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Newspapers in Jamaica (10 sources)

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Newspapers and news websites in Jamaica

Jamaica (Jamaica) is listed with 10 newspapers and news sites in this directory. The collection covers national titles, regional papers and specialist digital outlets so readers can open publisher sites directly instead of relying on a single social feed.

Media in Jamaica sits within the wider North America news environment. Primary language codes recorded for this guide include en. Use category filters on this page when you need a narrower slice such as general, government, local.

Widely opened outlets on this page

Based on reader activity on world-newspapers.net, these sources are frequently opened from the Jamaica list:

  • Jamaica Gleaner
  • Jamaica Observer
  • RJR News
  • Jamaica Star
  • Jamaica News
  • Go-Jamaica

How to use this country guide

Scan the full list below for mastheads you recognize, open an outlet profile for a short briefing, then continue to the official website for live articles. Neighbouring-country links and related blog essays (when available) help you compare regional coverage.

About the local press context

Press and media landscape in Jamaica Jamaica's media covers politics, reggae culture, sports and Caribbean affairs from Kingston. English-language newspapers dominate the landscape. Leading newspapers and news outlets The Gleaner – Jamaica's oldest and most respected daily. Jamaica Observer – Major daily with national coverage. The Star – Popular tabloid sister paper to The Gleaner. RJR News – Leading radio and online news service. Loop News Jamaica – Digital news platform. Digital news trends Social media and online news are growing in Jamaica. Young readers increasingly turn to digital platforms for updates.

We verify listings through editorial research and ongoing link monitoring. Counts and categories can change as outlets launch, merge or retire domains — the live list on this page is the source of truth for links.

📰 10 newspapers
📂 3 categories

Latest news from Jamaica

Newspapers and news websites from Jamaica

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    Go-Jamaica is an online platform that provides news and information on a range of topics, including Jamaican politics, business, and entertainment. The outlet is useful for comparing local angles with international wires and for following stories as they develop in Jamaica. Readers can skim alerts or open longer features and commentary depending on how much context they need. This profile summarizes the brand’s focus so visitors can decide whether Go-Jamaica matches the beat they want to follow. Editorial formats range from short alerts to features and analysis, supporting both quick scans and deeper reading.

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    Jamaica Gleaner is one of Jamaica's oldest newspapers, providing news coverage on politics, business, and culture, both locally and internationally. Coverage typically includes business and the economy and culture and society, with updates published throughout the day for desktop and mobile readers. The outlet is useful for comparing local angles with international wires and for following stories as they develop in Jamaica. Readers can skim alerts or open longer features and commentary depending on how much context they need. This profile summarizes the brand’s focus so visitors can decide whether Jamaica Gleaner matches the beat they want to follow.

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    Jamaica Information Service is the government’s agency, providing official news, press releases, and media content about government programs and initiatives. Coverage typically includes politics and public affairs, with updates published throughout the day for desktop and mobile readers. The outlet is useful for comparing local angles with international wires and for following stories as they develop in Jamaica. Readers can skim alerts or open longer features and commentary depending on how much context they need. This profile summarizes the brand’s focus so visitors can decide whether Jamaica Information Service matches the beat they want to follow.

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    Jamaica News covers a variety of news stories including politics, entertainment, and social issues from a local perspective. Coverage typically includes regional affairs, with updates published throughout the day for desktop and mobile readers. The outlet is useful for comparing local angles with international wires and for following stories as they develop in Jamaica. Readers can skim alerts or open longer features and commentary depending on how much context they need. This profile summarizes the brand’s focus so visitors can decide whether Jamaica News matches the beat they want to follow.

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    Jamaica Observer is one of Jamaica's leading newspapers, offering news on national and international affairs, entertainment, and sports. This profile summarizes the brand’s focus so visitors can decide whether Jamaica Observer matches the beat they want to follow. Editorial formats range from short alerts to features and analysis, supporting both quick scans and deeper reading. Alongside core reporting on international news, Jamaica Observer often surfaces related society, culture and regional developments in Jamaica. Coverage typically includes international news, with updates published throughout the day for desktop and mobile readers.

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    Jamaica Star is a popular tabloid that covers a wide range of news topics, including entertainment, sports, and human interest stories. The outlet is useful for comparing local angles with international wires and for following stories as they develop in Jamaica. Readers can skim alerts or open longer features and commentary depending on how much context they need. This profile summarizes the brand’s focus so visitors can decide whether Jamaica Star matches the beat they want to follow. Editorial formats range from short alerts to features and analysis, supporting both quick scans and deeper reading.

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    Loop News is a digital media outlet offering news updates on national and international events, sports, and lifestyle content for Jamaicans. This profile summarizes the brand’s focus so visitors can decide whether Loop News matches the beat they want to follow. Editorial formats range from short alerts to features and analysis, supporting both quick scans and deeper reading. Alongside core reporting on technology and international news, Loop News often surfaces related society, culture and regional developments in Jamaica. Coverage typically includes technology and international news, with updates published throughout the day for desktop and mobile readers.

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    McKoysNews is an online news platform offering breaking news, entertainment, and lifestyle coverage for a wide audience in Jamaica. This profile summarizes the brand’s focus so visitors can decide whether McKoysNews matches the beat they want to follow. Editorial formats range from short alerts to features and analysis, supporting both quick scans and deeper reading. Alongside core reporting on daily news, McKoysNews often surfaces related society, culture and regional developments in Jamaica. Coverage typically includes daily news, with updates published throughout the day for desktop and mobile readers. The outlet is useful for comparing local angles with international wires and for following stories as they develop in Jamaica.

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    RJR News provides in-depth news coverage on Jamaican and international current events, including politics, economics, and more. This profile summarizes the brand’s focus so visitors can decide whether RJR News matches the beat they want to follow. Editorial formats range from short alerts to features and analysis, supporting both quick scans and deeper reading. Alongside core reporting on international news, RJR News often surfaces related society, culture and regional developments in Jamaica. Coverage typically includes international news, with updates published throughout the day for desktop and mobile readers.

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    Western Mirror is a regional newspaper in Jamaica focusing on news from the western part of the island, including politics, social issues, and community stories. Coverage typically includes regional affairs, with updates published throughout the day for desktop and mobile readers. The outlet is useful for comparing local angles with international wires and for following stories as they develop in Jamaica. Readers can skim alerts or open longer features and commentary depending on how much context they need. This profile summarizes the brand’s focus so visitors can decide whether Western Mirror matches the beat they want to follow.

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