. When nothing is done, people claim that police officers are being bribed to turn a blind eye to these breaches of the Noise Abatement Act.

We need to appoint inspectors who are responsible to identify deffective areas of the road and who will ensure that such areas are properly repaired promptly..  

Organisations that are supposed to stand up for consumers have become powerless, Mr. Prime Minister. 

Finally, Mr Prime Minister, we need administrators in the public sector who perform, and their staff are held accountable. Academic qualifications should not supersede excellent character and past outstanding performance in making job appointments. The underbelly is not looking good, Mr Prime Minister. Those who lead in the public sector must lead or pack their bags and go home.

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Alert - NWC

           

NWC Statement - July 5, 2026

Customers in Cassia Park, North Avenue, Richmond Park, and nearby communities in the Corporate Area may experience low water pressure or intermittent supply disruption today, Wednesday, August 5, 2026.

The National Water Commission (NWC) is advising that this due to a mechanical issue affecting operations at its Molynes Road Facility, which it is currently working to resolve urgently. 

Areas affected include: Cassia Park, Moreton Park, Richmond Park, Kencot, Red Hills Road, North Avenue, Sandringham, Westminster.

The NWC apologizes for the inconvenience caused and encourages customers to conserve their stored supply at this time. 

For updates, customers may call 888-225-5692 or follow @nwcjam on all social media platforms.          

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Is Donna Coore OK?

 I have received the following information from a few persons asking if the information is correct. The following is the information:

Donna Feltis Coore, the late Cat Coore’s wife, was found dead in her Apartment on Breamar Ave. Seems she had a Heart Attack. One of her 2 sons found her, so sad.

if you are a close relative of Donna Coore, please WhatsApp me at 876 816-5261.

Thanks and all the best.

Yu WIll Deadlef Di Deadlef!

Yes, I have been busy, but sometimes the energy is not there to thank all who wished me a happy birthday last week, July 31. It was a few days after my mother passed. I answered some people, but I know I missed some. I was very touched by the love shown by many, and I really appreciate it. This is one time when a kind word means a lot to me. The road is not easy at this time, and many of you have made it easier.

I have had to make some changes due to the challenges that I am having. You will find that I no longer have patience for certain things. Today someone referred a lady to me. She was having a challenge with her electricity bill. She went all over the place telling me all about JPSCo. I wanted to go ahead and assist her. I was not interested in the long storytelling. I tried my best to get the salient points from her. It was like pulling a tooth. When I asked her to pay the bill online and to send me a copy of the bill with the bank receipt, she got very uptight about me wanting a copy of her bill. By this time I was running out of patience, and she clearly didn't seem to need my help. I told her I could not help her any more, and I ended the conversation. I breathed a sigh of relief.

That is one thing we should all learn to do, and that is to avoid stubborn people and people who do not need your help. They will run up your blood pressure. Stay far from evil and bad-minded people and surround yourself with kind, loving people. It pays. Many people only talk to you because of what you can do for them and what you can give them. Any day you are not able to assist them, then you are mean and wicked.

Some of the evil people you have to deal with are your own relatives. They show up their true colours when a relative dies. You must have heard about the many people who die over deadlef. The war starts at the graveside over the deadlef, and some end up deadlef di deadlef.

We all have to take care of our bodies because that is all we will leave this earth with. Those who are left will fight over your deadlef, and they will join you soon, leaving the deadlef.

Over the weekend, I went to Jazz and Cabaret In The Gardens because I wanted to see if my backbreaking promotion work was effective. It was. I met many people whom I have not seen in a long time.

Can you identify the names of the people in the picture below whom I met? They are well-known persons. Add the names in the comment section, identifying the persons from left to right. I hope that you can recognize me. :)

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