Jamaica

Edition of Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Stories in the last 30 days: 11

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Jamaica by the numbers

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Population: 2,837,077; Jamaica; World Bank, 2025
Change over 5 years: +0.2%; Jamaica; World Bank, 2020 to 2025
GDP per person: $8,003; Jamaica; World Bank, 2025
Unemployment rate: 3.3%; Jamaica; World Bank, 2025
Living in urban areas: 59.4%; Jamaica; World Bank, 2025
Life expectancy at birth: 71.6years; Jamaica; World Bank, 2024

News from Jamaica

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Concerns raised about the stability of food supplies in Jamaica.

An article questions whether the issue of food security is facing increased risks within Jamaica. The piece prompts consideration regarding the current state of local food availability.

EconomyPublished Oct 7, 12:00 AM

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jamaica-gleaner.comOct 7, 12:00 AM

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Places in Jamaica

1 places, 0 with news in the last 30 days

Places with no recent news: 1

KingstonNo recent news