COP30: 25 island territories leading on climate – but locked out of finance
As world leaders gather in Belém for what Brazil is calling the “COP of Truth,” there’s a group of territories with a powerful story that deserves attention – one of frontline climate impact, remarkable innovation, and a critical finance gap that…
Cayman Islands Blood Bank sends lifesaving donation to Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa
The Cayman Islands Blood Bank, operated by the Health Services Authority (HSA), has dispatched a critical donation of 51 units of red cells and 72 units of plasma to the National Blood Transfusion Service in Jamaica on Friday, 31 October…
Cayman Premier Leads Relief Mission to Jamaica
The Cayman Islands Government has pledged approximately US $1.2 million dollars in essential supplies and goods to be shipped directly to Jamaica, standing in solidarity with the people of Jamaica as they recover from the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa….
CAL extends fee waivers for Kingston flights after Hurricane Melissa
Due to the impact of Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica, the waivers for change fees and fare difference have been extended for Cayman Airways customers travelling between Grand Cayman and Kingston, Jamaica. To qualify for the waivers, customers must meet all…
MPE CARIBBEAN REPORT NEWSLETTER – November 3, 2025 (Listen to song “Backative for Jamaica”)
November 3, 2025 Happy Independence Day, Dominica! Happy 47th Independence Day to the people of Dominica. Celebrated as the Nature Island of the Caribbean, Dominica is known for its lush rainforests, cascading waterfalls, and world-class hiking trails. The nation continues…
Our Hearts Are With Jamaica
From Tortuga Spirit Cakes A Message From Tortuga HURRICANE MELISSA UPDATE We want to thank everyone who has reached out with messages of care and concern following the passage of Hurricane Melissa. Your kindness and support have been deeply felt…
Historic hurricane landfall caused $48 billion to $52 billion in damage across the Caribbean; full recovery could take a decade or longer
> Catastrophic Damage: Long-term disruptions to the tourism industry, job losses, medical expenses, and the cost of rebuilding critical infrastructure are factored into the AccuWeather® preliminary estimate of total damage and economic loss of $48 billion to $52 billion from Hurricane…
World Bank Group Statement on Support for Jamaica
Our thoughts are with the people of Jamaica as they face the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa. We are working closely with the Government of Jamaica and international partners, including the Inter-American Development Bank, to carry out a rapid post-disaster…
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The Bahamas braces for Hurricane Melissa – Tropical storm impacts expected in the Turks and Caicos Islands
From CRFM Secretariat The Bahamas braces for Hurricane Melissa Tropical storm impacts expected in the Turks and Caicos Islands As Jamaica bravely begins the road to recovery from the most powerful hurricane to have ever struck this territory, The Bahamas is…
