THE EDITOR, Madam: Government institutions such as the National Water Commission (NWC) have perfected the art of turning necessary infrastructure upgrades into exercises in human suffering. Too often, their operations make daily life unbearable, burdensome, and emotionally draining, while simultaneously dragging down national productivity. The latest example is unfolding in the Liguanea/Wellington Drive corridor —Continue reading “When public works becomes public inconvenience”
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Macro promises, micro neglect: lessons from UHWI’s modernisation
THE EDITOR, Madam: Modernisation of healthcare facilities is essential if Jamaica is to deliver first-class medical care to its citizens. However, modernisation—especially when showcased as part of a grand, macro-scale plan—must not come at the expense of addressing basic, day-to-day issues that directly impact patients’ well-being. Recently, the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI),Continue reading “Macro promises, micro neglect: lessons from UHWI’s modernisation”
EL CAMINO
THE PREPARATION We prepare to walk the Camino withrigorous physical exercise, expenditures on material goods, and elevated egos, organised planning, precise packing, and weather predictions,spiritual readings, reflections that revitalise,communal masses, meetings and motivational talks.And let’s not forget the mandatory and buzzing WhatsApp chat group. THE PROCESSION In procession along the Camino, we ENCOUNTER Christ, inContinue reading “EL CAMINO”